Sessional Lecturer - PPG1007H-S - Strategic Policy Implementation 1

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for a foundational course in professional policy practice. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree and extensive experience in public policy, along with teaching qualifications at the graduate level. This position offers competitive compensation with a salary range up to $11,030.36 annually. Application procedure and deadlines are detailed in the job posting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required with specialization in finance.
• Extensive experience as a senior professional policy practitioner.
• Experience teaching at the graduate level required.

Responsibilities

• Teach at the graduate level and develop the syllabus.
• Lead bi-weekly break-out groups and hold office hours.
• Prepare and deliver course material, assignments, and tests.

Skills

Graduate degree in public policy or economics

Extensive professional policy experience

Teaching experience at the graduate level

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

Post Information

Date Posted: 07/12/2025
Req ID: 44248
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Course Overview

Course number and title: PPG1007H‑S– Strategic Policy Implementation

Course Description

This is a foundational course in professional policy practice. It is interdisciplinary, drawing on key concepts from science, social science, business and public administration as well as the world of the policy practitioner. This course introduces students to thinking in a critical, integrated way about how to deliver on public policy objectives in the context of a dynamic political and stakeholder environment. Specifically, it examines key considerations in developing an implementation strategy for a policy initiative.

Estimated Enrolment & TA Support

Estimated course enrolment: 25 students
Estimated TA support: 35‑hour program

Class Schedule & Delivery Method

Wednesdays 9‑12 and/or 2‑5 pm (in‑person delivery expected; method may change as determined by the Faculty or Department)

Sessional Dates

January 1 2026 – April 30 2026

Salary

Sessional Lecturer I – $9,820.70; Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term – $10,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II – $10,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II (Long Term) – $10,760.28; Sessional Lecturer III – $10,760.28; Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) – $11,030.36 (rates stated in this posting are governed by the collective agreement; if rates differ, the collective agreement prevails)

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate degree in public policy or economics required, with specialization in finance. Extensive and senior professional policy practitioner experience required. Teaching experience at the graduate level required.

Preferred Qualifications

Completed PhD preferred.

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching at the graduate level, developing the syllabus, teaching three‑hour classes, providing bi‑weekly break‑out group leadership, office hours for academic counselling of students, preparing and delivering course material, preparing and delivering assignments and tests, marking student work and submitting grades, and supervising TA.

Application Procedure

All individuals interested in this position must submit an updated Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form and [e-mail].

Closing Date

08/15/2025, 11:59 PM EDT

Collective Agreement

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.