Temporary Microcredential Online Course Developer- Fundraising, communication and development writing for Jewish Nonprofit Professionals

Brandeis Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Brandeis - Waltham Campus Part-time Mid-level Communications

Mid-level Communications role at Brandeis. Brandeis - Waltham Campus · part-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll build a non-credit hybrid microcredential with asynchronous lessons and optional weekly live sessions
You'll create a syllabus, multimedia teaching materials, learning objects, and assessments tied to course outcomes
You'll provide fundraising subject expertise and shape the course's teaching approach for field relevance
You'll coordinate with online staff and instructional designers, meeting LMS specifications and project checkpoints
You'll send drafts in stages for review, revision, and final sign-off

What you bring

Graduate training at MA level in fundraising or a related discipline
At least ten years in development across a range of organizations
Strong understanding of the Jewish philanthropy world
Skill with LMS software and digital tools for building course content
Excellent writing, editing, collaboration, and plain-language explanation skills

Who this fits

This suits an experienced academic and curriculum strategist who can turn complex technical or policy ideas into engaging learning paths. You must be U.S.-based and work remotely with Brandeis Online staff and instructional designers. The engagement is temporary and part time, covering about twenty-five hours over six weeks.

From the employer

Position: Temporary Microcredential Online Course Developer- Fundraising, communication and development writing for Jewish Nonprofit Professionals

Location: Remote (U.S. based only)
Division: Rabb School of Continuing Studies in collaboration with the Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program, Brandeis University
Compensation: $1,000 (Approx. 25 hours over 6 weeks)

Job Summary
The Rabb School of Continuing Studies working in collaboration with the Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program at Brandeis University is seeking an experienced academic and curriculum strategist to design a non-credit, instructor-facilitated hybrid microcredential course (asynchronous structure with student optional weekly synchronous engagement sessions).

Fundraising is an essential skill for nonprofit professionals, whether or not development is their primary responsibility. Designed for mid-career nonprofit professionals, program or engagement staff, emerging leaders, or career changers, this microcredential provides a practical introduction to the American Jewish communal philanthropic sector and key trends influencing fundraising strategy.

The course emphasizes the fundamentals of fundraising communication and storytelling. Participants will learn how to craft compelling, donor-centered narratives that connect organizational impact to donor values and inspire support. As a final assessment, participants will draft an annual giving appeal and either a major gift proposal or a grant proposal. By the end of the microcredential, participants will have a stronger understanding of the fundraising landscape and practical tools they can apply immediately within their organizations.

Key Responsibilities
Curriculum & Design: Author and construct the course structure following the Brandeis Online Course Standards, including a Brandeis-compliant syllabus, instructor-led multimedia materials, learning objects, and outcomes-aligned assessments.

Academic Quality: Serve as the subject matter expert responsible for the course's substantive content and pedagogical approach, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and market relevance.

Collaboration & Timeline: Work closely with Brandeis Online staff and instructional designers, strictly adhering to LMS technical requirements and project milestones. Submit drafts progressively for iterative reviews and final approval.

Qualifications
Education:

MA in Fundraising or related fields

Experience:

At least 10 years of experience in development, working with a diversity of organizations.
Deep knowledge of the Jewish philanthropy world.

Technical & Professional Skills:

Proficiency with modern LMS platforms and digital content authoring tools.
Superb structural writing, editing, and cross-functional communication abilities.
Proven capacity to translate complex technical/policy paradigms into accessible, engaging student pathways.

Pay Range Disclosure

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").