Program Manager, Donor Communications and Relations, Arts and Sciences, Graduate School

Job Summary

Advancement at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Program Manager for Donor Communications and Relations! This role is responsible for contributing to the planning and execution ofimpactful donor and alumni engagement and stewardship efforts forthe Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries and joins ateam that focuses on donor relations and stewardship. This role serves as a dedicated communications and content resource for theArts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries

The Advancement team is responsible for translating complex funding priorities and programmatic impact into compelling, donor-centered narratives. This position advances philanthropic relationships through high-quality writing, tailored collateral, and the ownership of a robust content infrastructure that supports the fulldonor lifecycle.

This position operates with a high degree of autonomy,self-directing their workflow to meet team priorities, manageconcurrent projects, and deliver polished communications on settimelines. This is a support-service function providing writing,content, and program management support to internal advancementpartners rather than engaging independently with donors, keyfaculty, or university administration leadership.

Under the guidance of the Director, Alumni Engagement and Donor Relations, this position is tasked with supporting the programmatic planning and execution that achieves the unit’s goals in cultivating and stewarding donors, engaging alumni and otherconstituents, promoting the reputation of the Arts and Sciences,Graduate School and Libraries and increasing overall philanthropic support for the school and CU Boulder.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

CU Boulder Advancement is committed to a culture of joy,motivated by collaboration, passionate about excellence and drivenby impact. These four values define the culture and drive engagement and fundraising success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where everyonematters, and all can thrive. This dedication is rooted in our co revalues and our mission to drive impactful fundraising and engagement. Our team actively engages in learning, reflection, andthe transformation of systems, policies, and practices thatperpetuate oppressive ideologies—including racism, sexism, ableism,and heterosexism. We recognize our responsibility to lead byexample in building a supportive and inclusive culture for both internal colleagues and external partners.

We hold ourselves accountable through individual and divisional goals thatcontinuously assess our progress, growth, and outcomes—ensuring alignment with our mission and values every step of the way.

• Serve as a primary writing and content resource for the Artsand Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries advancement team. Witha focus on the frontline fundraising team and donor relations team,this position will produce tailored communications that advancedonor conversations across the giving continuum.
• Draft, edit, and refine a broad range of donor-facing and internal collateral including impact reports, case statements,one-pagers, and gift proposals.
• Translate complex academic programs, research initiatives, and student outcomes into accessible, compelling narratives aligned with donor interests and Arts and Sciences, Graduate School, and Libraries funding priorities.
• Under the direction of the Director, Alumni Engagement and Donor Relations and in partnership with the Assistant Director of Donor Relations, develop and manage a suite of versatile collateraltemplates and content assets that can be adapted by advancement staff for varied donor audiences and giving levels.
• Collaborate with Advancement Marketing and Communications touse the impact of philanthropic messages.
• Collaborate with the college's communications team to amplifycontent that can assist with engagement and philanthropyefforts.

• Partner with the Assistant Director of Donor Relations to implement customized stewardship touchpoints, to include writtenacknowledgments, broad based impact updates, and…