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 of impactful donor and alumni engagement and stewardship efforts for the Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries and joins a team that focuses on donor relations and stewardship. This role serves as a dedicated communications and content resource for the Arts 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 full donor lifecycle. This position operates with a high degree of autonomy, self-directing their workflow to meet team priorities, manage concurrent projects, and deliver polished communications on set timelines.

This is a support-service function providing writing, content, and program management support to internal advancement partners rather than engaging independently with donors, key faculty, 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 other constituents, 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 a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

is committed to a culture of joy, motivated by collaboration, passionate about excellence and driven by impact. These four values define the culture and drive engagement and fundraising success. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone matters, and all can thrive. This dedication is rooted in our core values and our mission to drive impactful fundraising and engagement. Our team actively engages in learning, reflection, and the transformation of systems, policies, and practices that perpetuate oppressive ideologies—including racism, sexism, ableism, and heterosexism.

We recognize our responsibility to lead by example in building a supportive and inclusive culture for both internal colleagues and external partners. We hold ourselves accountable through individual and divisional goals that continuously 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 Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries advancement team. With a focus on the frontline fundraising team and donor relations team, this position will produce tailored communications that advance donor 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…