Grant Writer, Institutional Giving & Government Affairs

Come join my team at the Guggenheim Museum in New York! We have a great team of development professionals with strong collegiality. This is a GRANT WRITING position and you will manage a robust portfolio of Foundation and Government funders. You will be part of a team that has a revenue goal of upwards of $3.5M and you will be required to contribute to that revenue stream through successful proposal research and submissions, raising funds for all areas of the museum, including exhibitions, education outreach and public programs, conservation, publications, and general operating support.

This role will also provide administration support for the team, including maintaining Institutional donor records in Sales Force database and central files, and managing the team calendar.

Manager, Institutional Giving and Government Affairs

Job Description June 2026 - FINAL

We are Guggenheim, a global constellation of museums unlike any other in the world. Four museums on three continents, united by the power of groundbreaking art to connect us to ourselves and to each other. Since our founding in 1937, the Guggenheim has introduced, celebrated and brought to the public the newest voices and visions in modern and contemporary art. When Solomon R.

Guggenheim and Hilla Rebay set out to share the joy they first experienced in discovering experimental art, they initiated the creative risk-taking that is today synonymous with “Guggenheim” throughout the world. Across the globe, each Guggenheim stands not just as a backdrop for visionary art but as masterpieces in and of themselves to experience.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

As a member of the Development Department, the Manager, Institutional Giving and Government Affairs is responsible for managing a robust foundation and government fundraising portfolio, administrative duties relevant to foundation and government fundraising efforts, and generating grant awards with the support and guidance of the Director of Institutional Development and Chief Development Officer.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree a plus. Degrees in arts administration, arts education, art history, or museum studies preferred;
English, journalism, or other disciplines with a heavy focus on writing also given very strong consideration.

· Four to six years’ development experience, preferably with a cultural institution. Exhibition fundraising experience preferable.

· Superior writing skills, adherence to very high standards for presentation of proposal/report materials; consistent attention to detail; excellent organizational skills; and ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.

· Familiarity with local, regional, and national foundation and government funding sources.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, set goals, and develop effective strategies for meeting those goals.

· Ability to work collaboratively and form solid relationships with internal and external contacts.

· Equally adept with identification, cultivation, written solicitation, and stewardship of foundation and government donors.

· High proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Sales Force required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

· With the support and guidance of the Director of Institutional Development, manage a six to seven-figure portfolio of foundation and government donors and prospects with the goal of maintaining and increasing existing levels of giving and generating new sources of support through successful grant writing and proposal submission.

· Keep apprised of the Guggenheim’s activities and match those activities with foundation and government grant opportunities, focusing in particular on exhibitions, conservation, public programming, education and special initiatives. Assist with requests for special projects and other fundraising efforts as relevant/assigned.

· Conduct prospect identification, research, and analysis; prepare and submit proposals and reports and research briefings for meetings; provide effective and ongoing stewardship of current donors and cultivation of prospective donors.

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