Program Manager, Donor Communications and Relations, Leeds School of Business

Job Summary
Program Manager for Donor Communications and Relations for the Leeds School of Business, located at CU Boulder.

Responsible for planning and executing donor and alumni engagement and stewardship efforts, serving as a dedicated communications and content resource, translating funding priorities and programmatic impact into donor‑centered narratives, and providing high‑quality writing, tailored collateral, and a robust content infrastructure that supports the full donor lifecycle.

Company
CU Boulder Advancement, a culture defined by four values—joy, collaboration, excellence, and impact—committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary writing and content resource for the Leeds advancement team, producing 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 Leeds funding priorities.

Develop and manage a suite of versatile collateral templates and content assets that can be adapted by advancement staff for varied donor audiences and giving levels.

Drive collaboration and coordination with Advancement Marketing and Communications.

Partner with the Assistant Director of Donor Relations to implement customized stewardship touchpoints, including written acknowledgments, broad‑based impact updates, and recognition content for major gift donors to the Leeds School.

Support the development and documentation of stewardship program frameworks, ensuring consistent and meaningful recognition that reinforces donor loyalty and continued engagement.

Coordinate the creation of gift reporting materials, drawing on data and programmatic updates to communicate fund impact with clarity and credibility.

Collaborate with Advancement Donor Relations to ensure the best experience for donors and efficient use of resources.

Build and maintain an organized library of content assets, including template language, program summaries, impact statistics, and funding priority narratives for use across the Leeds advancement team.

Supervise and synthesize information about Leeds academic programs, school priorities, and institutional achievements to ensure advancement content reflects current and accurate messaging.

Develop and maintain internal processes and documentation that support content consistency, version control, and efficient content retrieval across the team.

Provide ongoing content support and guidance to frontline and donor relations staff, helping them select and adapt existing materials to meet specific donor engagement needs.

Project‑manage proposal development for major gift asks through data gathering, writing collaboration, review cycles, and final production.

Incorporate feedback from multiple reviewers with sound editorial judgment, managing timelines and revision processes to ensure materials are delivered accurately and on schedule.

Take on special projects as needed, serve on internal task forces, and perform related duties as assigned by the Senior Director for Development Operations.

Represent the Leeds Advancement team at cross‑divisional engagements and Leeds events.

Travel locally, regionally, or out of state as required.

Work a hybrid schedule with some days on campus and some days remote.

Occasionally work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

1 year of professional, job‑related experience.

3+ years of experience in a higher education fundraising environment.

Experience in tactical execution of communications, writing, and marketing collateral.

Experience working in a project management role.

Ability to establish and enhance interpersonal relationships and coordinate volunteers.

Strong communication skills, including public speaking and representing the university.

Analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability.

Discretion, tact, and collaboration in working with a diverse range of constituents.

Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently and on a team, and adapt to changing priorities.

Strong attention to detail and visual appeal of presentation materials.

Growth mindset, resilience, and perseverance.

Champion the shared values of the Office of Advancement.

Self‑starter and self‑learning approach.

Strong data/database management and manipulation skills.

What We Offer
Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually. Relocation assistance is available within Advancement guidelines.

Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. Additional perks are available through the CU Advantage program.

Legal Statement
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.

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