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Donor Engagement Manager

University of Utah

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Job overview

The Donor Engagement Manager connects donors, members, sponsors, and community supporters to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts’ mission. Working with the Director of Development, the manager coordinates donor engagement, annual giving, fundraising events, sponsorship fulfillment, and stewardship. The role also provides day-to-day guidance to the Development Coordinator and partners across the Museum and University Advancement to advance fundraising and engagement priorities.

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Full job description

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA), located on the University of Utah campus in the Marcia and John Price Museum Building, is home to a diverse collection of art spanning ancient through contemporary works from around the world. Established in 1951 and accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the UMFA inspires critical dialogue and illuminates the role of art in our lives. Through its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, the Museum connects people with art, encourages new perspectives, and serves communities across campus, the Wasatch Front, and the broader region.The Donor Engagement Manager plays a central role in connecting donors, members, sponsors, and community supporters to the mission of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. Working closely with the Director of Development, this position is responsible for coordinating donor engagement activities, annual giving efforts, fundraising events, sponsorship fulfillment, and donor stewardship initiatives.The Donor Engagement Manager leads donor engagement initiatives and fundraising events, helping deepen relationships with members and annual donors and grow philanthropic support for the Museum. This position provides day-to-day guidance and mentorship to the Development Coordinator, working collaboratively to support effective departmental operations. The Donor Engagement Manager also partners with colleagues across the Museum and University Advancement to advance fundraising and engagement priorities.The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused professional who enjoys connecting people to meaningful experiences, building community, and ensuring donors feel valued and appreciated.Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

How this job compares

Set against the 762 open Fundraising jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
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  • US median$78–100K/yr328 salary ranges
  • US median$18–20/hr115 hourly ranges
Openings
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Experience
Fundraising postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 5 years (508 postings).
Education
254 of the 762 open Fundraising jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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