Institutional Giving Manager

Phoenix Art Museum seeks an experienced, highly organized, and compelling writer and administrator to serve as Institutional Giving Manager, leading the Museum’s $1.6M+ portfolio of foundation and government support and contributing to prospect research efforts that advance the Museum’s broader fundraising priorities. The Institutional Giving Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of institutional grants—from prospect identification and proposal development through grant administration, reporting, and stewardship. Working collaboratively across the Museum, this position translates the work of curatorial, education, and other programmatic teams into persuasive funding proposals and meaningful reports that demonstrate impact and strengthen relationships with institutional funders. The position also plays an important role in the Museum’s prospect research program, identifying and researching prospective individual, corporate, and foundation donors and providing actionable intelligence to Development staff, senior leadership, and Trustees. The successful candidate will be an exceptional writer and researcher who can synthesize complex information into clear and persuasive narratives; manage multiple deadlines and priorities with precision; and build productive relationships with colleagues throughout the organization. Essential Responsibilities Institutional Giving and Grants Management – 85% Manage the Museum’s $1.6M+ institutional giving program, including support from private foundations and federal, state, and local government entities. Research funding opportunities and develop compelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals, narratives, applications, and supporting materials that align Museum priorities with funder interests. Manage a comprehensive grants calendar, ensuring the timely submission of proposals, applications, contracts, interim and final reports, and other funder requirements. Collaborate closely with curatorial, education, finance, and other Museum departments to develop grant proposals, establish measurable outcomes, gather required information, and ensure grant-funded projects remain on track. Collect, analyze, and synthesize quantitative an