Political Manager

Utah Donor Collaborative; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Donor Collaborative in Salt Lake City seeks a Political Manager to lead electoral strategy, build coalitions across nonprofits, unions, and PACs, and coordinate statewide political programs. The role requires navigating multiple cycles, managing complex partnerships, and driving voter engagement and turnout initiatives.

The position is hybrid with in-person presence in Salt Lake City, involves significant travel, and offers a salary range of $60,000–$75,000 plus benefits based on

Qualifications

• Multiple cycles of campaign experience required, including demonstrated understanding of electoral strategy, voter contact programs, and campaign operations.

Responsibilities

• Build consensus on a long-term electoral philosophy and strategy to create a legislative majority in the Utah State Legislature and in key county and city governments.
• Lead coalitions of 501c4 organizations, PACs, and unions in developing and executing cycle-by-cycle election plans.
• Create, manage, and monitor election plans and budgets, assessing progress toward goals and adjusting strategy as conditions evolve.
• Facilitate regular coalition meetings that are action-oriented, inclusive, and productive—navigating consensus and disagreement with a collaborative approach.
• Identify programmatic gaps and opportunities, and work with partners to design and implement coordinated statewide voter education and political programs.
• Align and manage relationships with candidates, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners.
• Assess and analyze active election plans and candidate campaigns, making data-informed recommendations to strengthen outcomes.
• Develop a program budget and support fundraising efforts, including cultivating relationships with state and national funders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across Utah and nationally to ensure the network is represented in relevant coalitions and positioned as a leader in the field.

Skills

Campaign experience

Electoral strategy

Coalition building

Data analysis

Voter outreach

Public affairs

Communication

Independent initiative

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 + benefits, based on experience.

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah; hybrid with regular in-person presence required

DEADLINE TO APPLY

• This position opens on October 30; priority is given to applications received by November 23, 2026.
• Estimated start date: mid to late January 2027

ABOUT UDC

Utah Donor Collaborative works with a generous group of inspired and proud members and investors who care about Utah. Together, we build political power and the required infrastructure to transform Utah into a state where justice and opportunity are accessible to everyone.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

We seek a political professional with campaign experience and a passion for Utah’s political transformation. You must have an interest in building and executing an electoral strategy with deep partnership from diverse stakeholders. The right candidate will bring a deep knowledge of campaign mechanics, an ability to plan over multiple cycles, an understanding of organizing, and the interpersonal skills to align partners around a shared vision. This coordinated, statewide strategy maximizes partners’ resources and effectiveness around a collective set of priorities including civic engagement (voter outreach, persuasion, turnout), candidate support (canvassing, outreach), and a commitment to racial and gender equity. If your values align with our mission and you meet most of the following criteria, we encourage you to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build consensus on a long-term electoral philosophy and strategy to create a legislative majority in the Utah State Legislature and in key county and city governments
• Lead coalitions of 501c4 organizations, PACs, and unions in developing and executing cycle-by-cycle election plans
• Create, manage, and monitor election plans and budgets, assessing progress toward goals and adjusting strategy as conditions evolve
• Facilitate regular coalition meetings that are action-oriented, inclusive, and productive—navigating consensus and disagreement with a collaborative approach
• Identify programmatic gaps and opportunities, and work with partners to design and implement coordinated statewide voter education and political programs
• Align and manage relationships with candidates, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners
• Assess and analyze active election plans and candidate campaigns, making data-informed recommendations to strengthen outcomes
• Develop a program budget and support fundraising efforts, including cultivating relationships with state and national funders
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across Utah and nationally to ensure the network is represented in relevant coalitions and positioned as a leader in the field

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Multiple cycles of campaign experience required, including demonstrated understanding of electoral strategy, voter contact programs, and campaign operations
• Familiarity with polling, survey research, data analysis, voter files, and other campaign and political tools for assessing the political landscape
• Demonstrated ability to build coalitions and manage relationships across organizations, including PACs, unions, and advocacy partners
• Collaborative leadership style with an engaging, inclusive, and equitable approach to facilitation and decision-making
• Demonstrated commitment to racial and economic justice
• Experience navigating c4/IE program compliance preferred;
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder, with the ability to earn and maintain trust across organizations and through disagreements.
• Scrappy and entrepreneurial—able to work independently, identify opportunities, and take initiative in a dynamic environment;

LOCATION AND TRAVEL

The Political Manager is expected to travel approximately 70% locally (Wasatch Front), 20% statewide, and 10% nationally.

HIRING STATEMENT

Utah Donor Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, class, status as a veteran, status as an individual with a disability, incarceration or conviction history, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.