Career Opportunities

The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines improves quality of life for all by promoting charitable giving, connecting donors with causes they care about and providing leadership on important community issues. We're simply better together.

If you share this commitment to community, consider joining our team.

Senior Director of Affiliate Relations

The Senior Director of Affiliate Relations plays an important role in the growth of statewide philanthropy and community-building by fostering affiliate community foundations throughout Iowa. This position sets the vision and provides direction and oversight for the Community Foundation’s Affiliate Program, serving 46 counties and communities throughout the state. This position ensures county- and community-level affiliate community foundations are working within a strategic plan appropriate for their county’s growth stage and are well-positioned to reach their community and county-wide goals.

Learn more about this position, apply now or contact Barb Hobson with any questions.

Pillars of Purpose

At the heart of all we do is the belief we are truly better together. This is more than a tagline we’ve become known for; it frames the internal culture we have built and embrace. The staff team of the Community Foundation created the Pillars of Purpose to outline the commitment we have toward each other, our community and the Community Foundation.

  • We believe our mission matters. The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines improves quality of life for all by promoting charitable giving, connecting donors with causes they care about and providing leadership on important community issues…we’re simply better together. Every person, role, function and task make our mission work.
  • We work better together. We value collaboration, diverse perspectives and open communication. We invest in, value and care for each other.
  • We own it. We take pride in and responsibility for our role, each other and our home.
  • We lean forward. We give and take space to learn, innovate, lead and inspire.