Current Nonprofit Employment Opportunities

We are pleased to make connections between nonprofit/philanthropic organizations and our community. Organizations may submit nonprofit employment opportunities here.

Please note: Dates indicated are the date posted to our employment opportunities page, not the closing date of the opportunity. Contact the Community Foundation at info@desmoinesfoundation.org or (515) 883-2626 with questions.

Grinnell College | Strategic Initiatives Advisor-Business Office
Date: 6-22-26 Compensation: $70,000-$85,000

The Strategic Project Advisor serves as a trusted partner to the VP for Finance & Treasurer, driving high-impact initiatives & advancing priorities,…

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Des Moines Art Center | Sales Associate
Date: 6-12-26 Compensation: $12.92-16.15/hour

Our Sales Associate helps create a welcoming and engaging visitor experience by serving as an ambassador for both the Museum Shop and the Des Moines Art Center. …

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Prevent Blindness Iowa | Director, Community Engagement
Date: 6-12-26 Compensation: $45,000 - $55,000

The Director, Community Engagement advances Prevent Blindness Iowa’s mission through community-based programs, fundraising, communications, and volunteer engagement.…

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Primary Health Care | Medical Case Manager- The Project
Date: 6-9-26

Assisting clients being served in one of PHC’s social service programs (those who are living with HIV/AIDS) through needs assessment, case management, and advocacy with community partners. …

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Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences | Business Support Specialist
Date: 6-8-26 Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000

Own the heartbeat of business and finance operations—drive projects, support the CFO, and influence campus-wide impact with strategic, independent leadership.…

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Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) | Food Pantry/Mobile/Delivery Coordinator
Date: 6-8-26 Compensation: From $20/hr

Help facilitate the operation of DMARC’s mobile food pantry and delivery service program. The coordinator will assist visitors who come to our pantries to shop. Bilingual is a plus!…

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Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) | Database Coordinator
Date: 6-8-26 Compensation: Compensation: $25 – $26 an hour | Full-time

At DMARC, data is our superpower. This position is key in helping us tell the story of hunger locally. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and a team player. …

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Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | Charitable Giving Coordinator
Date: 6-5-26

Ensures current and prospective fund holders receive a personal approach to philanthropy through outstanding customer service. …

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Healthy Birth Day, Inc | Communications Coordinator
Date: 6-4-26

Supports press releases, digital and print materials, and event promotions while writing, editing, and ensuring all content aligns with brand standards and messaging guidelines.…

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Ballet Des Moines | Development Associate
Date: 6-4-26

Development Associate needed to coordinate calendars, grants, and donor tasks, serving as the operational anchor that keeps fundraising running smoothly for leadership and the artistic team.…

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Iowa State University Foundation | Associate Director of Donor Relations
Date: 5-28-26

Execute a variety of donor relations projects that involve acknowledgment, stewardship, recognition, and engagement.…

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa | Assistant Director of Operations
Date: 5-22-26

Assist Director of Operations in the planning, development and management of all RMHCCI guest programs, services and day-to-day operations.…

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Hope Ministries | Weekend Cook
Date: 5-21-26

Saturday and Sunday 6am-6pm. The cook is the point person to facilitate well-balanced, nutritious meals that are well presented and good tasting. …

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Hope Ministries | Breakfast Cook
Date: 5-21-26

The kitchen needs to demonstrate God’s love in practical, tangible ways. The cook is the point person to facilitate well-balanced, nutritious meals that are well presented and good tasting. …

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Grand View University | Director of Philanthropy
Date: 5-21-26

This senior fundraising professional will be responsible for securing major and planned gifts while providing strategic leadership for Grand View University’s annual fund. …

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Dorothy's House | Development Director
Date: 5-19-26

The Director of Development plays a critical role in securing and sustaining the financial resources needed to advance our work. …

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Anawim Housing | Maintenance Tech
Date: 5-8-26

Perform various maintenance functions including but not limited to: painting, HVAC repairs, lock repairs, window/door repairs, electrical repairs, appliance repairs, and preventative maintenance.…

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Anawim Housing | Program Manager
Date: 5-8-26

Provides case management and Permanent Supportive Housing services to homeless individuals with a serious mental illness, chronic substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and/or fleeing domestic.…

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Wallace Centers of Iowa | Development Director
Date: 5-6-26 Compensation: $75,000-$90,000

This role will lead the fundraising strategy and execution for Wallace Centers of Iowa, including major gifts, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and the membership program. …

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Community Support Advocates | Disability Service Navigator
Date: 4-28-26 Compensation: Starting at $23.09/hr

CSA seeks multiple mission-driven Disability Services Navigators due to program growth, providing HCBS navigation, options counseling, and person-centered service coordination in Central Iowa.…

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