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.

Iowa State University Foundation | Fundraising Intern
Date: 4-9-26 Compensation: $15-17 per hour

Engage and participate in our development officer onboarding and training curriculum, then receive a portfolio of donors to engage with. 20-30 hours per week, no benefits offered.

Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) | Vice President of Development
Date: 4-6-26 Compensation: $90,000-$100,000 annually

For a seasoned fundraising leader who wants to do the most meaningful work of their career. The VPD will lead efforts to build & sustain a robust pipeline of philanthropic support.

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | Director of Gift Planning & Advisor Relations
Date: 4-6-26

Responsible for working relationships with professional advisors and development with prospective fund holders, as well as managing stewardship of an assigned portfolio of current fund holders.

Grinnell College | Director of Business & Finance Career Community
Date: 4-2-26

Looking for someone who enjoys mentoring students, building partnerships & designing career‑readiness experiences that blend prof development with Grinnell’s commitment to service & civic engagement

Great Outdoors Foundation | Development Manager
Date: 4-1-26 Compensation: 65,000 - 75,000

This is a hands-on role focused on advancing fundraising efforts, managing donor relationships, and maintaining effective development operations in support of organizational goals.

Iowa State University Foundation | Donor Compliance Services Temp
Date: 4-1-26 Compensation: $24-$26 per hour, 20-30 hours per week

This temporary, part-time position will assist the donor compliance team in the implementation and transition in scholarship management systems.

YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Out-of-School Time Program Coordinator
Date: 4-1-26 Compensation: $18.00-$21.00/hour

This position directly manages an out-of-school time programming site. It is responsible for the program and will facilitate the integration of the program into the overall school culture.

Girls on the Run - YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Event and Program Coordinator
Date: 4-1-26

This position is primarily responsible for planning, promoting, and executing Girls on the Run events. This role also provides program coordination and oversight support for remote program sites.

WayPoint Resources | Volunteer Manager & Client Care Specialist
Date: 4-1-26

This role prioritizes volunteer management and coordination, with client care responsibilities during peak service hours.

Lutheran Services in Iowa | Director of Early Childhood Prevention and Home Visiting Services
Date: 4-1-26

Responsible for statewide oversight of home visiting and prevention programs. Provides supervision to Early Childhood Manager and Coordinators. Program planning, funding, and delivery of services.

Dorothy's House | Development Director
Date: 3-30-26

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

Des Moines Metro Opera | Institutional Giving Manager
Date: 3-30-26 Compensation: $58,000

The Institutional Giving Manager secures funding from foundations, corporations, and agencies, managing grants, sponsorships, and partnerships to support DMMO’s programs and community work.

Prevent Blindness Iowa | Director, Community Engagement
Date: 3-27-26 Compensation: $45,000.00+, commensurate with experience

The Director, Community Engagement partners with Prevent Blindness Iowa's CEO to advance its mission by leading programs, fundraising, communications, and volunteer engagement.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa | Housekeeper
Date: 3-25-26

The Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the families and staff of RMHCCI. Position will be at both of our Houses.

LifeServe Blood Center | Territory Representative
Date: 3-24-26

Territory Reps support local blood donors and hospitals by recruiting volunteers, organizing blood drives, growing donor bases, and representing LifeServe in the community.

Hope Ministries | Chief Operating Officer
Date: 3-20-26

The COO provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight over all of Hope Ministries’ facilities, hr, administrative, safety & security, and information technology functions.

Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence | Communications Coordinator
Date: 3-19-26 Compensation: Starting Salary: $53,000 to $60,000

Drives daily communications by managing digital platforms, social media, and content creation while engaging audiences to raise awareness of sexual and domestic violence.

Disability Rights Iowa | Staff Attorney
Date: 3-19-26 Compensation: 60,000/yr Entry Level

DRI is seeking a passionate civil rights attorney to protect and advance the rights of Iowans with disabilities.

Iowa State University Foundation | Director of Development - Athletics
Date: 3-16-26

Cultivate and steward new, current, and past donors to the Iowa State University Athletics Department.

Iowa State University Foundation | Development Coordinator - College of Engineering
Date: 3-16-26

This position provides operational and administrative support to the development office for the College of Engineering.

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