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.

Waukee YMCA - Part of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Youth Sports Director
Date: 3-11-26 Compensation: $48,000-$56,000/annualized

This position is responsible for developing programs which meet community needs through sports programming. The Director will also be responsible for fostering involvement in program activities.…

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In Harmony Farm | Operations Manager
Date: 3-9-26 Compensation: $60,000 – $85,000

In Harmony Farm seeks a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee stewardship and readiness of our 26-acre campus, managing land, infrastructure, and equipment that support farmers.…

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In Harmony Farm | Executive Director & General Manager
Date: 3-9-26 Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000

In Harmony Farm seeks an Executive Director & General Manager to guide strategy and fundraising while advancing regenerative agriculture and supporting up-and-coming farmers.…

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Habitat for Humanity of Iowa | Development Coordinator (Part Time)
Date: 3-9-26 Compensation: $30,000-$35,000

This role is uniquely focused on securing funding for non-construction initiatives, including housing advocacy, capacity building for Habitat affiliates, and disaster preparedness programming.…

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Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa | Philanthropy Manager
Date: 3-4-26 Compensation: Hiring Range: $56,000 - $60,000

This role has a focus on leading and growing individual giving revenue through strategic management of a portfolio of donors and prospects.…

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Disability Rights Iowa | Lead Intake Specialist
Date: 3-3-26

The Lead Intake Specialist is an integral part of the intake team. This position leads DRI’s intake process, serving as the main initial point of contact with Iowa’s Disability Community. …

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Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence | Director of Statewide SART and Systems Collaboration
Date: 2-27-26 Compensation: $78,000-$85,000

This director-level role serves as senior expert and primary liaison to healthcare, criminal justice, CACs, SARTs, and state partners to expand survivor-centered healing and safety options.…

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Des Moines Community Playhouse | Executive Director
Date: 2-26-26 Compensation: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, and benefits package. Details to be determined by The Playhouse and shared with candidates during the search process

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, vision, and financial health of the Des Moines Community Playhouse.…

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Drake University | Executive Director
Date: 2-26-26

The Olson Institute for Public Democracy (OIPD) seeks an outstanding Executive Director (ED) to lead the institute into the future. …

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Planned Parenthood North Central States | Director of Donor Engagement & Annual Giving – Remote with regular travel within IA, MN, ND, NE, and SD
Date: 2-25-26 Compensation: $82,000-$95,000/year

The Director of Donor Engagement & Annual Giving leads teams in design, implementation, and evaluation of affiliate-wide, comprehensive annual giving and donor engagement program.…

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Community Support Advocates | Momentum Program Assistant
Date: 2-20-26

CSA is seeking a part-time Program Assistant to deliver mobile, pop up art events in rural Iowa for youth, aging adults, and individuals with disabilities to foster resilience & community connection.…

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Community Support Advocates | Disability Service Navigator
Date: 2-19-26

CSA seeks a mission-driven Disability Services Navigator to provide HCBS navigation, options counseling, and person-centered service coordination in Central Iowa using the Science of Hope framework.…

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Planned Parenthood North Central States | Temporary Virtual Advocacy Strategist
Date: 2-18-26 Compensation: $19-$24/hour

This role will carry out legislative, organizing, and electoral goals, and be a part of a dynamic Public Affairs team that builds a sustainable base of support for our organization.…

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Friends of Lakeside Lab | Executive Director
Date: 2-18-26 Compensation: $40,000-50,000 commensurate with experience. Paid time off included.

FOLL seeks an executive director to oversee administration, community engagement & solicitation supporting environmental education, water quality monitoring & research at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory.…

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Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences | Assistant/Associate Director Research Programs and Compliance
Date: 2-16-26 Compensation: Salary range is as follows: Assistant Director $70,000 - $80,000 Associate Director $80,000 - $90,000

Leads university research compliance and safety efforts; supports lab operations and ensures adherence to IBC, IRB, IACUC, and regulatory standards while advancing training and risk mitigation. …

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Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences | Director of Corporate, Foundation and Grant Relations
Date: 2-16-26 Compensation: The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $120,000 depending on experience.

At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, lead corporate and foundation partnerships, secure transformational funding, and advance innovation in health sciences education and research.…

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Orchard Place | Chief Executive Officer
Date: 2-9-26 Compensation: $200,000 - $225,000 annually

To view the full job posting & to apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6913167.…

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ASAP, the After School Arts Program | Development and Marketing Manager
Date: 2-6-26 Compensation: $60–68,000

Lead and implement ASAP’s annual fundraising and marketing plans to sustain arts access for youth. Increase awareness of ASAP’s impact; strengthen donor cultivation, engagement, and stewardship. …

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Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation | Part-Time Development Assistant
Date: 1-27-26

Part-Time Development Assistant, Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation…

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Grinnell College | Exploratory Adviser
Date: 1-22-26 Compensation: $44K - $50K/year

The Exploratory Adviser plays a critical role in Grinnell’s holistic approach to student success and career development.…

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