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.

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.

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.

Wellmark YMCA - YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Healthy Living Director
Date: 6-10-26 Compensation: $48,000-$55,000

The Healthy Living Director is responsible for developing programs which meet community needs through healthy living programs. This position is responsible for program management and staff management.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | Senior Director of Affiliates
Date: 5-20-26

Leads the Community Foundation’s Affiliate Program, supporting 46 county and community affiliates across Iowa through visioning, planning, coaching and community philanthropy growth.

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.

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.

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.

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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