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 that this page is intended to share employment opportunities in Greater Des Moines and opportunities outside of that geographic area will not be approved.

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.

WesleyLife | Senior Director, Philanthropy
Date: 10-19-26

The Senior Director of Philanthropy develops philanthropic relationships and fundraising opportunities that support organizational priorities. …

Iowa State University Foundation | Development Coordinator - Central Major Gifts
Date: 10-19-26

Provide project management and administrative support to a team of development professionals whose objective is to secure and steward private support for ISU.…

Variety-the Children's Charity of Iowa | Office Manager
Date: 10-18-26

Responsible for providing support to the CEO, board and staff relating to administrative, fundraising and programming duties; maintaining the donor database; and ensuring efficient office operations.…

Mind & Spirit Counseling Center | Community Engagement & Development Manager
Date: 10-16-26 Compensation: $60,000

The Community Engagement & Development Manager expands the Center’s community presence and leads the annual Women Helping Women luncheon.…

Grinnell College | Residence Life Coordinator
Date: 10-12-26 Compensation: $48,000

The RLC is a student-centered, collaborative, and intentional educator who supervises student staff and manages a residential learning community of approximately 250 students. …

Iowa State University Foundation | Executive Director of Development - Principal and Leadership Gifts
Date: 10-6-26

Lead strategy discussions and offer support and resources to staff as they navigate conversations greater than $1 million.…

Grinnell College | Administrative Assistant III-Athletics
Date: 10-1-26

Grinnell College is currently seeking an energetic, motivated, and well-organized Administrative Assistant III to support our Director of Athletics and Recreation. …

Iowa Public Health Association | Executive Director
Date: 9-30-26

The ED will lead IPHA in partnership with the Board by providing a strategic vision/direction. Desired candidates should have experience in legislative advocacy and leading a membership association.…

Capital City Pride | Program Manager
Date: 9-30-26 Compensation: 45,000-60,000

Seeking an organized and self-motivated Program Manager to lead year-round programs and events. …

YMCA Supportive Housing Campus | Service Center Specialist
Date: 9-23-26 Compensation: $12.00+/hour - based on experience and skills

This position is responsible for providing customer support to tenants, monitoring the facility, performing basic clerical functions, and foster a sense of community with our tenants.…

Jewels Academy | Program Coordinator
Date: 9-19-26

This contract opportunity is for a dependable, resourceful coordinator who can help plan, organize, and deliver engaging STEM, leadership, entrepreneurship, and career-exploration experiences. …

Healthy Birth Day, Inc. | Research and Development Strategist
Date: 9-18-26

The Research and Development Strategist oversees Healthy Birth Day Inc.'s research platform and hallmark tool, the Count the Kicks app.…

Healthy Birth Day, Inc. | Champions Program Administrator
Date: 9-18-26

The Champions Program Administrator oversees the development, integration, and evaluation of clinical and non-clinical partnerships and programs for Healthy Birth Day, Inc.…

Healthy Birth Day, Inc. | Director of Advancement
Date: 9-18-26

The Director of Advancement manages and oversees strategic business growth initiatives and fundraising development for Healthy Birth Day, Inc.…

Grinnell College | Assistant/ Sr. Assistant Director of Admission & Coordinator for Campus Visits
Date: 9-18-26 Compensation: $53,000 to $60,000 per year

This role is responsible for strategizing, planning and executing all on-campus prospective student visits and events on behalf of the Office of Admission.…

Dorothy's House | Development Director
Date: 8-25-26

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the organization's growth and long-term impact through strategic fundraising and development.…

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | Charitable Giving Coordinator
Date: 8-24-26

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

Ankeny Art Center | Executive Director
Date: 8-18-26

The Ankeny Art Center is seeking a new Executive Director to lead our organization through its next phase of growth, including expanded programming and plans for a future facility expansion.…

Anawim Housing | Property Manager
Date: 8-14-26

This position will require travel between various properties to collect rent, monitor tenant ledgers, conduct unit inspections, lease enforcement and maintain a positive tenant community. …

Anawim Housing | Program Manager
Date: 8-14-26

Provides case management/housing services to homeless individuals with a serious mental illness, chronic substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, fleeing domestic violence, medically fragile or dual diagnosis. …

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