The Philanthropy Career Center features professional opportunities in the philanthropy sector and related fields, both nationally and in Iowa. If you are an employer and wish to post a job opening, simply complete this short submission form. Please note that ICoF members and Regional Association colleagues can post job announcements free of charge and non-members can post 90-day job announcements for $100.
Des Moines Public Library Foundation | Executive Director & Chief Advancement Officer
Full-Time | Des Moines, IA
The Des Moines Public Library Foundation is seeking an Executive Director & Chief Advancement Officer to grow philanthropic support, strengthen community relationships, and lead the Foundation’s work in partnership with the Des Moines Public Library.
This is an opportunity for a strategic, collaborative leader with a passion for philanthropy and a commitment to community impact. As the Foundation’s principal fundraiser and primary spokesperson, this individual will build meaningful donor relationships, secure significant gifts, and expand philanthropic support. Working alongside the Board of Directors and Library leadership, they will advance shared priorities, build strategic partnerships, and strengthen the Foundation’s team, operations, and long-term sustainability.
Help connect community generosity with the possibilities public libraries create and make an even greater impact.
Salary: $110,000 – $120,000
Learn more here.
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium | Grants Manager/Senior Gifts Officer
Full-Time | Remote/Hybrid | Dubuque, IA
The Grants Manager / Sr. Grants Officer will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive grants strategy, overseeing prospect research, proposal development, submission, award management, compliance, and reporting. Working in partnership with the Vice President of Development & Advancement, this position will expand support from foundations, corporations, and government agencies through strategic relationship-building, institutional funding initiatives, and effective grants management systems that support long-term organizational growth and impact.
Salary: $55,000 – $65,000
Learn more here.
Hometown Pride | Community Coach
Part-Time | Hamilton County, IA
Keep Iowa Beautiful is seeking an experienced community development professional to serve as the Community Coach for the Hometown Pride program in Hamilton County. This is a contract position for 24-28 hrs/week. The Community Coach will work with local leaders to establish and support a Hometown Pride program in 9 participating towns in Hamilton County. The “coach” provides long-term strategic direction and support to each town, empowering local volunteers to complete community betterment projects that will: cultivate local leadership, enhance community amenities, foster civic pride, boost economic vitality and build community partnerships.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Passionate and knowledgeable about community development in small towns
- A skilled communicator who can build consensus among varied stakeholders
- Comfortable managing volunteers
Requirements include: 5+ years experience in community development or related field, ability to travel regularly to 9 towns & more.
Salary: $68,000
Learn more here.
