Senior Director of Affiliates
Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines
Not for Profit-Charity | Full Time | Hybrid | DES MOINES
Posted: 5/21/26
Job Description
The Senior Director of Affiliates plays an important role in the growth of statewide philanthropy and community-building by fostering affiliate community foundations throughout Iowa. This position sets the vision and provides direction and oversight for the Community Foundation’s Affiliate Program, serving 46 counties and communities throughout the state. This position ensures county- and community-level affiliate community foundations are well-positioned to reach their goals by providing proactive visioning, planning, coaching and training designed to meet their individualized needs.
Deadline to Apply 6/21/26
Address
1915 GRAND AVE
Essential Job Functions
This position works to create and implement strategies that ensure philanthropic objectives of donors within the affiliate network are met, their knowledge of their community is broadened and their relationship with their community foundation affiliate is strong. The position designs and implements strategies to build strong Affiliate Advisory Boards comprised of local leaders to ensure the promotion of charitable giving to impact community needs and opportunities; and develops relationships with key community partners, including professional advisors, throughout the affiliate network. Assurance and oversight of accurate management of affiliate charitable giving fund administration, data and documentation are important components of this position. This position works closely with other departments, such as the Marketing, Finance and Charitable Giving teams to ensure the marketing, gift acceptance, fund administration and professional advisor strategies meet the needs of the affiliates served.
The Senior Director of Affiliates provides direction and supervision to staff within the affiliate department and works in conjunction with Affiliate Advisory Board leadership to provide supervision and direction to county affiliate staff and contractors.
Education
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years in fundraising, economic development or closely related professional experience.
Experience
Knowledge of planned giving and non-cash asset solicitation and acceptance is preferred. Chartered Advisor of Philanthropy designation strongly desired. Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships with individuals, businesses, board of directors and community partners. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and work both independently and in a team environment. Experience with strategic planning and board development preferred.
Benefits
The Community Foundation is committed to pay equity and provides a comprehensive compensation package which includes annual salary and benefits benchmarking. Salary range will be shared with candidates prior to the interview process, or upon inquiry.
About the Company
For over 50 years, the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines has improved quality of life for all by promoting charitable giving, connecting donors with causes they care about and providing leadership on important community issues. We’re simply better together.
Travel Required
Approximately 30% of the time is spent traveling in-state; must have the ability to attend evening meetings.
Resume Required
Yes
Contact Person
Chelsy Foy