Work from home: Des Moines Development Coordinator Job at Women Lead Change, Des Moines, IA

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  • Women Lead Change
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Position Title: Development Coordinator (Des Moines)

Location: Des Moines, Iowa (Work From Home Environment) *MUST BE LOCATED IN DES MOINES, IOWA

Reports to: Director of Operations

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (negotiable for the right candidate)

Position Summary

Women Lead Change (WLC) is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Development Coordinator to lead fundraising and development efforts in the Des Moines region. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for corporate sponsors, local partners, and key stakeholders, working alongside a passionate team to deliver high-impact leadership programming.

We offer a highly flexible, work from home environment that requires a proactive, driven, and results-oriented individual. The ideal candidate thrives in relationship-building, understands how to secure and grow sponsorships, and brings strong initiative to their work every day.

Key Responsibilities

Sponsor & Fundraising Management

  • Cultivate, manage, and grow corporate sponsorships and community partnerships in the Des Moines region.
  • Achieve annual sponsorship goals in collaboration with the WLC Team.
  • Strategically identify and engage new funding opportunities and potential partners.

Program & Event Oversight

  • Collaborate with regional committees, staff, and volunteers to oversee Des Moines-based programming including events, workshops, Women Connect, and regional conferences.
  • Partner with the WLC team to plan and execute local events (luncheons, socials, workshops, etc.)

Community Engagement & Leadership

  • Serve as a visible and engaged WLC brand ambassador in the Des Moines area, alongside the WLC staff.
  • Act as the primary liaison to the regional committees, fostering strong relationships and ensuring meaningful involvement.
  • Identify and engage new volunteers and leaders to grow WLC’s impact in the community.

Team Culture & Operations

  • Promote a collaborative, innovative, and supportive team culture.
  • Comply with WLC policies and procedures and fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Proven success in fundraising, sales, corporate sponsorship, or business development roles.
  • Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills .
  • Familiarity with and passion for the Des Moines community .
  • Strong organization, follow-through, and self-management skills.
  • Strong understanding of WLC brand.

Additional Requirements

  • Must attend regional conferences and major WLC events (including setup and day-of participation at each regional conference).

Work Environment & Culture

WLC offers a flexible, trust-based work culture where results matter more than hours clocked.

  • Monday–Friday schedules (office-based or remote) are flexible and determined in partnership with your direct supervisor.
  • WLC empowers each team member to manage their time and responsibilities in a way that enables both personal and professional success .

Why This Role Matters

This is a role for someone who:

  • Loves Des Moines and wants to build lasting relationships in the community.
  • Is eager to grow sponsorships and partnerships that support women leaders.
  • Thrives in a mission-driven, fast-paced , and highly collaborative environment.
  • Wants to work hard, have fun, and make an impact.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and the agreed-upon work schedule (part-time or full-time).

*Though the position is fully work from home, must live and be in the Des Moines, Iowa region for this position.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Local area, Remote job, Monday to Friday,

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