Employment Opportunities at National Headquarters
Positions listed here are open at The Salvation Army's National Headquarters in Alexandria, VA only. You can also view other opportunities across the country.
Director of Fund Development
The Director of Fund Development provides senior-level fundraising leadership within the National Community Relations and Development (NCRD) Department at The Salvation Army National Headquarters (NHQ) in Alexandria, Virginia, with a primary focus on The Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO). The role leads SAWSO’s domestic fundraising strategy, builds and manages a portfolio of SAWSO donors, and coordinates national campaigns, donor communications, and reporting. Serving as the key liaison between NCRD, SAWSO, Finance, and Communications, the Director also oversees donor and gift data in SAWSO’s Salesforce CRM and prepares briefings and reports for leadership. The remaining part of the role supports other domestic fundraising initiatives and national projects, and the position is on-site.
Learn More / Apply NowTechnical Advisor – International Business & Economic Development
The Technical Advisor works within The Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO) to help Salvation Army partners around the world identify, test, develop, and launch entrepreneurial business initiatives that generate new local income to support their community mission. The role coaches partners through market research, business planning, prototyping, and implementation, and manages an international portfolio of business development projects from design through ongoing monitoring and investment tracking. Within the larger team, this position is responsible for establishing and scaling profitable small-scale commercial agriculture initiatives, beginning in The Salvation Army’s Africa Zone. This hybrid role is based in Alexandria, Virginia, with an estimated 15–20% travel.
Learn More / Apply NowAdministrative Specialist - Strategic Initiatives
The Administrative Specialist provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Strategic Initiatives Department at The Salvation Army National Headquarters (NHQ) in Alexandria, Virginia. This position supports department leadership and staff through effective coordination, communication, and organization, while handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
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