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Finlandia Foundation is growing—and with that growth comes exciting new opportunities. As we expand our programs, partnerships, and presence across the U.S., we are actively building our team and strengthening our foundation. From cultural preservation to innovation in the arts and archives, we are proud to carry our mission forward and invite others to grow with us.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. At this time, we have one job opening available. Please check back regularly for future opportunities, or feel free to connect with us to stay updated on any new positions.
Job Opening: Development Director
Position Description:
FFN is seeking an experienced Development Director to lead and expand our philanthropic initiatives. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role is instrumental in leading a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the FFN’s mission and expand our impact. The Development Director will be a frontline position. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in major gift fundraising, moves management, event planning, planned giving, Board and volunteer management, and annual giving. Additionally, the Development Director will have experience crafting compelling donor communications and marketing materials.
This opportunity is ideal for a strategic and driven fundraising professional who excels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. As part of our rapidly growing national team and organization, you’ll have the opportunity to lead high-visibility, high-impact initiatives that drive meaningful change.
Being a team player is central to the work culture at FFN. The Development Director will be able to take part actively and constructively in a team setting that is in-person as well as in virtual meetings and be a motivated self-starter. Having a good sense of humor and can-do attitude, excellent presentation skills, being able to offer and respond to constructive criticism and differing perspectives, and adhering to timelines are characteristics we seek in a new team member.
Application deadline: February 22, 2026
Anticipated start date: March 2026 or after
Job Opening: Archive Digitization Specialist – APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED
Finlandia Foundation National (FFN) is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Archival Digitization Specialist to join our team and help elevate our extensive Finnish and Finnish-American collection. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with archival experience and a strong interest in digitization, emerging technologies, and making history more accessible to modern audiences. Working closely with the Archivist at the Finnish American Heritage Center and liaising with national staff, the Specialist will help catalogue materials, assess collections, and execute key digitization efforts. The right candidate will be both a team player and an independent problem-solver with a solid understanding of archival best practices and a curiosity for innovations such as AI in the fields of history, archives, or museology. Experience in nonprofit, academic, or community-based archival settings is a plus. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in preserving cultural heritage and shaping how it reaches the public.