Regional Director of Growth & Strategy (Springfield, MO)

FosterAdopt Connect • Springfield, MO

38d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Director of Growth and Strategy advances FosterAdopt Connect’s mission by leading community engagement, strategic partnerships, fundraising, public affairs, and outreach efforts across Missouri and Kansas. Working closely with the Vice President of Growth and Strategy, this role develops and strengthens relationships with donors, businesses, foundations, community organizations, and public officials to support organizational growth, sustainability, and mission impact. This position serves as a key ambassador for the organization through public speaking, networking, legislative engagement, and collaboration with internal teams to increase community awareness, referrals, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, public affairs, public policy, communications, marketing, human services, nonprofit management, business administration, or related field.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within diverse internal and external partners and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively for a variety of audiences.
• Travel required within Missouri and Kansas with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Leading community engagement, strategic partnerships, fundraising, public affairs, and outreach efforts across Missouri and Kansas.
• Developing and strengthening relationships with donors, businesses, foundations, community organizations, and public officials to support organizational growth, sustainability, and mission impact.
• Serving as a key ambassador for the organization through public speaking, networking, legislative engagement, and collaboration with internal teams to increase community awareness, referrals, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director