Regional Director of Growth & Strategy (Springfield, MO)

Make Your Work Matter Every Day

Are you ready to stop coming to work just to do a job? At FosterAdopt Connect, we're building something bigger than ourselves.

For more than 25 years, we've been leading innovative, family-centered solutions across Kansas and Missouri, helping create brighter futures for children and stronger communities for everyone. We believe meaningful work should also be inspiring work. That's why we've built a culture that is collaborative, supportive, diverse, and mission-driven.

Why Join FosterAdopt Connect?

• Be part of a passionate team committed to finding effective solutions for children and families affected by the child welfare system.  


• Work for an innovative organization that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth.


• Help FosterAdopt Connect build stability, confidence, and hope.

Regional Director of Growth and Strategy

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.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, public affairs, public policy, communications, marketing, human services, nonprofit management, business administration, or related field.


• 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.