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Community Impact Programs Manager

Community Impact Programs Manager

FosterAdopt ConnectIndependence, MO, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $45,000 - 55,000 / year

Manager of Community Impact

Job Category : Development / Client Assistance

Job Status : Full Time

Reports to :

Sr. Director of Major Giving and Community Impact Programs

AboutFosterAdopt Connect :

FosterAdopt Connect (FAC) works with children, youth, and families as they navigate the complexities of the child welfare system. With the help of innovative leadership, we are a dedicated, professional staff with a history of over 20 years of experience working in the Kansas and Missouri foster care systems. Be part of a progressive, diverse and inclusive organization that connects children with families that provide a safe, stable environment for foster and adoptive children. Join us in changing the lives of foster children, one child and one family at a time.

Job Summary :

The Manager of Community Impact and Volunteer Programs plays a vital role in connecting the community to FosterAdopt

Connects mission. This position is responsible for creating meaningful volunteer experiences, leading community drives, and supporting special initiatives that provide critical resources to children and families impacted by foster care.

Responsibilities :

  • Design, coordinate, and manage volunteer recruitment and onboarding and activities for individuals and groups across the Kansas City metro area, ensuring a positive and impactful experience.
  • Liaise with branch leadership on volunteer onboarding, opportunities and experience.
  • Lead the planning, promotion, and execution of annual donation drives and distribution events, including Back 2 School, Sock & Undie, and seasonal hygiene / food collections.
  • Partner with the Senior Director of Major Giving and Community Impact to coordinate the Give Joy holiday program.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners, businesses, and civic groups to increase engagement and donations of in-kind items.
  • Manage in-kind donation tracking, donor recognition and stewardship.
  • Work closely with staff and leadership to align community engagement activities with organizational priorities and client needs.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

  • Flexible, organized and self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented while meeting all deadlines.
  • Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills that consistently respect children, adults, and their families.
  • Demonstrates the capability to learn and to practice teamwork; patient and compassionate.
  • Understands and respects the necessity for confidentiality.
  • Positive and calm presence in all situations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commute to meetings within surrounding counties.
  • Outstanding organizational and planning skills.
  • Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for foster and adoptive families.
  • Experience working with marginalized communities with a nuanced understanding of systemic oppressions.

    • Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including :
  • Highly-competitive health plan.
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with generous employer contribution.
  • Life insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to employee.
  • Voluntary life and short-term disability options available.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match.
  • Flexible Spending Account with medical expense and dependent care options.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.

    • FosterAdopt Connect does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its programs or services. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and members.

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