Senior Associate, Marketing & Communications

Lifelong is a community health organization on a mission to make health and food accessible. We remove barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

We lead with heart. Our respect for people drives our mission. For 40 years, Lifelong has fought health inequities so that everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our comprehensive services include food and nutrition, healthcare navigation, aging and disability support, and connection to housing and other vital resources.

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Chief Marketing & Development Officer, the Senior Associate, Marketing & Communications plays a key role in advancing Lifelong’s brand, voice, mission, and visibility across internal and external audiences. They will partner with cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated marketing, communications, and fundraising campaigns and initiatives that increase philanthropic support, earn event revenue, strengthen market presence, and drive awareness of our mission to make health and food accessible.

This regular, full-time, non-exempt, non-union role is based in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle, with onsite presence required 08:30AM - 5PM Monday - Friday for the duration of the introductory period. Following a successful 90 days of employment, the position may be hybrid-remote with the expectation to be on-site at least three days per week (Tuesday - Thursday).

Responsibilities:

• Manage marketing and communications projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met while coordinating with cross-functional teams and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders
• Write clear, compelling, and donor-centered copy for fundraising appeals, campaigns, and digital channels that inspire action and directly support revenue goals in partnership with the development team
• Manage communications and logistics with corporate volunteer groups to deliver impactful engagement opportunities and showcase their contributions to Lifelong's mission
• Lead content initiatives, partnering with creative, amplifying Lifelong’s brand and mission across audiences, including donors, clients, colleagues, and policymakers
• Build and manage the agency’s social and e-mail calendar to engage current stakeholders and attract prospective supporters
• Partner closely with fundraising/development and special events to develop and execute bold and creative marketing and communications campaigns that support revenue-generating efforts, increase Lifelong’s visibility across target demographics, and position Lifelong at the forefront of the mission to make health and food accessible
• In partnership with creative, support program leadership (case management, food/nutrition, aging & disability services) in the development and production of high-quality marketing materials that highlight their programs
• Collaborate with external agency consultants to drive press coverage to events and highlight initiatives, coordinating incoming media requests, organizing talking points for senior staff, and pitching potential stories to relevant reporters and outlets
• Support internal communications logistics across All-Staff e-mails, Town Halls, and agency-wide events
• Assist with strategic communications plans and campaign development, brand messaging, digital experience, research, and both proactive and reactive media relations
• Support executive communications initiatives across speaking engagements, thought leadership opportunities, media engagement, and internal departmental and agency-wide communications
• Evening and weekend work required; travel as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, or combination of related education and work experience (agency, consumer/CPG, health, or lifestyle experience is preferred)
• Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, interpersonal, and inter-departmental with the ability to present across teams and with senior leadership
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing a cross-functional team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for Lifelong's mission and a commitment to ethical fundraising practices.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous vacation (3 weeks your first year), sick leave, and 2 personal days a year
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance options
• Long term disability
• Mass transit subsidy
• 15 paid holidays per year

Work Environment:

• This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers. The role requires regular interaction with colleagues, leadership, and external stakeholders. The position may involve occasional evening or weekend work to support organizational activities or events, as well as limited travel as needed.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. Some programs may require additional background checks or frequency.

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About Lifelong:

Lifelong is a community health organization committed to removing barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

We lead with heart. Our respect for people drives our mission. For 40 years, Lifelong has fought health inequities so that everyone can have the opportunity to thrive. Our comprehensive services include food and nutrition, healthcare navigation, aging and disability support, and connection to housing and other vital resources.

We are looking for passionate, dedicated people to join our talented team and make real, meaningful changes in the daily lives of those living with chronic and life-threatening illnesses in their community. Lifelong offers exceptional benefits, including paid time off, medical and dental coverage in addition to a balanced work-life integration.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Lifelong, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

EEO Statement:

Lifelong is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of what we do.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and as such, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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