Senior Director of Business Development & Growth

Job Details Level : Senior Job Location : Georgetown Yards - 15 - Seattle, WA 98134 Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift : Day 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 The Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation plays a critical role in advancing Lifelong’s mission by identifying, shaping, and advancing strategic initiatives that strengthen the organization’s long‑term sustainability and impact. This role focuses on program expansion and development, diversifying revenue streams, and advancing innovative approaches to service delivery and organizational growth in close partnership with executive and program leadership. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation works closely with the Executive Leadership Team to identify, assess, design, and deliver growth, including new revenue‑generating partnerships and services, as well as the expansion of existing core programs and geographic operations. This position is responsible for early‑stage initiative design, feasibility analysis, and strategic alignment to ensure new ideas are well‑positioned for successful implementation. The Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation serves as a strategic partner to senior agency and program leadership, providing analysis, recommendations, and cross‑departmental coordination to support informed decision‑making and long‑term organizational success. This regular, full‑time, exempt, non‑union role is based in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle, with onsite presence required at least three days per week (Tuesday – Thursday). Qualifications Essential Duties Strategic Leadership & Opportunity Development Identify, evaluate, design, and deliver strategic growth opportunities to expand existing programs and develop new programs aligned with Lifelong’s mission and long‑term goals. Lead exploration of innovative service models, partnerships, pilots, and funding strategies that support organizational growth and sustainability. Analyze funding priorities, community needs, and policy or system changes to inform strategic direction and opportunity selection. Initiative Design & Feasibility Translate strategic opportunities into clearly defined initiatives, including program concepts, scope, goals, potential partners, and anticipated outcomes. Assess feasibility, organizational readiness, and resource implications for proposed initiatives, including staffing, operational capacity, and financial sustainability. Prepare executive‑level briefs, recommendations, pitches, and decision materials for review by the Chief of Staff, CEO, and Executive Leadership Team. Cross‑Agency Collaboration Partner with the Executive Leadership Team and other program leaders to brainstorm, refine, and advance strategic initiatives. Coordinate cross‑functional input to ensure alignment across programs, operations, external relations, and finance. Facilitate structured conversations and working groups to move ideas from concept to approval. Partnerships & Strategic Growth Identify and assess opportunities for strategic partnerships, collaborations, and other growth opportunities that strengthen Lifelong’s impact. Support early‑stage due diligence and readiness work for complex initiatives, including partnerships or potential mergers or acquisitions. Represent Lifelong in strategic discussions with external partners as appropriate. Implementation Preparation & Oversight Support the transition of approved initiatives to Project Management and program teams for implementation. Serve as a strategic sponsor for initiatives as they move into execution, providing guidance, alignment, and problem‑solving support. Establish metrics and indicators to evaluate initiative performance and inform continuous improvement. Core Competencies Strategic thinking with the ability to translate ideas into actionable initiatives Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex, ambiguous work Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong relationship‑building and collaboration skills across teams and stakeholders Comfort operating at both big‑picture and detailed levels Commitment to Lifelong’s mission, equity values, and community‑centered approach Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, public health, nonprofit management, strategy, or a related field, or a combination of related education and work experience. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in strategy, innovation, business development, program leadership, consulting, or a related field. Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives from concept through approval or launch. Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, social services, or public sector environments strongly preferred. Proven ability to assess opportunities, develop business cases or initiative frameworks, and support executive decision making. Experience working closely with senior leadership and external partners. Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment and requires extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting of up to 20 pounds may be required to support office or event needs. The role may also involve occasional attendance at events or activities that take place outside of normal office settings or standard business hours. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. Some programs may require additional background checks or frequency. 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 anyway. 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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