Date Posted:
April 30, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Communications
Office/Company:
The Max Foundation
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05656
Reports To:
Location:
Seattle, WA
Contact:
Salary:
$115,291 – $138,349 USD
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Director of Communications will report to the VP of Communications and will be accountable for creating and implementing operational plans for all facets of our global health communications strategy to support our organizational mission to accelerate health equity.- Creates and directs implementation of communications initiatives that successfully define and promote the foundation and its mission.- Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s or relevant certification preferred.
Responsibilities:
• - Leads and coordinates internal and external resources to implement communications initiatives.
• - Manages freelance/agency resources and/or writes newsletters, brochures, press releases, and other communications and media materials.
• - Oversees the foundation website and social media strategy including audience targeting, content strategy, and search engine optimization.
• - Engages with media, external partners, physician experts, and other important stakeholders to educate, influence, and drive interest in the organization’s mission.
• - Performs complex and strategically critical assignments in their functional area such as issue management guidance and communications counsel for leadership.
• - Makes decisions that impact the organization at large; consults with executives on all high‑risk/high‑impact decisions.
Qualifications:
• - 10+ years of professional experience in global health communications required; nonprofit and/or experience across multiple healthcare sectors including pharmaceuticals and diagnostics a plus.
• - Experience managing campaigns and initiatives with earned media, social media, and collateral elements.
• - Quick learner with a proven ability to adapt in all environments.
• - Advanced project management skills and ability to navigate a fast‑paced environment with a solid track record of following through on commitments.
• - Agile thinker with excellent analytical skills and proven ability to make thoughtful and critical decisions.
• - Experience working in a global and multicultural capacity across time zones and among diverse teams.
Instructions:
Visit our website at [https://themaxfoundation.org/careers/](https://themaxfoundation.org/careers/) to apply. Please include résumé and cover letter.
Other:
Equal opportunity employer.
