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Since our founding in 2005, we have served as a critical bulwark against political extremism by advancing values-driven, reform-oriented solutions on the defining issues of our time. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, security, and democratic capitalism, and we advocate for the vital center across seven major areas: climate and energy, economy, education, health care, national security, politics, and social policy.\nThird Way is seeking a Philanthropy Manager to partner with the Senior Director of Philanthropy and Philanthropy Associate to maintain and grow a portfolio of aligned and engaged donors for the Climate & Energy program, in support of it’s policy and communications initiatives.\nAs the Philanthropy Manager, a typical day might include…\nProposal and Report Development\nDrafting compelling proposals, grant applications, and pitch materials that clearly articulate the organization’s mission and impact.\n\nDrafting and/or reviewing high-quality donor reports and updates to communicate outcomes and impact of funded projects\n\nDonor Communications and Materials\nCreating and overseeing the production of donor-facing materials, including impact reports.\n\nEnsuring consistency of messaging and branding across all donor communications\n\nDonor Portfolio Management\nMaintaining and growing a dynamic major gifts portfolio of individual and institutional donors.\n\nDeveloping and executing tailored stewardship plans to deepen relationships and maximize potential.\n\nTracking donor interactions, pledges, renewals, and ensure timely follow-up and recognition.\n\nProspect Identification and Cultivation\nProactively identifying new funding prospects through research, network cultivation, and partnership opportunities.\n\nDeveloping and implementing cultivation strategies to convert prospects into active donors.\n\nCollaborating with program and senior leadership to align funding opportunities with donor interests.\n\nDonor Engagement and Events\nPlanning and executing donor cultivation and stewardship events.\n\nCoordinating logistics, develop invitations and materials, and ensure follow-up communications with attendees;\n\nRepresenting the organization at relevant conferences and donor networking opportunities.\n\n------------------------------------------\nSalary Range: $90,000 - $110,000, annually \nAt Third Way, we are committed to non-discrimination and fair pay practices. The final starting salary offer will be determined based on your experience and qualifications.\nRequirements\nCompetencies:\nWritten Communication\n\nProblem Solving\n\nCritical Thinking\n\nInterpersonal skills\n\nAnalytical & Research Skills\n\nKnowledge Management\n\nAccountability for Self\n\nRespectfulness\n\nThis might be the job for you, if you have…\nA minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, grants management, donor engagement, or related fields;\n\nDemonstrated ability to write clearly on complex topics for an audience of non-experts;\n\nInterest in working in a successful major gift fundraising program;\n\nAn undergraduate degree in a relevant field plus exceptionally relevant work experience.\n\nAn understanding of federal climate and clean energy policy, and a desire to help address climate change;\n\nIn the Third Way Culture, we are looking for:\nSelf-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.\n\nCollaborators: People who work in teams-sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing our shared priorities.\n\nCreators: People who foster divergent thinking; who aren’t afraid to take on the orthodoxies of the left or the right. Team members come up with original insights, find unique ways to look at data, and challenge their preconceptions.\n\nResults-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.\n\nRespectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.\n\nWITHIN 1 MONTH, YOU'LL...\nParticipate in Third Way’s comprehensive onboarding program. You’ll learn about all aspects of Business Operations, which includes HR, Benefits, IT, Finance, and office operations.\n\nMeet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.\n\nLearn our current processes for payroll, compliance, and labor tracking, and how you will partner with Finance and the rest of the Business Operations team on these processes.\n\nParticipate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager to ensure you fully understand the expectations of the job.\n\nAttend weekly team meetings. You’ll learn about the key goals of each program, how they’re doing, what challenges they face, and how you will contribute.\n\nHave familiarity with Climate & Energy program, its five Initiatives as well as its communications and executive teams.\n\nHave familiarity with Climate & Energy institutional and individual donors.\n\nTraining for technology: Salesforce and Monday.com\n\nWITHIN 2 MONTHS, YOU'LL...\nGain an understanding of each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.\n\nAttend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.\n\nSit in on a riveting story about Third Way’s history with one of the original founders of Third Way. You will learn about our successes, as well as our failures. This will also afore you the opportunity to learn about future direction.\n\nHave familiarity with all active donor prospects.\n\nBegin attending Initiative meetings.\n\nUnderstand the process and participate in developing a donor report/proposal\n\nGain understanding each current donor’s history with the program; review all past proposals and reports, etc.\n\nWITHIN 3 MONTHS, YOU'LL…\nFeel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.\n\nContinue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goal.\n\nBring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.\n\nAttend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.\n\nComplete your 90-day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.\n\nPartner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.\n\nParticipate in current donor/prospect meetings with Senior Director and VP as needed.\n\nLead grant report, proposal or other donor-facing materials drafting.\n\nTake ownership of the Climate & Energy Program philanthropy calendar.\n\n------------------------------------------\nIn addition to competitive salaries, your health and wellness is our priority. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; Health Reimbursement Account (HRA); and Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Parking, and Transit); Life Insurance; Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance; Retirement plan; Accrued Paid Sick and Vacation leave; Long-term Disability, Employee Assistant Program (EAP).\nThird Way offers a hybrid work environment to support our employees’ healthy work-life balance. This position is based in Washington, DC, and Third Way’s in-office days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.\nThird Way is an equal-opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws.\nThird Way does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. 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