Digital Media Advisor

As part of Third Way’s Communications Team, the Digital Media Advisor will work closely with our policy advisors, press team, and leadership to manage the organization’s social media presence and support the major initiatives of our four policy programs. We aim to expand Third Way’s reach online and build connections with leaders in key policy communities to impact political conversations and advance our policy ideas.

This dynamic team is nimble and creative. You will be encouraged to bring your passions and energy to developing interesting, persuasive, and timely digital content in a highly-collaborative setting. Have an idea for a new approach? We love people who can identify a new way to achieve our campaign objectives and then design and execute a plan to make it happen. This is a high-impact role ideally suited for someone who is politically savvy, interested in digital trends, has a sense of humor, and has excellent judgment.

As the Digital Media Advisor, a typical day might include…

• Putting together a social media plan for a major report about to be released and identifying and drafting salient data points, analyses, and other pieces of evidence that would interest our audience on social media.
• Drafting content to share insights from a new op-ed on our social media channels.
• Collaborating with our policy advisors to host a Facebook Live explaining a climate policy that ties into the news of the day.
• Preparing digital content and coordinating with vendors to livestream an upcoming event.
• Reviewing and preparing materials for a paid advertising campaign.
• Monitoring important digital conversations related to our policy campaigns and flagging important interactions for our team.
• Preparing a report on the social media analytics surrounding a recent event to share with our policy team to measure the impact on the policy conversation.
• Collaborate with teams to record and edit short video explainers for products and/or social.
• Storyboarding and preparing a video explainer with a senior policy advisor highlighting an important electoral insight for the Democratic Party.

Requirements

This might be the job for you, if you…

• Have a degree in Communications, Marketing or related field.
• Have 2-5 years of experience in digital communications engaging with policymakers and influencers.
• Are passionate about building a progressive message and agenda that can appeal to swing voters to grow and maintain governing majorities.
• Avid consumer of political news and current events.
• Are current on best practices in digital engagement and have a sharp eye for opportunities to impact conversations and leverage important moments.
• Are curious and eager for professional development.
• Think on your feet and are able to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally.
• Have excellent judgment and a knowledge of the progressive political environment.
• Want to make a difference as Third Way’s newest Digital Media Advisor.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for…

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
• Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators: People who foster divergent thinking; that 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.
• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and fosters the values of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness at all times.

Within 1 month, you'll...

• Participate in Third Way’s comprehensive onboarding program. You’ll learn about all aspects of Business Operations, which includes benefits, IT, finance, and office operations.
• Meet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.
• Learn 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.
• Attend your departmental daily meetings. You’ll learn about the key goals of your program, how they’re doing, what challenges they face, and how you will contribute.
• Share coffee with the team and learn about the history and growth of Third Way.
• Join the communications team in developing creative digital ideas and products to support our top campaigns.
• Participate in messaging conversations and briefings with your supervisor about Third Way’s priorities, ongoing campaigns, and our work in the political and policy space.
• Prepare regular reports on platform analytics.
• Partner with communications staff to draft and post content on organizational channels.

Within 2 months, you'll...

• Gain an understanding each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.
• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.
• Sit 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 give you the opportunity to learn about future direction.
• Participate in at least one internal Professional Development trainings.
• Learn and experience TW’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace.
• Take over primary management of Third Way’s social media channels.
• Live tweet an event with Members of Congress and political leaders.

Within 3 months, you'll...

• Feel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.
• Continue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goals.
• Bring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.
• Attend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.
• Complete your 90 day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.
• Partner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.
• Spearhead a social media strategy around the release of a major report and poll, partnering with other members of the communications team and our policy and political analysts to prepare content to elevate important findings and data.
• Develop a content strategy to increase the engagement and reach of Third Way’s digital media accounts.

Third Way is committed to the health, safety and wellness of all employees, candidates, stakeholders, and communities. In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 full vaccination. Proof of full vaccination status will be required after an offer of employment is extended and accepted. Failure to provide proof of full vaccination prior to the start date will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Third Way offers a flexible, hybrid work environment to support our employees’ healthy work\life balance.

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. 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.

The Climate and Energy Program (CEP) at Third Way works to develop and galvanize support for deploying every technology needed to make energy affordable, reliable, secure, and clean.

Leading a talented team of communication staffers, the Director of Communications for Third Way’s Climate and Energy Program will build and implement the program’s communication strategy to advance an ambitious clean energy policy agenda and narrative in the United States. This position will oversee all earned, social, and paid media efforts, lead public opinion research, and manage the production and publication of position papers and research. The Director of Communications is responsible for shaping CEP messaging and ensuring all published products are strategic, message-aligned, and effective.

This position also partners closely with the Senior Vice President for Climate and Energy, Vice President for Policy, and the Senior Director for Philanthropy on program strategy, staffing, and program management.

We are looking for a talented communicator and manager with a passion for finding new and creative ways to stand out in a crowded media ecosystem. Some familiarity with the energy sector, climate mitigation, and US politics is preferred.

As the Director of Communications (CEP), a typical day might include…

• Crafting strong messaging designed to increase the popularity of clean energy technologies with key stakeholders, especially working class, rural, and other diverse communities;
• Developing and managing a quarterly and annual communications strategy and content calendar for the design, execution, and release of high-impact products, public opinion polling, earned and social media outreach, and other public-facing content that advances CEP’s goals.
• Educating internal and external stakeholders, including national and statewide campaigns, NGO and labor union partners, policymakers, and institutional and individual philanthropy, on Third Way messaging;
• Marketing our ideas to the traditional media outlets, podcasts, and emerging media voices, including on highly sensitive issues with complex political cross pressures;
• Leading, coaching, and developing the CEP communications team, including shepherding products from start to finish, reviewing and refining drafts, and ensuring consistent messaging across our work;
• Spearheading strategic partnerships to advance our goals and managing relationships with the media and complex networks of partners on and off the Hill;
• Overseeing special projects that communicate our policy objectives in new and creative ways, including measuring and communicating our impact to key audiences, creation of interactive maps and microsites, spearheading state-level communications efforts to test messaging on the ground, and researching and writing long-form research projects on effective communication in the energy space;
• Developing and managing the CEP communications budget, including paid media, polling, consultants, vendors, and special communications initiatives.

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Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000, annually

At 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.

Job Requirements

Competencies:

• Written Communication
• Creativity
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Team management
• Political awareness
• Budgeting
• Strategic Agility
• Accountability for Self and Others
• Respectfulness

This might be the job for you, if you have…

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible communications, public affairs, media, or advocacy experience, including experience developing strategy and managing staff;
• Strong relationships with national and trade press and a passion for advocating for a technology-inclusive approach to the clean energy transition;
• Excellent written and verbal ability, with a knack for editing and synthesizing complex ideas;
• A creative approach to marketing and drawing attention to our work despite a crowded and fractured media environment;
• A demonstrated ability to understand complex political and media environments, and deploy an array of tools, including public opinion research, social media, and earned media outreach, to advance our messages and policies in the press, with advocates, on the Hill and in the Administration;
• A compassionate, attentive, and thoughtful managerial style and strong ability to work collaboratively;
• A graduate degree or an undergraduate degree in a relevant field plus exceptionally relevant work experience.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for:

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
•  Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators: People who fosters divergent thinking; that 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.
• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.

WITHIN 1 MONTH, YOU'LL...

• Participate 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.
• Meet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.
• Learn 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.
• Participate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager to ensure you fully understand the expectations of the job.
• Attend weekly team meetings. You’ll learn about the key goals of each member of your program, their progress toward these goals, what challenges they face, and how you will contribute.
• Develop an understanding of Third Way's unique approach to the energy sector and the politics of the climate and energy movement.

WITHIN 2 MONTHS, YOU'LL...

• Gain an understanding of each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.
• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.
• Incorporate TW’s Style Guide and Production process into your work products.
• Participate in, at least, one of our internal Professional Development trainings or a Center for Fun activity.
• Begin to oversee and execute rollout strategies for Climate and Energy Program research and analysis.

WITHIN 3 MONTHS, YOU'LL…

• Feel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.
• Continue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goal.
• Bring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.
• Attend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.
• Complete your 90-day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.
• Partner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.
• Spearhead creative communications projects, including creating talking points on news-of-the-day for policymakers, developing data visualization methods to compliment policy memos, and devising new ways to elevate our POV on social media.

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In 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).

Third 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.

Third 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.

Third Way does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. 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.

Third Way is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Advisor to partner with the Senior Director of Philanthropy and Philanthropy Advisor 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.

As the Senior Philanthropy Advisor, a typical day might include…

• Donor Portfolio Management
  • Maintaining and growing a dynamic major gifts portfolio of individual and institutional donors.
  • Developing and executing tailored stewardship plans to deepen relationships and maximize potential.
  • Tracking donor interactions, pledges, renewals, and ensure timely follow-up and recognition.
• Prospect Identification and Cultivation
  • Proactively identifying new funding prospects through research, network cultivation, and partnership opportunities.
  • Developing and implementing cultivation strategies to convert prospects into active donors.
  • Collaborating with program and senior leadership to align funding opportunities with donor interests.
• Proposal and Report Development
  • Drafting compelling proposals, grant applications, and pitch materials that clearly articulate the organization’s mission and impact.
  • Drafting and/or reviewing high-quality donor reports and updates to communicate outcomes and impact of funded projects.
• Donor Communications and Materials
  • Creating and overseeing the production of donor-facing materials, including impact reports.
  • Ensuring consistency of messaging and branding across all donor communications.
• Donor Engagement and Events
  • Planning and executing donor cultivation and stewardship events.
  • Coordinating logistics, develop invitations and materials, and ensure follow-up communications with attendees.
  • Representing the organization at relevant conferences and donor networking opportunities.
• Intern Management
  • Supervising and mentoring development interns, providing guidance on projects and professional growth.
  • Overseeing intern recruitment, onboarding, and intern development and support.
  • Fostering a collaborative and supportive team culture within the development department.

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Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000, annually

At 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.

Job Requirements

Competencies:

• Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical & Research Skills
• Knowledge Management
• Accountability for Self
• Respectfulness

This might be the job for you, if you have…

• A basic understanding of federal climate and clean energy policy, and a desire to help address climate change;
• A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in fundraising, donor portfolio management, donor engagement, or related fields;
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly on complex topics for an audience of non-experts;
• Interest in working in a successful major gift fundraising program;
• A graduate degree or an undergraduate degree in a relevant field plus exceptionally relevant work experience.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for:

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
•  Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators: People who foster divergent thinking; that 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.
• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.

WITHIN 1 MONTH, YOU'LL...

• Participate 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.
• Meet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.
• Learn 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.
• Participate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager to ensure you fully understand the expectations of the job.
• Attend 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.
• Have familiarity with Climate & Energy program, its five Initiatives as well as its communications and executive teams.
• Have familiarity with Climate & Energy institutional and individual donors.
• Training for technology: Salesforce and Monday.com

WITHIN 2 MONTHS, YOU'LL...

• Gain an understanding of each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.
• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.
• Sit 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.
• Have familiarity with all active donor prospects.
• Begin attending Initiative meetings.
• Understand the process and participate in developing a donor report/proposal
• Gain understanding each current donor’s history with the program; review all past proposals and reports, etc.

WITHIN 3 MONTHS, YOU'LL…

• Feel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.
• Continue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goal.
• Bring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.
• Attend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.
• Complete your 90-day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.
• Partner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.
• Participate in current donor/prospect meetings with Senior Director and VP as needed.
• Lead grant report, proposal or other donor-facing materials drafting.
• Take ownership of the Climate & Energy Program philanthropy calendar.

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In 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).

Third 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.

Third 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.

Third Way does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. 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.

Third Way is seeking a Press Advisor to elevate and expand the reach of Third Way’s research, products, experts, and voice in national and key state outlets. This person will conduct initial outreach to—and maintain Third Way relationships with—reporters, columnists, and editorial boards at leading publications. The aim is to maximize the impact of key Third Way products and experts in the media.

The Press Advisor reports to the Vice President of Communications. Knowledge of policy and politics are important, but determination and enthusiasm to secure media coverage is a must. We are looking for a motivated self-starter who is an avid consumer of political news, has a background working in a press role, and is interested in gaining experience.

As the Press Advisor, a typical day might include…

• Crafting and implementing rollout strategies to market Third Way’s products, polling, and data to the press and influencers to expand the reach of Third Way’s ideas and staff;
• Identifying key story lines and narratives in the news where Third Way can contribute and shape elite conversations;
• Maintaining and building Third Way’s press relationships, tracking the Vice President of Communications’ and Executive Vice President for Public Affairs’ press relationships; and identifying opportunities to expand our outreach;
• Working to build new relationships with relevant reporters, columnists, radio shows, podcasts, etc;
• Maintaining comprehensive press lists, managing media inquiries, identifying media opportunities, and tracking coverage of Third Way’s mentions in the news;
• Working with other members of Third Way’s communications teams and policy staff to develop creative and sticky pitches/campaigns that are relevant and timely;
• Working with a TV booker and consultants on pitches, talking points, and other projects;  
• Overseeing end-to-end logistical and media preparation for press events, including day-of reporter wrangling;
• Communicating with and booking guests including elected officials, political commentators, advocates, and community leaders on What It Takes with Sarah McCammon, including coordinating interview logistics, and scheduling pre-interview conversations;
• Analyzing and presenting monthly media coverage to assess best practices;
• Participating in larger strategy conversations about Third Way messaging and involvement surrounding sticky political issues, key races, 2028 efforts, and other news;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

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Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000, annually

At 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.

Job Requirements

Competencies:

• Critical thinking
• Political awareness
• Written communication
• Strategic thinking
• Storytelling
• Creativity
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge management
• Analytical and research skill
• Accountability for self

This might be the job for you, if you…

• Have an interest in communications work and a passion for working in national politics;
• Can identify relevant opportunities for outreach and develop smart pitches and tailored press materials to shape the media conversation;
• Can conceive of and create memorable and unique pitches to communicate our ideas to reporters and others outside the organization;
• Have a capacity for relationship building and exercising diplomacy and professionalism when communicating with press, external stakeholders, and staff;
• Are passionate about building a robust center-left and want to contribute towards Third Way’s mission;
• Are curious and eager for professional development;
• Think on your feet and adapt to changes effortlessly;
• Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally;
• Have and undergraduate degree in a related field or relevant work experience; and,
• Want to make a difference and an imprint as Third Way’s newest Press Advisor.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for:

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
• Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators: People who foster divergent thinking; that 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.
• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.

WITHIN 1 MONTH, YOU'LL...

• Participate 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.
• Meet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.
• Learn 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.
• Participate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager to ensure you fully understand the expectations of the job.
• Attend 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.
• Track Third Way’s press pitches, update our reporter database, and monitor our press hits and key stories of interest.
• Meet with leaders of our political and policy teams to get familiar with key initiatives, messages, polls, and upcoming products.
• Share coffee with the COO and learn about the history and growth of Third Way.

WITHIN 2 MONTHS, YOU'LL...

• Gain an understanding of each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.
• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.
• Sit 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.
• Incorporate TW’s Style Guide and Production process into your work products.
• Participate in, at least, one of our internal Professional Development training, Center for Fun, or Health and Wellness activity.
• Schedule 1-3 reporter coffees with a senior member of the Communications or executive team.
• Work with our TV booker to flag opportunities to pitch with key messages.
• Learn and experience TW’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace.

WITHIN 3 MONTHS, YOU'LL…

• Feel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.
• Continue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goal.
• Bring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.
• Attend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.
• Complete your 90-day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.
• Partner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.

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In 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).

Third 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.

Third 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.

Third Way does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. 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.

The Director, Industrial Strategy for Third Way’s Climate and Energy Program (CEP) will lead the organization’s work to shape and advance modern American industrial strategy focused on strengthening U.S. clean energy leadership and economic competitiveness, manufacturing capabilities, supply chain resilience, and strategic trade relationships. Reporting to the Vice President for Climate and Energy, the Director will develop and execute policy, political, and advocacy strategies that position the United States to lead in the manufacturing, deployment, and export of critical energy technologies. The Director will also play a central role in setting program-wide priorities, overseeing the execution of multiple cross-cutting initiatives, supporting organizational operations, and helping position Third Way as a leading voice on American clean energy industrial strategy and competitiveness. Excellent management and verbal and written communications are a must for this position.

As the Director, Industrial Strategy, a typical day might include…

• Leading and overseeing CEP’s industrial strategy portfolio, ensuring alignment across initiatives with CEP priorities, theory of change, and organizational strategy;
• Developing, vetting, and promoting a centrist approach to setting pragmatic and politically-durable industrial strategy focused on strengthening U.S. competitiveness in clean energy;
• Monitoring emerging political, economic, technological, and geopolitical trends affecting U.S. competitiveness and industrial strategy;
• Anticipating inflection points in relevant policy conversations and develop rapid-response advocacy strategies to influence legislative, regulatory, and political debates;
• Managing and supporting Deputy Directors leading CEP’s Manufacturing and Exports & Trade Initiatives and supervising other policy staff as needed;
• Providing direction to teammates in advancing policy solutions related to domestic manufacturing, industrial capacity, critical mineral supply chains, energy infrastructure deployment, strategic trade policy, and the promotion of US nuclear energy technologies;
• Developing policy recommendations addressing tariffs, trade agreements, export controls, industrial incentives, domestic content requirements, procurement policy, and strategic supply chains;
• Overseeing and contributing to high-impact reports, policy memos, op-eds, briefing materials, testimony, digital products, and strategic communications;
• Engaging directly with federal policymakers, regulatory agencies, candidates for elected office, state officials, industry leaders, investors, advocacy groups, international stakeholders, and other external groups on industrial policy priorities;
• Directing staff and experts in research and engagement activities with allied governments and international institutions to identify opportunities for U.S. clean energy exports and other partnerships that support American economic and national security interests;
• Working closely with CEP leadership to establish strategic priorities, operational goals, and long-term program development plans;
• Overseeing initiative budgets and resource allocation in coordination with program leadership and development staff.
• Mentoring and developing staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and mission-driven team culture;
• Supporting fundraising and donor engagement efforts, including participating in donor meetings, preparing briefing materials, and helping develop funding strategies, proposals, and reports;
• Traveling domestically and internationally as necessary to support stakeholder engagement, coalition-building, research, and advocacy efforts;
• Other duties as assigned.

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Salary Range: $145,000 - $175,000, annually

At 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.

Job Requirements

Competencies:

• Strategic Communication
• Coaching
• Motivating Others
• Building Relationships
• Creativity / Innovation
• Influencing/Negotiating
• Financial Management
• External Awareness
• Accountability for Self/Others/Program
• Respectfulness

This might be the job for you, if you have…

• At least eight years of policy experience focusing on manufacturing, trade, economic competitiveness, energy security, or other relevant aspects of industrial policy;
• Strong understanding of U.S. economic policy, industrial strategy, supply chains, trade dynamics, and domestic and international clean energy markets;
• Familiarity with federal policymaking processes, including within Congress, executive agencies, and regulatory bodies;
• Experience managing teams of direct reports, initiatives, budgets, consultants, and complex multi-stakeholder projects;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute near-term and long-term strategic policy and advocacy campaigns, using written products, events, coalition-building, direct policymaker engagement, and other means;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience synthesizing complex policy, economic, political, and geopolitical information into actionable and politically-relevant messages;
• Demonstrated political acumen and ability to navigate highly sensitive or politically contentious issues;
• Passion for center-left policymaking and a genuine belief that smart electricity policy is essential to delivering an affordable, reliable, and clean energy future.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for:

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
•  Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators: People who fosters divergent thinking; that 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.
• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.

WITHIN 1 MONTH, YOU'LL...

• Participate 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.
• Meet your Third Way Buddy, be introduced to the entire staff, and start to learn the TW’s culture.
• Learn 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.
• Participate in weekly one-on-ones with your manager to ensure you fully understand the expectations of the job.
• Attend weekly team meetings. You’ll learn about the key goals of each member of your program, their progress toward these goals, what challenges they face, and how you will contribute.
• Develop an understanding of the Climate and Energy Program’s priorities and key objectives of each of CEP’s initiatives.
• Become familiar with the workloads of your direct reports and the work plans guiding CEP’s Exports & Trade Initiative and Manufacturing Initiative.
• Begin engaging with consultants, advisors, and other close partners contributing to relevant initiatives.

WITHIN 2 MONTHS, YOU'LL...

• Gain an understanding of each employee’s role and their contribution to the organization.
• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each team’s contribution to TW’s mission.
• Incorporate TW’s Style Guide and Production process into your work products.
• Participate in, at least, one of our internal Professional Development trainings or a Center for Fun activity.
• Develop an understanding of other initiatives within CEP and in other Third Way programs and identify possible intersections with clean energy industrial strategy efforts.
• Advise team members on the execution of active deliverables and potential updates to the work plans of initiatives under your supervision.

WITHIN 3 MONTHS, YOU'LL…

• Feel a sense of comfort and familiarity with the staff, your team, and your work.
• Continue to attend weekly departmental meetings with a stronger understanding of your team’s strategic goal.
• Bring new ideas and suggestions to your weekly one-on-ones with your manager.
• Attend and participate in external functions with other members of your team.
• Complete your 90-day self-evaluation and performance review with your manager.
• Partner with your manager to establish your long-term goals for the remainder of the year.
• Have developed relationships and regular contact with external partners contributing to CEP objectives.
• Develop an understanding of CEP processes like work planning and budgeting, and be prepared to work with CEP leadership to prepare for development of 2027 work plans.
• Produce an initial set of principles and objectives for Third Way’s clean energy industrial strategy and lead internal discussions to vet and refine these ideas.

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In 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).

Third 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.

Third 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.

Third Way does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.