Development Advisor

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’s Development & External Affairs team is looking for a highly organized, detailed oriented Development Advisor to support our individual fundraising efforts. This role is ideal for someone with foundational fundraising experience and a keen interest in advancing moderate democratic politics and policy. This position plays a key role in managing individual donor prospecting, coordinating development-related programming, conducting donor research, and ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting.

If you love to dive deep on understanding donors, care about combatting extremism in our politics, and want to make a positive impact on the donor experience at Third Way…this is the job for you!

• Conducting prospect research, outreach, and follow-up tracking;
• Coordinating internal and external logistics for all development activity related to individual giving;
• Proactively advancing all individual fundraising tasks and tracking progress to ensure objectives are achieved;
• Recording and processing all invoicing and reporting requirements for donations;
• Maintaining relationship management tracking in Salesforce and assist with wealth screening tools;
• Drafting acknowledgements to donors and providing receipts and/or compliance documents;
• Preparing briefing materials for meetings with donors and prospects;
• Helping to plan and execute fundraising events;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

$65,000 - $70,000, 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.

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

• 2-3 years of experience in a fundraising, development, or related role
• A strong interest in fundraising, donor research, and relationship management
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
• Comfort working with databases, spreadsheets, and donor management systems;
• A desire to contribute towards Third Way’s mission of fighting right‑wing extremism and championing moderate Democratic ideas;
• A familiarity with national politics and the intricacies of the Democratic Party;
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally;
• The Comfort interacting with senior leadership, donors, and external stakeholders while delivering a high level of customer service;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize competing deadlines;
• A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and pride in your work;
• A curiosity, adaptability, and desire for ongoing professional development;
• The ability to handle sensitive donor data with discretion and care;
• A team-oriented mindset with a desire to contribute to shared goals;
• An interest in wanting to make a difference and an imprint as Third Way’s newest Development Advisor.

• Self-starters
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  People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
• Collaborators
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  People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
• Creators
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  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…