Executive Coordinator, Development and External Affair

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political 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 securityand 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 looking for an Executive Coordinator to provide support for the Development and External Affairs team on scheduling administrative needs event support research and other duties as assigned. This work will directly advance Third Ways political and policy objectives in the Administration and Congress.

As theExecutive Coordinator for the Development & External Affairs team a typical day might include

• Serving as the primary administrative support for the fundraising events and external affairs functions of the Development & External Affairs team;

• Managing schedules calendars meeting set-up and logistics as well as ensuring appropriate follow-up for senior team members;

• Providing logistical support for events that can include scheduling arranging travel managing check-in onsite drafting invitations tracking RSVPs making catering arrangements drafting event briefings and scouting venues;

• Providing background research in preparation for meetings and events;

• Recording notes from team meetings and distributing relevant to-dos and action items; and

• Maintaining internal records calendars and shared databases.

Salary Range: $50000 - $60000 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.

Competencies:

• Communication

• Problem Solving

• Time Management

• Customer Focus

• Flexibility

• Detail Orientation

• Accountability for Self

• Respectfulness

This might be the job for you if you

• Have a bachelors degree and/or a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in an administrative or similar role;

• Have excellent attention to detail and comfort with multi-tasking;

• Have experience with Salesforce and other databases;

• Possess excellent communication organizational and administrative skills;

• Are able to work under short deadlines and deliver in a fast-paced environment;

• Are able to juggle multiple projects with competing priorities simultaneously; and

• Want to contribute towards Third Ways mission;

• Take pride in and ownership of your work;

• Are curious and eager for professional development.

In theThird 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 teamssharing ideas brainstorming co-authoring products and advancing our shared priorities.

• Creators: People who foster divergent thinking; who arent afraid to takeonthe 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 focusonimpact.

• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and foster the values of non-discrimination and inclusivity at all times.

WITHIN 1 MONTH YOULL...

• Participate in Third Ways comprehensive onboarding program. Youll learn about all aspects of Business Operations which includes HR Benefits IT Finance and office operations.

• Youll learn about all aspects of Development & External Affairs which includes fundraising corporate relations and public events.

• Meet your Third Way Buddy be introduced to the entire staff and start to learn the TWs 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. Youll 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.

• Learn our current processes for scheduling meetings hosting events interfacing with donors & congressional offices and more.

WITHIN 2 MONTHS YOULL...

• Gain an understanding of each employees role and their contribution to the organization.

• Attend program overview sessions to learn more about each teams contribution to TWs mission.

• Incorporate TWs 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.

• Be fully responsible for the teams scheduling needs and providing support for corporate individual and public events.

• Oversee in-office event coordination regarding food orders room set-up and RSVP tracking.

WITHIN 3 MONTHS YOULL

• 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 teams 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.

• Take over primary management of Third Ways social media channels.

• Create and manage Third Ways social media content calendar.

• Lead content creation for all of Third Ways digital media accounts.

• Partner with other members of the communications team and our policy and political analysts to prepare content to elevate important findings and data.

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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 Ways 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.