Third Way is hiring: Education Communications Advisor, Social Policy, Education

Third Way is a national think tank that was founded in 2005 to champion modern center-left ideas. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, and security. We are proud of the organization that we have built and continue to seek out talent who contribute to our ambitious mission. We are deeply committed to promoting a culture of results and respect where every employee has opportunities to contribute, develop, and grow professionally.

Third Way’s Education team is seeking an Education Communications Advisor. This person will elevate Third Way’s higher education policy work through a multi-faceted communications effort including coordinated social and digital media campaigns, the design of digital communications collateral, the development of written communications for public audiences and partners, and support for the execution of high-impact public events and press strategy. This person will also coordinate efforts to track our team’s impact across media coverage, Hill engagement, and stakeholder influence. The Education Communications Advisor will help expand the reach of Third Way’s higher education work to persuade policymakers, their staff, and higher education influencers that students and taxpayers deserve a better return on their investment. The Education Communications Advisor will report to the Senior Education Advocacy Advisor.

Duties

• Working with the education team to support comprehensive communications and advocacy campaigns that market Third Way’s higher education research and ideas to policymakers, press, and influencers inside and outside the beltway and raise the profile of our higher education ideas and experts;
• Working with other members of Third Way’s communications team, as well as communications and policy staff at partner organizations, to develop creative collateral advocating for improving student outcomes in our nation’s higher education system;
• Day-to-day maintenance and updating of Third Way Education social media channels, including content ideation, design, and development;
• Crafting written communications for partners and external audiences that convey our perspective and data in the most accessible way on timely topics, including on policy and political issues;
• Supporting the coordination of public events, briefings, and private convenings;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

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

• 2-4 years’ experience in communications or advocacy roles.
• Interest in federal higher education policy and a passion for improving student outcomes in our higher education system.
• A basic understanding of digital communications strategies and social media platforms.
• Working knowledge of graphic design tools such as Canva, InDesign, or similar programs.
• Good judgment and demonstrated ability to manage digital engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders and partners in a complex political environment.
• Ability to write and create compelling content and written work that communicate our ideas and analyses to wonks and general audiences alike.

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.
• 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 diversity, equity, and inclusiveness at all times.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 annually. At Third Way, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. The final starting salary offer will be determined based on your experience and qualifications.

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 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. This position is based in Washington, DC, and Third Way’s in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Third Way is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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.

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