Climate & Energy Philanthropy Manager

thirdway; Washington; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Third Way, based in Washington, DC, seeks a Philanthropy Manager to partner with senior philanthropic leaders and grow a dynamic donor portfolio for the Climate & Energy program. The role emphasizes proposals, donor reports, and stewardship across major gifts.

The position offers a hybrid work environment with in-office days in Washington, DC, and a focus on donor engagement, events, and strategic cultivation. Strong writing and relationship-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, grants management, or donor engagement.
• Ability to write clearly on complex topics for non-experts.
• Interest in major gift fundraising and climate policy.
• Undergraduate degree plus relevant work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Draft proposals and donor reports that articulate impact.
• Create donor-facing materials and ensure branding consistency.
• Maintain and grow a major gifts donor portfolio.
• Identify new funding prospects through research and networks.
• Lead grant reports, proposals, and donor-facing materials drafting.

Skills

Written communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Analytical & research skills

Knowledge management

Accountability

Respectfulness

Salesforce

Monday.com

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field

Tools

Salesforce

Monday.com

Job description

Third Way, based in Washington, DC, seeks a Philanthropy Manager to partner with senior philanthropic leaders and grow a dynamic donor portfolio for the Climate & Energy program. The role emphasizes proposals, donor reports, and stewardship across major gifts.

The position offers a hybrid work environment with in-office days in Washington, DC, and a focus on donor engagement, events, and strategic cultivation. Strong writing and relationship-building skills are essential.