Director of Principal Giving
Quick answer
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet is hiring a hybrid Director of Principal Giving based in London, NYC, or DC paying £120k-£140k to establish and lead the organization's principal giving function.
- Role
- Director of Principal Giving
- Organization
- Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet
- Location
- London, NYC, or DC
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £120,000-£140,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
- Apply by
- 2026-06-22
The role
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet is seeking its first Director of Principal Giving to build and lead a new principal giving function within its Partnerships and Philanthropy Division. This strategic role involves developing global strategies to cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and philanthropic collectives to drive systemic change in energy access. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and the Board to mobilize catalytic funding and establish long-term donor engagement frameworks.
What you'll do
- Design and execute the global major and principal giving strategy.
- Manage a high-value donor pipeline and secure gifts of six figures and above.
- Cultivate relationships with HNWIs, family foundations, and philanthropic advisors.
- Coordinate high-touch stewardship events and board-facing fundraising activities.
- Provide strategic leadership and mentorship within the Partnerships and Philanthropy Division.
What it takes
- 10+ years of experience in major and principal gift fundraising.
- Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar portfolios.
- Experience in the climate, clean energy, or international development sectors.
- Strong ability to synthesize complex ideas into compelling value propositions.
- High level of digital fluency with CRM systems and performance analytics.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
28 days annual leave, organization-wide end-of-year office closure, pension plan with 10% employer contribution, and $1,000 annually for work-from-home expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in either London, New York City, or Washington D.C., operating on a hybrid schedule of approximately 2 days in the office per week.
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting salary for this full-time position is between £120,000 and £140,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
What are the key requirements for applicants?
Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in major gift fundraising and a proven track record of securing principal gifts, ideally within the climate or energy sectors.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications for this position must be submitted by June 22, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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