Director of Principal Giving
Quick answer
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet is hiring a hybrid-model Director of Principal Giving (based in London, NYC, or DC) paying $160k-$190k to lead and scale its principal fundraising strategy.
- Role
- Director of Principal Giving
- Organization
- Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet
- Location
- London, NYC, or DC
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $160,000 - $190,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
- Apply by
- 2026-06-22
The role
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet is seeking a Director of Principal Giving to establish and lead its new principal giving function. The successful candidate will design global strategies to cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and philanthropic collectives to drive systemic change in the energy sector. This leadership role involves working closely with the Board and executive team to manage a high-value pipeline and secure major funding commitments. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset to help scale the organization's newly formed Partnerships and Philanthropy Division.
What you'll do
- Design and execute the global major and principal giving strategy.
- Build and manage a pipeline of high-net-worth donors to secure six-figure gifts.
- Develop and implement tailored engagement strategies for individual donors.
- Manage board member relationships to unlock new pathways to prospective partners.
- Represent the alliance externally at global forums and strategic briefings.
What it takes
- 10+ years of experience in major and principal gift fundraising.
- Proven success managing multi-million-dollar portfolios.
- Deep understanding of the climate, energy, or international development sectors.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Strong proficiency in CRM platforms and data-driven performance analytics.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
28 days annual leave plus end-of-year office closure, 401(k) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution, $1,000 annual WFH stipend, and $100 monthly transit benefit.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in one of the organization's offices in London, New York City, or Washington, D.C.
What is the work schedule for this role?
This is a hybrid position that typically requires working from the office two days per week.
How much does this position pay?
The annualized starting salary for this role is between $160,000 and $190,000, depending on experience.
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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