Director, Principal Giving
Quick answer
The Global Energy Alliance for People & Planet is hiring a hybrid Director of Principal Giving (based in London, NYC, or DC) paying $160k-$190k to lead the development of their principal giving function and engage high-net-worth donors.
- Role
- Director, Principal Giving
- Organization
- The Global Energy Alliance for People & Planet
- Location
- Washington D.C., New York City, or London
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $160,000-$190,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
- Apply by
- 2026-07-15
The role
The Global Energy Alliance (GEA) is seeking a Director of Principal Giving to lead its newly established Partnerships and Philanthropy Division. This role involves building the principal giving function from the ground up, developing strategies for high-net-worth individuals, and cultivating donor relationships. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape philanthropy as a force for transforming energy systems.
What you'll do
- Design and execute global major giving strategy
- Build and manage a high-value donor pipeline
- Develop tailored engagement strategies for HNWI donors
- Support board members as ambassadors and door-openers
- Lead the Partnerships and Philanthropy Division team growth
- Represent GEA externally at speaking engagements
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years of experience in major and principal gifts
- Proven success managing multi-million-dollar fundraising portfolios
- Strong knowledge of individual giving trends
- High digital fluency with CRM platforms like Salesforce
- Experience in clean energy or international development
What you'll bring
How we treat you
28 days annual leave, 401(k) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution, $1,000 for work-from-home expenses, and $100 monthly for transit.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work schedule?
The role can be based in London, New York City, or Washington D.C., and it follows a hybrid schedule of approximately two days per week in the office.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $190,000 annually, depending on experience.
What are the key qualifications required for a candidate?
Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in major and principal gifts, a Bachelor's degree (with an advanced degree preferred), and strong skills in relationship management and CRM platforms.
What is the deadline to apply for this role?
Applications close on July 15th, but they will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Global Energy Alliance for People & Planet's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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