Director, Principal Giving

Responsibilities

• Design and execute global major giving strategy focusing on high-net-worth individuals and family foundations
• Build and manage a high-value donor pipeline to secure six-figure gifts and above
• Develop tailored engagement and stewardship strategies for donors
• Leverage intermediary channels like donor-advised funds and private banks to expand reach
• Coordinate high-touch cultivation events, regional convenings, and philanthropic forums
• Build relationships with board members to develop pathways into priority prospects
• Manage board-facing communications and prepare briefing packages for key external moments
• Champion data-driven decision-making using CRM tools and performance analytics
• Represent the organization externally through speaking engagements and strategic briefings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of experience raising major and principal gifts
• Proven success managing multi-million-dollar fundraising portfolios
• Strong knowledge of individual giving trends
• Exceptional relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills
• Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce
• Experience in clean energy, climate, or international development is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Environment, Energy, or Climate

Benefits

• Annualized starting salary of £120,000-£140,000
• 28 days annual leave plus end-of-year office closure
• Pension plan with 10% employer contribution
• $1,000 annual work-from-home expense allowance

About the Company

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet works to ensure everyone has access to affordable, reliable, clean electricity. Founded by The Rockefeller Foundation, IKEA Foundation, and Bezos Earth Fund, the Alliance builds partnerships to end energy poverty and accelerate green economic opportunity.