Senior Fundraising Consultant, Grids of the Future

Invest Impactly; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An international organization focused on energy solutions seeks a Senior Fundraising Consultant to raise $25–35M for initiatives in modern grid technologies. This position requires a Master's degree and over 10 years in international development fundraising. The consultant will engage with global philanthropic partners and build compelling funding narratives. Remote flexibility and significant impact initiatives are included in the role's benefits.

Benefits

Remote working flexibility

Opportunities for systemic change

Engagement with global investors

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in international development fundraising.
• Proven track record in raising $5M+ annually from diverse sources.
• Existing relationships with philanthropies, DFIs, MDBs, and climate funds.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a global fundraising plan to raise $25–35M.
• Engage with core philanthropic partners and climate funds.
• Build compelling narratives, proposals, and pitch materials.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Global systems thinking

Fundraising from diverse sources

Education

Master’s degree in Infrastructure Finance

Master’s degree in International Development

Job description

About The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) is a coalition dedicated to achieving universal access to clean, affordable, reliable energy while enhancing livelihoods and boosting environmental sustainability. Founded in 2021 by The Rockefeller Foundation, IKEA Foundation, and Bezos Earth Fund, GEAPP works through public, private, and philanthropic partnerships to transcend traditional developmental models. Operating across over 30 countries, the alliance focuses on transformative energy solutions that mitigate carbon emissions and foster green economies. The organization emphasizes localized projects that are scalable and fiscally sustainable, driving a global effort to modernize energy systems and facilitate systemic change.

About this Role

The Senior Fundraising Consultant for the Grids of the Future initiative will play a pivotal role in securing the financial resources necessary to spearhead modern grid technologies across various regions in the Global South. This position is central to advancing GEAPP’s agenda of ensuring that renewable, resilient, and digitally advanced power grids become foundational to economic growth and climate mitigation strategies. The role requires developing comprehensive fundraising strategies that resonate with philanthropic entities and potential investors hungry for catalytic, impactful projects. Additionally, part of the consultant’s responsibility is to craft narratives that effectively link grid modernization efforts with broader developmental impacts, fostering connections with stakeholders and contributing to strategic alliances.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a global fundraising plan to raise $25–35M in startup capital.
• Engage with at least five core philanthropic partners and three multi-donor climate funds.
• Curate co-fundraising opportunities with aligned organizations.
• Build compelling narratives, proposals, and pitch materials for Grids of the Future.
• Communicate the catalytic role of philanthropic capital in mobilizing blended finance.
• Document and share success stories demonstrating scalable solutions.
• Secure funding for flagship travellers projects.
• Map funding flows across energy transition, infrastructure, and digitalization.
• Track evolving donor priorities and build strategic alliances.
• Align fundraising efforts with GEAPP regional teams and support cortaional convenings.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Infrastructure Finance, International Development, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in international development fundraising.
• Proven track record in raising $5M+ annually from diverse sources.
• Experience working across Global South regions.
• Strong global systems thinking and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Existing relationships with philanthropies, DFIs, MDBs, and climate funds.

Benefits

• Remote working flexibility with the option to work from a London office.
• Opportunities to facilitate systemic change in global energy infrastructures.
• Engage directly with leading global impact investors and philanthropic organizations.
• Contribute to significant environmental and social impact initiatives across diverse regions.

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