Current Employment Opportunities with Panthera
Panthera's Background
Unlike any other conservation organization in the world, Panthera’s sole mission is the range-wide conservation of the world’s 37 species of wild cats. We are the largest wild cat conservation organization in the world in terms of global outreach, funding to the field, and staff expertise. Panthera is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization founded in 2006.
Panthera’s core strategies are grounded in rigorous scientific research, political engagement with heads of state and national land-use agencies, and education and outreach activities for local communities living in areas with big cats. Our large-scale initiatives with tigers, lions, jaguars, and snow leopards currently involve more than 50 countries and span three continents. We not only fund cat conservation initiatives, but act as a conservation think-tank that supports innovative people, programs, and ideas across the conservation spectrum. Much of Panthera's work is based in a spatial context and the Landscape Analysis Lab is central to Panthera's overall goals and day-to-day operations.
Current Openings:
| Position: | Grant Writer |
| Organization: | Panthera |
| Reports to: | Director of Development |
| Coordinates with: | NYC Directorate, and Program Directors | Salary: | Commensurate upon experience |
The Organization
Panthera, founded in 2006, is the world’s leading organization devoted exclusively to the conservation of wild cats and their ecosystems. Utilizing the expertise of the world’s premier cat biologists, Panthera develops and implements global conservation strategies for the most imperiled large cats – tigers, lions, jaguars, cheetahs and snow leopards. Representing the most comprehensive effort of its kind, Panthera works in partnership with local and international NGOs, scientific institutions, local communities and governments around the world.
Panthera’s Grant Writer
Panthera seeks a full-time Grant Writer to be based in New York City. The position will be focused primarily on writing funding proposals and detailed reports for Panthera’s Development Department, as well as contributing to the identification, solicitation, and stewardship of new funding sources. The position will also contribute to other writing needs especially for popular articles and related media. The incumbent will have extensive familiarity with conservation issues, and will be required to become extremely familiar with Panthera’s field programs entailing travel to field sites. The position will report to the Director of Development and work closely with Panthera field staff, to help grow Panthera’s fundraising capacity.
Essential duties include:
- Write, edit and steward funding proposals and detailed reports to funding sources; also contribute to annual reports, pre-proposals, letters of inquiry, program updates, popular media and other communications in collaboration with leadership/program staff;
- Identify, solicit, and steward Foundation, Corporation and Government donors to increase existing support to Panthera and significantly expand the base of support;
- Set and meet annual income goals and contribute to building annual project budgets in collaboration with Panthera field staff and leadership;
- Provide support for the Director of Development, assisting with fundraising requirements and special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- A strong working knowledge of wildlife conservation issues and/or experience working for a conservation entity; Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in biology, wildlife science, or related field;
- Strong general/popular scientific writing record for various audiences, especially for funding sources, the general public and the media; a record of peer-reviewed writing for technical audiences is desirable but not essential;
- Proven track record of submitting successful grant applications to various sources, including foundations, corporate sponsors, and government agencies;
- Proficiency in researching, interpreting and analyzing diverse information from the field, and working within deadlines to provide funders with clear and targeted information;
- Skilled at maintaining good relations with donors through regular communications and updates on program activities covered under grants;
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, verbal skills, written skills, and judgment; confidence in contributing to meetings with funders and Panthera staff when appropriate;
- Fluency in a second language, particularly Spanish, is desirable;
Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and record of successful achievement.
How to Apply
Please submit CV and cover letter by email to Marla Kabashima (mkabashima@panthera.org) with subject heading: LAST NAME, Grant Writer position
No phone calls please.
Panthera is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/H/V
The Organization
Panthera, founded in 2006, is the world’s leading organization devoted exclusively to the conservation of wild cats and their ecosystems. Utilizing the expertise of the world’s premier cat biologists, Panthera develops and implements global conservation strategies for the most imperiled large cats – tigers, lions, jaguars, cheetahs and snow leopards. Representing the most comprehensive effort of its kind, Panthera works in partnership with local and international NGOs, scientific institutions, local communities and governments around the world.
Panthera’s Director of Development
Panthera seeks a full time Director of Development to be based in New York City. The position will be responsible for every aspect of Panthera’s Development Department, with the goal of achieving an annual fundraising target of $15 million per year. The Director will be responsible for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. He/she will manage a small development staff and have direct oversight of all fundraising activities. The Director will lead, coordinate, and implement Panthera’s efforts to build lasting relationships with significant funding sources, including individual, foundation, corporation, and government. He/she will work in close collaboration with Panthera New York-based leadership and field program staff.
Essential duties include:
- Develop a long-term fundraising plan for the organization, working closely with Panthera leadership and Program Directors;
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors for Panthera to increase existing support and expand the base of support;
- Identify and cultivate relationships with Foundations, Corporations, and Governments and successfully raise funds from these sources;
- Work closely with Panthera’s communications team to develop strategies for and steward donors solicited through email and social media;
- Manage Panthera’s volunteer committee in collaboration with Panthera leadership, including its meetings, events, and trips to field sites;
- Plan and implement 2+ events annually to fundraise and to raise awareness of Panthera and its mission;
- Write and edit proposals, reports, letters, brochures, and other communications in collaboration with leadership/program staff;
- Set and meet annual income goals in collaboration with Panthera leadership;
Qualifications
- 10+ years of demonstrated success in Development as a direct fundraiser, with increasing levels of responsibility and comfort soliciting five- and six-figure gifts;
- Demonstrated ability to work across donor funding sources (individual, foundation, corporation, government);
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple direct reports and work with senior management, program staff, and high-level volunteers in executing donor strategies at a nonprofit;
- Knowledge of wildlife conservation issues strongly preferred;
- Experience working with a wildlife non-profit organization preferred;
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, verbal skills, written skills, and judgment – with the ability to navigate sensitive discussions with comfort and confidence;
- Initiative and independence combined with the ability to work as part of a team;
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in a relevant field; and
- Fluency in a second language, especially Spanish, a plus.
Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and record of successful achievement.
How to Apply
Please submit CV and cover letter by email to Marla Kabashima (mkabashima@panthera.org) with subject heading: LAST NAME, Director of Development position
No phone calls please.
Panthera is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/H/V
| Position: | Executive Director, Tiger Program |
| Organization: | Panthera |
| Reports to: | President |
| Manages: | TF Director and in-country field staff |
The Organization
Panthera, founded in 2006, is the world’s leading organization devoted exclusively to the conservation of wild cats and their ecosystems. Utilizing the expertise of the world’s premier cat biologists, Panthera develops and implements global conservation strategies for the most imperiled large cats. Representing the most comprehensive effort of its kind, Panthera works in partnership with local and international NGOs, scientific institutions, local communities, governments and the private sector.
This position will entail senior level oversight of all elements of Panthera’s Tiger Program. The incumbent will work in coordination with Panthera’s New York Directorate including the Board, and with program field staff to establish and direct program strategy and approaches for tiger conservation throughout Asia.
Principal responsibilities:
- Oversee the development and implementation of program priorities, including oversight of Panthera’s existing tiger projects, and assisting the planning and establishment of new projects throughout tiger range. In coordination with program staff, oversee the local technical, operational, and administrative management of the program.
- Represent Panthera and its projects at the senior level with tiger range country governments, governmental agencies, donors and other NGOs through meetings, speaking engagements and media interviews inter alia.
- Provide guidance to project development and implementation. Assist field staff in project design and execution through site visits and consultation; maintain regular contact and provide regular feedback to staff; monitor and evaluate project and individual progress.
- Contribute to articles, technical manuals, educational materials, and other project publications, as required.
- Contribute to raising awareness of Panthera and its projects through attendance at professional meetings, providing interviews and support to media requests.
- Participate in fund-raising activities when appropriate via activities such as identifying new funding sources, meeting private and agency donors, and speaking at special events. Assist in preparing donor reports and proposals; maintain contact and reporting with funding sources
- Oversee the preparation of long-term program strategy documents and annual work plans.
Experience and qualifications required:
- PhD or equivalent advanced experience in relevant field, such as conservation biology/zoology/ecology; human dimensions of natural resource management including policy development/implementation/governance; or related field germane to biodiversity conservation.
- Demonstrated strong working knowledge of, and experience with conservation issues in Asia, with an emphasis on subtropical/tropical Asia preferred. Experience with large carnivore conservation is desirable.
- At least five years post-graduate experience in non-profit or relevant for-profit large project management and administration, including direct oversight of multiple staff and 6-plus figure budgets. Experience with memoranda of understanding, legal contracts, grant agreements, etc.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write, articulate, and synthesize information for governments, granting agencies, and the general public. Demonstrated ability to maintain positive relationships and collaborate effectively with mid to high level government representatives.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in an independent working environment,
- Demonstrated ability in raising funds and securing grants is desirable
Compensation:
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and record of successful achievement.
How to apply:
Please submit CV and cover letter by email to Marla Kabashima (mkabashima@panthera.org) with subject heading: LAST NAME, Executive Director, Tiger Program position
No phone calls please.
Panthera is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/H/V
