Panthera Corporation

Panthera is the only organization in the world that is devoted exclusively to the conservation of the world’s 40 wild cat species and their ecosystems. Utilizing the expertise of the world’s premier cat biologists, Panthera develops and implements global strategies for the most imperiled species. Representing the most comprehensive effort of its kind, Panthera partners with local and international NGOs, scientific institutions, local communities, governments around the globe, and citizens who want to help ensure a future for wild cats. Panthera Corporation consists of Panthera Corporation- USA and several foreign legal entities and foreign branch offices.  For more on Panthera, visit www.panthera.org. 

Position

Furs For Life South Africa Manager

Location

Durban (preferred) South Africa

Start Date

01 July 2026                                                                                                   

Duration

1 year fixed-term contract

The ideal candidate must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

The Position

The Furs for Life South Africa Manager will perform the following responsibilities:

Partnerships

• Maintain strong relationships with key partners, including Nazareth Baptist Church (Shembe), African Congregational Church, African Methodist Church, CONTRALESSA and other cultural and religious groups in South Africa.
• In coordination with the Furs for Life Project Coordinator, identify and approach traditional communities open to the use of synthetic fur for cultural ceremonies.

Commercialisation of Heritage Fur

• Manage commercialising Heritage Fur garments, including managing distribution and sales of furs, both direct to customers and to third-party traders.
  
  

 Finance and Reports

• Assist in managing the South African project budget in accordance with donor and Panthera guidelines and policies.
• Assist with fundraising for the expansion of the program.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial and technical donor reports.

Project Management

• Oversee relevant South African field staff in the delivery of the project.
• Ensure the coordination and integration of the program with other relevant Panthera activities.
• Develop and oversee community surveys to gauge the reception and use of synthetic fur among traditional communities.
• Where necessary, attending and assisting with training events and workshops.
• When necessary, travel to rural and traditional community areas.
•   Representing Panthera in external meetings and fora as required.

Minimum Requirements

• An Honours Degree in a relevant conservation science, social science, business administration, or management discipline
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (especially Excel)
• Attention to detail

How to Apply

Applications close 19 June 2026. Please apply by visiting Panthera’s Career Page. Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter.  CVs must include three professional referees and their contact details.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.