Application Guide

How to Apply for Partnership Associate

at Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA)

🏢 About Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA)

PASA is the largest coalition of wildlife centers and sanctuaries across Africa, uniting 23 member organizations in 13 countries to protect great apes and monkeys from extinction. Working here means directly contributing to the survival of endangered primates while collaborating with a passionate, remote team. This is a unique opportunity to support wildlife conservation through partnership development in a flexible, part-time role.

About This Role

As a Partnership Associate, you will support the Development team in expanding PASA’s partnerships and individual giving programs. Your work researching and reaching out to foundations, trusts, and corporations will directly fund critical conservation efforts across Africa. This role is impactful because every new partnership you help secure provides resources for sanctuaries saving chimpanzees, gorillas, and monkeys.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start by checking your CRM for new leads and updating contact records. Then, research potential foundation partners using online databases, draft personalized outreach emails, and review metrics from recent campaigns. You’ll also have a check-in with the Development team to discuss progress and align on priorities.

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🎯 Who Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA) Is Looking For

  • Has at least 1 year of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit operations, with a proven track record of donor outreach.
  • Is skilled in researching and identifying prospective partners using databases and online tools, and can craft compelling outreach messages.
  • Is proficient with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and comfortable tracking metrics to analyze trends.
  • Possesses outgoing, confident, and respectful communication skills, with high attention to detail and self-motivation for remote work.

📝 Tips for Applying to Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA)

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific fundraising or development experience, including quantifiable outcomes like number of partnerships secured or funds raised.

2

In your cover letter, mention your familiarity with wildlife conservation or PASA’s mission to show genuine interest.

3

Demonstrate CRM proficiency by naming the systems you’ve used and how you leveraged them for donor tracking and reporting.

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Provide examples of outreach you’ve conducted: how you identified prospects, initiated contact, and followed up.

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Since it’s a remote role, emphasize your self-motivation and time management skills with concrete examples of working independently.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for wildlife conservation and alignment with PASA’s mission to protect African primates.', 'Specific experience in partnership research, donor outreach, and CRM management with measurable results.', 'Your ability to work autonomously in a remote setting, with examples of self-driven projects.', 'How your communication skills and attention to detail will help create tailored, impactful content for partners.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Familiarize yourself with PASA’s 23 member organizations across Africa and their specific conservation programs.
  • → Review PASA’s recent partnerships and funding sources (e.g., grants, corporate sponsors) to understand their current donor base.
  • → Learn about the threats facing great apes and monkeys in Africa (e.g., poaching, habitat loss) to speak knowledgeably.
  • → Check PASA’s website and social media for recent news, campaigns, and success stories to reference in your application.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with CRM databases. How do you ensure data accuracy and track partnership metrics?
2 How would you research and identify a new foundation or corporate partner for PASA? Walk us through your process.
3 Tell us about a time you successfully secured a donation or partnership. What steps did you take?
4 This role is part-time and remote. How do you prioritize tasks and stay motivated without direct supervision?
5 Why are you interested in wildlife conservation, and what do you know about PASA’s member sanctuaries?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn’t mention wildlife conservation or PASA specifically.
  • Overlooking the part-time and remote nature; failing to demonstrate how you’ll manage time and stay productive.
  • Neglecting to highlight CRM experience or providing vague descriptions of your fundraising role without metrics.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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