Executive Director

About the Company

Regulatory organization representing local chicken farmers

Industry

Supermarkets

Type

Privately Held

Employees

1-10

About the Role The Company is in search of an Executive Director to lead its organization, which plays a pivotal role in supply management, pricing, allocation, and industry relations for a significant number of producers. The successful candidate will be the key advisor to the Board, blending strategic leadership with hands‑on management and technical responsibilities. This includes tasks such as allocation‑setting, price negotiations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing government relations.

The role demands a leader who can guide a team, build strong relationships across the sector, and represent the organization at the national level.





Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a background in senior leadership within a regulated, agricultural, government, or non‑profit environment.

Experience in working with Boards and governance processes is essential. The role requires solid analytical, communication, and relationship‑building skills, as well as the ability to manage recurring cycles, make data‑driven decisions, and operate in a multi‑stakeholder environment. A collaborative and steady leadership style, with a comfort for learning technical subject matter, is also necessary. The ideal candidate will be adept at preparing annual business plans and budgets, overseeing various operational aspects, and leading staff performance, development, and training.

Functions

- CEO/President
- Non-Profit Management

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