An English text follows Valacta est un centre dexpertise reconnu en production laitire qui accompagne les producteurs dans loptimisation de leurs pratiques et la performance de leurs fermes.

Prsente au Qubec et dans les provinces atlantiques, lorganisation contribue la durabilit et la prosprit du secteur laitier en crant, mobilisant et transfrant le savoir, et en offrant des services danalyse et de gestion de linformation adapts aux besoins des producteurs.

Comptant prs de 300 employs rpartis dans lest du Canada, Valacta figure parmi les 300 plus importantes PME du Qubec selon Les Affaires.

Son expertise dpasse les frontires du pays et bnficie dune reconnaissance internationale dans le secteur laitier.

De plus, Valacta collabore troitement avec Lactanet, organisation issue du partenariat de Valacta et de partenaires nationaux, ainsi quavec plusieurs autres acteurs cls de lindustrie laitire, afin de mettre en commun les expertises et doffrir des services intgrs et innovants aux producteurs laitiers canadiens.

Relevant du conseil dadministration de Valacta, la prsidente-directrice gnrale ou le prsident-directeur gnral supervise le dveloppement et la mise en uvre du plan stratgique, du plan daction et des ententes de prestation de services de lorganisation. ce titre, la ou le PDG est responsable de la planification, de lorganisation, de la coordination et du contrle des diffrentes activits dcoulant des objectifs et des politiques approuves par le conseil dadministration.

La personne titulaire du poste de PDG assume galement les responsabilits de secrtaire du conseil et reprsente lorganisation au sein de lindustrie laitire nationale et internationale.

Afin de pouvoir prtendre ce poste, les qualifications essentielles comprennent, sans s''y limiter, les lments suivants: Diplme universitaire en gestion, administration des affaires ou dans un domaine connexe, ou exprience quivalente dmontre en leadership organisationnel.

Diplme en agriculture, considr comme un atout important pour une comprhension approfondie des ralits du terrain.

Solide comprhension des principes de bonne gouvernance, incluant la gestion efficace des conseils dadministration, la reddition de comptes, la transparence, et lthique organisationnelle.

Bonne connaissance du secteur de la production laitire au Canada, y compris des enjeux conomiques, rglementaires et politiques qui influencent lindustrie.

Exprience avre en gestion stratgique, avec un bilan concret de ralisations ayant gnr un impact significatif au sein de son organisation ou de son secteur.

Capacit dvelopper une vision stratgique audacieuse, combine une approche innovante et crative pour rpondre aux enjeux actuels et futurs de lindustrie.

Leadership mobilisateur et reconnu, capable de rallier les quipes internes, les partenaires de lindustrie, et les parties prenantes externes autour dobjectifs communs.

Excellentes aptitudes en communication, tant loral qu lcrit, avec la capacit de vulgariser des enjeux complexes pour diffrents publics.





Comptences solides en pense stratgique, jumeles une grande maturit motionnelle, un bon jugement et le courage de prendre des dcisions difficiles au besoin.

Grande capacit btir des alliances et des relations gagnantes avec des partenaires, principalement avec Lactanet.

Matrise du franais et de langlais, loral comme lcrit, essentielle pour voluer efficacement dans un environnement bilingue et interprovincial.

Pour postuler Valacta sest associ la firme de services-conseils en leadership intgrs Odgers pour ce recrutement.

Si ce dfi vous intresse, nous vous invitons soumettre votre candidature ci-dessous ds que possible, idalement avant le 15 aot 2025.

Nous remercions toutes les personnes ayant manifest leur intrt.

Toutefois, seules celles dont la candidature fera lobjet dune valuation plus approfondie seront contactes.

Diversit, quit et inclusion Valacta souscrit au principe de lgalit daccs lemploi.

Conformment la Loi canadienne sur laccessibilit (L.C. 2019) et aux normes daccessibilit provinciales, Odgers et Valacta fourniront, sur demande, des mesures daccompagnement aux personnes en situation de handicap tout au long du processus de recrutement, de slection et dvaluation.

Chez Odgers, nous accordons une grande importance la diversit, lquit, et linclusion dans lensemble de nos activits.

Afin de mieux valuer notre capacit rejoindre un bassin de candidatures aussi large et diversifi que possible, notre quipe DEI vous invite prendre un moment pour remplir notre Valacta is a renowned centre of expertise in dairy production that supports producers in optimizing their practices and farm performance.

With a presence in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces, the organization contributes to the sustainability and prosperity of the dairy sector by creating, mobilizing, and transferring knowledge, and by offering analysis and information management services tailored to producers'' needs.

With nearly 300 employees across eastern Canada, Valacta ranks among the 300 largest SMEs in Quebec according to Les Affaires.

Its expertise extends beyond the country''s borders and is internationally recognized in the dairy sector.

In addition, Valacta works closely with Lactanet, an organization formed through a collaboration between Valacta and national partners, as well as with several other key players in the dairy industry, to pool expertise and offer integrated and innovative services to Canadian dairy producers.

Reporting to Valacta''s board of directors, the CEO oversees the development and implementation of the organization''s strategic plan, action plan,



and service delivery agreements.

In this capacity, the CEO is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling the various activities arising from the objectives and policies approved by the board of directors.

The CEO also serves as secretary of the board and represents the organization within the national and international dairy industry.

To be eligible for this position, essential qualifications include, but are not limited to, the following: University degree in management, business administration, or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent experience in organizational leadership.

Degree in agriculture, considered an important asset for a thorough understanding of the realities in the field.

Strong understanding of good governance principles, including effective board management, accountability, transparency, and organizational ethics.

Good knowledge of the dairy production sector in Canada, including the economic, regulatory, and political issues that influence the industry.

Proven experience in strategic management, with a track record of achievements that have had a significant impact within your organization or sector.

Ability to develop a bold strategic vision, combined with an innovative and creative approach to address current and future industry challenges.

Motivational and recognized leadership, able to rally internal teams, industry partners, and external stakeholders around common goals.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to explain complex issues to different audiences.

Strong strategic thinking skills, combined with emotional maturity, good judgment, and the courage to make difficult decisions when necessary.

Strong ability to build alliances and successful relationships with partners, primarily with Lactanet.

Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written, essential to thrive in a bilingual and interprovincial workplace.

To fill this position, Valacta has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers.

If you are interested in this challenge, we invite you to submit your application below as soon as possible, ideally before August 15, 2025.

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Valacta is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and Valacta throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do.

As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our

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