Canadian Seed Growers’ Association ,Executive Director Jobs in Canada

Position: Executive Director
Employer: Canadian Seed Growers’ Association
Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Established in 1904, and with a $2-million budget, the Canadian Seed
Growers’ Association (CSGA) is a non-profit organization representing
the interests of more than 3500 Canadian seed growers. In its key
role, CSGA operates the Certified Seed program in cooperation with the
Canadian Food inspection Agency, ensuring t

he supply of high-quality
seed in Canada, complemented by advocacy and member services.

As leaders in the seed industry, the CSGA is involved in new and
emerging technologies, input into, and collaboration with, key
stakeholders on topical issues, procedures and policies to monitor and
regulate production, and advocacy on policies to protect its members
both domestically and abroad. In addition, the association offers
professional development for members, marketing and visibility
opportunities, and valuable information and resources.

This widely-respected organization is now seeking its new Executive
Director to provide leadership in guiding the Association in
accordance with its Board’s strategic goals. Working closely and
effectively with a 23-member Board of Directors, the new Executive
Director will position CSGA as the voice of the seed industry, while
providing operational leadership to a small staff. With an emphasis on
open communication and stakeholder consultation, the new Executive
Director will assist in setting goals and objectives that position the
Association for continued success in a changing environment. He or she
will develop strong linkages with government, industry, and other
stakeholders in order to ensure the continued vitality of the Canadian
seed industry.

As an ideal candidate, you are an acknowledged leader and mentor with
a background in agriculture or a related industry, with a strong
appreciation for the role of a national association. Strategic in
nature, you understand a regulatory environment, advocacy, government
and stakeholder relations, and have managed complex files and issues
while maximizing return on a limited resource base. A seasoned
administrator with well-developed financial acumen, you bring
experience in sound governance practices, and a transparent, open
approach. You are an outstanding communicator and negotiator, and are
looking for the opportunity to build capacity while ensuring that CSGA
maintains its place as a valued voice in an increasingly complex
business environment.

For more information on this outstanding leadership opportunity,
please contact Tom Foster or Nicole Poirier of RenaudFoster / Odgers
Berndtson at 613-231-6666 or via email at:
tfoster@renaudfoster.com
or npoirier@renaudfoster.com

All applications will be handled in strictest confidence.

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