Executive Director, Animal Health and Assurance

Executive Director, Animal Health and AssuranceJob Title: Executive Director, Animal Health and AssuranceJob Requisition ID: 63334Ministry: Agriculture and IrrigationLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25Regular/Temporary: Temporary (Up to 13 months)Scope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: October 25, 2024Classification: Executive Manager IAbout UsThe Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported.Agriculture and Irrigation (AGI) strengthens Alberta's economy by enabling growth, diversification, sustainability and innovation in the agriculture sector. The ministry also works to ensure that Alberta's rural communities are able to participate in and benefit from the province's economic growth and prosperity including agriculture and agri-food business, trade and economics and farm business management programs.Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister of Primary Agriculture, the Executive Director will be responsible for providing strategic leadership on animal health, welfare, associated programs, and services. The Executive Director will also collaborate with the divisional leadership team including Federal and Provincial partners and industry to deliver strong programs that will provide a full view of the animal health, welfare, assurance, and policy within Alberta.QualificationsYou bring extensive senior management experience with a diverse background in agriculture, animal health and welfare and demonstrated expertise in policy, program and legislation development. You have a proven ability to consult and negotiate solutions with diverse partners and stakeholders. Your strong political acumen and excellent communication skills enable you to facilitate collaborative partnerships to resolve sensitive and complex policy and scientific issues. You have experience managing financial and human resources with the ability to motivate, coach and mentor a team of professionals. Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills that support innovation and the ability to develop strategies that will address challenges and opportunities will be a key to your success. A bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science or animal health or similar education is preferred.Salary: $5,082.46 - $6,679.30 bi-weekly ($132,652.21 - $174,329.73 year)How to ApplyClick on the “Apply Now” button. If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system.Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, please contact Executive Search at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr