The Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand (PIANZ) represents and advocates for the interests of the country’s poultry industry. A favourite protein source of New Zealanders, chicken and eggs are pivotal to the continuity and enjoyment of food supply in NZ. Vertical integration positions the industry strongly for long term sustainability and success.

With the upcoming retirement of their long-standing Executive Director, the PIANZ Board is looking to appoint a suitable replacement to lead the industry body.

The Executive Director reports to three Boards, comprising Poultry Meat Producers, the New Zealand Feed Manufacturers Association and the Egg Producers Federation of New Zealand and leads a small team committed to shaping the direction, growth and resilience of the sector for members.

PIANZ is responsible for driving policy, advocacy, and regulatory initiatives and representing the industry at a national and international level. The goal is to ensure sustainable economic development and lead the industry’s commitment to the highest standards of food safety, biosecurity, animal welfare and environmental sustainability.

The role requires strong industry knowledge, stakeholder engagement, commercial understanding, strategic leadership ability, a track record of advocacy and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and industry best practice.

The ideal candidate will have deep understanding of New Zealand’s poultry, or primary production sectors and ideally industry association experience. You will be an experienced leader, comfortable navigating primary sector dynamics and driving sector growth, and skilled in government stakeholders’ relationships. Experience in and understanding of policy development, regulatory compliance and advocacy is key for this role, as is the confidence and capability to professionally represent the Industry and PIANZ members to media and consumers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a nationally significant industry body that contributes to New Zealand’s economy, anchors our food supply chain and prides itself on world-class welfare standards and being a trusted, economic and safe source of food for consumers.

For more information and a copy of the Position Description, contact Penelope Peebles on 0292002524 or email your expression of interest to Penelope@Jpasearch.com

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Applications close Friday 23rd May 2025