Australian Food Safety Week 2023

It’s Australian Food Safety Week and the theme is ‘Food safety – dollars and sense’ // This week the FPSC-ANZ and Food Safety Information Council implore you not to compromise your health by taking food safety short cuts. There are an estimated 4.67 million cases of food poisoning in Australia each year that result in 47,900 hospitalisations, 38 deaths and cost to the economy of $2.1 billion. Food borne disease isn’t a minor illness, it can leave you with long term effects such as reactive arthritis. Here are some useful tips to stay food safe:

Don’t be tempted to forage for wild food as a saving, mushrooms and other plants can be toxic and wild foods can be contaminated by animal faeces
Don’t purchase food from unknown sources such as on social media, make sure they are a legal source

Learn more about food safety at www.fpsc-anz.com or www.foodsafety.asn.au
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FPSC Seeks Non-Remunerated Board Directors

The Fresh Produce Safety Centre is currently seeking non-remunerated Board Directors.
About us
The Fresh Produce Safety Centre Australia and New Zealand (FPSC-ANZ) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of fresh produce within the food supply chain. We are committed to enhancing food safety standards, research, and industry best practices to protect consumers and promote the growth of the fresh produce sector.
As we continue our mission to improve fresh produce safety, we are seeking passionate and experienced individuals to join our Board of Directors. We are specifically looking for two candidates who can bring their expertise in financial management and fund-raising for non-profit organizations to our dynamic team.
Position Overview: Board Directors (non-remunerated)
Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Provide guidance and input on the strategic direction of FPSC-ANZ to ensure the organization’s mission and vision are realized.
Financial Management: Oversee the organization’s financial health, budgeting, and fiscal responsibility, as well as identifying potential funding sources and partnerships.
Fundraising: Contribute to fundraising efforts by identifying grant opportunities, cultivating donor relationships, and participating in fundraising activities.
Governance: Act as a steward of FPSC-ANZ’s resources, ensuring the highest standards of governance and accountability.
Advocacy and Outreach: Support FPSC-ANZ’s efforts to engage with stakeholders, government bodies, and industry leaders to advance fresh produce safety.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in financial management and fund-raising within non-profit organizations.
An understanding of food safety, agriculture, or related fields is advantageous but not essential.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to FPSC-ANZ’s role and purpose.
Previous board or committee experience preferred.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete THIS FORM and submit it with their resume or curriculum vitae, and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and explaining why they are interested in joining the FPSC-ANZ Board of Directors. Note that this is a non-remunerated Board Director role. Please send your application to eo@fpsc-anz.com by 09 November 2023.
 
Learn more about FPSC-ANZ:
Visit our website to learn more about our organization and role: https://fpsc-anz.com/about/what-we-do/
FPSC-ANZ is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We welcome diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team.
Join us in our mission to enhance fresh produce safety and contribute to the well-being of consumers and the fresh produce industry in Australia and New Zealand. Become a part of the FPSC-ANZ Board of Directors and make a meaningful impact.

Fresh & Safe eNews 2023 Vol. 3

The latest edition of Fresh & Safe News is out now. In this volume, we:

Welcome Managing Director Farzana Adams
Wrap up this year’s Fresh Produce Safety Conference in Sydney
Introduce Food Safety Grower Guides produced in collaboration with NSW DPI
Overview the Horticulture Food Safety Initiative and appointment of the project’s Technical Officer
Launch the first of a series of four post-conference workshops

and much much more! Read the full eNewsletter HERE.

Fresh & Safe eNews 2023 Vol. 2

The latest edition of Fresh & Safe News is out now. In this edition, our Executive Officer Marguerite gives us a wrap up from this year’s Hort Connections event in Adelaide, we announce the HNI21000 Horticulture Food Safety Initiative, the programme for the Fresh Produce Safety Conference and much much more! Read the full eNewsletter HERE.

FPSC seeks Technical Officer for new three year project

The FPSC-ANZ has been awarded a three-year project, ‘Horticulture Food Safety Initiative’ (HNI21000), for which we require a full-time Technical Officer on a fixed term contract until June 2026.
Reporting to the FPSC-ANZ’s Executive Officer, who is also the project lead, the Technical Officer is charged with delivering the operational components of the project.
This is an exciting opportunity for a degree qualified candidate, offering the flexibility to work remotely from home, or from our office at the University of Sydney at Camperdown.
Download the full position description HERE and submit your covering letter and resume clearly matching your skills and experience with those we require, by 10 July 2023 to:
Marguerite Delbet
Executive Officer
Fresh Produce Safety Centre
Via email: eo@fpsc-anz.com