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Expression of Interest: Positions available on the Nutrition and Regulation Committee

Expression of Interest: Positions available on the Nutrition and Regulation Committee

1 May 2026

Background

The Nutrition and Regulation (N&R) Committee is one of six AFGC Standing Committees. These Committees provide advice and recommendations on relevant issues to assist the AFGC meet its strategic objectives.

Committee members are appointed for their expertise and experience in technical matters relevant to the food and grocery industry rather than being representatives of their companies. They are, however, expected to draw upon their role within their company to assist in contributing effectively to the Committee’s activities.

Comprising of 15 members, the AFGC seeks a committee that is balanced in terms of the size of the company, product categories covered and regions from which the members are drawn. Members are expected to hold senior technical roles in their companies enabling them to provide clear positions on relevant matters of importance to the industry thus contributing to efficient decision-making of the Committee.

The Committee is serviced by the Health, Trade and Regulatory Affairs Division of the AFGC Secretariat. It meets four times a year, usually in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra, but this may vary. Membership terms are for 3-years, with the option to renominate.

Member action

There are some upcoming vacancies on the Committee. If you would like to be considered for membership of the Committee please forward an Expression of Interest to the AFGC Secretariat (duncan.craig@afgc.org.au) by comprising:

  1. Full name and contact details.
  2. Current role within the company.
  3. Major product categories manufactured/imported by the company.
  4. Statement indicating that the company supports the Expression of Interest and potential future participation on the Committee (including meeting travel and/or accommodation costs).
  5. A short biography (1-2 pages) detailing tertiary qualifications and experience within the industry including previous roles history.
  6. A paragraph highlighting particular skills/interests that will be brought to the Committee.

People who expressed an interest in the previous call last year are welcome to re-submit.

Expressions of Interest are due to the AFGC Secretariat by COB 29 May 2026.

Who you can talk to

Contact Anne-Marie Mackintosh for more information on any aspects of the activities of the Committee and its membership.

Dr Duncan Craig

Director,  Health, Trade & Regulatory Affairs