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Dietitians NZ
DESCRIPTION: Dietitians NZ is the most progressive and dynamic food and nutrition professional association in New Zealand. It represents dietitians and associated professionals practicing in diverse areas of dietetics.
KEY WORDS: Dietitians apply scientific knowledge about food and nutrition to individuals and groups in states of health and disease to promote optimal health outcomes within the social, economic and cultural context of the New Zealand population.
Farmers' Markets New Zealand
DESCRIPTION: The national organisation unifying a network of authentic Farmers’ Markets throughout New Zealand. Our vision is to… “create a clear distinction between Authentic Farmers’ Markets and other markets; providing the support needed by Farmers’ Markets to ensure the long term sustainability of local food production throughout New Zealand.”
KEY WORDS: Farmers’ Markets NZ, New Zealand, farmers, local, cuisine, fresh, honest to goodness, authenticity, FMNZ, market, regional, cuisine, food, produce, local producers, artisan, Taste Farmers' Markets New Zealand Awards, Outstanding In Their Fields.
IPENZ - Engineers New Zealand
DESCRIPTION: The Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) is the professional body which represents professional engineers from all disciplines in New Zealand. The terms "engineering profession" and "professional engineer/engineering" are used by the Institution in the broadest possible way, to include all those who use a systematic process of analysis, design/synthesis and implementation, strive to operate in a responsible way, are governed by a code of ethics set by their peers, and engage in continuing professional development to maintain the currency of their competence.
KEY WORDS: engineering, professional, body, nz, new, zealand, engineer, ipenz, institution, heritage, institute, career, e.nz, education, profession, jobs, employment, recruitment, vacancies, wellington, auckland, mipenz, calendar, jobhunt
New Zealand Guild of Food Writers
DESCRIPTION: The New Zealand Guild of Food Writers was formed in 1987 as a networking base for food journalists and those in allied occupations to provide opportunities to advance their knowledge of, and interest in, the specialist area of food, beverages and associated services.
All members interface with the public in some way – through magazines, newspapers, radio, TV, publishing, teaching, consultancy, PR, catering, or photography. We have a pool of knowledge we wish to share to our mutual benefit.
The Guild is run by an executive committee of professional members, with regional representatives.
KEY WORDS: NZGFW, food writers, authors, food stylists, critics, journalists, photographers, nutritionists, dietitians
Nutrition Society of New Zealand
DESCRIPTION: The Nutrition Society of New Zealand is an organisation of qualified, practising health professionals, scientists and educators with a range of backgrounds who are bound by a shared interest in nutrition. NSNZ aims to bring together members interested in researching, applying and promoting sound nutrition. NSNZ promotes the science of nutrition, particularly the role of nutrition in growth and development, health and well-being in humans and animals.
The aims of NSNZ are
• To promote sound, ethical, safe and effective research in nutritional sciences
• To develop sound practice in nutrition for public good
• To effectively communicate the benefits of good nutrition
• To provide foster discussion and exchange information on nutrition related subjects and provide a forum for discussion.
• To promote professional development of members
KEY WORDS: Membership is open to individuals who have “a genuine interest in the science of human and/or animal nutrition” and support NSNZ’s aim of “advancing the scientific study of nutrition and its applications to optimising the health and well-being of humans and animals”.
NZIFST (NZ Institute of Food Science & Technology)
DESCRIPTION: A non profit organisation for New Zealand food industry professionals, in particular food scientists and food technologists. Incorporating DIANZ, the Dairy Industry Association of New Zealand.
NZIFST, the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology, is the professional link uniting people in the food industry who apply science and technology to the processing and distribution of foods.
The Institute is committed to the promotion and advancement of Food Science and Technology, one of New Zealands most important industries and professions. Through regular Branch meetings, a fortnightly email newsletter, technical seminars and workshops, and an annual conference, a high level of member contact and participation is maintained. NZIFST Employment - jobs in food science, engineering and technology.
KEY WORDS: food technology, food science, food engineering, NZIFST, Council, Divisions, Branches, careers, jobs, vacancies, Food New Zealand, conference, food safety, Crash Courses, seminars, workshops.
NZOQ
DESCRIPTION: NZOQ is a non-profit, professional society dedicated to providing leadership in the adoption of the principles of quality management and best practice in New Zealand. Quality is vital to New Zealand organisations and individuals if they are to succeed in the increasingly competitive marketplace. Since 1977, we have provided leadership in the advancement of quality management and best business practices. NZOQ's strength is the diversity of our members whose skills and experience span the spectrum of New Zealand industry sectors. We support our members through networking, information sharing and training initiatives. NZOQ is also a registered Private Training Establishment (PTE).
KEY WORDS: NZOQ, New Zealand Organisation for Quality, Quality, Workplace, Environment, Quality, Non-profit, Professional, Leadership, Management, ISO 9000, ISO 90001, ISO 9004, QNewZ
The Oils & Fats Specialist Group of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry
DESCRIPTION: The Oils & Fats Specialist Group of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry is a special interest group that keeps its members in touch with both industrial and academic developments in the oils and fats field in New Zealand by technical seminars, conferences and newsletters. On our site you will also find useful oils & fats-related news, technical papers, articles, and links.
KEY WORDS: Oils & Fats Group, NZIC, professional interest group, Oils& Fats News, lipids, Handbook of Australasian Edible Oils
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