About the Veterinary Council of Ireland
The Veterinary Council of Ireland is an independent statutory body set up under the Veterinary Practice Act 2005, as amended. For public accountability purposes, the Veterinary Council of Ireland operates under the aegis of the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
The principal function of the Veterinary Council of Ireland is to regulate the practice of veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing in Ireland, in the interest of animal health and welfare, and public health.
Other responsibilities of the Veterinary Council of Ireland include public protection through the maintenance of standards in the practice of veterinary medicine and nursing through the accreditation and supervision of veterinary education, safeguarding and maintenance of the Register of Veterinary Practitioners and Register of Veterinary Nurses, certification and registration of veterinary practice premises, standards for veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing required in a binding Code of Professional Conduct and through disciplinary action in cases of professional misconduct.
The Registrar leads the Executive team, in delivering the strategy of the Veterinary Council of Ireland through the day-to-day operations.
09 December 2024
VCI Role Vacancy – Registration Manager
An opportunity arises for a committed and reliable leader to join a strong team in the Veterinary Council executive as Registration Manager. Reporting to the Registrar, Registration Manager will be responsible for the maintenance and access to the Registration of veterinary practitioners and veterinary nurses, to include annual registration renewal and reviewing applications for registration which have been prepared by the Registration Officer. The Registration Manager ensures compliance with the VCI’s Registration process.
How to apply
Applicants should submit, on or before 10th January 2025, by email to info@vci.ie :-
- A letter of application detailing how your qualifications and experience relate to the position
- A current CV
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09 December 2024
VCI Role Vacancy – Education and Professional Development Manager (Maternity Leave Contract Cover 2025-2026)
An opportunity arises for a committed and reliable leader to join a strong team in the Veterinary Council executive as Education & Professional Development Manager, for a maternity leave cover period in March 2025 t0 2026. Reporting to the Registrar, the Education & Professional Development Manager will be responsible for leading the VCI Executive Team in education, education standards, continuing education and education policy. This role will be responsible for the evolution, monitoring and improvement of education standards in veterinary nursing and veterinary medicine, and overseeing the Council’s compliance with national and European policy and requirements in relation to veterinary education.
How to apply
Applicants should submit, on or before 10th January 2025, by email to info@vci.ie :-
- A letter of application detailing how your qualifications and experience relate to the position
- A current CV
For further information on the role please click here
For further information on this role (as Gaeilge) please click here
18 November 2024
VCI Role Vacancy – Education Officer
An opportunity arises for a committed and reliable member to join a strong team in the Veterinary Council executive as Education Officer. Reporting to the Education & Professional Development Manager, the Education & Professional Development Officer will be responsible a range of administrative tasks relating to accreditation, education and continuing veterinary education (CVE) for registered veterinary practitioners and veterinary nurses.
How to apply
Applicants should submit, on or before 18th December 2024, by email to info@vci.ie :-
- A letter of application detailing how your qualifications and experience relate to the position
- A current CV
For further information on the role please click here
For further information on this role (as Gaeilge) please click here