Job Title: Veterinary Nurse / Breeding Programme Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team as a Breeding Programme Assistant. This is a full-time, permanent position that requires local and national travel.
About the Role:
* Support the day-to-day running of the breeding programme, including assisting with matings, pregnant stock, pups, and placement administration.
* Facilitate recruitment processes for breeding programme volunteers.
* Support with placement of stock on the programme.
* Management of necessary veterinary health records, check-ups and treatments.
* Liaise with puppy raisers, communicate breeding outcomes, and provide updates to volunteers and private breeders.
* Investigate and address complaints regarding breeding dogs and take appropriate action with support of the supervisor.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for the breeding colony and report monthly key metrics.
* Be available to travel nationally and internationally to collect puppies and dogs.
* Liaise with Technical, Breeding, Client Services and Puppy Raising teams around health and welfare of dogs, providing advice and assistance as needed.
Requirements:
* Experience in veterinary nursing and registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
* Certificate in Animal Welfare, Dog Handling or equivalent.
* Demonstrated ability in dog handling/training.
* Proven record for consistently meeting and exceeding goals and delivering excellent performance.
* Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills.
* Proven interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with volunteers and external stakeholders.
* Full clean driving licence is essential.
This role will suit someone with a background in dog handling, veterinary nursing or animal welfare. If you are passionate about making a difference in animal welfare, please apply.