Legal Representative - Disciplinary Committee
The Veterinary Nurses Council of AustraliaThe Veterinary Council of Australia (VNCA) is seeking to recruit a legal representative for a position on its newly-formed Disciplinary Committee.
The Disciplinary Committee operates under Terms of Reference that identify the purpose, structure, authority and reporting of the activities of the Committee.
The VNCA Disciplinary Committee handles complaints arising from VNCA members, and individuals registered or listed under the Australian Veterinary Nurse and Technician (AVNAT) Registration Scheme.
The legal representative will be required to provide a legal viewpoint and perspective to matters that are brought to the committee for discussion. These meetings may require pre-reading and preparation.
We are seeking a person with the following characteristics:
- Demonstrated expertise to represent a legal perspective in Committee deliberations
- Ability and willingness to participate in meetings with Committee members
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to access websites, to respond to email communications, and to take part in teleconferences
Meeting commitment required for this role: annually in-person, and monthly as required, duration up to two hours
To apply please submit:
- your resume
- a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience will make a contribution to the VNCA Disciplinary Committee
Commencement expected April 2019. For queries please contact Nicoll Heaslip, Executive Officer: 03 9586 6022