Wednesday News - Issue 11 2025
Check out the latest edition of Dóchas' Wednesday News, a weekly newsletter sharing information, updates, and opportunities relating to the Irish international development and humanitarian sector! Each week we share details of upcoming events and workshops, employment and internship opportunities, trainings on offer, and much more.
19 Mar 2025
Upcoming events and conferences
(1) VSI: VSI Spring In-person Meetup 'Empowering Solidarity' with Comhlámh Justice for Palestine Group - 5 April
Join VSI for our Spring Meetup, where we are collaborating with Comhlamh’s ‘Justice for Palestine’ Group to explore the topic of Palestinian rights. This meetup will be in-person in Dublin city centre on 5th April from 14:00 – 16:00. You can find out more and register to attend here.
(2) STAND: STAND Changemakers Academy Ceremony - 21 March
The Changemakers Academy is STAND’S most extensive and in-depth programme, designed for university students passionate about global issues and social justice activism. This year, 25 participants from 18 countries have thrown themselves into the creation of this global community of advocates, activists and changemakers through STAND's Academy. At the ceremony, the audience will hear about their stories and creative solutions that have emerged in response to challenges relating to the environment, political participation, mental health and inclusion. Find out more here.
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops
(1) Carmichael: Recruit, Retain & Reap the Rewards: Why Age Diversity Matters - 28 March
As part of the National Training Fund (NTF) 2025 Programme, Carmichael is hosting a free NTF webinar on “Recruit, Retain & Reap the Rewards: Why Age Diversity Matters” with Mark Fenton. Find out more here.
(2) The Comhlámh End Orphanage Volunteering Working Group: Beyond Good Intentions- Keeping Children Safe in Volunteering & Development - A Cambodian expert perspective on safeguarding in the Global South - 31 March
Join us for an insightful in-person workshop to explore a vital challenge facing the international development sector – ensuring children are protected from harm in development programming. This workshop will offer a unique opportunity to learn from Cambodian expert Im Chetra, the Executive Director of M’lup Russey, a prominent NGO that works on the ground in Cambodia to enhance the lives of children deprived of parental care. Find out more here.
(3) Carmichael: Charities Amendment Act 2024 Webinar -10 April
As part of the National Training Fund (NTF) 2025 Programme, Carmichael is hosting a free NTF webinar on “Charities Amendment Act 2024” with Andrea Shupinski. Find out more here.
Vacancies
(1) Trócaire: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally
Trócaire is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.
(2) Oxfam Ireland: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally
Oxfam is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.
(3) Donor Marketing Executive - 24 March
Oxfam Ireland is currently looking for a Donor Marketing Executive to join our Fundraising team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in providing Oxfam Ireland supporters with the best experience possible, encouraging donor retention to maximise lifetime value and engagement whilst consistently putting our donors at the heart of everything we do. Find out more here.
(4) Concern Worldwide: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally
Concern Worldwide is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in Ireland and internationally. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.
(5) GOAL: Vacancies in Ireland and internationally
GOAL is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.
(6) Irish Red Cross: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally
The Irish Red Cross is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.
(7) Media and Communications Manager - 20 March
This is a key role within a small team, where you will be responsible for press office, media relations, and driving integrated communications campaigns across media and other channels to engage target audiences. You will have excellent writing skills, a keen eye for detail, experience engaging with senior stakeholders, a creative flair and be well organised. You will be capable of working on your own initiative, as well as being part of a team and you will enjoy working in fast-paced environment. Find out more here.
(8) Facilitator for Community Based Health in Justice Prison to Community project - 24 March
The IRC is now seeking to recruit a facilitator to work alongside the current staff and volunteers and provide support, leadership and mentorship. In addition to facilitation, the role will include opportunities to assist in the further implementation and expansion of the Prison to Community Project in the community. Find out more here.
(9) Research Coordinator for Community Based Health in Justice - 24 March
The key role of this position is to coordinate research and evaluation activities that assist in consolidating evidence-based practices of the programme nationally and internationally. Find out more here.
(10) Plan International Ireland: Desk Officer - 30 March
Plan International Ireland is seeking a Desk Officer to join their Programmes Department, managing institutional grants and funding for humanitarian, protracted crises, and development projects. This role involves collaborating with Country Offices and technical experts to enhance grant design and management, support business development, and showcase Plan International Ireland's impact. The Desk Officer will oversee grant management, compliance, and financial management for grants from EU ECHO, INTPA, ECW, and UN agencies. Additionally, they will support Country Offices in developing and reviewing Country Strategic Plans, provide ongoing technical and compliance support, and promote innovative and scalable programme approaches. Find out more here.
(11) Supporter Care Administrator - 24 March
Plan International Ireland seeks a highly motivated, organized Supporter Care Administrator to join their fundraising team. The role involves nurturing relationships with supporters via telephone, email, post, and in-person, handling incoming communications, processing donations, and ensuring GDPR-compliant data accuracy. Additionally, the administrator will manage day-to-day office tasks, support the Individual Giving Officer, and engage the public to support Plan International Ireland’s mission to protect children's rights and promote gender equality. Find out more here.
(12) SeeBeyondBorders Ireland: Fundraising and Education Manager - 31 March
SBBI is an award winning development organisation established to build an Irish footprint in support of inclusive education for all Cambodian children. SBBI works in partnership with our colleagues in SeeBeyondBorders Cambodia in their work to bring about positive and sustainable change through evidence-based programmes, in particular by building support and engagement on the island of Ireland for the work on the ground in Cambodia. Find out more here.
(13) University College Dublin: Lecturer/Assistant Professor, UCD School of Politics and International Relations - 7 April
UCD's School of Politics and International Relations (SPIRe) is recruiting for a lecturer / assistant professor (permanent) in politics, international relations and/or development studies. In pursuit of its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusiveness, the School especially welcomes applications from women, minorities, and from around the globe. Find out more here.
Calls for Tender
(1) Dóchas: Call for Tender- Worldview Market Researchers - 30 March
Dóchas - Worldview is looking for established market researchers to conduct the nationally representative Worldview annual survey. Key components of this tender are ensuring longitudinal fidelity, upholding the established segmentation process to create the widely recognised Worldview segments, and continuing the project's nationally representative annual robust research of around 50 questions, following a revision down from the current 77 questions. Dóchas wish to enter a three-year contract on this work. See the full posting and how to apply here.
(2) Dóchas: Call for Quotations - Worldview Strategic Consultancy - 30 March
Dóchas - Worldview wishes to contract strategic consultant(s) with specific experience and expertise in researching public perceptions of international development and ODA, to advise the Worldview public engagement research project and formulate, analyse, and report on the agile 'Part B' questions of the research. The consultant(s) will work with the project manager and in collaboration with stakeholders to identify, develop, and analyse topics for the dynamic ‘Part B’ of the research, and act as a ‘critical friend’ to the project over the several years. See the full posting and how to apply here.
(3) CBM Ireland - Call for Artists: Help Shape a Fairer and Sustainable Future with CBM Ireland - 31 March
CBM Ireland, in collaboration with key project partners, is seeking talented artists or collectives to create highly interactive, participatory, and accessible artworks for the Funding Fairer Futures (FFF) climate and social justice project. This initiative is all about amplifying the voices of often marginalised communities and ensuring that their experiences and expertise shape the climate movement. Find out more here.
Volunteering Opportunities
(1) Irish Development Education Association: Board Member with HR/People and Culture Expertise - 24 March
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is seeking a new Board (National Council) member with significant experience in human resources (HR) and people and culture. This is a voluntary role, and the successful candidate will provide strategic HR insight to support the development of IDEA’s people and culture strategy. If you are interested in this role, please apply via Boardmatch or if you have specific questions, please contact sal(a)ideaonline.ie. Find out more here.
(2) EAPPI: Now recruiting human rights monitors for 2026 - 23 March
Our human rights monitors are called Ecumenical Accompaniers, or EAs. EAs spend three months in Palestine and Israel witnessing and monitoring human rights violations and standing in solidarity with local peace activists. When they come home, they give talks in their local communities and advocate for an end to the military occupation of Palestine. EAs need to be adaptable, physically and emotionally robust, open to hearing different perspectives and able to represent EAPPI in a professional manner. Find out more here.
Courses and Training
(1) GOAL: NextGen Youth Programme - 1 April
GOAL’s NextGen Youth Programme brings together young people from all over the world to better understand global justice issues and deepen their understanding of Global Citizenship. This programme will guide young, motivated changemakers to learn all about the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in relation climate and health systems, and how we can strive to create a fairer and more sustainable future for all. Participants will collaborate in creating awareness-raising materials to help share their learnings and hopes for our connected world. The programme is a 10-week engagement with young people in Ireland and select GOAL programme countries focused on creating the learning and empowerment opportunities necessary for positive youth-led change. Find out more here.
Watch and Listen
(1) Irish Rule of Law International: Impunity for Israeli leadership despite ICC arrest warrants?
Dr. John Reynolds of Maynooth University discusses the reaction of states to the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the country’s former defence minister Yoav Gallant over suspected war crimes in Gaza. Listen here.
Other News
(1) Charities Regulator: Charities Regulator Stakeholder Forum now open for nominations - 25 March
The Charities Regulator’s stakeholder forum was created in 2023 as a direct channel of communication with charity trustees to ensure the views and feedback of volunteers from across the sector, who are responsible for overseeing the operations of charities, are considered when the Charities Regulator is developing policies, guidance and regulatory materials. While the forum operated on a pilot basis from 2023 to 2024, the Charities Regulator sees it as a long-term initiative. The Regulator is currently seeking nominations for the next stakeholder forum To nominate a charity trustee for the stakeholder forum. Find out more here.