Wednesday News - Issue 13 2025

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(1) Dóchas AGM 2025 - 8 May

Starting at 10am, the meeting will focus on statutory business, including elections to the Board of Dóchas and the presentation of our 2024 financial statements and budget for 2025. Members will also receive an update on highlights from 2024 and plans for 2025, consider an application for full membership and participate in a discussion on the future of ODA. To register please email anna(a)dochas.ie by 16th April 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) UCDVO: UCDVO Film Series - 23 April

Hosted in the UCD Cinema the UCDVO Film Series welcomes the UCD community and guests to engage with five of the very best global justice documentaries from the year. Each screening is accompanied by a speaker and an opportunity for discussion. Screenings are free of charge, all are welcome but seats must be reserved in advance at info.ucdvo(a)ucd.ie Check out the programme here.

(3) IDEA: IDEA Annual Conference 2025 - 28 May

The Irish Development Education Association is inviting participants and IDEA members to register for their 2025 Annual Conference, ‘Reclaiming Ground for Hope, Alternatives, and Action. Find out more here.

(4) Comhlámh: Palestinian Short Films Festival - 10 April

Join us for an evening of powerful storytelling through Palestinian cinema. This special screening brings together a selection of thought-provoking short films that highlight the resilience, creativity, and diverse voices of Palestinian filmmakers. Find out more here.

(5) Comhlámh Justice for Palestine Member Group: ’Prisoners of the Occupation’ Theatre Production - 20-22 May

Comhlámh Justice for Palestine Member Group proudly presents the Irish premiere of Prisoners of the Occupation - a gripping and thought-provoking political theatre piece created in collaboration with Palestinian political prisoners. Don’t miss this powerful portrayal of resilience and resistance on stage, which shines a light on the human rights violations faced by Palestinian political prisoners and to raise money for the ADDAMEER Prisoner Support and Human Rights Association. Find out more here.

(6) Irish Network for Education Worldwide: Irish Launch of 2024/25 Global Education Monitoring Report - 11 April

The Irish Network for Education Worldwide (INEW) and the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, are hosting the Irish Launch of the 2024/5 GEM Report on leadership in education. The event is kindly supported by Irish Aid. Due to limited seating, early registration is highly recommended. Please confirm if you would like to attend to coordinator(a)inew.ie. The report will be officially launched in Ireland by Irish Aid and will feature a special address by the Department of Education, presentation of the report’s key findings by the GEM Report’s Director, Manos Antoninis, a response of a Youth Advocate, and a panel discussion with national and international experts from NAPD, INTO, Concern Worldwide, and IDEA, sharing insights and lessons from the report. Find out more here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops

(1) 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.

(2) IDEA: ‘Between Neutrality and Militarisation’ Webinar - 30 April

The Irish Development Education Association is receiving registration for their third webinar in the webinar series Exploring Contemporary Crises and Issues through Global Citizenship Education: Between Neutrality and Militarisation.Global tensions are rising, with increasing drumbeats of war and militarism. What does the future hold for Ireland’s role internationally? This third session will explore the topics of militarisation, neutrality, and peace education. How do we explore militarisation through this lens and encourage critical thinking in the face of political hostilities? Find out more here.

(3) Carmichael: Carmichael & Davy- New Charities SORP, key changes and implications for Charities - 15 April

Carmichael and Davy Institutional Consulting are jointly hosting an information sharing webinar on the new Charities SORP and the consultation process. Speakers will be Kevin Timoney, Chief Economist at Davy, Andrea Shupinski, an expert in accountancy and taxation within the charity and not-for- profit sector, Angela Monaghan a Director in the not-for-profit Audit & Assurance team at Forvis Mazars and Mike O’Halloran, a Technical Manager with Chartered Accountants Ireland. 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) 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.

(4) 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.

(5) 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.

(6) Procurement, Logistical and Events Specialist - 4 April

This person will play a key role in supporting the Irish Red Cross team with procurement and ensuring a reliable and cost-effective supply of services essential for seamless operations ensuring alignment with funder guidelines. Find out more here.

(7) Community Sponsorship Ireland Coordinator - 13 April

The successful candidate will support and coordinate a programme of work that builds on the experience the Irish Red Cross has acquired over many years of involvement in refugee resettlement and in the Community Sponsorship Ireland Programme. Find out more here.

(8) 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.

(9) The Irish Global Health Network: Communications and Events Lead - 4 April

The Irish Global Health Network (IGHN) is an independent network of people from different backgrounds, sectors and disciplines who are concerned with health inequities and issues that impact on the health and development of populations at a global level, with a particular commitment to those living in middle and low- income countries. We are seeking a dynamic Communications and Events Lead to manage our digital presence, communications strategy, and high-profile events, ensuring IGHN continues to engage and inform diverse audiences across Ireland and internationally. The successful candidate will provide broad support for IGHN and be the main focal point for all communications and events. Find out more here. 

(10) The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Education Officer - 15 April

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade invites applications for the position of Education Officer to support Irish Aid’s work on global citizenship and development education. The post of Education Officer is open, on a secondment basis, to serving primary, post-primary and further education teachers/trainers as well as adult education officers, youth workers and Youth Reach co-ordinators working in further education colleges and adult and community education settings. The Education Officer will have responsibility for supporting global citizenship education policy including promotion of global citizenship education in the formal and non-formal education sectors. Find out more here.

(11) Friends of the Earth: Finance Officer - 13 April

Reporting to the Head of Finance and Compliance, the Finance Officer will deliver crucial financial support for advancing one of our four organisational goals. To ensure Friends of the Earth has the robust governance and effective management systems, and the appropriate financial resources, to maximise our impact and to cultivate a positive working environment.The climate crisis is in the public mind like never before and Friends of the Earth is growing as Ireland and the world step up efforts to cut emissions fast enough to prevent complete climate breakdown. This is a role for someone with strong financial skills and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, multi-programmes led organisation. Find out more here.

(12) Friends of the Earth: CEO - 13 April

We are seeking a strategic and experienced CEO to lead this change-making organisation at a crucial domestic and international moment for climate, the environment and social justice, a moment when Ireland is not on course to meet its legally binding climate targets. Find out more here. 

Calls for Tender

(1) The Irish Red Cross: Call for Tender Face-to-Face Support Consultant April 2025 - 7 April

The IRC are looking to engage a highly experienced Face-to-Face fundraising consultant to help us set up and launch a Face-to-Face pilot. This is a critical initiative as we aim to significantly expand our regular giving donor base to advance the work of the IRC at home and abroad. The consultant will work directly with the Individual Giving Manager on the set up and launch of the Irish Red Cross Face-to-Face programme. Find out more here.

(2) IDEA: Call for Tender; Analysis of Data from 2024 - Code of Good Practice for Development Education in Ireland - 23 April

The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is seeking a researcher to analyse the data gathered during 2024 as part of the IDEA Code of Good Practice for Development Education (DE) in Ireland. The research will examine what the Code data represents about Development Education practice in Ireland including strengths, gaps, innovation, and how this data can help articulate the impact of DE in Ireland. The research will culminate in a report reflecting insights and observations by the researcher, findings on the impact of the DE sector in Ireland, and potential areas for future strategic development of the Code. Find out more here. 

Volunteering Opportunities

(1) Voluntary Service International: Volunteer for Peace with Voluntary Service International in 2025 

VSI have launched our 2025 programme of short-term International Volunteer Projects in Europe, and there are more than 200 short term projects to choose from! Various deadlines apply. To find out more click the link here.  

Courses and Training

(1) Maynooth University:  Post-graduate programmes at MU Department of International Development - 30 June

Join us at the Department of International Development, Maynooth University, on our PG and MA programmes, which start in September 2025 (full- or part-time). These include our PG Cert.in Global Citizenship Education, MA in International Development, and our MA in International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice. Through them, participants will critically engage with important contemporary issues and enhance their understanding, knowledge and skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others at personal, local and global levels. Find out more here.

(2) Development Perspectives: Erasmus+ Youth Worker Training – "Local2Global"- 8 April

Are you a youth worker committed to fostering global citizenship? Enhance your skills and expand your knowledge through Local2Global, an Erasmus+ funded training program designed to support professional growth in youth work. This intensive training offers a unique opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals, develop new competencies, and explore innovative approaches to youth work on a global scale. Find out more here.

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