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(1) Dóchas Annual General Meeting - Member's Registration Required

Dóchas Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday 9th May in The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI), 6 Kildare Street, Dublin 2. Starting at 10am and finishing at 12pm, the AGM will focus on statutory business including elections to the Board, the presentation of our 2023 financial statements, and the presentation of our 2024 budget. The meeting will also discuss a special resolution to amend the Constitution of Dóchas.

Further details and documentation will issue, to those who have registered, prior to the date. Participation at the AGM is open to Dóchas Members only and is free of charge. Please register your attendance, or that of a colleague, by 30th April by emailing anna(at)dochas.ie. 

(2) Dóchas Conference and 50th Anniversary Celebration – New Speakers Announced!

We are delighted to share the first round of speakers for Dóchas’ 2024 Annual Conference; 'Dóchas at 50: Sustainable Development in a Time of Climate Crisis’ which will be held on Thursday 9 May at Royal College of Physicians, Kildare Street, Dublin 2. This year we celebrate five decades of collaboration amongst International development and humanitarian organisations in Ireland, and our collective vision for a just, equal and sustainable world. Climate change is the defining issue of our time and we are at a defining moment. At this year’s conference, we will explore climate adaptation, anticipatory action, and how we can work together towards a just transition. 

We are pleased to announce our second round of speakers for this year’s conference. Niahsnie Jayamaha, Zachary Lager, Karol Balfe, and Whelma Villar-Kennedy, will join us on the day to engage in discussions on just transition for the Global South and the impact of climate emergencies on humanitarian action. These speakers will be joined by Dr. Hugo Slim, Paul Knox Clarke, and Prof. Attiya Waris. 

Find out more and get your tickets here!

(3) UCD Innovation Academy Announced as Official Supporters of Dóchas at 50 Conference

We are thrilled to announce that the UCD Innovation Academy is supporting this year’s Dóchas conference. The UCD Innovation Academy is currently offering funded places on their MSc in Design Thinking for Sustainability, starting September 2024. This is a unique masters programme that bridges sustainability knowledge and skills, ensuring students are ready to quickly transition to new roles and opportunities upon graduation.Offers are made on a rolling basis until the programme is full but early application is advised. Find out more here, or visit the UCD Innovation Academy stand at the Dóchas conference.

Forthcoming Events

(1) Friends of the Earth’s 50th Anniversary - 27 April 

As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Friends of the Earth, we invite you to join us for a day of enlightenment and empowerment at our Education Day event on Saturday, April 27th, from 10AM to 4PM in Richmond Barracks, Inchicore, Dublin. This special occasion will be a culmination of insights, discussions, and reflections on the journey towards environmental justice and sustainability. On the day there will be a variety of talks, panels, and film screenings with a large emphasis on colonialism, fossil-fuel extraction and global development. Find out more and register here.

(2) Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders: Gaza and West Bank Emergency Update - 2 May 

Join us at the Museum of Literature Ireland (MOLI), Dublin, at 7pm on May 2 for an update on the medical humanitarian impact of this crisis from Dr Chris Hook and Emergency Coordinator Marie-Aure Perreaut Revial, returned from Gaza, and Dr Chantelle Ní Chróinín in the West Bank. Discussion moderated by Cathal Mac Coille. After over six months of war and siege, the situation in Gaza is catastrophic. The healthcare system has collapsed. Patients and medical staff are being killed. Electrical power has been cut off, clean water is scarce and our teams are treating malnutrition as hunger takes hold. MSF surgeons, doctors and nurses have provided emergency surgeries, wound treatment, medical and maternity care in overcrowded hospitals, health facilities and clinics since October 7. Find out more and register here.

Meetings, Seminars, Conferences & Workshops

(1) VSI In Person Meetup: Stop Food Waste - 27 April 

Join VSI at our in-person meetup on Saturday, 27th April! It will take place in Dublin city centre from 14:00 until 16:00. The topic for this month's meetup is Food Waste, to coincide with 'Stop Food Waste!' Day on 24th April. For anybody interested in volunteering, our meetups offer a casual space to learn about VSI and our volunteer opportunities, and to meet like-minded people. Tea and coffee will be served, and travel expenses for those coming from outside Dublin will be reimbursed. Register here. 

(2) IDEA Webinar Series: Getting to Grips with Greenwashing - 30 April 

The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is hosting the third in their webinar series ‘Exploring Contemporary Crises and Issues through Global Citizenship Education’ on Tuesday 30 April, 12.30-2pm. This webinar series aims to strengthen understanding of current crises and increase educators’ capacity and confidence to address them in educational settings. This third session will address the theme of ‘greenwashing’ as a global justice issue and equip educators to address it in their practice. Moderators and Speakers will be confirmed soon. Find out more here. 

(3) Self Help Africa: Global Science Webinar Series - 30 April & 14 May

Those interested in tackling global issues through science are invited to attend these webinars which will include contributions from post-primary students who exhibited at the Young Scientist, along with input from an expert in the field who will highlight connections between those projects and their work with communities in rural Africa. The first webinar is on the theme of Global Water and will take place on Zoom on 30 April at 2pm. Register here for the first session. The second session is on the topic of Global Soil and will take place on Zoom on 14 May at 2pm. Register here for the second session. 

(4) Boardmatch Charity Trustee Speed-dating Event - 23 May 

Boardmatch are hosting their signature Charity Trustee Speed-Dating event in the Clayton Hotel in Cork on 23 May from 5.30-8pm. This event is a unique opportunity for charities with board vacancies to meet face-to-face with enthusiastic candidates who are looking to volunteer their time and skills by serving on a charity or not-for-profit board. Now in its fifth year, Boardmatch’s Trustee Speed-Dating event has facilitated over one hundred successful board matches. Tickets are €120 charities and €20 for candidates. Find out more here. 

(5) The Wheel: Leadership Academy Breakfast Club “Leading with Vulnerability” - 23 May

Please join us at the last Breakfast Club of Series 2 on Leadership and Vulnerability, hosted in McAuley Place in Naas, Co. Kildare.  Vulnerability within leadership refers to leaders who share their emotions with their team in the hope that it will build team trust and resilience. This month’s speakers are Dr Tracey Monson, CEO of the Daughters of Charity Child and Family Services, and John Church, CEO of the ISPCC.. There will be tea, coffee and pastries available. The event is free and open to anyone in the sector, at any stage of their leadership journey. Find out more and register here. 

Situations Vacant-Paid Positions

(1) Oxfam Ireland: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

Oxfam Ireland is currently advertising vacancies for various roles. Find out more about these roles. Various closing dates apply. 

(2) GOAL: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

GOAL is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Full details are available here. Details for current invitations to tender for consultancies can be found here. Various closing dates apply.

(3) Concern Worldwide: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally 

Concern Worldwide is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in Ireland and internationally. Find out more about these roles. Various closing dates apply. 

(4) Irish Red Cross: International Vacancies

The Irish Red Cross is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Find out more about these roles. Various closing dates apply.

(5) Trócaire: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

Trócaire is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Find out more about these roles. Various closing dates apply.

(6) Irish Rule of Law: Call for Tender 

IRLI is looking for a Consultant to carry out an Evaluation of their Tanzania Programme. Candidates should provide a technical proposal explaining their comprehension of the Terms of Reference (ToR) and how they would approach this assignment, as well a financial proposal, guided by the allocated budget, outlining their expected fees and other expenses. This is a short term assignment to be carried out over a fifteen day period. Find out more here. Closing date: 28 April

(7) Jesuit Refugee Service: Multiple Opportunities 

Project Officer 

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international NGO with a mission to accompany, to serve and to advocate the cause of refugees and forcibly displaced persons. The Projects Officer position is a full-time role based in Dublin. The primary responsibility of the Project. Officer position is to coordinate development and delivery of projects in International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) centres and to support outreach and other services in accordance with the needs of residents and the strategic priorities for JRS Ireland. Travel throughout Ireland required. Initial contract is for 24 months. Application pack with Job Description available by request from david.moriarty(at)jrs.ie. Closing date: 1 May

Project Worker

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international NGO with a mission to accompany, to serve and to advocate the cause of refugees and forcibly displaced persons. The Projects Worker position is a full-time role based in Dublin. The primary responsibility of the Projects Worker position is to support the development and delivery of projects and to provide outreach and other services in International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) centres in accordance with the needs of residents and the strategic priorities for JRS Ireland. Travel throughout Ireland required. Initial contract is for 24 months. Application pack with Job Description available by request from david.moriarty@jrs.ie. Closing date: 1 May

(8) ActionAid Ireland: Acquisition Manager 

ActionAid Ireland is seeking a passionate, dynamic, caring and creative full-time Acquisition Manager to join our team on a 1 year fixed-term contract. As Acquisition Manager you will be a key leader within ActionAid Ireland’s Fundraising Team and responsible for driving and overseeing the delivery of our acquisition fundraising activities, including face to face, digital marketing and emergency appeals. You will also support the organisation with the development of our Legacy proposition and its scope and implementation into market. Find out more here. Closing date: 6 May 

(9) Good Shepherd Sisters: Safeguarding Director 

The Congregation of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd is an international apostolic religious institute of pontifical right. The Good Shepherd Sisters are present in 71 countries across five continents working for social justice and providing direct service to children and women in vulnerable positions. We are currently recruiting for a Safeguarding Director who will lead, build and foster a culture of safeguarding across all congregational entities. You will provide strategic leadership and effective management in all aspects of safeguarding. Having oversight in conjunction with the congregational safeguarding committee on the implementation of the safeguarding strategic goals. Offering leadership, direction and support to all who hold safeguarding responsibilities within the congregation. To find out more please email sec.gen(at)gssweb.org. Closing date: 6 May

(10) Irish Red Cross: Philanthropy Coordinator (Major Donors and Legacy Giving)

The Philanthropy Coordinator is responsible for delivering income from Major Donors and Legacy Gifts. We are seeking an individual with exceptional motivation and networking skills to drive the strategies in this critical and expanding area of Irish Red Cross fundraising. This is a demanding role that requires high levels of dynamism, energy, and innovation. This is an exciting role for a self-starting individual who wants to make a difference working with one of Ireland’s most respected charity organisations. Find out more here. Closing date: 7 May 

(11) CBM Ireland: Fundraising Administration Officer 

CBM Ireland, an international development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities, is seeking a Fundraising Administration Officer.  As part of a small but energetic and enthusiastic team, the Fundraising Administration Officer reports to the Fundraising Manager and is a member of the Fundraising Team, an important role in maintaining CBM Ireland’s fundraising architecture, maintaining our database and ensuring we adhere to best practice in donor engagement. The Fundraising Administration Officer role offers an excellent learning opportunity for a driven and motivated individual with a desire to develop a career in fundraising and the not-for-profit sector. Find out more here. Closing date: 15 May 

(12) Meath Partnership Familiar Faces: Project Coordinator 

Meath Partnership are currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator to set up and lead a new Befriending Service in County Meath. The service will support the successful integration of new arrivals to the county. The service will be complemented by education and training initiatives. Find out more here. Closing Date: 20 May 

Situations Vacant – Internships and Volunteer Posts 

(1) Friends of the Earth: Steering Committee Recruitment 

Dublin Friends of the Earth is the local volunteer arm of Friends of the Earth Ireland. We campaign on environmental and climate issues and our membership comprises students, professionals, parents, and grandparents! We welcome applications to our steering group committee and are especially looking for people interested in using social media! Expected commitment of 2-4hrs/week maximum. To apply please email dublin(at)foe.ie with the subject "Steering Committee Application" answering: Why you are interested in joining the Steering Committee, and What you would like to do or explore with Dublin FOE as a Steering Committee member. We expect no more than 200-300 words total. Feel free to include documents or links if these may support your application. Closing date: Applications accepted on a rolling basis 

(2) Trócaire: Board Recruitment 

Trócaire is currently seeking Expressions of Interest for several Board and Board Committee roles. Trócaire’s independent, voluntary Board of Directors and Board of Northern Ireland, supported by the Board committees, play a critical role in overseeing strategy, structure and budgets. Trócaire are seeking individuals for the following roles; a Company Director to join the Trócaire Board with charity law/ governance expertise; two new members to join the Board of Northern Ireland  with financial/accounting and legal/ compliance/ governance expertise; a new member of the Organisation and Human Resources (OHR) Committee of the Board with safeguarding expertise; and a new member of the OHR Committee of the Board with expertise on working in fragile/ conflict affected countries. Find out more here. Closing date: 26 April

(3) Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders: Digital Marketing Intern 

The Digital Marketing Intern will assist the Digital Marketing Coordinator in the overall maintenance and improvement of best practice regarding the digital marketing channels. The right candidate will be passionate about all things digital and will help with a range of digital campaigning tasks to help maximize income from online channels, including the recruitment of new supporters and the development of relationships with existing supporters. The intern will also support with maintenance of the website. Find out more here. Closing date: 2 May

(4) Christian Aid: Board Recruitment 

Christian Aid Ireland is seeking individuals to join three of its Board Committees: the Finance, Risk, and Audit Committee (IFRA); the Fundraising and Communications Committee; and the International Programmes Committee. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in Human Resources, Finance, Legal matters, fundraising, preferably acquired in the voluntary/community sector, and experience relevant to advising on international program policy and strategy. Committee members will serve terms of 3-4 years starting in November 2024. To express your interest, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role to Dr. Nicola Brady, Chair of the Nominations and Procedures Committee, via jdonaldson(at)christian-aid-org. Closing date: 31 May 

Courses and Training

(1) Boardmatch Ireland: Governance Refresher and Board Culture Training 

Boardmatch are running a special offer on two of their upcoming short courses. The first, a  Governance Refresher training is tailored to established trustees who have already attended governance training and would like a brief course to ensure they are staying up to date with the latest in charity governance. This will take place on 1 May from 5.30-8.30pm. The second session, Board Culture training is aimed at established trustees and senior staff focusing on the board's responsibility at setting the culture of the organisation. This will take place on 9 May from 5.30-8.30pm. Both courses are delivered by Boardmatch’s expert trainer Gráinne Madden. sign up for Governance Refresher and Board Culture trainings and save €20! To reserve your apot and avail of the discount please email paula(at)boardmatch.ie. 

(2) Transformative Education: A Pathway to Climate Action Course – May 2024

Meath Partnership are running our Transformative Education: A Pathway to Climate Action course for those working with young people. This course focuses on enhancing climate awareness, fostering emotional connection, inspiring behavioural change, and promoting youth empowerment to cultivate informed advocates capable of driving sustainable change globally. The course conducted in May includes four online evening sessions and one full day in person session. Participants will have the opportunity to attend further training in Porto, Portugal in July 2024 free of charge. Find out more here and register here. 

(3) Development Studies Association Ireland (DSAI): Summer School - 30 & 31 May 

In collaboration with the European Association of Development Research & Training Institutes (EADI), DSA Ireland’s annual summer school will be hosted by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). The theme is ‘Reflecting on Decolonial Development through an Indigenous and a Feminist Critical Lens’. It will be held over 2-days: 30 May online and 31 May in-person in Thurles. Connecting research, policy and practice, the programme will bring together international experts through interactive sessions to enhance the professional development of participants. Sharanya Nayak, an indigenous community activist from India will provide the keynote address. The summer school will adopt a field studies approach, with workshops taking place at a range of venues which resonate with the theme. Find out more here. 

(4) Centre for Global Health: Leadership Essentials in Global Health Summer Programme - 19 - 24 August 

The Irish Global Health Network is proud to announce the launch of "Leadership Essentials in Global Health," a five-day intensive summer programme designed to equip participants with practical skills for leading global health programmes. Hosted by the IGHN at the Centre for Global Health in Trinity College Dublin from August 19-24. With a focus on addressing the training needs of aspiring professionals in the global health sector, this programme offers the opportunity for participants to enhance their leadership capabilities, broaden their technical expertise, and contribute to positive change in global health practice. Find out more here. Closing date for scholarship applications: 15 May

Other Information

(1) Development Studies Association Ireland (DSAI): Launch of International Development Studies Course Directory

DSA Ireland’s International Development Studies course directory will be launched in University College Dublin (UCD) on Wednesday, 8th May from 6-8pm. More information on the event launch to come soon. To find out more and check the directory here. 

(2) UCD Quinn Summer Internship Programme is seeking Organisations to host Summer Interns

The UCD Quinn School of Business invites Dublin based International Development organisations to host business interns for a 6 week placement this Summer as part of the UCD Quinn Summer Internship Programme. Summer internships may be subject to either hybrid or in-person working arrangements, depending on individual company arrangements.  Commencing from 24 June through to 1 August (Mondays to Thursdays), the programme attracts applications from students in top tier undergraduate business schools primarily from the United States seeking internships in the areas of finance, accounting, marketing, business development, business analytics and HR. Find out more here. Closing date: 30 April

(3) The Wheel: Grants Available for Training Networks

The Wheel is delighted to launch Training Links 2024 – 2026. Training Links funds community and voluntary organisations to form Training Networks — groups of organisations who come together to undertake training that they may not have the opportunity to do individually. Training Networks must have a minimum of ten members, and over the course of the programme, members will work together to address a specific workforce training goal. Training Networks are invited to apply for grants ranging from €10,000.00 to €50,000.00. Applications are welcome from new, existing, previously funded networks who have completed their programme or previously unsuccessful networks. Find out more here. Closing date: 17 May

(4) International Rule of Law: Horsehair Wigs Podcast

We’re delighted to announce the latest episode of our monthly podcast Horsehair Wigs, a particularly special one for us as it spotlights Irish Rule of Law International’s justice programme in Malawi and the great work that its team members and partners are doing over there! Join journalist Evelyn McClafferty as she delves into Irish Rule of Law International’s justice program in Malawi. Hear from Susie Kiely, Country Director, on the human rights situation and resource challenges. Macdara Ó Drisceoil, Programme Lawyer, sheds light on prison system issues, while Immaculate Maluza, DPP Programme Lawyer, discusses pre-trial custody limits. Listen Here.

(5) RCSI: Be Water Podcast 

Curious about the meaning of SODIS? Wondering about microbiological pathogens? Intrigued by the significance of the Sustainable Development Goals? Interested in the utilisation of cost-effective technologies for purifying harvested rainwater? If these questions pique your interest, delve into our latest podcast: Be Water. Embark on a voyage into the realm of solar water disinfection with Be Water, exploring SURG-Water's endeavors to address clean water accessibility in rural hospitals across Malawi. Listen here. 

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