Wednesday News - Issue 30

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(1) Dóchas Worldview at All Together Now

Heading to All Together Now this bank holiday weekend? Visit the Dóchas Worldview Project at the Global Solidarity Hub in the All Curious Minds Area. Dóchas, alongside Trócaire, GOAL, and Sightsavers Ireland will be there across the weekend, hosting some great speakers and artists such as Fionnula Jay, Toshín, BenValla, and many more. There will also be exhibitions and workshops on the latest in all things global solidarity, as well as meditation sessions to rejuvenate yourself during the weekend. Find more details on the programme and information on where to find us here.

Upcoming Events and Conferences 

(1) Médecins Sans Frontières: Gaza and Sudan - Healthcare on the Frontline - 5 September 

Join Médecins Sans Frontières Ireland for a first-hand update on the medical humanitarian impact of the devastating wars in Gaza and Sudan at the Triskel Arts Centre in Cork on September 5. The situation in Gaza is catastrophic. Most of Gaza’s hospitals are out of service, after being repeatedly attacked, besieged and raided. Meanwhile, people in Sudan have faced horrific levels of violence since the war started there in March 2023. MSF is active in eight states in Sudan, providing lifesaving assistance to people affected by the violence, displacement, and disruptions in the health system. Speakers on the day include Dr Chris Hook and Emergency Coordinator Jacob Burns, returned from Gaza, and Dr Jennifer Hulse, returned from Sudan. Discussion facilitated by Graham Clifford. Find out more and register here.

Vacancies

(1) Trócaire: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

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

(2) Concern Worldwide: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

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

(3) GOAL: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

GOAL is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Find out more and apply here. Various closing dates apply.

(4) Oxfam Ireland: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally

Oxfam is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Find out more and apply here. Various closing dates apply.

(5) Irish Red Cross: Community Fundraising & Events Executive 

We are seeking a dynamic individual with exceptional motivation and networking skills to drive this critical and expanding area of Irish Red Cross fundraising. 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. The Community Fundraising & Events Executive is responsible for delivering funds from members of the public and community groups who wish to participate in activities or events for the purpose of raising funds for the Irish Red Cross. The CFEE will act as the liaison between the IRC National Office and its branch network, for the purpose of supporting and building awareness of local branch activities and their fundraising efforts. Find out more here. Closing date: 9 August

(6) Centre for Global Education: Assistant Editor

The Centre for Global Education seeks an Assistant Editor to support the publication of our peer-reviewed, open-access journal 'Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review'. This position represents an exciting opportunity to work on one of the most influential publications in the development education sector, both locally and internationally. The post is part-time (17.5 hours), and has a contract from 1 September 2024 to 31 May 2025 with prospects of extension. This is a hybrid post that involves working one day a week in the office of the Centre for Global Education and one day a week working from home. Find out more here. Closing date: 2 August

(7) UNICEF Ireland: Child Rights Schools Manager

We are looking for a dynamic programme manager to lead the implementation and expansion of UNICEF’s Child Rights Schools initiative in Ireland. Child Rights Schools is an innovative and creative programme that aims to embed child rights into the ethos and practice of primary schools in Ireland. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and project management skills, with experience in the education sector. Full-time permanent position with hybrid work policy (Dublin-based office). Find out more here. Closing date: 2 August

(8) Plan International: Supporter Retention Officer

We are looking for a dynamic fundraising professional to help develop and deliver our retention strategy, to motivate and retain our supporters. The primary purpose of the role is to deliver regular giving and cash supporter journeys across a multitude of fundraising channels, to both engage donors and maximise lifetime value. You will have a special focus on planning and delivering sponsorship communications in line with Plan Ireland’s retention strategy and that of the Plan International globally. As a Supporter Retention Officer, you will have the ability to deliver high quality supporter journeys whilst providing exceptional service to key internal and external stakeholders. You will need strong communication skills as well as proven project management and relationship management experience. Find out more here. Closing date: 6 August

(9) Front Line Defenders: MEL Manager

The MEL Manager manages the MEL Team. This includes leading on the development and overseeing the roll-out of an organisational MEL system, ensuring accountability to donors and HRDs. The MEL Manager will promote all aspects of MEL to support an organisational culture which prioritizes quality programming. This includes leading FLD’s internal learning efforts, developing and overseeing FLD’s evaluation plan, and overseeing adequate implementation of monitoring tools. This is a permanent contract and the role requires 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The salary range is from €52,015 to €66,229, with 26 days annual leave, plus benefits. Find out more here. Closing date: 10 August

(10) IDEA: Chief Executive Officer

The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to guide our organisation in line with our new Strategic Plan (2024 – 2029). This role is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team committed to fostering a just and sustainable future for all. The CEO will cultivate good practices, strengthen networks, build internal capacity, and champion Development Education. We seek a strategic leader with excellent relationship-building skills to advance Development Education in Ireland and internationally. This recruitment campaign is being managed exclusively by 2into3 on behalf of IDEA. Contact Orla Dolan at orla.dolan(at)2into3.com or +353 86 792 4696. Find out more here. Closing date: 12 August

(11) Development Perspectives: Project Coordinator for SDG Challenge Schools

Development Perspectives is seeking a Project Coordinator for the SDG Challenge Schools project. This role focuses on empowering secondary school students, teachers, and management to take meaningful action on the Sustainable Development Goals. Find out more here. Closing date: 14 August

(12) Irish Refugee Council: Receptionist and Triage Officer

The Irish Refugee Council is recruiting a Receptionist and Triage and Officer. The role is critical for the organisation and is often the first point of contact for people who access our services. The right candidate will be an excellent communicator who is able to manage a very busy reception space, respond to incoming queries from multiple sources and ensure the effective of delivery of up-to-date information. They will be organised, detail-oriented and work well in a pressured environment. The role is full-time 5 days per week (35 hours) and the salary is €33,000-€35,000. Find out more here. Closing date: 6 August

(13) Institute of International and European Affairs (IIEA): EU Researcher

The Institute of International and European Affairs (IIEA), a leading independent think-tank based in Dublin, Ireland, is currently seeking a full-time Researcher to contribute to the IIEA’s research and events programmes. Closing date for applications for this position is the 9th of August 2024. Candidates would ideally have a first class honours Masters Degree in EU and International relations, public policy or law and work experience of up to 2-3 years would be desirable. Candidates should have a deep knowledge of EU institutions, policy, politics, and the EU economy, and familiarity with themes such as enlargement, respect for rule of law, EU competitiveness and cohesion and the EU budget and the MFF. Find out more here. Closing date: 9 August

(14) Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL): Communications and Campaigns Officer

ICCL is the foremost civil liberties organisation in Ireland with a long and successful track record of defending human rights and civil liberties, including at times when the political climate was hostile to their protection. We are looking for our new Communications and Campaigns Officer who will work collaboratively with the whole ICCL team to drive our communications and campaigning agenda. If you have experience working in communications or campaigning and have a passion for the work we do, then we want to hear from you. Find out more here. Closing date: 18 August

Calls for Tender

(1) Self Help Africa: Consultant to Review Fundraising Portfolio

Self Help Africa is seeking a consultant to carry out a review of its Irish fundraising portfolio. The consultant will be tasked with reviewing fundraising activities, campaigns and revenue streams, and write an assessment of strengths and areas for potential improvement within existing activities, together with recommendations on areas for future growth of Irish fundraising income. Find out more here. Closing date: 12 August

(2) Saolta: Multiple Opportunities

Tender to Design a Module Descriptor on Migration for FET Courses

Saolta is seeking a qualified and experienced professional or organization to design a Global Citizenship Education module descriptor on Migration for FET courses at Level 4. This module is to be designed to be an elective module, at an introductory level and used for diverse FET courses within the “learning field” of Social Sciences, Journalism and Information, where applicable. Find out more here. Closing date: 9 August 

Consultant to Develop a Resource Pack on Communications

Saolta is seeking a qualified Consultant to develop a comprehensive resource pack on Communications with a focus on Global Citizenship Education. This resource pack will support the Communications modules in FET courses, specifically for Level 04 in Ireland. Communications modules are often mandatory in many FET courses in Ireland. Therefore, the resource pack aims to enhance the understanding and implementation of GCE principles within communications training for educators and learners and contribute to the development of informed, active, and responsible global citizens through ACE in Ireland. Find out more here. Closing date: 9 August

Internships 

(1) Amal Women Ireland: Website Maintenance Intern

The Amal Women's Ireland is a Muslim women-led organisation; we provide frontline services to Muslim women and women with a connection to the Muslim community nationwide. The organisation is seeking a Website Maintenance Intern for a three month period beginning in September 2024. This role involves updating and reorganising the organisation websity, boosting the NGO mission statement, mission and values, and display recent activities on social media. Find out more here or contact niera(at)amalwomenirl.com. Closing date: 30 August

Courses & Training 

(1) Irish Global Health Network: Leadership Essentials in Global Health

The in-person “Leadership Essentials Course in Global Health,” hosted by the Irish Global Health Network in Trinity College Dublin over five days in August, is dedicated to equipping participants with practical skills for leading global health programmes, particularly in resource-limited settings. This intensive programme covers tailored key topics relevant to global health development, research, and humanitarian response, providing participants with technical expertise in project planning and management. Join us for an educational experience where you’ll gain hands-on training, make meaningful connections with mentors and experts, and become a change-maker in global health. Find out more here.

(2) Quality Matters, The Wheel and NCI: Leaders for Change Level 9 Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management

Leaders for Change is an applied programme, aimed at improving specific managerial and leadership competencies for managers and executives in Irish nonprofit organisations. The course combines academic, evidence-based practices with practitioner-led knowledge and skills. The faculty are drawn from academia and from qualified senior managers/CEOs who work within capacity building and research organisations within the nonprofit sector in Ireland and internationally. Find out more here.

(3) University of Galway: MA in International Development Practice

The dynamic MA in International Development Practice (MIDP) at University of Galway focuses on the wide-ranging social, economic, political and environmental challenges of our rapidly changing world. Spanning global concerns, from sustainable development and climate action, to food security and alleviating poverty, this MA’s focus on international development challenges enables you to develop your capacities to understand and engage with both theories and practices relating to contemporary international development as a distinct career path, with a strong emphasis on inter-disciplinarity. The programme is led by highly experienced staff who work in multilateral agencies, and have a backgrounds in human rights, policy, planning, gender, migration etc, along with practical field based research experience across many countries worldwide. Find out more here.

Watch and Listen 

(1) Centre for Global Education: Listen to the new podcast "Reimagining Development"

The Centre for Global Education has launched a new podcast series called “Reimagining Development” which aims to discuss new ways of thinking about and practicing global education and international development with leading thinkers, activists, authors and practitioners in both sectors. The first series features six interviewees with Doug Bourn, Eilish Dillon, Caroline Murphy, Colm Regan, Helen Yaffe and Howard Stein. Find out more and Listen here.

(2) IRLI: Listen to the later episode of the IRLI Horsehair Wigs Podcast

For the latest episode in Irish Rule of Law International's podcast series, journalist Evelyn McClafferty catches up with Stéphanie Caligara – a lawyer and consultant with the Global Legal Action Network. Her work focuses on environmental and climate litigation, human rights and corporate accountability. She also has experience in investment treaty arbitration. Together they discuss investor state dispute settlement clauses or ISDS mechanisms. Find out more and listen here.

Other News

(1) Centre for Global Education: Call for Contributions to Policy and Practice Issue 40

The Centre for Global Education invites contributions to Issue 40 of our bi-annual, peer reviewed, open access journal Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review on the theme: “Development Education and Class”. Authors interested in submitting an article should send a completed abstract submission form to stephen(at)centreforglobaleducation.com. Find out more here. Closing date for submissions: 27 September

(2) Development Studies Association of Ireland (DSAI): Call for Abstracts and Posters

The DSAI Annual Conference 2024 will be held at University College Cork on 30th & 31st October, and will provide a platform to debate the need for just food systems in contexts of international development and planetary health. DSAI welcomes a broad range of abstracts and posters under our nine thematic study groups and general development theme. Find out more here. Closing date for submissions: 23 August

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