Wednesday News - Issue 36

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Dóchas News 

(1) Upcoming Seminar: From Presentation to Representation: Participation and working collaboratively and collectively with Disabled People and their Organisations (DPOs) - 4 October

The Dóchas Disability in International Development Working Group invites you to join us online on October 4th at 11.30 for a one-hour seminar titled ' From Presentation to Representation: participation and working collaboratively with Disabled People and their Organisations (DPOs)' - an international perspective. Working in partnership is where we find local solutions to local challenges, and it is a key aspect of disability equality. Meaningful engagement and support are also vital elements, helping us reach those often overlooked in many spaces and amplifying their voices. In this talk, we will hear from disabled and non-disabled panelists from Kenya, Malawi, and Ireland about these issues and more, from an international, and indeed national, perspective. Find out more and register here.

(2) Dóchas Annual Membership Feedback Survey and Network Mapping Survey

This September, Dóchas will be inviting members to participate in its annual feedback survey. This survey is an important tool for us to gather insights into our performance and identify potential areas for further collaboration within the network. In addition to the feedback survey, Dóchas will also distribute a brief Network Mapping Survey. This survey builds on a network mapping exercise initiated in 2022 and aims to continue the collection of information from the first round. The data collected will help us map the profiles, connections, and shared interests of our members. Both surveys will be sent to focal points from member organisations next week.

Upcoming Events & Conferences 

(1) Irish Red Cross: International Humanitarian Law Conference "75 years of Geneva Conventions - A Time to Reaffirm Commitments to the Rules of War" - 2 October 

This full day event will mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions and will include a broad range of speakers from different backgrounds, including representatives from the Department of Foreign Affairs, the humanitarian sector, academia and the media. The event will also feature an exhibition and provide space to bring together those with an interest in IHL. Find out more and register here.

(2) IGHN: Conference 2024: Fostering Humanity - Promoting Health Equity for a Better Planet - 2 & 3 October 

The Irish Global Health Network (IGHN) and the RCSI Institute of Global Surgery are pleased to invite you to the upcoming conference, “Fostering Humanity: Promoting Health Equity for a Better Planet,” taking place on October 2nd and 3rd, 2024 at College Hall, RCSI, Dublin. In a world marked by diversity and interconnectedness, achieving global health equity requires a profound re-evaluation of our approaches. This conference serves as a call to action—bringing together thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, and advocates to foster a sense of shared humanity and dismantle colonial legacies in global health. Global Health Village stall bookings are also open and filling up, so book your stall now via our website. Find out more and get your tickets here.

(3) National Women's Council of Ireland: Where are women organising? Dublin Arts and Human Rights Festival - 15 October 

National Women's Council of Ireland, in partnership with the Dublin Arts & Human Rights festival, has created this online event of women leading in the trade union movement, anti-racist and reproductive rights activism, and international solidarity campaigning. Women have always been at the forefront of organising, campaigning and agitating for change across many crucial issues. Their style, determination and flexibility has often been overlooked. This online discussion will capture how and where women are leading in the current struggles for women’s rights. Find out more and register here.

(4) International Rule of Law Ireland (IRLI): Annual Conference: Recent and Key Commercial Litigation Updates - 24 October 

IRLI will be hosting our annual commercial law conference on the 24th October, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm at the Gaffney Room, Distillery Building, 145-151 Church Street, Dublin. The theme of the conference will be "Recent and Key Commercial Litigation Updates" with Rossa Fanning, Attorney General who will deliver the opening address and Justice Liam Kennedy will chair the event. Find out more and register here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops 

(1)  IFIAD: National Youth Food Summit - 20 September 

The National Youth Food Forum will host a National Youth Food Summit on 20th September at the Airfield Estate, Dublin 14. 12am - 5pm. This event will bring together students and young people for a series of interactive workshops, panel discussions, and film screenings, all centered around agrifood systems, sustainability, innovation, and food security. Find out more and register here.

(2) IDEA: Theory of Change for Global Citizenship Education: Introductory session for IDEA members - 24 September 

The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) will host an introductory session on the development of a Theory of Change for Global Citizenship Education on Tuesday 24 September, 2.30-3.30pm, online via Zoom, led by Anna Cesari and Lisa-Marie Salley-Kerhascoet from Organisational Development Support (ODS). The session will introduce members to the planned process to create a collaborative Theory of Change for GCE and will also give a short introduction to Theories of Change and what they are. For any questions on the process please email elaine(at)ideaonline.ie. Find out more and register here.

(3) Beyond Barriers: Webinar on 'Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve a Localised Humanitarian Response' - 3 October 

We are pleased to invite you to a presentation of the findings from the Beyond Barriers research project on localisation. The Beyond Barriers project, funded by USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance, led by Concern Worldwide in partnership with a team of five research partners and with funding from USAID’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), aimed to identify the barriers that limit locally-led humanitarian action and propose actionable solutions to those challenges. The event will take place online on Thursday 3rd October from 2-3.30pm. Find out more and register here.

(4) VSI: Our Shared Future: Creating your Climate Utopia - 5 October

You are invited to VSI’s next monthly meetup which takes place in-person in Dublin on Saturday 5th October from 14:00 – 16:00. This meetup is on ‘Future climate utopias’, where we will explore what our ideal climate future would look like. It will take place in Carmichael Centre for Voluntary Organisations, Dublin 7 and refreshments will be provided. Public transport costs will be reimbursed if coming from outside Dublin. Wheelchair accessible venue. Find out more and register here.

(5) WHH, Concern Worldwide & IFHV: Launch of the 2024 Global Hunger Index - 10 October

As the world commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 20th anniversary of the Voluntary Guidelines on the Right to Food, international law and the universal right to adequate food are blatantly disregarded in many parts of the world. Conflict, climate change and economic crises converge to exacerbate structural inequalities and fuel the hunger crisis. Widespread gender inequality increases vulnerability to food and nutrition insecurity, and to the impacts of climate change. Join us as we discuss the findings of the 2024 Global Hunger Index and explore how advancing gender justice can create a climate-resilient world where all people are guaranteed the right to adequate food to lead healthy, productive lives. Find out more and register here.

(6) Sanctuary Runners: Global Solidarity Run - 19 October 

The Global Solidarity Run, organised by Sanctuary Runners, is a unique event where people can run, jog or walk any distance as part of one global team.People around the world will come together on October 19th, 2024, in an act of global solidarity with people living through forced displacement and extreme poverty. Sanctuary Runner groups in 40-locations across Ireland will be marking the day with runs, jogs and walks. Thanks to support from Strava, individual runners the world over can take part too and share their efforts through the social network. The Global Solidarity Run is an initiative by Sanctuary Runners, an Irish Solidarity-Through-Sport movement, and supported by Irish Aid, the Ireland Funds and Strava. 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. 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) Irish Red Cross:  Assistant Finance Administrator - Migration Programme

Migration is a priority focus for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement internationally as well as for the IRC in Ireland. Ireland, along with other countries, has experienced considerably more inward migration in recent years from people in need of protection and, as a result, is challenged to respond with appropriate supports for all affected. The primary purpose of this role is to support with the responsible management of finances for the Irish Red Cross Migration Programme. The role will also provide administration support to the department. Find out more here. Closing date: 29 September

(4) GOAL: Global Accountability Advisor 

GOAL has responded to the world’s major humanitarian crises since its founding in 1977, working with vulnerable communities in more than 60 countries over the last 40 years. The Global Accountability Advisor will provide support to the design and implementation of accountability programming with the Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM) across GOAL's strategic goals. GOAL offers staff flexible working with our hybrid model, we require our HQ employees to work 2 days per week from our office in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin. We can offer remote roles to people located in the UK. Find out more and apply here. Closing date: Rolling basis 

(5) Oxfam Ireland: Senior Policy and Evaluation Coordinator

Oxfam Ireland is looking for policy researchers specialising in climate justice and / or economic inequality to join our growing team of advocates who want to fight inequality at home and abroad. If you are comfortable with policy detail and writing, enjoy collaborating with teams in a busy environment and like to work closely with politicians and civil society then we would like to hear from you. Find out more here. Closing date: 19 September

(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 04 November 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: 30 September

(7) Misean Cara: Project Officer (Research and Resources)

The Project Officer will work under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator, supporting the delivery of the plan of work, including liaising with member organisations and project teams, conducting research, developing resources, compiling reports and gathering learning. The position will involve international travel to Kenya, Uganda, Zambia and South Africa. Find out more here. Closing date: 25 September 

(8) Irish Global Health Network: Finance & Administrative Officer

The Irish Global Health Network (IGHN) are looking for a dynamic person to join our team to support IGHN and ESTHER in all financial and administrative activities. Unique flexible, part-time (Team meeting every Tuesday) and interesting finance and administrative position to work with IGHN. Find out more here. Closing date: 5 October

(9) Self Help Africa: Country Director for The Gambia

The Country Director will lead the country team and take ownership for the continuation of programme growth in The Gambia in line with the organisational and country strategy. Projects in The Gambia focus on sustainable land systems, food systems, and enterprise development, with a team of around 30 staff and an annual budget of approx. euro 2.5million. The majority of the team are in The Gambia  and we have a smaller programme in neighbouring Senegal that the Gambia team closely collaborates with. It is planned for the Senegal programme to also grow to the point where it will have a separate management structure and programme portfolio. Find out more here. Closing date: 7 October 

Volunteering Opportunities

(1) Misean Cara: Fundraising Committee Members

The purpose of the Fundraising Committee is to oversee and support Misean Cara's strategy to diversify and increase funding and advise on the sources and purposes of prospective donations and fundraising. The Committee meets a minimum of three times per year and hold responsibility for reviewing and reporting to the Board on Misean Cara’s fundraising activities against targets and advise on strategy. The Committee will work the Donor Engagement Manager and CEO to determine the future fundraising activities that Misean Cara will undertake and will help to identify and assist the DEM. Committee members act as Misean Cara fundraising ambassadors and seize available opportunities to promote the organisation. Find out more and apply here. Closing date: Rolling basis

Other News

(1)  Concern Worldwide

Concern Connect

Are you aged 18-25? Have you been involved with Concern activities when you were in school: as a debater, a fundraiser or maybe you took part in a workshop or TY Academy? We are inviting you to join Concern’s brand-new youth network. Find out more here.

Call for Signatures - Tell World Leaders to Sign Up!

Ahead of the United Nations Summit of the Future, we are demanding that World Leaders take seriously this historic, once in a generation moment to safeguard our future. From health crises, to conflict to environmental disasters, the world is facing numerous interconnected crises. We are asking people of all ages to lend their support and add their name to the Youth Declaration. Find out more here. There is also a Declaration for under 18s. Find out more here.

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