Wednesday News - Issue 39
The latest edition of Dóchas' Wednesday News including information on upcoming events and workshops, as well as vacancies and opportunities in the sector!
09 Oct 2024
Upcoming Events & Conferences
(1) Plan International Ireland: International Day of the Girl 11th October: Girls in Crisis Photo Exhibition
You are invited to the opening of our Girls in Crisis photo exhibition which we are staging to mark International Day of the Girl this year and which will run until November 1st at dlr Lexicon in Dún Laoghaire. The exhibition, will be opened by television personality and long-time Plan supporter Laura Whitmore, and will feature compelling photographs that capture the lives girls from Sudan, Gaza and Ukraine demonstrating strength and resilience in the midst of conflict and displacement. Find out more and register here.
(2) Concern Worldwide: COP ON ! with Concern Worldwide 2024 - 19 October
Join Concern for a day of climate action, workshops and panels on Saturday October 19th at The Complex in Dublin. COP ON will explore climate justice, policy, and diplomacy through workshops from NYCI, Friends of the Earth, Climate Negotiators, the Feminist Communities for Climate Justice, and Concern. Concern’s new youth climate ambassador, Alannah Wrynn, will host a global panel of youth climate activists. We will also hear from Caroline O’Doherty from the Irish Independent and Kevin O’Sullivan from the Irish Times on how they tackle the challenges of communicating climate change. Registration is essential Find out more and register here.
(3) National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI): Youth Climate Justice Conference - 26 October
This youth-led event was created by young people, for young people. It is an opportunity for young people who are already working towards Climate Justice to showcase their work, learn from one another, gain activism skills, and to meet like-minded peers. The event will take place from 10am to 3.30pm in the Alex Hotel Dublin. This event is for young people aged 14-24, and Youth Workers are welcome to accompany the young people they work with. Find out more and register here.
(4) DSAI: Annual Conference: Achieving Just Food Systems in Era of Global "Polycrisis"' - 30 & 31 October
DSAI Annual Conference will take place on 30th & 31st October in Nano Nagle Place, Cork. The theme is Achieving Just Food Systems in Era of Global ‘Polycrisis’. A number of pre-conference events will take place on the 30th prior to the opening plenary. Tickets are all inclusive. Find out more and register here.
(5) Saolta: Making spACE for GCE - 5 November
Join us for an engaging and enriching experience at Making spACE for GCE, an in-person event on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 13:30 GMT, hosted in the historical setting of Richmond Barracks.This enriching event will delve into the integration of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) and Adult and Community Education (ACE) in Ireland. Featuring Professor Kathleen Lynch as the keynote speaker, we’ll explore crucial topics such as challenges, opportunities, and future steps for the sector. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, network with professionals, and help shape the future of education! Find out more and register here.
(6) IFIAD: Annual Conference: Financing Zero Hunger - 6 November
The Irish Forum for International Agricultural Development (IFIAD) will host its Annual Conference on 6th November, 10am – 3pm, Iveagh House, Dublin, with the support of Irish Aid, Department of Foreign Affairs. With only 6 years remaining until 2030, this year's conference will focus on Financing Zero Hunger. Find out more and register here.
(7) Transparency International Ireland: Online Conference 2024: Integrity at Work Week - 25 November
Join us for Integrity at Work Week 2024, an online conference from 25 to 28 November dedicated to creating ethical and transparent workplaces worldwide. Hosted by Transparency International Ireland in partnership with esteemed partner organisations, this event brings together leaders, professionals, and academics from various sectors to discuss critical issues in workplace ethics, whistleblowing, and compliance. Find out more and register here.
(8) GISF: Global Security Risk and Policy Conference - 25-27 February 2025
In February 2025, GISF will host its inaugural Global Security Risk and Policy Conference. The 2025 conference is titled "At what cost? The true cost and value of security risk management". The event will be themed around funding and resourcing forNGO security risk management. We will bring together representatives from UN agencies, major government donors, humanitarian networks and senior NGO staff to shape commitments to improve the safety and security of aidworkers. Find out more and register here.
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops
(1) 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. 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.
(2) Plan International Ireland: Peace Palette: Youth Art for a Just World - 12 October
Join our Youth Advisory Panel for an exciting and creative event where members will collaborate to create a unique art piece that reflects their vision for a better future for girls around the world. This workshop offers a hands-on opportunity for young advocates to express their thoughts on issues like gender equality, education, and youth empowerment through art. Whether you’re an artist or just someone passionate about making a difference, this event is a great way to connect with peers and share your voice! Find out more and register here.
(3) Irish Network for Education Worldwide & Plan International Ireland: Girls in Crisis: The Impact of Conflict on Girls' Learning - 16 October
Join our International Day of the Girl online seminar, featuring global experts from Education Cannot Wait, Plan International, and youth leaders. Learn how conflict impacts girls' education in Sudan, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, and Afghanistan. This event will take place on Wednesday 16th October from 12.30pm to 2pm (UTC +1). Find out more and register here.
(4) University College Dublin: Covert Warfare and the Performance of Humanitarian Neutrality in Cold War Central America - 21 October
On 21 Oct, Dr Maria Cullen will speak on the tensions between and within humanitarian organisations over the relevance of the principle of neutrality to their work in Cold War Central America in the 1980s. Using archival and oral history research, the paper will discuss how agencies engaged with this challenging context – from knowledge of covert surveillance, to collusion of other organisations, to the tendency for staff to engage in active solidarity with Salvadorans. This talk will take place at 2pm in room f301 in the Newman Building in UCD. For more information contact Caitriona.Dowd(at)UCD.ie.
(5) National Women's Council of Ireland: Film Screening: She Rises Up - 22 October
October 17th is International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. In support, we are screening licenses for She Rises Up. This film reveals the explosive implications of women’s economic participation as we follow radically different women from Sri Lanka, Peru and Senegal who are fighting to build businesses that create job opportunities for women, while also contributing to the reduction of poverty in their communities.Join us online or in our offices at 100 North King Street, Dublin 7 to watch the film together on Tuesday 22nd October at 6.30pm. Email catherinel(at)nwci.ie to register.
(6) Global Village: Weekly online Ciorcal Comhrá/Irish Language Conversation Group
Global Village is a Global Citizenship Education (GCE) programme for primary schools in Ireland. Global Village is initiating a weekly online Ciorcal Comhrá (Irish language conversation group) on Wednesdays from 11-11.30a.m. starting on Wednesday 25th September. You are very welcome to join us for as many or as few sessions as suits you. We expect that participants will have varying levels of Irish, and all are welcome. If you would like to receive a weekly Teams link for this, please email claire.glavey(at)globalvillageschools.ie. Find more information about Global Village here.
(7) CBM Global, Africa Albinism Network, Fund for Global Human Rights & Climate Action Network (CAN): Webinar on Climate Justice for Persons with Disabilities - 24 October
Join us online on October 24th at 3pm (GMT) for a webinar on climate justice for persons with disabilities. This webinar will focus the case study of persons with albinism. IS interpretation and captioning will be provided. 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) 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
(4) Irish Red Cross: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally
The Irish Red Cross is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Find out more and apply here. Various closing dates apply.
(5) GOAL: Multiple Opportunities
Global Cash Advisor (Maternity Cover)
The Global Cash Adviser is responsible for technical and strategic support on Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) across all regions that GOAL operates. The Global Cash Advisor sits within GOAL’s global Programme Technical Team, which ensures the technical quality of programme design and implementation through developing strategy and guidelines, collaboration on new programming, support visits to countries, evaluations, documenting and sharing learning, and providing external technical representation. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling basis
Individual Giving Officer
GOAL is looking to hire an Individual Giving Officer – which is a newly created key role within the fundraising department. It will support the development and management of the individual giving strategy for GOAL. The IG Officer will assist and manage the implementation of a donor recruitment and retention programme which will provide the basis of the public fundraising growth over the next three years. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling basis
Global Citizenship Youth & Public Engagement Manager
GOAL is seeking a Global Citizenship Public & Youth Engagement Manager. The purpose of the role is to manage the development and delivery of GOAL’s Global Citizenship public engagement strategy, including line management of Public Engagement Officer, with a focus on empowering young people and engaging the wider public to understand and take action on global challenges related to GOAL’s work. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling Basis
(6) Habitat for Humanity Ireland: Multiple Opportunities
Admin & Donor Services Officer (Maternity Cover)
The Admin & Donor Services Officer is responsible for providing admin support to the Board of Trustees, Chief Executive and Operations Director as well as supporting donor communications, recruitment processes and organisational administration. This position in based in Lisburn. Find out more here. Closing date: 15 October
ReStore Development Manager
The ReStore Development Manager will support the scaling strategy with responsibility to find, secure and help launch 3 new ReStores over the next 3 years. In addition to build connections with the communities in which these stores will sit. This is a part-time position in Dublin, Drogheda or hybrid. Find out more here. Closing date: 1 November
(7) IDEA: IDEA Code of Good Practice Support Officer
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is recruiting a dedicated and organized individual to join their team as a Code of Good Practice Support Officer. This 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension, offers a unique opportunity to support the management of the IDEA Code of Good Practice for Development. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in project management or administration, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to IDEA’s vision and values. Find out more here. Closing date: 21 October
(8) Irish Refugee Council: Youth Worker
The Irish Refugee Council is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and innovative Youth Worker, who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people, to lead their Youth Work programme supporting young people aged 16-24 who are seeking protection in Ireland or have refugee status. The youth work programme aims to empower young people and support them to build a life in Ireland while navigating the particular challenges they face. Find out more here. Closing date: 20 October
Calls for Tender
(1) Centre for Global Education: Research Consultancy
The Centre for Global Education invites tenders for a research study titled “Poverty in Northern Ireland: From the Local to the Global” which aims to discern the main drivers of poverty in Northern Ireland and persistent trends, and to make informed recommendations that could support anti-poverty policy interventions. The research will frame poverty in Northern Ireland in a comparative context by drawing upon the work of UK, all-island and international poverty data and analysis. Tender submissions should be e-mailed to stephen(at)centreforglobaleducation.com. Find out more here. Closing date: 28 October
Volunteering Opportunities
(1) DSAI: Treasurer
The Development Studies Association Ireland is seeking to fill the post of Treasurer for the organisation. The Treasurer serves as a sitting member of our voluntary Steering Committee, attending 6-8 Steering Committee meetings per year. DSAI are seeking an individual with proven knowledge in financial management or accountancy to supports the financial management of our small operational functions. Find out more and apply here. Closing date: 23 October
(2) Trócaire: Various Board and Committee Opportunities
Company Director to join the Trócaire Board (International Development/Humanitarian Expertise)
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trócaire’s Board of Directors. We are looking for an individuals with International Development/ Humanitarian expertise and experience. The Board member who is currently being recruited would also sit on the International Programmes Advisory Committee (IPAC). This committee has responsibility for the oversight of the organisation’s development and humanitarian programming and policy influencing. Trócaire Board and Board Committee members are unpaid, voluntary positions. Find out more here. Closing date: 21 October
Trócaire Non-Executive Director (Mobilising the Irish Public)
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trócaire’s Board of Directors. The Board has overall responsibility for the strategic, financial and operational direction of Trócaire. The Board plays a key role in overseeing strategy, policy and management; financial reporting and controls; risk management and internal controls; people and culture; and governance. We are looking for an individual with expertise and experience in Mobilising the Irish Public. Find out more here. Closing date: 21 October
Courses & Training
(1) Saolta: Training of Trainers in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
This training is free and open to all adult and community educators across the island of Ireland. This series of workshops has been specifically tailored to build the knowledge and capacity of ACE practitioners to confidently address controversial issues as they arise in an appropriate manner and to promote the core values of social justice, equality and inclusiveness- through the lens of Global Citizenship Education. Sessions are taking place on the 10th, 17th and 24th of October and will be lead by a variety of speakers. Find out more and register here.
(2) Common Purpose: Beacon - A Comprehensive Leadership Development Programme
The clock is firmly ticking, and we have just under two weeks until Beacon, Common Purpose's new programme for high potential leaders, starts. The 5 day programme will include a deep-dive into Dublin's Cherry Orchard neighbourhood, hosted by the incredible Orchard Community Centre, an exploration of authentic leadership in BT Belfast Office, a full day immersion in Wheatfield Prison to explore situational leadership and more! Find out more here.
(3) United Edge: Strategic Foresight Workshops (Subsidised) - November
Join a global group of participants on this three-week journey into futures thinking through a lens of social justice. You will learn some of the most important tools to apply strategic foresight practically to your work for better leadership, program planning, visioning, decision-making, advocacy, fundraising, innovating, and strategizing. For information on financial assistance, please contact mattkletzing(at)unitededge.net. Find out more here.
Watch & Listen
(1) Irish Rule of Law International: Latest Episode of the IRLI Horsehair Wigs Podcast
For the latest episode of Irish Rule of Law International’s podcast Horsehair Wigs - they catch up with Irish professor Raphael Heffron to discuss the rule of law and how its principles are the primary drivers in the shift towards cleaner technologies and a healthier environment. Mr. Heffron is currently a Professor in Energy Law, Energy Justice and the Social Contract at University De Pau Et Des Pays De L'adour, France, and is also a qualified Barrister-at-Law. Listen to the podcast here.
Other News
(1) Trinity College Dublin: Call for expressions of interest: Trinity MSc in Development Practice (MDP) Students Research Projects
The Trinity MDP are seeking research project proposals that can be undertaken by Masters students from January to August 2025. We welcome proposals from organisations across the Development sector on any matter related to sustainability and sustainable development. If you would like to have a research project considered, please email tbedi(at)tcd.ie with the proposed title or titles of the projects you would like undertaken and the name and contact details of your contact person/supervisor. Find out more about the MSc programme here. Closing date: 8th November
(2) National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI): One World Week 2024 - November 2024
Every November, youth organisations across Ireland celebrate One World Week with NYCI. One World Week is a week-long event of awareness raising, education & meaningful action. One World Week enables young people, and those who work with young people, to connect the lives of youth to the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as upskilling on new methodologies in Global Youth Work and Development Education. Find out more and register for various events and trainings here.