Wednesday News - Issue 43
The latest edition of Dóchas' Wednesday News including information on upcoming events and workshops, as well as vacancies and opportunities in the sector!
06 Nov 2024
Dóchas News
(1) Launch of the Dóchas Election Manifesto and Electoral Snapshots
On November 5th, Dóchas launched its Election Manifesto and Electoral Snapshots research project. The Dóchas Electoral Snapshots demonstrates the tangible support for development and humanitarian organisations by the Irish public, and community support for aid and development more broadly.
The scope of the snapshots includes aggregated data on the amount of donations received by 27 Dóchas member organisations and illustrates the level of public support, interest and trust in aid and development organisations across every county in Ireland. The launch event heard from Yvonne Murphy of Lacuna Consulting, who wrote the Electoral Snapshots report, and political consultant Gerard Howlin on the lay of the land ahead of the General Election.
(2) Charity Trustees Week: "Safeguarding: What should a Trustee know?" - 12 November
As part of Charity Trustees Week 2024, the Dóchas Safeguarding Working Group will host a webinar titled “Safeguarding: What Should a Trustee Know?” on Tuesday 12 November at 11 am.
This event aims to inform charity trustees and board members about safeguarding and how they can support the implementation of safeguarding measures and the development of a strong safeguarding culture. Speakers on the day include Feargal O’Connell, CEO of Self Help Africa; Moria Leydon, Assistant General Secretary of ASTI and Board Member of ActionAid Board; and Valerie Philpott, Safeguarding Advisor at Misean Cara and Chair of the Dóchas Safeguarding Working Group. The event will be moderated by Jane-Ann McKenna, CEO of Dóchas. Find out more about the event and register here.
(3) Call for Tender: Consultant to Conduct Analysis of Irish Climate Financing
Dóchas is seeking proposals from consultants who are interested in conducting an "Analysis of Irish Climate Financing in 2025: Challenges and Opportunities over the Years Ahead". The purpose of the consultancy is to take stock of Irish climate finance in terms of its quantified target; to analyse the quality, effectiveness and transparency of Irish climate finance; and to analyse Irish leadership on climate finance policies until now. The deliverable of this consultancy is a final report. We ask that interested parties submit a CV and short document outlining their approach to this tender to simon(at)dochas.ie. Find out more here. Closing date for applications: 11 November
Upcoming Events & Conferences
(1) Irish Aid: Economic Trends and Opportunities in Africa - 7 November
Irish Aid will host a panel discussion on economic trends in Africa tomorrow, Thursday, November 7th at 4pm in Bishop’s Square. Speakers include Fred Muhumuza (former Economic Advisor to the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development in Uganda), Francis Stevens George (University of Sierra Leone), Jim Hodges (European Investment Bank Representative for Southern Africa and Indian Ocean) and Fionnuala Gilsenan (former Ambassador of Ireland to South Africa). Places are limited. If interested in attending, please RSVP to blanaid.murphy(at)dfa.ie no later than 9am on Thursday morning stating your name and organisation.
(2) UCD: A survivor / victim-centred analysis of transitional justice in Liberia - 11 November
On 11 November, Kelsey Rhude will present work evaluating the Liberian National Palava Hut Programme (NPHP) for peace, justice, and reconciliation using a survivor/victim-centred analysis. The study is based on extensive qualitative data collected in Liberia and demonstrates that the NPHP is contributing to transformation of desires for retaliation, and of relationships within communities who participated in the programme. Ms Rhude recently completed her doctoral thesis at the Irish Centre for Human Rights in the University of Galway and is currently a research associate in UCD's School of Politics and International Relations. All welcome. For more information contact catriona.dowd(at)ucd.ie.
(3) IDEA: Global Citizenship Education Research Showcase Event - 25 November
IDEA and Ubuntu are thrilled to invite you to the second edition of our Global Citizenship Education (GCE) Research Showcase on Monday 25 November, 10.00am -12.30pm, online. This event is free of charge. The aim of this event is to showcase contemporary GCE research. You will be introduced to thought-provoking and engaging inputs and have an opportunity to reflect with fellow participants on the applicability of the concepts discussed to your GCE practice. For the purpose of this event, the term research will be taken in its broadest sense, encompassing academic research; action research; documented practice; documented learning; conceptual research articles; case studies etc. Speakers for this event are to be confirmed. Find out more here.
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops
(1) VSI: VSI November Meetup: ‘Truth vs. Misinformation: Irish and Palestinian Parallels’ - 26 November
Join VSI for our November meetup and workshop, which takes place online on Tuesday, 26th November at 19:00. This month we will be discussing misinformation and how to distinguish it from truth, looking at how it can be used as a tool to amplify harmful narratives. We will be discussing it specifically in relation to the Palestinian cause, using examples from the past in Ireland to draw parallels. This is an informal workshop so no prior experience is needed and it is open to all to attend. Find out more and register here.
(2) IDEA: Multiple Events
Registrations is Now Open for the Code Network Meeting for Code Members Only!
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) will be hosting the next Code network meeting for Code of Good Practice Members on Tuesday, 03 December, 10.00am – 4.00pm, in Ashling Hotel, Dublin 8. There are places for two representatives (staff, volunteers etc.) from each Code member. This year, part of the agenda will be dedicated to workshops led by Code members. For members of the IDEA Code of Good Practice, there are two Code network meetings annually (of which Code members must attend at least one). Each year, one Code network meeting takes place online (May) and one in person (November/December). The deadline for registration is 22 November. Find out more here or contact code(at)ideaonline.ie.
Brave Spaces for Racial Justice - Navigating Power, Privilege and Decolonisation - 6 & 18 November
Following the overwhelmingly positive response from the workshop on Decolonising Justice at the IDEA annual conference in September 2024, we are delighted to welcome back the same trainers to offer a two- day interactive and in person workshop on promoting racial justice in our Global Citizenship Education work' on 06 November and 18 November, 10.30am-4pm in the IDEA offices, 6 Gardiner Row, Dublin 1. Led by facilitators Bronwyn April and Mdahyelya Bassi, this workshop will provide a deep dive into the intersections of racial equity, philanthropy, migration, and decolonisation, framed within both global and Irish contexts. Places for this event are limited, and registration is mandatory. Find out more here. Deadline to register: 4 November
Support Workshops on the 2025 Irish Aid Global Citizenship Education Grant Call
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) provides support and spaces for members to support one another - in applying for Irish Aid Global Citizenship Education Grants. As in recent years, this year we invite our members and any other actors who are not yet members of IDEA to these workshops.
- Grants Clinic for Irish Aid Global Citizenship Education Funding Applications - 12 November 11am-1pm via Zoom. Find out more and register here.
- Results Frameworks for Beginners Workshop - Recorded session which will be disseminated publically by IDEA from early November.
- Improving Your Results Frameworks Workshop - 19 November 10am-12pm via Zoom. Find out more and register here.
(3) Centre for Global Education: Seminar on 'Development Education Silences' - 19 November
Centre for Global Education and the DICE Project invite participation in an online seminar to share and debate the content of Issue 39 of Policy and Practice on the theme "Development Education Silences". It will be held on Tuesday, 29 November 2024 from 12.00 - 1.30pm. The speakers are Mostafa Gamal (Lecturer, Queen Margaret University, Scotland); Caroline Muphy (CEO, Comhlámh); Jen Simpson (Global Learning Researcher); and Aoife Titley (Lecturer, Maynooth University, Chair). Registration is essential. 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) 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.
(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) Concern Worldwide: CADA Development Officer
The Development Officer will play an important role in strengthening and expanding the network of Aid and Development Agencies in Northern Ireland. This post, funded by a three-year grant, will focus on fostering collaboration, inspiring change, and influencing policy within the Coalition. CADA’s Strategic Plan 2024- identified 3 areas of focus: Supporting and Developing the Network, Inspiring Change and Influencing Policy. This role will contribute to each of these areas through a variety of responsibilities as outlined below. Find out more here. Closing date: 15 November
(5) Irish Red Cross: Multiple Opportunities
Migration Project Coordinator
This Coordinator role will have week to week ongoing responsibility for Migration projects. Reporting to the department manager, the Coordinator will ensure that all project activities are effectively planned, are actioned in a timely manner, and the expected results are achieved. The role will liaise with relevant internal colleagues and external stakeholder and, depending on the project scale, may supervise a number of staff. The role provides an opportunity to directly and meaningfully impact the lives of people supported by the project. Find out more here. Closing date: 8 November
Programme Manager - Migration
This Programme Manager will be responsible for leading and managing significant programme areas within the Migration department. This will include leading with programme planning, managing implementation through to delivery and reporting, and engaging with relevant stakeholders, and ensuring the programme area is delivery to the highest standard and in line with organisational strategy. The role will join other programme managers and the Head of International & Migration as the overall management team of the Migration department.The role will, initially, be responsible for the ‘Gaza Minors’ programme (involving the accommodating and casework support for children relocated to by the Government of Ireland for medical treatment). Find out more here. Closing date: 8 November
(6) STAND: STAND Facilitator (Irish Language) – Irish Aid Centre
The purpose of the facilitator role is to contribute to the achievement of the Irish Aid Public Awareness Programme by working as part of a team to deliver workshops for primary, secondary and third level students, support with public outreach events, respond to public queries and manage the stock and provision of Irish Aid materials. Find out more here. Closing date: 8 November
(7) Self Help Africa: Compliance Manager
Self Help Africa is an international development organisation that works through agriculture and Agri-enterprise development to end hunger and extreme poverty. In 2021, Self Help Africa merged with United Purpose, doubling our size. The key purpose of this role is to ensure that a strong compliance culture exists and is maintained within SHA to both SHA’s donors’ rules and regulations and SHA’s own internal policies and procedures This person will also be responsible for the management of the investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, and other forms of misconduct within the charity by leading the Compliance Officer on this function. Find out more here. Closing date: 15 November
(8) Centre for Global Education: Assistant Editor
The Centre for Global Education is inviting applications for the part-time post of Assistant Editor, supporting publication of the internationally renowned journal, Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review. Find out more here. Closing date: 18 November
(9) Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU): Strategic Capacity Builder
The Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) International Department seeks to recruit a Strategic Capacity Builder on a one-year fixed term contract basis, based in Freetown Sierra Leone, with some travel in Sierra Leone. Working with colleagues in the Sierra Leonean credit union movement, the strategic capacity builder role is seen as a role that can help establish some of the key foundations needed for the long-term success of the movement. The main focus is to help establish some key functions and management disciplines and transition relevant knowledge and expertise to Sierra Leonean colleagues so that they have the capacity to develop the credit union movement over the longer-term. Find out more here. Closing date: 21 November
(10) CBM Ireland: Fundraising Manager/Head of Fundraising
CBM Ireland is seeking an ambitious and skilled Fundraising Manager/Head of Fundraising to help achieve its commitment to improving the quality of life of people with disabilities and ending the cycle of poverty and disability. As the leader of a small, energetic and enthusiastic team, the Fundraising Manager/Head of Fundraising reports to the CEO and is a member of the Senior Management Team. The Fundraising Manager will lead the fundraising team in the delivery and optimisation of the fundraising strategy of CBM Ireland. Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to recruitment(at)cbm.ie. Find out more here. Closing date: 10 December
(11) Irish Refugee Council: Employment Officer
The Irish Refugee Council is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and motivated Employment Officer to join our Employment Team. The person will lead an innovative and exciting new project aiming to address the barriers to employment that are experienced by people who are international protection applicants or have refugee status in Ireland, specifically aiming to support people who are seeking to apply for permission to work and who are at beginning of their careers here in Ireland. It is 1 year contract renewable subject to funding and passing probation. €36,000 gross p.a. Find out more here. Closing date: 15 November
Internships
(1) Plan International Ireland: Business Development Unit
Plan International Ireland is looking for dynamic individuals who are interested in child rights, gender equality and international development. You will support our Business Development team, looking to identify new grant opportunities, carry out donor mapping, support proposal development and ensure strong tracking of our grant portfolio, as well as undertaking office administration support. Find out more here. Closing date: 24 November
Courses & Training
(1) Meath Partnership: "Connecting Cultures - Sustaining Our World" GCE Training - 19 - 26 November
As part of our Irish Aid funded project ‘Connecting Cultures – Sustaining Our World’, we are offering a free two day GCE course for Adult and Community Educators, Community practitioners and activists to build their understanding of the principles of integration and inclusion through a GCE lens. The aim of this training is to support both community practitioners and citizens to deepen the understanding of the complexity attached to the prevalent issues affecting communities across the globe and we are delighted to welcome Dr Lilian Nwanze as guest speaker. The course takes place on the 19th and 26th of November in the Ardboyne Hotel, Navan, Co Meath. To register your place, please email Fiona.duignan@meathpartnership.ie.
(2) Eurocheck Security: Hostile Environment Course - 11-13 November
Our hostile environment courses are suitable for individuals who are working in or are going to work in medium to high-risk areas. This security awareness course also includes sessions on kidnap, landmines, trauma, sexual assault. The course also includes pre-course reading, exercises and role plays. Our main courses are conducted in Kildare but we can also run short bespoke courses at your own location. We also conduct online hostile environment and security awareness courses. Reduced rates for regular clients and for organisations sending four or more students. Contact us at at 086 8142446 or email eurocheckcourses(at)gmail.com. Find out more here.
Watch & Listen
(1) IRLI: Latest Episode of the IRLI Podcast Available Now
The latest guest on IRLI’s podcast is Dr Seán Columb, who for over 10 years has been investigating the illegal organ trade. He sits down with journalist and broadcaster Evelyn McClafferty to discuss his work in the area. Dr Columb is a legal academic - a senior lecturer in law at the School of Law and Social Justice at Liverpool University. Since 2014, he has been doing research on the illegal organ trade, primarily in Egypt, and has spoken to over 40 people from countries including Sudan, South Sudan, and Eritrea. All of them were fleeing conflict or the legacy of conflict, and they sold an organ out of economic necessity. Find out more and listen here.
Other News
(1) ActionAid: ActionTalks Annual National Speech Writing Competition
ActionAid Ireland today launched the ActionTalks, a speechwriting competition on important global themes open to young people from across the country aged between 14 and 18 years-old. The competition – now in its 11th year - is aimed at encouraging students to explore the underlying causes of both local and global injustices, giving them a platform to share their perspectives.There are three themes this year: The climate crisis, women’s leadership in emergencies, and the role of overseas aid and women’s rights organisations. Find out more here.