Wednesday News - Issue 49

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Dóchas News 

(1) Call for Tender - Community Portal for Development with Supporting Business Processes 

Dóchas is calling for submissions for a contract for services.As part of Dóchas' current strategic plan, we aim to further develop a strong and dynamic network that enhances opportunities for connection, coordination and collaboration. As part of that, we seek to create an increasingly innovative and inclusive space to stimulate and facilitate exchange and reflect on complex challenges. Dóchas would like to build an online community platform for more streamlined and dynamic member collaboration, while at the same time improving internal efficiency through automated workflows and greater systems integration.

We would like to work with IT, network and online engagement expert(s) or organisations who can confirm the approach we are taking and provide the deliverables outlined. Providers should also be able to offer strategic, practical, and troubleshooting advice on the project. Read the full terms of reference and find out more about the tender process here. Closing date for submissions: 17 January

(2) Vacancy - Programme Support Officer 

Dóchas is seeking applications for a Programme Support Officer to begin in January 2025. The purpose of this role is to enable effective communication with Dóchas members through administrative support, communication, data management and support to Dóchas Working Groups. The PSO also leads on the development of Dóchas-led events, supports in Dóchas planning and reporting, and supports the Dóchas team on specific initiatives or campaigns. This is a full time, hybrid role. Find out more about this role here. Closing date: 15 January but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Upcoming Events & Conferences

(1) Development Perspectives: (Dis)Placed: A Festival Exploring Displacement and Belonging - 23-26 January

Experience the power of Theatre of the Oppressed at (Dis)Placed, a festival delving into themes of land, identity, and solidarity. Through workshops, performances on the housing crisis, a play on Palestine, and a trip to the Battle of the Boyne, participants will explore global and local issues of displacement. This festival inspires community-driven action, fostering dialogue and connection to reclaim belonging. Find out more here.

(2) Ubuntu Network & Maynooth University: Navigating the space between conflict and curiosity: Exploring controversial issues in GCE - 15 January 

The Ubuntu Network, in association with the Education Department at Maynooth University, invites you to attend an Assembly event on the theme of Navigating the Space between Conflict and Curiosity: Exploring Controversial Issues in GCE which takes place on Wednesday, 15th January 2025 in Maynooth University. This daylong event will explore key challenges associated with teaching sensitive and emotive issues within GCE and particularly within a teacher education context. It will consider questions relating to educators’ positionality and values, the balance between responsible and free speech, and what pedagogical approaches might be effective. Find out more and register here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops 

(1) Concern Worldwide: Introduction to campaigning workshop - 21 January

Join Concern’s campaigns team on Tuesday, January 21st at 5pm to kickstart your journey to becoming a changemaker. This workshop will lay the foundation for your campaigning skills, from understanding what makes a campaign successful to maximising messaging. Get ready to dive in and discover how you can make a difference. 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) 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.

(4) GOAL: Global Citizenship Workshop Facilitator 

GOAL Global is a humanitarian response agency, established in Ireland 47 years ago. GOAL works with highly vulnerable communities across the world, to help them respond to and recover from humanitarian crises. GOAL assists these communities to strengthen their local systems and build solutions to lift them out of poverty and vulnerability. The purpose of this role is to deliver GOAL’s innovative global citizenship education workshops for young people in primary schools, youth outreach and public engagement events throughout Ireland. The role is a part-time, freelance position with a great deal of flexibility in the location and days successful candidates will work. Facilitators will initially work approx. 25 days until December 2025 with the opportunity to do additional days. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling Basis

(5) Irish Red Cross: Humanitarian Response Officer - International 

The International Department of the IRC plays a crucial role in this mission by providing humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities worldwide. By collaborating with partner National Societies, the department responds to emergencies, such as disasters and conflicts and implements long-term development programmes in areas like livelihoods, health and National Society Development. The Humanitarian Response Officer will play a critical role in responding to international humanitarian crises. The Officer will be responsible for the planning, implementation and monitoring of programmes as well as resource mobilisation and stakeholder engagement. This role requires a strong understanding of international humanitarian principles and the ability to travel, often at short notice, and work effectively in complex and challenging environments. Find out more here. Closing date: 8 January

(6) Self Help Africa: Finance Systems Manager

This is a very exciting independent senior role in the SHA finance team as the organisation is going through a period of transition and requires systems and processes improvements. Key responsibilities of the Finance Systems Manager include analysing and improving current financial and compliance processes, continuing the rollout of our financial system across our country programmes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving continuous systems improvement in finance operations. Aspiring candidates must have strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, as well as process improvement, financial expertise and IT knowledge. This is a two year fixed contract for a full time position. Find out more here. Closing date: 20 December

(7) Aidlink: Multiple Opportunities

Aidlink Programme Lead

Do you believe in a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive? Aidlink, a dynamic international development organization working to achieve gender equality and end poverty in Africa, is seeking a passionate and experienced Programme Lead to join our team. We welcome applications from those with the right to work in Ireland. As Programme Lead, you'll play a vital role in delivering Aidlink's ambitious new strategic plan. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll provide strategic direction and oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of our impactful programs. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling Basis

Communications & Immersion Development Lead

Do you have a passion for international development and a desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of marginalized communities? Aidlink, a highly respected Irish organization dedicated to achieving gender equality and ending poverty in Africa, is seeking a dynamic and driven Communications and Immersion Development Lead to join our team. If you’re a driven and values-oriented individual with a passion for international development and a desire to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience to info@aidlink.ie. We anticipate interviews beginning the week of December 16th. Aidlink welcomes applications from those with the right to work in Ireland. Find out more here. Closing date: Rolling Basis

(8) Centre for Global Education: Assistant Editor

The Centre for Global Education invites applications for the post of Assistant Editor that will involve supporting publication of our peer-reviewed, open access, bi-annual 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. The post is part-time (17.5 hours), the salary is £26,760.00 per annum pro rata (plus employer’s NIC and Pension contributions). The post has a contract to 31 May 2025 with good prospects for extension. Find out more here. Closing date: 20 December

(9) Opportunity Green: Senior Manager

Established in 2021, Opportunity Green is a fast-growing not-for-profit organisation that helps to identify and unlock opportunities to tackle climate change. The role is a Senior Manager in our newly formed EU team. The Senior Manager will use their EU and Irish policy expertise to work with policymakers in Ireland to increase climate ambition during the period of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with a particular focus on the international aviation sector. We are looking for someone who can think strategically about Ireland’s role within international climate diplomacy to  work with those who can amplify ambition. Find out more here. Closing date: 6 January

Volunteering Opportunities 

(1) UCD Volunteers Overseas (UCDVO): Leadership Positions with UCDVO

UCDVO are currently recruiting Clinical Tutors (dietetics and physiotherapy) to work on our Volunteer Programme with our partners in Uganda and Tanzania. We are also recruiting a Team Coordinator for our Sports in Development project in Uganda. See our website for details and please get in touch if you would like to learn more with hilary.minch@ucd.ie.

Courses & Training 

(1) UCD Volunteers Overseas (UCDVO) & Comhlámh: Apply for Seeding Change with UCDVO

This is a 5-part UCDVO course with Comhlámh starting the 4th February. Seeding Change takes a deep dive into questions on climate and environmental justice, using a group approach to learning which works with mind and body. Find out more and apply here.

Watch & Listen 

(1) Irish Rule of Law International: Horsehair Wigs Podcast - Episode 19 with Deborah Ruiz Verduzco

For the latest episode of Irish Rule of Law International’s (IRLI) Horsehair Wigs podcast, journalist and broadcaster Evelyn McClafferty catches up with Deborah Ruiz Verduzco, the Executive Director of Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC (TFV). Based in The Hague, Netherlands, TFV is a central part of the court’s mandate: the reparative justice pillar of the court, giving effect to victims’ right to redress. They discuss a new era of reparative justice for the ICC, that’s according to Verduzco, who offers great insight into the workings of the fund – a fund which has been heavily criticised for failing to deliver on its mandate. Stream the episode in full here.

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