Wednesday News - Issue 5 2025

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(1) Worldview Wave 5 Research Results Launch

The latest Wave 5 Worldview survey results were launched on 21 January revealing public support in Ireland for Overseas Development Aid (ODA) remains high at 73%. Wave 5 also explored how the Irish public responds to images used by Irish INGOs in their various campaigns through several focus group discussions and a survey. The event recording can be found here, the annual attitudes and sentiments towards ODA results here, and the entire imagery research package here.

(2)Terms of Reference - Dóchas Board External Assessment 2025 - 10 February

Every three years, Dóchas has agreed to commission an independent external assessment of its Board’s effectiveness. This needs to include an assessment of the current functioning of the Board, as well as evaluate how well it has progressed actions from previous self-assessments. Beyond evaluating governance effectiveness, previous assessments have posed a number of key questions that will need to be explored. In submitting a proposal, the consultant should outline a proposed methodology, timing and cost (including VAT). The assessment needs to be completed by March 2025, at the latest. Applications are to be submitted by February 10. Find out more information and how to apply here.

Upcoming Events and Conferences

(1) Concern Worldwide: Campaigning 101: Learning to Facilitate - 12-13 February

Want to lead conversations that inspire action? Then Join Concern for a workshop spread over 2 half-days on Wednesday, February 12 2-4.30 and Thursday, February 13th 2-4.30. This in-person workshop is your guide to becoming a confident and effective facilitator. Whether it’s a group discussion or a campaign planning meeting, you’ll learn to spark engagement, keep people on track, and create an atmosphere where everyone’s voice matters. Find out more and register here.

(2) Irish Global Health Network: IGHNx2025: Global Health Reimagined - 13 February

The Irish Global Health Network (IGHN), in collaboration with the HSE Global Health Programme, is proud to present IGHNx 2025: Global Health Reimagined, a TEDx-style event on 13th February at The Printworks, Dublin Castle. This unique event merges global health with the arts to explore critical topics, including climate change, mental health, gender-based violence, adolescent reproductive health, and decolonisation. Featuring TED-style talks from inspiring speakers such as Talha AlAli and Easkey Britton, alongside performances in music, poetry, and storytelling, IGHNx bridges data with empathy to make complex issues accessible and impactful. Find out more here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops

(1) Irish Development Education Association: Healthy Conflict & Constructive Dialogue Workshop - 18 - 19 February

This 2-part training is being provided by the Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) to support educators to successfully engage with polarising views and topics. We will be working with HERMES, a Croatian NGO who developed the ‘Educators’ Guide to Depolarisation’. The guide’s theoretical section uncovers the psychology and sociology of polarisation in society and is followed by exercises and activities that build understanding of polarisation and knowledge on how to diffuse or disarm it. The workshop will take place on Tuesday 18 February 10.30 am – 4.00pm and Wednesday 19 February 10.00 am – 3.00pm in the Carmelite Community Centre, 56 Aungier St. Dublin 2. The deadline to register is 11 February. 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) 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: 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.

(5) 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.

(6) Global Action Plan: Education Officer (GCE) - 16 February

The Education Officer designs and delivers Global Citizenship Education (GCE) and environmental education programmes for community groups and schools across Ireland, and works closely with the rest of the Programmes team to deliver the activities and services that support Global Action Plan's goals. Closing date: 16 February. Find out more here.

(7) UNICEF: Advocacy Manager - 19 February

An exciting role at UNICEF Ireland, the Advocacy Manager will support and expand UNICEF Ireland’s youth participation and policy work. The successful candidate will be an advocate for children’s rights, demonstrating a strong commitment to the UNCRC. Reporting to the Head of Advocacy and Public Policy, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating youth engagement initiatives and thematic advocacy efforts aligned with UNICEF’s global priorities. Location is Dublin/hybrid and the deadline for applications is Wednesday 19th February. Find out more here.

(8) Irish Rule of Law International: Deputy Country Director - 14 February

Irish Rule of Law International is currently hiring for a Deputy Country Director to join a dynamic team in Lilongwe, Malawi. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by strengthening the rule of law, enhancing access to justice, and advocating for human rights. This includes leading on strategy, organisational development, and funding diversification, collaborating with local institutions to build capacity and advocate for justice reform, and managing programmes addressing vulnerable populations, including child diversion initiatives. Closing date: 14 February. Expected start date is March 2025. Find out more here.

(9) Front Line Defenders (FLD): Safeguarding Consultancy - 7 February

Front Line Defenders is seeking a consultant to support our Safeguarding work. The consultancy will support the review and updating of the organisation's policy, co-development of training and materials for staff, and support the delivery of training. This work will be carried out primarily in Feb/March/April and at agreed dates late in the year. Interested consultants should send a two page letter/overview note to omoore(at)frontlinedefenders.org by Friday 7th February. Find more information here.

(10) World Vision Ireland: Fundraising Manager - 14 February

World Vision Ireland is seeking a dynamic Fundraising Manager to play a key role in driving the organisation’s growth and sustainability. This important position will be responsible for expanding the donor base and securing a thriving future for the organisation. The successful candidate will have an acute attention to detail and will have exceptional organising skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to join World Vision Ireland and help to deepen our impact. Closing date: 14 February. Find out more information here. 

(11) Misean Cara: Grants Officer - 21 February

The Grants Officer will play an integral part in ensuring that Misean Cara meets its ambitious fundraising targets each year, which in turn helps Misean Cara and its members achieve their goals to improve the lives of millions of the most marginalised people across the world. The Grants Officer is responsible for researching, developing and writing successful grant applications to trusts, foundations and institutional donors who align with Misean Cara values. Key to this is managing relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, with a strong emphasis on Misean Cara members. Closing date: 21 February. Find out more here.

(12) UCD: Ad Astra Fellow - Assistant Professor in Environmental Politics - 21 February

UCD School of Politics and International Relations is seeking to appoint a political scientist with a focus on environmental politics, broadly understood. The Ad Astra Fellow will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate modules on topics including environmental politics, climate crisis, and international climate governance, contributing to the MSc in Sustainable Development, Masters in Public Policy, BSc in Sustainability, and related. In pursuit of its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusiveness, SPIRe especially welcomes applications from women, minorities, and across the globe. Closing date: 21 February. Find out more here.

(13) Helping Irish Hosts: Communications Officer - 16 February

The Communications Officer’s role is to ensure that Helping Irish Hosts (HIH) communications and events deliver a clear, consistent message that celebrates the host and community welcome experience, inspiring, informing, rewarding and building the community. HIH is expanding and growing based on the needs of the community and seeing how the knowledge and skills gained can be adapted to meet the needs of broader communities in Ireland. The main goal of this position is to create a deep understanding of the role hosting plays in Ireland’s refugee accommodation response and to support the organisation’s aim of making hosting and community welcome sustainable. Closing date: 16 February. Find out more here.

Calls for Tender

(1) Edmund Rice Development: Consultant to support Disability Inclusion and Mainstreaming project - 17 February

Edmund Rice Mission is seeking a consultant to support a Disability Inclusion and Mainstreaming project who will need to deliver a report on Disability Inclusion and Mainstreaming in ER Mission, a guide to Disability Inclusion and Mainstreaming for ER development projects, and a Disability Inclusion and Mainstreaming Training programme. Closing date: 17 February. Find out more here.

(2) Ballyfermot College of Further Education: Project Evaluator for ‘Establishing a Centre for the Creative Arts at Evelyn Hone College, Lusaka’ - 19 February

The evaluation aims to independently assess the implementation, impact, and sustainability of the Audio & Music Technology and Establishing a Centre for the Creative Arts at Evelyn Hone College projects. It will review project design, coherence, relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability, focusing on curriculum development, gender equality, industry collaboration, and contributions to Zambia’s creative economy. Key evaluation questions will explore the alignment with policy frameworks, effectiveness in achieving objectives, contribution to poverty alleviation, and the promotion of gender equality. The methodology includes document reviews, stakeholder interviews with BCFE, EHC, TEVETA, students, industry representatives, and site visits to observe programme operations. The evaluation will produce a comprehensive report with findings, lessons learned, and recommendations for future projects. Closing date: 19 February. Find out more here.

Courses and Training

(1) Emergency Logistics Team: Multiple Courses and Training

Introductory Cert in Procurement & Logistics- Humanitarian Context Endorsed by CILT International as a recognized CPD programme - 13 February

This is an intensive 4-day course that introduces participants to the key areas of the Supply Chain in a Humanitarian and/or Emergency response context. The scenarios discussed during the four days are all based on real events that have occurred in Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Ukraine, South Sudan and elsewhere. Registration deadline is 13 February. Find out more here. 

Introduction to Protection & Safeguarding in Logistics Principles - 23 February

This course was specifically developed to introduce participants to the Protection Principles within Logistics and expand their understanding of a humanitarian logistics response from a Protection & Safeguarding perspective and brings the expertise of many individuals who have worked on numerous humanitarian emergencies. Registration deadline 23 February. Find out more information here.

(2) STAND: Global Issues Courses - 10 February

Global Issues courses, starting in February, are certified courses for students to deepen their understanding of social justice issues through a series of 6 online evening sessions with expert facilitators. A final in-person session brings the course to a celebratory close. Each workshop is a gateway to a deeper understanding of social justice issues, exploring their impact on both local and global scales. All students, no matter their major, are invited to join in. No need to be a social justice expert, everyone's welcome. Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from STAND. Registration deadline: 10 February. Find out more here.

(3) Harvard Humanitarian Initiative: Urban Humanitarian Emergencies Course - 8 - 11 July

Humanitarian organizations, international agencies and governments increasingly find themselves working in urban crisis contexts. Agencies face considerable challenges and some potential advantages in these complex urban environments. The Urban Humanitarian Emergencies Course is a four-day summer course organized by the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative to train humanitarian professionals on current issues, challenges and good practices involved in urban humanitarian emergencies. The course faculty and visiting experts are experienced in humanitarian training with on-the-ground experience with humanitarian crises in urban areas. Find out more and register here.

(4) Law Society of Ireland: Diploma in Director Skills and Duties - 14 February

The new Diploma in Director Skills and Duties aims to provide students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the skills needed to thrive as a non-executive director or charitable trustee. The diploma provides an overview of these rewarding roles as well as practical guidance on the essential elements of corporate governance, including fiduciary duties, understanding and investigating financial, ESG and other internal reports and the due diligence that should be carried out prior to accepting a role. In addition, a crisis management module will help participants to prepare, respond and recover in the face of an urgent organisational issue. The course will take place in March. Closing date: 14 February. Find out more here.

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