Wednesday News - Issue 10 2025

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Upcoming events and conferences

(1) We Act: St. Patrick's Festival Storytelling Session - 15 March

Join us for an evening of shared stories about the meaning of community in Ireland from a diverse collection of storytellers who drive change in their communities. The theme of the evening is Meitheal: Communities Coming Together. We Act is a campaign to celebrate the doers in our communities. The people who help out, who show initiative, who take a stand. As part of the St. Patrick's Festival, they'll be telling their own stories, in their own words. Find out more here.

(2) GOAL: Celebrate belonging with GOAL NextGen and St. Patrick's Festival - 16 March

In collaboration with St. Patrick's Festival, Grainnemir Abualrob and Aoife Hammond, GOAL NextGen is delighted to host a vibrant evening of Celebrating Belonging, exploring the connections that unite individuals and communities in Ireland. Through a curated exhibition of visual arts, music, poetry, and spoken word, the evening promises to be an enriching experience including thought-provoking discussions with artists, activists and community leaders. Reserve your free ticket here.

(3) Oxfam Ireland: Ground Up: Climate Justice Forum - 11 April

Where are the hopeful visions of the future in these dark and uncertain times? How do we build the powerful movements needed to make those visions a reality? Come to Cork this April to discuss how we win Climate Justice from the Ground Up. Hosted by Oxfam Ireland, this festival of ideas will feature workshops, discussions and performances from a wide range of inspirational grassroots organisations, activists, community groups and creatives from Ireland and beyond. Find out more here.

(4) VSI: VSI Spring In-person Meetup 'Empowering Solidarity' with Comhlamh Justice for Palestine Group - 5 April                                         

Join VSI for our Spring Meetup, where we are collaborating with Comhlamh’s ‘Justice for Palestine’ Group to explore the topic of Palestinian rights. This meetup will be in-person in Dublin city centre on 5th April from 14:00 – 16:00. You can find out more and register to attend here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops

(1) Concern Worldwide: Campaigning 101: Social Media Skills Workshop - 12 March

Take your campaign online and get your message heard! This hands-on workshop will teach you how to create scroll-stopping content, use the latest social media tools, and connect with your audience in ways that inspire clicks, likes, and real-world action. Join Concern on Wednesday March 12 at 52 Camden Street. This event is open to over 18s only. Registration for the event is essential. Find out more here.

(2) IDEA: Exploring Contemporary Issues through Global Citizenship Education: Climate Justice, the missing voices - 19 March

Join the Irish Development Education Association for their first session of their 2025 webinar series: "Exploring Contemporary Crises and Issues through Global Citizenship Education" entitled "Climate Justice, the missing voices" on Wednesday, 19 March 12.30-2.00pm, online. Climate change is one of the major crises of our times. As educators, we need to address gaps in our knowledge, acknowledge bias in our understanding, and spotlight voices from diverse groups affected by the issue. This webinar will equip educators to address some of these gaps when we educate about Climate Change and Climate Justice. Find out more here.

(3) Carmichael: Recruit, Retain & Reap the Rewards: Why Age Diversity Matters - 28 March

As part of the National Training Fund (NTF) 2025 Programme, Carmichael is hosting a free NTF webinar on “Recruit, Retain & Reap the Rewards: Why Age Diversity Matters” with Mark Fenton. Find out more here.

(4) Saolta: Training of Trainers: Leadership Legacies – Women of Influence - 19 March

This hybrid training is free and open to all adult and community educators across the island of Ireland to build their knowledge of, and capacity in, Global Citizenship Education. As part of Women’s History Month, we will explore the powerful legacies of women who have shaped societies, challenged injustices, and inspired change. Through experiential and participatory learning techniques, we will also critically reflect on why Ireland has one of the lowest proportions of female elected representatives in Europe. All training materials, lunch and refreshments provided. Travel expenses reimbursed. This training is delivered by Saolta and is fully funded by Irish Aid. 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. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.

(2) Oxfam Ireland: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally 

Oxfam is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.

(3) Concern Worldwide: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally 

Concern Worldwide is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in Ireland and internationally. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.

(4) GOAL: Vacancies in Ireland and Internationally 

GOAL is currently advertising vacancies for various roles in a number of countries. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.

(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. Various closing dates apply. Find out more and apply here.

(6) Media and Communications Manager - 20 March

This is a key role within a small team, where you will be responsible for press office, media relations, and driving integrated communications campaigns across media and other channels to engage target audiences. You will have excellent writing skills, a keen eye for detail, experience engaging with senior stakeholders, a creative flair and be well organised. You will be capable of working on your own initiative, as well as being part of a team and you will enjoy working in fast-paced environment. Find out more here.

(7) Facilitator for Community Based Health in Justice Prison to Community project - 24 March

The IRC is now seeking to recruit a facilitator to work alongside the current staff and volunteers and provide support, leadership and mentorship. In addition to facilitation, the role will include opportunities to assist in the further implementation and expansion of the Prison to Community Project in the community. Find out more here.

(8) Research Coordinator for Community Based Health in Justice - 24 March

The key role of this position is to coordinate research and evaluation activities that assist in consolidating evidence-based practices of the programme nationally and internationally. Find out more here.

(9) Self Help Africa: WorldWise Global Schools (WWGS) Education Officer - 14 March

Self-Help Africa is seeking a WorldWise Global Schools Education Officer. Self Help Africa is an international development organisation that works through agriculture and agri-enterprise development to end hunger and extreme poverty. For the past 20 years we’ve been one of Ireland’s fastest growing overseas development organisations, supported in our work by many of the leading international funding institutions. This year, we will invest close to €50m in delivering close to 100 projects designed to improve the lives of more than five million people across 17 countries. Find out more here.

(10) Plan International Ireland: Desk Officer - 30 March

Plan International Ireland is seeking a Desk Officer to join their Programmes Department, managing institutional grants and funding for humanitarian, protracted crises, and development projects. This role involves collaborating with Country Offices and technical experts to enhance grant design and management, support business development, and showcase Plan International Ireland's impact. The Desk Officer will oversee grant management, compliance, and financial management for grants from EU ECHO, INTPA, ECW, and UN agencies. Additionally, they will support Country Offices in developing and reviewing Country Strategic Plans, provide ongoing technical and compliance support, and promote innovative and scalable programme approaches. Find out more here.

(11) Supporter Care Administrator - 24 March

Plan International Ireland seeks a highly motivated, organized Supporter Care Administrator to join their fundraising team. The role involves nurturing relationships with supporters via telephone, email, post, and in-person, handling incoming communications, processing donations, and ensuring GDPR-compliant data accuracy. Additionally, the administrator will manage day-to-day office tasks, support the Individual Giving Officer, and engage the public to support Plan International Ireland’s mission to protect children's rights and promote gender equality. Find out more here.

Calls for Tender

(1) Trocaire: Independent Board Effectiveness Review - 13 March

Trócaire Head Office invites tenders for the provision of an Independent (external) Board Effectiveness Review. Renderers’ must demonstrate that they have the resources and expertise to supply the goods and/or services required. Find out more here.

(2) Dóchas: Call for Tender- Worldview Market Researchers - 30 March

Dóchas - Worldview is looking for established market researchers to conduct the nationally representative Worldview annual survey. Key components of this tender are ensuring longitudinal fidelity, upholding the established segmentation process to create the widely recognised Worldview segments, and continuing the project's nationally representative annual robust research of around 50 questions, following a revision down from the current 77 questions. Dóchas wish to enter a three-year contract on this work. See the full posting and how to apply here.

(3) Dóchas: Call for Quotations - Worldview Strategic Consultancy - 30 March

Dóchas - Worldview wishes to contract strategic consultant(s) with specific experience and expertise in researching public perceptions of international development and ODA, to advise the Worldview public engagement research project and formulate, analyse, and report on the agile 'Part B' questions of the research. The consultant(s) will work with the project manager and in collaboration with stakeholders to identify, develop, and analyse topics for the dynamic ‘Part B’ of the research, and act as a ‘critical friend’ to the project over the several years. See the full posting and how to apply here.

(4) CBM Ireland - Call for Artists: Help Shape a Fairer and Sustainable Future with CBM Ireland - 31 March

CBM Ireland, in collaboration with key project partners, is seeking talented artists or collectives to create highly interactive, participatory, and accessible artworks for the Funding Fairer Futures (FFF) climate and social justice project. This initiative is all about amplifying the voices of often marginalised communities and ensuring that their experiences and expertise shape the climate movement. Find out more here.

Volunteering Opportunities

(1) Irish Development Education Association: Board Member with HR/People and Culture Expertise - 24 March

The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is seeking a new Board (National Council) member with significant experience in human resources (HR) and people and culture. This is a voluntary role, and the successful candidate will provide strategic HR insight to support the development of IDEA’s people and culture strategy. If you are interested in this role, please apply via Boardmatch or if you have specific questions, please contact sal(a)ideaonline.ie. Find out more here.

(2) EAPPI: Now recruiting human rights monitors for 2026 - 23 March

Our human rights monitors are called Ecumenical Accompaniers, or EAs. EAs spend three months in Palestine and Israel witnessing and monitoring human rights violations and standing in solidarity with local peace activists. When they come home, they give talks in their local communities and advocate for an end to the military occupation of Palestine. EAs need to be adaptable, physically and emotionally robust, open to hearing different perspectives and able to represent EAPPI in a professional manner. Find out more here.

Courses and Training

(1) Trinity College Dublin: Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) - 31 July

Established in 2009 following recommendations from the International Commission on Education for Sustainable Development Practice, the Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) is a world-leading and uniquely innovative interdisciplinary graduate degree programme that blends health, natural, social, and management sciences--combined with cross-sectoral professional field training and placements to better understand international development problems and apply best practices.The Dublin MDP is a member of the Global Association of Master’s in Development Practice, headquartered at the UN SDSN with offices in New York, linking with over 30 universities and thousands of partner organisations worldwide. Find out more here.

(2) GOAL: NextGen Youth Programme - 1 April

GOAL’s NextGen Youth Programme brings together young people from all over the world to better understand global justice issues and deepen their understanding of Global Citizenship. This programme will guide young, motivated changemakers to learn all about the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in relation climate and health systems, and how we can strive to create a fairer and more sustainable future for all. Participants will collaborate in creating awareness-raising materials to help share their learnings and hopes for our connected world.The programme is a 10-week engagement with young people in Ireland and select GOAL programme countries focused on creating the learning and empowerment opportunities necessary for positive youth-led change. Find out more here.

(3) National Youth Council of Ireland - 19 March

Applications are now open for Ireland’s United Nations Youth Delegate Programme 2025-2026. Young people from every county are invited to apply for the chance to represent young people living in Ireland, at the UN. Find out more here.

Watch and Listen

(1) Irish Rule of Law International: Impunity for Israeli leadership despite ICC arrest warrants?

Dr. John Reynolds of Maynooth University discusses the reaction of states to the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the country’s former defence minister Yoav Gallant over suspected war crimes in Gaza. Listen here.

Other News

(1) Charities Regulator: Charities Regulator Stakeholder Forum now open for nominations - 25 March

The Charities Regulator’s stakeholder forum was created in 2023 as a direct channel of communication with charity trustees to ensure the views and feedback of volunteers from across the sector, who are responsible for overseeing the operations of charities, are considered when the Charities Regulator is developing policies, guidance and regulatory materials. While the forum operated on a pilot basis from 2023 to 2024, the Charities Regulator sees it as a long-term initiative. The Regulator is currently seeking nominations for the next stakeholder forum To nominate a charity trustee for the stakeholder forum. Find out more here.

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