Wednesday News - Issue 17 2025
Check out the latest edition of Dóchas' Wednesday News, a weekly newsletter sharing information, updates, and opportunities relating to the Irish international development and humanitarian sector! Each week we share details of upcoming events and workshops, employment and internship opportunities, trainings on offer, and much more.
30 Apr 2025
Dóchas News
(1) Dóchas AGM 2025 (Members only) - 8 May
Dóchas members are invited to join us for our AGM in the TCD Portal, Trinity Business School starting at 10am sharp with coffee and tea from 9:40am. Dr. Tammam Aloudat, CEO of The New Humanitarian, will deliver a keynote address on ‘The future of ODA – What now?’. Dr Aloudat is a Syrian-Swiss physician with over two decades of experience at the forefront of international humanitarian organisations and is a leading advocate for decolonising global health and advancing humanitarianism. We will also present 2024 highlights and our annual report, elect new members to the Board and address other statutory business. To register please email anna(at)dochas.ie.
(2) Dóchas Terms of Reference for Website Development - 12 May
Dóchas is seeking a service provider to make recommendations and propose options to update the information architecture, user experience and visual design of our website Dochas.ie. We expect that the successful provider will recommend innovative approaches in order to make our website more effective in reaching and engaging with our stakeholders, and in integrating our new member portal into the design. Deadline is May 12th at 9am. To see more details click here.
Upcoming events and conferences
(1) Concern Worldwide: Campaigning 101 workshop - 7 May
Join Concern for the next installment of our Campaigning 101 workshop series on Wed May 7 at 2pm. Facilitated by David Rossiter this session will explore community mobilisation. Register and find out more here.
(2) The Wheel: The Wheel Leadership Academy Breakfast Club - 22 May
On the 22nd May, 10-11:30am, we will be in the Claremont Stadium in County Meath, discussing Leadership and Allyship. An ‘ally’ refers to a person supporting a marginalized group and as the world turns on DEI now more than ever, we need to understand our responsibilities as allies and roles as individuals and leaders. Our speakers are actively committed to allyship and reflecting on their journey. Edel Mc Sorley is Operations Director at Mr. Price Branded Bargains, and Guillaume Jacquinot is Campaign and Advocacy Manager for The Wheel. This free event is open to anyone in the sector at any level, just register here.
(3) MTU: DEI Under Threat: Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Global Citizenship Education Matters More Than Ever - 10 May
This Deep Dive offers an exciting opportunity for continuing professional development and delving into the topic of equality, diversity, and inclusion in global citizenship education. Joanna Dukkipati of Good Day Cork will be discussing existing barriers to diversity in global citizenship education and pathways to participation. She will be diving into the theme of equity, and using creative methods to manifest inclusive spaces and means to take action. This will be a long day so the workshop will be divided in a way that allows everyone to go between rest, work, and play. Find out more here.
(4) Afri: Annual Famine Walk - 17 May
Join Afri on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, in Louisburgh, Co. Mayo, for the annual Doolough Famine Walk, a poignant journey of remembrance, solidarity, and commitment to action. This year's theme, Sowing Seeds of Change in Remembrance and Solidarity, calls on us to honour the lives needlessly lost during An Gorta Mór—the Great Hunger—by confronting the enduring injustices of our time in solidarity with communities affected today. Find out more here.
(5) Concern Worldwide: Voices for Change: the Concern Debates 40th Anniversary Conference - 21 May
Join us at the Minerva Suite, RDS, as we celebrate 40 years of impactful debating and explore the role of dialogue in building connection and understanding in an increasingly divided world. Through thought-provoking discussions and practical reflection, we'll dive into how to create spaces where tough topics can be tackled openly, respectfully and with a shared commitment to understanding. Find out more here.
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops
(1) Comhlámh and the Centre for Global Education: Decolonising Economic Development: The Role of the Development Sector - 10 June
Comhlámh and CGE invite participation in this online seminar, which will debate the findings of a research report titled Decolonising Economic Development: The Role of the Development Sector study carried out by academics Surbhi Kesar (SOAS University, London) and Ingrid Harvold Kvangraven (King’s Cross College, London). This research assessed the extent to which international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) in the UK are ‘governing the poor’ through Eurocentric interventions, and challenging existing economic processes and institutions that contribute to underdevelopment for some and development for others. The research was based on analysis of INGOs affiliated to Bond, the UK network for organisations working in international development. Register on Eventbrite 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) Christian Aid: Programme Advisor, Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution - 2 May
Christian Aid is looking to recruit a Programme Advisor in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution. This role presents an opportunity to strengthen Christian Aid's work on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention, promote learning, provide technical support to programme teams, drive conflict sensitivity, address the root causes and drivers of conflict, violence and GBV, and enhance practice on peacebuilding and conflict prevention. Find out more here.
(7) International Development Foundation, ILCU: Fundraising Officer (Part-Time) - 7 May
We are hiring an interim part-time Fundraising Officer to join our team. The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for focussing on diversifying our income. This is an opportunity to create and implement new strategies to grow additional fundraising income for the Foundation. Consistent with our ambitious new strategic plan we are aiming to diversify our fundraising income, beyond our core funders i.e. credit unions, and to enhance and ensure sustainable income for our work. Find out more here.
(8) Oxfam Ireland: Fundraising & Marketing Executive - 18 May
Oxfam Ireland is currently looking for a Fundraising & Marketing Executive! This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising and marketing strategy that ensures Oxfam Ireland achieves its organisational objectives on income generation and has a positive long-term effect on Oxfam Ireland’s brand positioning and reputation. Find out more here.
(9) The Irish Rule of Law International: Communications and Engagement Manager - 16 May
The Irish Rule of Law International (IRLI) is hiring a Communications and Engagement Manager. Based in Dublin/ hybrid working, full-time or part-time. Are you a creative communicator with a passion for human rights and the rule of law? Irish Rule of Law International (IRLI) is looking for a Communications and Engagement Manager to help amplify impact. This newly created in-house role, includes developing and leading strategic communications, enhancing digital presence, managing events and media outreach, and engaging with key stakeholders — both in Ireland and internationally. Find out more here.
Calls for Tender
(1) STAND: Call for tenders - consultant for mid-term review - 5 May
STAND is seeking an experienced consultant to lead the mid-term review of our Global Citizenship Education Strategic Partnership with Irish Aid. This review will evaluate their progress from January 2023 to June 2025 and help shape strategic priorities and an updated results framework. STAND looking for someone with proven expertise in Global Citizenship Education, knowledge of the Higher Education sector in Ireland, and a track record of using participatory evaluation methods. The consultancy will take place between May and August 2025 (up to 10 working days). Find out more here.
(2) Irish Red Cross: Terms of Refence (ToR): Identifying and Presenting Successful Irish Community Climate Action Initiatives - 9 May
To identify and present successful Irish examples of local community groups that have developed climate action plans, climate resilience plans, or community preparedness plans, and to define the engagement methodologies used in these processes. Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications for this consultancy opportunity. Find out more here.
Volunteering Opportunities
(1) Development Perspectives: The Boyne Ripple Project - 7 May
The Boyne Ripple Project is now open for applications! This FREE, part-time climate action initiative is calling on people from Louth, Meath, and Cavan to get involved in creating meaningful environmental change in the Boyne catchment area. Find out more here.
(2) VSI: Programmes Officer and Marketing & Communications Officer ESC volunteers - 5 May
VSI are seeking two ESC volunteers to join the office team for 12 months from June 2025. Volunteers must be aged 18-30 years old and currently residing in Ireland. These roles are full-time (35 hours per week) and are funded by the ESC programme. Find out more here.
(3) ACET Ireland: ACET Ireland’s Positive Youth Project Volunteers Wanted - 30 June
We are looking for volunteers to join our team and help with the peer meet-up events for young people living with HIV. Events include sharing experiences, learning about HIV, discussing issues, and participating in fun activities like cinema trips and bowling.We encourage those with lived experience or who have been affected by HIV to apply. Your perspective could inspire young people and shape our project's future.Find out more and register here.
Courses and Training
(1) STAND: Applications are open for the STAND Ideas Collective - 15 May
The Ideas Collective is STAND’s flagship summer bootcamp for students and recent grads who want to make a real impact. Through hands-on workshops in design thinking, social innovation, communications, leadership, and social enterprise development, participants gain the tools, confidence, and community to turn bold ideas into action. Held in Dublin’s Digital Hub, this 5-day in-person programme helps participants explore the root causes of issues they care about while developing their own project and pitching it for the chance to join an incubator and secure seed funding. For more info and application link, click here.
(2) Saolta: Global spACEs - 22 May
Global spACEs is a two-year transformative Global Citizenship Education Programme for Adult & Community Educators from Liberia & Ireland.
Led by DEN-L (Development Education Network - Liberia) and Saolta, participants will engage in immersive learning experiences in Ireland and Liberia, interactive workshops, and peer-led initiatives to deepen their understanding of GCE principles, methodologies, and real-world applications. This dynamic training programme equips educators with tools to address global justice issues, critical thinking, and participatory learning in their teaching and community work. Learn more and get involved here.