Wednesday News Issue 21

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Upcoming events and conferences

(1) Concern Worldwide: Over 60's climate café - 5 June

Join Concern on June 5th for a climate cafe discussing climate justice, climate finance and climate action. Register here.

(2) Development Perspectives: The Changing Landscape of Youth Work - 10 June

Join us for an inspiring in-person event that delves into how youth work is evolving to meet the shifting needs of today’s young people. Connect with fellow youth work professionals for a day of thought-provoking discussions, hands-on workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. A light lunch will be provided. Find out more here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops

(1) Carmichael: ''Achieving excellence in your annual report'' webinar - 11 June

Join Carmichael  for a free, live webinar on Achieving excellence in your annual report, as part of the launch of the 10th Good Governance Awards. Find out more here.

(2) Carmichael: ''Excel and AI – how can AI help with formulas and more?'' - 20 June

Join Carmichael for a free, live webinar on Excel and AI - how can AI help with formulas and more, hosted by Carmichael as part of the National Training Fund (NTF) 2025 Programme. Click here to learn more and register here.

(3) Concern Worldwide: Online Intergenerational Climate Café - 13 June

Join Concern for an online global climate café on June 13th at 11am. Register here.

(4) PILA: What Can Pro Bono Do for Your NGO? - 9 June 

At this free in-person event on Monday, 9 June, leading pro bono lawyers will explain how your organisation can benefit from free legal assistance! This event is open to NGOs regardless of whether they have engaged with PILA or accessed pro bono support before.We encourage NGOs who would like an introduction to PILA and pro bono to attend. This includes NGOs who are unsure of what their legal needs are or what type of legal support they may need. For out more information and register here. 

(5) The Ubuntu Network: Dialogue Day - 10 June

The Ubuntu Network, invites you to attend our annual Dialogue Day on the theme of Educator Self-Awareness & Critical Reflection for GCE, taking place on Tuesday, 10th June 2025 at the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone. This daylong event will focus on how teacher educators and pre-service teachers examine their own assumptions, values, and positions in relation to power, identity, and social justice. For more information on the event including agenda and registration, please see 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) Director of Global Programmes - 2 June

Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you value the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trócaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity here.

(3) 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.

(4) 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.

(5) 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.

(6) 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.

(7) Corporate Partnerships Coordinator - 6 June

The Corporate Partnerships Coordinator is responsible for delivering funds from corporate donors. We are seeking a dynamic individual with exceptional motivation and networking skills to drive this critical and expanding area of Irish Red Cross fundraising. This is an exciting role for a self-starting individual who wants to make a difference working with one of Ireland’s most respected charity organisations. For more information please see here.

(8) Liaison Officer – Migration Programme - 10 June

The Irish Red Cross is tasked under its mandate as auxiliary to the Irish Government to strengthen responses to the welfare and wellbeing needs of migrants, refugees and beneficiaries of temporary protection. This role will be Dublin office based-full time- working in HQ reception to be the first point of contact for all visitors arriving at the office in need of assistance. The role will work directly with the Migration team. Find out more here.

(9) Christian Aid Ireland: Church and Community Manager - 8 June

A great team leader passionate about engaging Christians to seek justice, and energised by equipping others to take action in response to poverty and injustice. You love developing strategy, and working with others to work towards delivering results. Find out more here.

(10) Schools of Sanctuary Ireland: Schools Coordinator (Part-time) Midlands, West and North West - 3 June

Schools of Sanctuary is dedicated to creating inclusive and welcoming schools for students from diverse backgrounds, especially families seeking International Protection. We have strong connections with over 270 schools of which over 50 have been awarded Champion Schools of Sanctuary. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as Schools Coordinator for the Midlands, West and North West, who will play a crucial role in growing participation of new schools in our network and supporting those new and existing schools by directly working with teachers to facilitate, include, and integrate students from diverse backgrounds. Find out more here.

(11) GAP Ireland: GLAS Monaghan Programme - 20 June

Thanks to funding from the EU PEACE PLUS Programme, we’re launching a dynamic new initiative: GLAS Monaghan, a new programme that brings together sustainability, community connection, and local action. At the heart of this programme is a simple idea: people from all backgrounds, traditions and communities can come together around shared green spaces and a common love for the environment. Positions available include a Programme Manager, an Education Officer, and a Horticulturist. Find out more here.

Internships

(1) Irish Red Cross: International Humanitarian Law Project Intern - 4 June

The main purpose of this internship is to support all IHL related activities of the IRC. The internship will comprise of a number of projects and tasks, decided in conjunction with the International team and on the basis of the needs of the department and the experience, competencies and interests of the intern. In particularly the position offers the opportunity to contribute substantially to the work of Irish Red Cross on International Humanitarian Law. Find out more here.

Volunteering Opportunities

Vita: Board member with qualifications and expertise in Audit, Risk, and/or Finance - 16 June

Vita is a smart, dynamic, and award-winning Irish International Development Agency. For over 30 years, it has partnered with farmers and communities in East Africa to deliver food, water, and household energy. Vita is looking for a new Board member with qualifications and expertise in Audit, Risk, and/or Finance. If you feel you have the passion, skills and time to support Vita’s mission, please visit our website here.

Courses and Training

(1) Eurocheck Security: Hostile Environment Course - 7-9 July

Our hostile environment courses are suitable for individuals who are currently working in or are going to work in medium to high-risk areas. They will help to ensure that you keep yourself and those you are working with safer. In addition to the normal security subjects covered in the security awareness courses, this course 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. All courses are suitable for NGOs, Charities, journalists, students, human rights workers and volunteers. Reduced rates for regular clients and for organisations sending four or more students. Find out more here.

(2) Maynooth University: International Justice LLM programme - 30 June

The International Justice masters programme provides students with vital practical and conceptual insights into issues of human rights, equality and social justice under international law. It provides deep, critical engagement with how the international legal order works and how it seeks to advance rights and justice for economically marginalised communities, migrants and racialised groups, victims of gendered violence, people with disabilities, and global south peoples. The masters is open to applicants with legal and non-legal backgrounds alike. It includes special guest lectures from UN Special Rapporteurs and other leading figures, a trip to the Hague to visit international courts and institutions, and the option of a placement module to work part-time at one of our partner organisations. Find out more here.

(3) Saolta: Training of Trainers Summer Edition: Peacebuilding in Outdoor Education - 19 June

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. This Outdoor Summer Edition includes: 3 online sessions, 2 full Experiential Peacebuilding days (in the Wicklow and Mourne Mountains) and individualised coaching and mentoring sessions. This training is delivered by Saolta and is fully funded by Irish Aid. For more information and to register please see here.

(4) Maynooth University: Dr Sinead McGrath Memorial Scholarship Scheme, 2025/26 - 1 September

The Department of International Development, Maynooth University welcomes applications for a Masters bursary, which is worth €2500 for the winning student.  Interested applicants are invited to submit a CV, a personal statement ( 500 words)  and a short outline (400 words) on their proposed research topic and its place within the theory and practice of international development, or international peacebuilding, to internationaldevelopment(a)mu.ie. The deadline for applications is 1st September 2025.  For full details of eligibility criteria and T+Cs please contact Dr Tom Campbell, tom.campbell(a)mu.ie.

(5) Maynooth University: Post-graduate programmes at MU Department of International Development - 30 June

Join us at the Department of International Development, Maynooth University, on our PG and MA programmes, which start in September 2025 (full- or part-time). These include our PG Cert. in Global Citizenship Education, MA in International Development, and our MA in International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice. Through them, participants will critically engage with important contemporary issues and enhance their understanding, knowledge and skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others at personal, local and global levels.  Find out more here.

Watch and Listen

(1) The Irish Rule of Law International: Horsehair Wigs 

In Irish Rule of Law International’s (IRLI) new Horsehair Wigs podcast episode, Executive Director, Maria McCloskey dives into the meaning of the rule of law and why it matters. She discusses key principles like access to justice and judicial independence, and how IRLI puts them into action—from Malawi and Zambia to new initiatives in Ethiopia. Maria also reflects on Ireland’s unique role in global justice efforts, rising public interest in IRLI’s work, and a recent visit from Ukrainian judges. Listen here.

Other News

(1) Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Shared Island Civic Society Fund Applications Now Open - 27 June

The Shared Island Civic Society Fund is now open for applications from Monday 26 May 2025 at 9.30am until the final closing date of Friday 27 June 2025 at 11:59pm Dublin Time. Please be aware that this will be the only application round in 2025. If you are planning to apply to the Shared Island Civic Society Fund in 2025, please ensure that you are prepared to submit an application in this upcoming round. Find out more and apply here.