Wednesday News Issue 32

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Dóchas News

(1) Terms of Reference: EU Presidency Project Consultancy Services - Proposal Development - 18 August

Dóchas connects, strengthens and represents a network of international development and humanitarian organisations who have a shared vision of a just, sustainable and equal world. Comprised of 47 full members and 8 associate members, Dóchas plays a unique role in safeguarding Ireland’s reputation of punching above its weight due to its long-standing commitment to global development. Ahead of Ireland’s EU Presidency (July - December 2026), we are embarking on a Presidency Project with two other national platforms in Lithuania and Greece, together with CONCORD Europe. This Presidency Project will run from April 2026 to March 2028. In Autumn 2025, we will submit a multi annual proposal for this project to the European Commission with the Development Education and Awareness Raising Programme (DEAR). Dóchas will be the lead agency. Find out more here.

Upcoming Events and Conferences

(1) National Youth Council Ireland: From Conflict to Connection: Youth Work in Ireland - 8 September

This event is designed for those supporting young people through increasingly complex realities, both at home and globally. Whether it’s navigating tensions in your local community or responding to international conflicts that shape how young people see themselves and the world, this space is for you. This is not just another training. It is a rare opportunity to pause, reflect, connect and build practical tools that help youth workers face conflict without fear. It will offer creative approaches to holding difficult conversations in your work, with a focus on community, care and justice. Find out more here.

Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops

(1) Carmichael: Navigating AI and Data Protection in the Non-Profit Sector - 3 October

As part of the National Training Fund (NTF) 2025 Programme, Carmichael is hosting a free webinar “Navigating AI and Data Protection in the Non-Profit Sector.” Join us on 3rd October 2025, from 1:05 PM to 1:55 PM, for an insightful session exploring the vital link between artificial intelligence and privacy compliance.  Find out more here.

(2) National Youth Council of Ireland: Youth Climate Consultation 2025 - 26 August

The National Youth Council of Ireland and the Department of Climate, Energy & Environment (DCEE) co-manage the Climate Youth Delegate Programme, and this year we're conducting an online consultation where young people's opinions and perspectives will be shared directly with the Department of Climate, Energy & Environment and feed into its COP30 priorities. The consultation will take place online from 11am – 1pm on Tuesday, August 26th. This year's COP30 (and thus our consultation) is focusing on 5 main topics: Just Transition; Gender; Human Rights; Mitigation; and Adaptation. Register 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.

Christian Aid Ireland

(6) Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager - 22 August

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and Supporter Engagement, the Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager will be a key member of the Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team helping to shape the culture and the strategy of the team. The post-holder will be responsible for the work of the Partnerships & Philanthropy sub-team including building, identifying, maintaining and managing long-term relationships with a variety of donors and influencers across Ireland. The post holder will be expected to secure significant and sustainable income and reach agreed fundraising targets. Find out more here.

(7) Administrative Assistant (Programmes) - 24 August

The post holder will provide effective and efficient administrative support for the International Programmes Department and, when possible, the Policy and Advocacy Unit, acting as the first point of contact for the public through reception and telephone duties plus various other duties. Find out more here.

(8) Plan International: Desk Officer – Irish Aid Unit - 13 August

Plan International Ireland is looking for a Desk Officer to join the Irish Aid Unit, with a focus on managing the humanitarian funding streams within our Irish Aid ICSP programme. The role involves close coordination with Plan Country Offices to ensure effective grant implementation and strong donor compliance. The Desk Officer will also contribute to funding proposals and support strategic country-level planning. Fluency in French is essential to effectively support our work in French-speaking countries. The role requires international travel. Find out more here.

(9) A Partnership with Africa: Chief Operating Officer - 22 August

A Partnership with Africa is looking for a Chief Operating Officer who can be responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the organisation and support the CEO in shaping and executing APA’s strategic plan and organisational priorities. The postholder will oversee core functions including finance, risk management, compliance, human resources, and governance support. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior leadership role within the charity or voluntary sector. Find out more here.

(10) Habitat ReStore Glasnevin: Multiple positions - 22 August

Habitat for Humanity Ireland is delighted to launch Habitat ReStore in Glasnevin and is recruiting for three roles: ReStore Manager, Donation Collection Driver/Supervisor and Volunteer Coordinator. Find out more about each role here.

(11) Schools of Sanctuary Ireland: Schools of Sanctuary Coordinator - 26 August

Schools of Sanctuary (SoS) is dedicated to creating inclusive and welcoming educational environments for students from diverse backgrounds, especially families seeking International Protection. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as Schools Coordinator to work with schools in Dublin, Meath & Kildare. The successful applicant ideally will reside in one of the counties above. The Schools Coordinator 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.

Calls for Tender

(1) Rosminians (Institute of Charity): Consultancy for developing a system for skills training - 2 September

The Rosminians are an international congregation running parish, educational, health, community and capacity strengthening programmes. These have expanded in our East Africa Province (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda), together with a growth in the number of students for the priesthood. This short consultancy will expand our effectiveness by developing a system for skills training of Rosminian personnel as part of their formation. This will equip them with skills to implement and manage projects benefitting communities in the global south.  Find out more here.

(2) Oxfam Ireland: Evaluation of ‘Activists and Advocates’ project with the Irish Refugee Council - 28 August

Invitation to tender for an independent evaluation: The Irish Refugee Council and Oxfam Ireland’s ‘Activists and Advocates’ project aims to enhance the advocacy capacities of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants who are or want to be advocates for change in the international protection system and defending access to
justice for people on the move.  Funded by IHREC, we have organised 7 batches of workshops on a variety of topics proposed by rights holders. We are seeking to engage a researcher to do an evaluation to determine the extent to which project aims have been achieved and to make recommendations related to the next stage of this project. Find out more here.

Courses and Training

(1) The Wheel: Transformative Leadership Programme - 29 September

We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for this year's Transformative Leadership Programme. The Transformative Leadership Programme is accredited at Level 8 through our partners at Maynooth University. The programme focuses on strengthening and deepening your capacity and ambition as a leader in the Irish community and voluntary sector. This year, as part of The Wheel and The Leadership Academy’s commitment to contributing to a diverse and inclusive Leadership pipeline for the sector, we will be making two fully paid bursaries for the Transformative Leadership course available.  Find out more here.

(2) DSA Ireland: Indigenous Knowledge and Practice: an optimistic response to the global funding crisis? - 3 September

DSAI will host an Autumn School on the theme of Indigenous Knowledge and Practice: an optimistic response to the global funding crisis. The development community at present is profoundly shaken by the cuts to development aid budgets and the negative implications of these cuts for humanitarian organisations, partner agencies and communities in the Global South. These cuts come at a time of growing need in the face of conflict, food insecurity and displacement. Our sector is perhaps struggling to find ways to respond. Find out more here.

(3) Meath Partnership: Global Citizenship Education Course - 1-2 October

Meath Partnership are offering a free a 2-day course in Global Citizenship Education on the 1st and 2nd of October as part of our Connecting Cultures - Sustaining Our World programme. This free course is suitable for Adult and Community Educators, people who work or volunteer with community or charitable organisations, social justice and human rights activists.This highly interactive course will give you a deep understanding of how and why applying a GCE approach will build strong, value based communities by challenging the root causes of inequality. Find out more here.

(4) IDEA: The ABC of Global Citizenship Education 2025 - 17 September

Register for the Irish Development Education Association (IDEA)’s 2025 edition of the ABC of GCE Training! It will run in three parts, through a mixture of online and in-person sessions. This training is specifically designed for newcomers to Global Citizenship Education but is open to all. It was first run in 2023 in collaboration with Concern Worldwide’s Global Citizenship team, with the intention of supporting newcomers to GCE to deepen their understanding and develop their skills in Global Citizenship Education delivery. It will also be useful for anyone who wishes to refresh their Global Citizenship Education skills. Find out more here.

(5) Eurocheck Security: Hostile Environment Course - 15 September

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.

Other News

(1) Plan International Ireland: Feargal O'Connell appointed CEO of Plan International Ireland

Plan International Ireland is pleased to announce the appointment of Feargal O’Connell as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from mid-August 2025. Mr O’Connell joins Plan from Self Help Africa where he has served as CEO for the past two years. He will replace Paul O’Brien who retires at the end of July after eight years leading the development and humanitarian organisation. Feargal O'Connell has over two decades of experience in senior roles in the INGO sector including with Concern Worldwide and the International Rescue Committee, as well as serving as CEO for Sightsavers Ireland and the aforementioned Self Help Africa.

(2) Centre for Global Education: Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review Issue 42 Call for Contributors - 26 September

The Centre for Global Education invites contributions to Issue 42 of its bi-annual, peer reviewed and open access journal, Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review on the theme Pedagogical Responses to the Meta Crisis: The Role of Development Education. Authors interested in contributing an article to this issue should submit a 300-word article abstract by 5.00pm on Friday, 26 September 2025. Find out more here.

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