Wednesday News Issue 40
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.
08 Oct 2025
Upcoming events and conferences
(1) Plan International Ireland: Premier film screening of Nawi: Dear Future Me - 9 October
As part of our IDG End Child Marriage Campaign, Plan International Ireland is hosting a premiere film screening of "Nawi: Dear future me" on the 9th of October 2025 at the Lighthouse Cinema, Dublin and international human rights lawyer and Special Rapporteur on Child Protection has kindly agreed to make an address on the night. The film tells the deeply moving story of Nawi, a 13-year-old who is the top student in her class but faces patriarchal traditions that would see her married off for a substantial dowry in livestock. Nawi takes a bold stand for her own life and those of other young girls at risk, embodying themes of resistance, hope, and transformation, all of which strongly align with Plan International’s mission. Find out more here.
(2) Sightsavers Ireland: Sightsavers Ireland Film Festival: A Vision for Action - 13 October
Sightsavers Ireland invites you to an evening of powerful storytelling, advocacy, and awareness as we host a special Film Festival to mark World Sight Day 2025. Through a compelling selection of short films and documentaries, we will explore the global impact of avoidable blindness and the importance of inclusive eye health. Through the lens of filmmakers, activists, and those with lived experience, the festival invites audiences to see the world differently, and be inspired to take action for a future where no one is left behind. RSVP to comms(at)sightsavers.ie and please let us know if you have any accessibility and/or dietary requirements.
(3) Full Circle Change: Songs for a Better World – An Introduction to Doughnut Economics - 14 October
Doughnut Economics is a framework which proposes something revolutionary – meeting human needs without destroying the planet . Fundamentally, doughnut economics is about a shift in values and mindset, and is based on values such as care, cooperation, equity, diversity, reciprocity, and joined-up thinking. If you are interested in creativity and change-making, come to this fun and participative workshop facilitated by Full Circle Change, to explore these ideas through song and discussion. Singing is an excellent way to involve body, heart and mind in exploring ideas around systemic change for eco-social justice. Find out more here.
(4) The Centre for Global Education: Poverty in Northern Ireland: From the Local to the Global - 16 October
The Centre for Global Education has commissioned a research report titled Poverty in Northern Ireland: From the Local to the Global that comprises a systematic literature review from 2020-2024 of poverty reports in Northern Ireland that discern the main drivers of poverty and persistent trends. The research was compiled by the School of Social Sciences, Education & Social Work at Queen's University Belfast and funded by the Halifax Foundation Empower Programme. Two launches of the research report have been organised. Find out more here.
(5) Front Line Defenders: Interview with Lana Estemirova on her book ‘Please Live: The Chechen Wars, My Mother and Me’ - 18 October
Irish writer and journalist, Caelainn Hogan, interviews Lana Estemirova on her book honouring the legacy of her mother, renowned human rights defender Natalia Estemirova who was forcibly disappeared and murdered in 2009 for investigating and documenting human rights violations during the conflict in Chechnya, Russia's North Caucasus. Find out more here.
(6) Front Line Defenders & Smashing Times: Irish Arts and Human Rights Festival - 10 – 19 October
Ireland’s only annual festival dedicated to the intersection of the arts and human rights returns under the banner “In Solidarity: An International Celebration of Arts and Human Rights. Featuring events that promote equality, human rights and diversity, the festival brings together artists, human rights defenders, and communities across Ireland for 10 days of performances, exhibitions, screenings, discussions, and more. The festival is is presented by Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Front Line Defenders, a Dublin-based international organisation working to improve the security and protection of human rights defenders at risk, as well as a range of partners. Find out more here.
(7) IDEA: Launch of IDEA’s Theory of Impact for GCE - 4 November
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) invite you to the presentation of our ‘Theory of Impact for GCE’. We will lead you through the process behind the creation of this model, how it will be used and what we hope it could bring to the sector. We will also touch on a new tool being developed based on the model, which should allow the creation of an interactive data visualisation map of our collective impact as a network. Find out more here.
(8) The Wheel: Leadership Academy Breakfast Club - 13 November
Join us for our next Leadership Academy Breakfast Club on the themes of leadership and volunteering on 13 November 2025. Find out more here.
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars & Workshops
(1) IDEA: Register for the Advocacy Toolkit and Policy Guide on GCE Workshop - 5 November
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is running a second in-person all-day workshop for members on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, 10.30am - 4.30pm at the IDEA offices, 6 Gardiner Row, Dublin 1, D01 Y183, on our Advocacy. Toolkit and Policy Guide on GCE in Ireland and the Wider World. This is a repeat of the workshop that took place in May and is aimed at members who did not have the opportunity to participate in May. Find out more here.
(2) IIEA: Peace in Times of War: Ideas for Supportive Peace Policy - 21 October
The world is becoming less peaceful and concerns about the future of peacebuilding as a field seem warranted. Based on over 150 interviews, Professor Gearoid Millar will describe various challenges (structural, financial, and practical) that practitioners identify as limiting their ability to contribute to sustainable peace. He will also outline new approaches and mechanisms that would allow policy to better support peace in this time of increasing uncertainty. Gearoid Millar is a Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Aberdeen. Find out more here.
(3) IDEA: Registration is Now Open for the Code Network Meeting - 26 November
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is looking forward to welcoming all members of the Code of Good Practice for Development Education to our next Code network meeting on Wednesday, 26 November, 10am – 3.30pm, in Richmond Barracks in Inchicore, Dublin. There are places for two representatives (staff, volunteers, etc.) from each Code member. One of the commitments in joining the Code is to contribute to the Community of Practice for this Code, including sharing successes and learning with other Code members and attending at least one of the two Code network meetings annually. 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) Programme Manager – Accommodation - 16 October
This Programme Manager will be responsible for leading and managing significant programme areas within the Migration department. This will include leading with programme planning, managing implementation through to delivery and reporting, and engaging with relevant stakeholders, and ensuring the programme area is delivery to the highest standard and in line with organisational strategy. The role will join other programme managers and the Head of International & Migration as the overall management team of the Migration department. Find out more here.
(7) International Programme Officer - 15 October
The International Programme Officer is responsible for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of international programmes, with a specific emphasis on long-term initiatives in key countries. This position is central to the Irish Red Cross's goal of strengthening resilience and national society development. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in humanitarian principles, proven stakeholder engagement skills, and the capacity to travel and operate effectively in complex environments. Find out more here.
(8) Christian Aid Ireland: Church and Community Officer (Munster) - 19 October
This role is part of the Church and Community team (a sub-division of the Fundraising and Supporter Engagement Team) and plays a vital role in stewarding, inspiring and engaging churches, Christian Aid groups and key individuals in order to increase engagement through giving, fundraising, acting and praying – and as a result growing support for Christian Aid Ireland’s work around the world. The majority of these supporters belong to Christian Aid Ireland’s 7 sponsoring church denominations. Find out more here.
(9) Carmichael: Chief Executive Officer - 13 October
The Board of Carmichael wishes to appoint a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next stage of growth and innovation. Find out more information here
(10) UNHCR: Senior Protection Associates - 10 October
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, protects people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and persecution. We work in over 130 countries, protecting millions of people by responding with life-saving support, safeguarding fundamental human rights and helping them build a better future. We are currently recruiting two Senior Protection Associates to join our national office in Dublin, Ireland to work in the area of complementary pathways as part of the Education Pathways Ireland programme and as part of our quality initiative project. Find out more and apply via the UNHCR careers page here.
Calls for Tender
(1) Oxfam Ireland: Invitation to tender for report on “Wealth Inequality in Ireland’” - 24 October
Oxfam Ireland has for over a decade highlighted how extreme levels of wealth inequality undermines poverty reduction and social mobility, erodes democracy and increases economic and social instability. Oxfam Ireland is currently campaigning for a globally applied wealth tax as a key policy intervention to address growing wealth inequality and to raise revenue to increase state capacity to tackle issues of inequality and climate change. Expressions of interest should be emailed to Michaelmccarthy.flynn(at)oxfam.org with the subject line “Wealth Inequality Ireland” no later than COB of Friday 24th of October. Find out more here.
(2) ActionAid Ireland: Consultant to support the development of a learning brief - 14 October
A consultant is sought to develop a learning brief on Survivor Centred/Led Approaches in a Gender Transformative Programme in Kenya, Ethiopia and Nepal. Please submit a proposal of no more than 3-4 pages outlining your suitability, approach, and budget (max €6,000) – please note that this consultancy needs to be finalised in accordance with the timeline outlined in the TOR. Find out more here.
Courses and Training
(1) VSI: Join VSI’s Youth Climate Justice Project 2025
Are you aged 18–25 and living in Ireland? Take part in an exciting project focused on climate justice. Learn, connect, and take action through in-person workshops (8 & 22 Nov, Dublin) and online sessions (10–12 & 17 Nov, 18:30–20:30). Gain valuable skills in advocacy, communication, and campaigning while working on a mini social media campaign. Find out more here.
Watch and Listen
(1) Irish Rule of Law International: El Salvador’s policy of mass incarceration
On the latest episode of Irish Rule of Law International’s podcast, award-winning journalist and new IRLI Communications Lead Evelyn McClafferty explores mass incarceration in El Salvador and the erosion of the rule of law, including the influence of Trump’s policies in the US. Joining her is Juanita Goebertus Estrada, Americas Director at Human Rights Watch, Colombian lawyer, human rights advocate and former member of the Colombian Congress (2018–2022). She played a key role in Colombia’s peace process and now leads Human Rights Watch’s Americas work on democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Listen here.
Other news
(1) Self Help Africa: Shared Office Space Available
We are currently looking for a co-tenant to share our office space in Dublin 1. The proposed arrangement is that the co-tenant would have full use of the office space for 2 days a week, with related costs to be shared on a pro-rata basis. Facilities include 25 workstations, 3 meeting rooms and 1 pod, small kitchen, secure bike parking, secure access. For more information please contact: claire.oregan(at)selfhelpafrica.org or elisa.duncancullen(at)selfhelpafrica.org.
(2) Volunteer Ireland: Nominate a Volunteer - 10 October
The Volunteer Ireland Awards 2025 are now open for nominations! Please submit your nominations before the deadline of Friday 10th October 2025. Find out more here.