There is No Alternative or is there? We need to talk about economics in GCE.
Date: Wednesday, 14 October, 10.30am - 4.30pm
Location: Brandsma Room in the Carmelite Centre
Central to Global Citizenship Education (GCE) is the commitment to exploring the root causes. Probably the biggest 'root cause' is our neo liberal model of economics. IDEA's Autumn training will take place on Wednesday14 October from 10.30-4.30 in the Brandsma Room in the Carmelite Centre.
As summarised in the research paper commissioned by Financial Justice Ireland and the Centre for Global Education 'Exploring the Elephant in the Room' in their recommendations:
'There is a need for professional development of DE in facilitating the development of explicit economic considerations in their work'. Therefore this training in collaboration with Financial Justice Ireland, will:
- Familiarise participants with critiques of the dominant economic ideology, policies, and their impact and introduce them to the several alternatives models.
- Develop participants’ mindset that gives explicit attention to the economic factors that affect or are affected by whichever social, environmental or political issue that is being investigated.
Fee:
€3.00 - Students/unwaged
€10.00 - Members
€20.00 - Non-members
Register below
23 September, 12.30pm - 3.00pm,
IDEA offices, 6 Gardiner Row, Dublin 1.
IDEA is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to lead our strategic communications and public engagement work. IDEA is the national network for Development/Global Citizenship Education (GCE) in Ireland. We work with over 100 member organisations and individuals to strengthen the sector through collaboration, professional learning, research, policy engagement and advocacy. Development Education /Global Citizenship Education enables people to understand the world around them, think critically about global justice and sustainability, and take informed action to help create a more just and sustainable future. Reporting to the CEO, the Communications Manager will lead the development and delivery of IDEA's communications strategy, strengthen engagement with members and partners, raise the profile of IDEA, its members and the Global Citizenship Education sector, and communicate the value and impact of their work to a wide range of audiences. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Lead IDEA's strategic communications and public engagement work. Develop and deliver communications strategies and annual communications plans. Raise the profile of IDEA, its members and the wider Global Citizenship Education sector. Communicate the impact of IDEA's work and showcase the work, learning and impact of members. Lead digital communications, media relations and organisational communications. Build relationships with members, partners, policymakers, media and other stakeholders. Salary and Benefits Salary: €49,522 - €55,737 per annum, depending on experience Full-time, one-year fixed-term contract. IDEA intends this to be an ongoing role, with the opportunity for the position to become permanent, subject to funding. May consider 4 day arrangement. Applications from candidates seeking a four-day working week will be considered 6.5% employer contribution to a contributory pension scheme Hybrid working arrangements (Dublin city centre office) Opportunities for professional development About You You'll bring: At least five years' relevant communications experience Experience developing and delivering communications strategies Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills Experience managing digital communications, websites and social media Strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills An understanding of, or interest in, Global Citizenship Education, education, international development or the wider not-for-profit sector. How to Apply Please read the Job Description and Application Information PDF before applying. It contains the full role description, person specification, terms and conditions and application instructions. Applications should include: A current CV. A cover letter (maximum two pages). Email applications to recruitment@ideaonline.ie with the subject line Communications role. The deadline for applications is Thursday 17 September, 9.00am (Irish time).
Applications should be submitted online to recruitment@ideaonline.ie by Thursday, 13 August, 9.00am.
