About Trocaire
Trocaire envisages a just and peaceful world where people's dignity is ensured and rights are respected; where basic needs are met and resources are shared equitably; where people have control over their own lives and those in power act for the common good.
Overseas we deliver our support through local partner organisations, helping communities and families to free themselves from the oppression of poverty.
In Ireland we raise awareness about the causes of global poverty and encourage people to campaign for global change as a matter of justice.
What's Involved
Are you passionate about human rights and social justice?
Trócaire is dedicated to improving the lives of people living in poverty and injustice around the world. Our outreach and awareness-raising in Ireland is a vital part of that work. Volunteers support our work by raising awareness in schools, parishes and communities as well as campaigning on issues that matter.
You can choose to support us with one or all of the following volunteer tasks.
In schools, you will support us in our exciting work in primary and post primary schools, through the delivery of talks, presentations and workshops about Trócaire’s work in global justice and Human Rights. You could also take part in our Game Changers schools cluster events and game competition.
In parishes, you will inspire and enable your local community to take action and contribute to global justice. This can be done by simply displaying materials, keeping the local priest and parish council informed on Trócaire’s work, by raising awareness through the parish newsletter and speaking at mass.
In communities, you will help challenge the root causes of global injustice, and help bring about positive change through your campaigning, by taking part in our major events, by taking part in or organising local events, and by taking action at your local level and online.
What's required for this position
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Understanding of and empathy with ethos of Trócaire
• Energy and drive to work with people and inspire and motivate their engagement in global justice issues
• Flexibility and commitment
• Over 18 years of age
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Experience of working in formal or informal education/youth sectors would be welcome
• IT skills with experience of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Availability to complete outreach during school opening hours (for our schools outreach work)
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle (if tasks located where public transport isn't available)
- Advocacy/ Lobbyist
- Computer/ Web/ ICT
- Education/ Training
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 2 years
Hours required: 1hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Several locations: Cathedral Street, Dublin; 9 Cook Street, Cork; Newstownsmith, Galway
Also available in these counties
Galway
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteering with Trócaire gives an opportunity to contribute to an organisation that is committed to dignity and justice by bringing your valuable skills, experience and energy to our work in Ireland. You will be provided with full training and support.
