Vacancy: ICCL is hiring a Procedural Rights Fellow
The Bar of Ireland – ICCL Fellowship is seeking applications from barristers with 1-3 years of practice who have a strong interest in justice reform, criminal and constitutional law. The Procedural Rights Fellow will work with the ICCL team, providing advice and contributing to research, policy and advocacy work. Deadline: 5pm, 11 February. Click here for more information.
Vacancy: Irish Prison Service, Software Developer (ICT) Specialist (EO)
The Irish Prison Service is now recruiting for the following role: Software Developer (ICT) Specialist (EO Level) in the Irish Prison Service. The closing time and date for applications is 3pm, Thursday, 13 February. Click here for more information.
Vacancies x 3: Children’s Rights Alliance: Operations Director; Legal, Policy & Services Director; Online Safety Legal Officer
Children’s Rights Alliance - 3 roles: Operations Director; Legal, Policy and Services Director (Maternity Cover – 1 Year Contract); Online Safety Legal Officer (Maternity Cover – 1 Year Contract). Deadline 5pm, Wednesday 19 February. Click here for more information.
Vacancy: Mayo Rape Crisis Centre, Director of Services
Mayo Rape Crisis Centre is recruiting for a new Director of Services to join its team in Castlebar. The Director of Services will be responsible for delivering on the vision, mission and strategic plan of the organisation, including managing the budget. They will also oversee the development and implementation of the organisation’s programmes and services on behalf of the Board. Closing date for applications: 21 February. Click here for more information.
Volunteer: Crime Victims Helpline Spring 2025 Volunteer Training Programme
The national Crime Victims Helpline, freephone 116 006, is a listening and support service for all victims of crime in Ireland. Our aim is to support, inform and empower victims and all those impacted by crime. We provide time and space for victims to talk about their experiences. We also provide information about the criminal justice system, crime victims rights and referrals to victim support services in the community. Initial Training takes place in two modules: Module 1: Saturday, 1st March 2025, 10.00am to 4.00pm; Module 2: Saturday, 8th March 2025 10.00am to 4.00pm. You are required to complete the two full days of training. Click here for more information.
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