Vacancies: Garda recruitment campaign launched
The Garda Trainee 2025 campaign opened for applications on 6 February and runs for 3 weeks. Prospective candidates should apply on the Public Jobs website. Deadline 27 February. Click here for more information.
Internship: Political Division, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Internships are designed to provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain practical experience in policy development and in a particular area of work of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Internships will be for a duration of 22 months. Deadline: 3 March at 5pm. Click here for more details.
Vacancy: European Public Prosecutor’s Office, Senior Security Compliance Officer
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office, the independent public prosecution office of the European Union, is seeking applications for the position of Senior Security Compliance Officer. Deadline: 10 March. For more information click here.
Vacancy: European Union Agency for Asylum, Legal Officer (various), Malta
European Union Agency for Asylum, Malta: Legal Officer in the Litigation and Complaints Sector; Legal Officer in the General Legal Affairs Sector. Deadline: 11 March. For more information click here.
Vacancy: State Solicitor (fixed-term)
The Chief State Solicitor’s Office are recruiting for the position of State Solicitor (fixed-term). Deadline: 13 March at 3pm. Click here to access information on this role and the application process.
Internship: Bar Council to pilot new internship programme
The Bar of Ireland is delighted to announce the launch of its pilot internship programme running the 23rd of June to 3rd July 2025. This unique opportunity is open to law students who are passionate about pursuing a legal career at the Bar. Expressions of interest to universities Before Friday 14 March; Nominations by universities/institutions to The Bar of Ireland Tuesday 18 March. Click here for more information.
Vacancy: Chief Executive Officer (Le Chéile Mentoring)
Le Chéile Mentoring is looking to appoint a new CEO to lead the organisation and continue to grow and develop the organisation’s services and programmes. Deadline: 31 March at 5pm. For more information click here.
Vacancy: International Protection Panel and Repatriation Panel
The International Protection Office is seeking Expressions of Interest for assignment to the International Protection Panel and Repatriation Panel. There is currently no closing date for submitting an application however the IPO/ ISD may introduce a closing date at a later stage, if necessary. 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.
Volunteer: Victim Support at Court
Victim Support at Court, or V-SAC, is the only voluntary service in Ireland dedicated solely to court accompaniment for victims of crime, their families and witnesses. V-SAC's volunteers are extremely important to the support that given to victims and witnesses. Volunteers are provided with training and support to carry out the work effectively. Find out about being a volunteer here, and fill out a volunteer application form here.
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