Research Manager
Hybrid · Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
Job Summary
Lead a team of genealogists at IFHC to deliver tailored research services, combining traditional and genetic genealogy, manage client engagements from enquiry through report delivery, maintain high-quality outputs, oversee staff development, and represent the organisation at events; responsibilities include project allocation, workload balancing, quality checks, and collaborating with Sales and Operations to shape genealogy services and packages. Requires strong Irish historical knowledge, extensive genealogical research experience, leadership and mentoring, excellent communication and presentation skills, familiarity with genealogy databases (Ancestry, Findmypast, RootsIreland), and a solid understanding of ethical, legal, and data protection considerations.
Required Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Irish history and heritage in a genealogical context
- Extensive experience in genealogical research, including traditional and genetic genealogy (autosomal DNA, mtDNA, and Y-DNA)
- Proven ability to manage complex research projects to a high standard
- Leadership and people-management experience with a mentoring approach
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage workflow, allocate projects, and meet competing deadlines
- Proficiency with genealogy databases (Ancestry, Findmypast, RootsIreland) and openness to new technologies
- Familiarity with ethical, legal, and data protection issues in research
- Experience representing an organisation publicly (talks, training, media)
- High level of discretion and sensitivity when handling client information
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