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Assistant Ancestry & Genealogy Researcher with JFK Trust (CE)

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    NEW ROSS & DISTRICT COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SCHEME COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
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    Ref: #CES-2421864
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    JOHN F. KENNEDY TRUST CLG., Dunbrody Famine Ship, The Waterfront, The , Co. Wexford, Y34 CX76
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    Community Employment Programme
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    19.5 hours per week
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    Community Employment Programme Rates
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    Published On: 21 Nov 2025
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    Closing On: 02 Jan 2026

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.



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This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. 

We are seeking a motivated individual with an interest in history, research, or genealogy to join our team as an Assistant Ancestry & Genealogy Researcher with the JFK Trust. This Community Employment placement offers hands-on experience working with historical records and supporting people around the world who are tracing their Irish roots.

Main Role & Responsibilities:

⦁	Input passenger data from the Dunbrody Ship’s Manifests into the Irish Emigration Database.
⦁	Assist clients in identifying what information they need and guide their research.
⦁	Carry out archive research using sources such as birth, census, and parish records.
⦁	Help establish family links to Irish ancestors and pinpoint their place of origin.
⦁	Apply local historical knowledge to interpret enquiries accurately.
⦁	Manage and respond to email queries received through the Irish Emigrant Database website.
⦁	Provide general administrative support within the JFK Trust office.

Desirable Skills & Attributes:
⦁	An interest in Irish history, genealogy, or research.
⦁	Good attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
⦁	Strong communication skills, especially written.
⦁	Ability to work independently and handle enquiries professionally.
⦁	Basic computer skills (training provided).
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