Data Governance Analyst (Ireland, Remote)

The Institute for Study Abroad; Dublin; Remote; EUR 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to manage data quality standards and ensure compliance with regulations. The role offers a full-time contract with flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience in data governance. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential, as is familiarity with education data regulations.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data governance or compliance.
• Familiarity with education data regulations (FERPA, GDPR) is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement data quality standards.
• Develop data governance policies in alignment with privacy regulations.
• Train staff on data handling best practices.

Skills

Data governance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Management or related field

Tools

CRMs

Data visualization tools

Job description

Overview

Data Governance Analyst

• Contract Type: Full time, regular contract
• Location: Ireland, Remote/Work-from-Home
• Salary: 42k EUR
• Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and an appreciation for work/life balance, as well as support for professional development.
• Reports to: AVP, Information Technology, Based in the USA

Responsibilities

• Data Quality & Integrity
  • Define and implement data quality standards and processes.
  • Identify and resolve data inconsistencies across platforms.
  • Monitor and maintain accurate student, partner, and academic records.
• Policy & Compliance
  • Develop data governance policies in alignment with privacy regulations (e.g., FERPA, GDPR, HIPAA, EU AI Act).
  • Work with legal and compliance teams to manage data-sharing agreements with global institutions.
• Data Stewardship
  • Act as a liaison between departments (e.g., Enrollment, Academics, IT) to ensure data accountability.
  • Document data flows and manage metadata repositories or dictionaries.
• Education & Training
  • Train staff on data handling best practices and data protection responsibilities.
  • Create clear documentation for data procedures and governance protocols.
• Technology & Tools
  • Collaborate with IT to manage permissions, access control, and data architecture in systems such as CRMs, student information systems, or study abroad platforms.
  • Support system audits and participate in data migration or integration projects as needed.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements, Work Experience And Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in data governance, compliance, or data stewardship.
• Familiarity with education data regulations (FERPA, GDPR) is preferred.
• Experience with CRMs, data visualization tools, or student information systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI Platforms at the enterprise level preferred.
• Demonstrated project coordination and workflow management skills, with the ability to track multiple deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain clear documentation.
• Keen attention to detail, particularly for compliance-oriented tasks.
• Tech fluency, adaptability and openness in learning new platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a proactive approach to problem-solving and follow-up, especially in asynchronous environments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and a mature approach to communication.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders from diverse communities and cultures.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate across international teams.
• Comfortable working in a mission-driven, student-centered environment.
• Able to balance structure and flexibility in a fast-paced, small-team setting.
• Interest in international education or global mobility is a plus.
• Existing work authorization for Ireland and physically reside in Ireland.

We know there are great candidates who won’t check all of these boxes, and we also know you might bring important perspectives, experiences and skills that we haven’t considered. If this describes you, please don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.

Physical and Work Environment

• Usual office tasks such as computer work, typing, phone calls, video calls, maintaining systems and documents
• Remote position. Laptop will be provided.
• Ability to attend occasional meetings outside of local business hours, due to the global nature of our operations.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter via the IFSA Career’s page at https://ifsa-butler.org/careers/ In your cover letter, please highlight your motivation for applying, as well as highlighting a success you’ve had in leading or contributing to a data governance project.

IFSA is an equal opportunity employer, and our hiring process is inclusive of all genders and gender expressions, races and ethnicities, ages, religions and sexualities as well as veterans and people with disabilities.