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Research Coordinator

$45k–$75kEntry~5 months to transition

Keep research moving. Coordinate complex projects, manage timelines, track milestones, and ensure scientists and researchers have everything they need to deliver impactful results on schedule.

Key skills you'll need
Project ManagementSalesforceAsanaData CollectionMicrosoft Office
Career progression
Assistant
0–1yr
Coordinator
1–3yr
Senior Coordinator
3–6yr
Research Manager
6yr+
Top courses to get started
menu_book Virtual Assistant ProgrammePaidmenu_book Data Analytics ProgrammePaidmenu_book Project Management FundamentalsPaidmenu_book Research AdministrationPaid
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Policy & Advocacy Analyst

$55k–$95kMid~6 months to transition

Turn evidence into change. Synthesise data and research into compelling policy briefs, advocacy materials, and narratives that influence decision-makers and shape public debate on the issues that matter.

Key skills you'll need
Policy WritingQuantitative AnalysisQualitative ResearchReport WritingStakeholder Engagement
Career progression
Analyst
0–3yr
Senior Analyst
3–6yr
Policy Lead
6–9yr
Director of Policy
9yr+
Top courses to get started
menu_book Public Policy AnalysisPaidlock_open Policy Writing for ImpactFree
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Research Scientist

$70k–$130kSenior~8 months to transition

Generate the knowledge that drives decisions. Design and execute original research studies, analyse complex datasets, and translate findings into insights organisations can act on.

Key skills you'll need
Statistical AnalysisResearch DesignR or PythonAcademic WritingData Visualisation
Career progression
Research Analyst
0–2yr
Scientist
2–5yr
Senior Scientist
5–9yr
Principal Researcher
9yr+
Top courses to get started
menu_book Applied Data SciencePaidmenu_book Causal InferencePaid
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Programme Officer

$55k–$90kMid~6 months to transition

Bridge strategy and impact. Design and manage programmes that deliver real-world outcomes — tracking progress, coordinating partners, managing grants, and reporting results to funders with rigour.

Key skills you'll need
Grant ManagementMonitoring & EvaluationProgramme DesignBudget ManagementStakeholder Reporting
Career progression
Associate
0–2yr
Officer
2–5yr
Senior Officer
5–8yr
Programme Director
8yr+
Top courses to get started
lock_open M&E FundamentalsFreemenu_book Programme Design & ManagementPaid
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