Research & Insights Analyst

Role Overview

• Analyse large and complex datasets (including labour market and survey data) to uncover insights
• Translate numbers into compelling stories through reports, proposals, presentations, and visuals
• Contribute to research outputs such as working papers, funder reports, evaluations, and concept notes
• Coordinate and support research studies, surveys, and grants from start to finish
• Respond to data-driven questions from across the business
• Collaborate cross-divisionally to shape strategy, partnerships, and innovation in youth employment
• Help build Harambee’s growing body of knowledge on South Africa’s labour market

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree (e.g. Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or similar)
• 2–3 years’ experience in a data, research, or analytical role
• A solid understanding of the South African labour market
• Comfort working with large datasets using Excel, statistical tools, and/or code
• The ability to present insights clearly — in writing, visuals, and presentations
• A hands-on, curious, and collaborative approach to problem-solving

Benefits

• Real impact : Your work contributes directly to creating pathways into employment for young people
• Integrity & excellence : We do the right thing, and we do it well
• Smart, kind humans : You’ll work with people who care deeply and think boldly
• A fast-paced, learning-rich environment : We move quickly, learn constantly, and adapt often
• Meaningful partnerships : From government to business, our work shapes systems, not just programmes
• We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.