Under the supervision of the Director: Develop proposals and conduct research, training and policy-based projects, including writing and preparation of reports and budgets. Select, develop and/or recommend appropriate project designs and methodologies. Communicate with internal and external experts and stakeholders to obtain information; conduct policy-oriented research using archives, on-line sources, interviews and focus groups. Conduct and facilitate meetings and workshops. Serve as primary liaison on projects; manage data collection and compilation; analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data; prepare and present project findings to various audiences. Serve on committees and attend meetings with funding agencies and other organizations; monitor expenditures ensuring adherence to program objectives and project budgets. May supervise, monitor or coordinate the activities of other staff.