How to Become a Charity Researcher

Considering a career as a Charity Researcher?

This job is perfect for anyone with a brain for facts and figures. As a researcher, you’ll get involved in several in-depth and data-heavy projects that are critical to attracting the right donors and convincing people to give to your cause. This work is essential for any non-profit because it produces the hard facts the organisation needs to back their claims. Depending on the needs of the charity and the type of work, you could find yourself doing anything from market research to academic content.

Where can a career as a Charity Researcher take you?

Charity Researcher £25,000 1-2 years

Policy & Research Officer £35,300 2-3 years

Research Manager £38000 3-5 years

Are you the perfect candidate?

Skills and traits

Well-versed in backing ideas with qualitative and quantitative data
Strong presentation skills
A keen editorial eye
A results-oriented mindset
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication
Passionate about meaningful work
Strong attention to detail

Qualifications and experience

Strong background in research
Educated to degree level
A professional knowledge of the research subject
For specialised areas such as medical, legal and social work, a postgraduate degree may be required
Background in the field/cause may be essential
Knowledge of common analysis tools and databases such as SQL