Hi!

I’m Jane Watkinson (she/her), based in Sheffield, UK.

I am a disabled freelance researcher working in the community sector.

I have over ten years of experience with non-profit organisations, having successfully developed and implemented fundraising strategies for community groups and social enterprises even in a time of austerity, and through the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

I am experienced in research and grant funding applications and evaluations, including ensuring compliance with GDPR – applying my academic background, which included a first-class BA in Sociology from the University of Leeds, and a Distinction in Politics with Research Methods MA from the University of Sheffield.

Notable organisations I have worked with include Libre Digital, LGBTQ+ company E.D.E.N. Film Productions, and the social justice football club AFC Unity.

Since 2020, I have had Long Covid, therefore I am currently working reduced hours. However, if you’d like to work with me, please drop me an email.

Please note I have no accounts on LinkedIn, Twitter/X or Facebook/Meta.