Senior OSINT Investigator

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Centre for Information Resilience Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

The Centre for Information Resilience (CIR) is an independent organisation dedicated to exposing human rights violations, disinformation and harms against women and minorities. We achieve this through open source research, digital investigations, capacity-building with local partners, and collaboration with media to amplify our impact.

CIR was born out of a determination to expose those spreading harm – online and offline – around the world, particularly in areas of violent conflict, such as Afghanistan, Myanmar, Sudan and Ukraine. Our projects are at the forefront of efforts to investigate and document human rights abuses, war crimes, and harms against women and minorities. We work closely with multilateral and national justice accountability bodies.

The Role

Number of roles: 1 Full time

Contract Type: Contractor

Closing date: Thursday 16th October 2025 at 23:55pm

Contract length: ASAP until end of March 2026

Hours needed for this role: Full time

Location: Nairobi and surrounding region

Languages: You must be able to work proficiently in English.

Requirements

Main Responsibilities

  • Apply open-source investigation and analytical techniques to collect, collate, verify and analyse data from open sources, and record the information in databases with pre-set information fields and ensure they are appropriately sourced and comprehensively capture the topic within the project's scope.
  • Contribute to timely delivery of high quality project outputs including reports and briefings.
  • Delivery of in-person and remote training focused on OSINT (ranging from beginner to intermediate/advanced), data visualisation, digital security, and mitigation of vicarious trauma. Training delivery will involve frequent travel within the region.
  • Preparation of bespoke training materials, including conducting pre and post training assessments to inform design of tailored trainings.
  • Oversee/conduct joint open-source research projects with external partners.
  • Provide mentorship to external partners on topics related to open-source investigative techniques, visualisation, digital security, and mitigation of vicarious trauma, as well as joint research projects.
  • Work closely alongside other trainers/supervise junior trainers.
  • Contribute to internal reviews of effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve efficiency of project activities.

Essential Criteria:

  • Proven track record in OSINT-driven investigations, including using geolocation and chronolocation techniques, as well as social media monitoring.
  • Proficient in satellite imagery analysis, with experience in using tools such as Planet.
  • Extensive experience delivering OSINT training, both in-person and remote (ranging from beginner to intermediate/advanced topics).
  • Ability to work independently, including time management and prioritisation of tasks.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical terminology for lay audiences.
  • Willingness to engage in regular travel to deliver trainings in-person.

Desirable

  • Fluency in Arabic.

Recruitment Process

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form questions. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely unless specified otherwise. CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities.

CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please let us know in your application.

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