Overview
Support the investigative team of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic by assisting in open-source investigations, verification of incidents, and analysis of patterns of violations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the preparation of the Commission’s report by assisting in open-source investigations, verification of incidents, and analysis of patterns of violations.
- Collect investigative leads from open sources, monitoring Arabic-language social media, NGOs, media outlets, and academic journals, producing daily and weekly monitoring reports.
- Develop open-source investigation skills in line with OHCHR methodology and best practices.
- Assist in the secure preservation and assessment of the credibility, reliability, and probative value of digital material.
- Conduct in-depth open-source research and analysis on selected human rights issues or events.
Required Experience
No extensive prior professional experience is required.
Qualifications
A university degree (or current studies) in a relevant field such as international relations, human rights, law, political science, journalism, digital media, or Middle East studies is desirable but not mandatory.
