Job Description

Overview: Foundation Diaspora in Action for Human Rights and Democracy (DAHRD) formerly known as Foundation The London Story (TLS) is a non-profit organisation led by Indian diaspora, and a leading voice promoting human rights and democratic values in EU-India relations. DAHRD's objectives are to investigate human rights violations and abuses, analyse and document governmental and non-governmental action that perpetuates or ignores human rights abuses and violations, and advocate for justice, peace, and collective action against grave human rights violations. DAHRD specifically focuses on misinformation, disinformation, hate speech, and online propaganda that lead to violations of core human rights to life, liberty and health, especially in India. We are looking for a Researcher to investigate the role of social media platforms in shaping political opinions and democratic outputs. The researcher will track online activity, identify patterns of coordinated manipulation, and situate these dynamics within broader political, legal, and regulatory environment. Key Responsibilities

Monitor activity on major social media platforms (Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, and regional platforms).

Identify trends in disinformation campaigns, hate speech, coordinated inauthentic behavior, and political messaging.

Map narratives designed to polarize communities along religious, caste, regional, or political lines.

Situate findings within India's electoral and political dynamics, to identify how platforms are uses for political communication.

Produce high quality regular briefs and reports highlighting patterns of online manipulation, their offline impacts, and regulatory or policy responses.

Contribute to larger research projects on tech accountability, democracy, and social cohesion.

organize workshops and discussions on disinformation, political communication, and digital governance.

Maintain regular contact with media and CSOs to disseminate and share findings. Qualifications

Academic Background: Master's degree (or advanced training) in political science, law, media studies, sociology, or related fields.

Strong understanding of Indian politics, society, and media environment.

Familiarity with methods for analyzing social media manipulation (e.g., tracking hashtags, identifying coordinated behavior, fact-checking).

Ability to contextualize digital manipulation within broader social divides and political strategies.

Excellent writing and analytical skills, with the ability to produce timely, accessible reports. Experience:

Prior research experience in disinformation studies, political communication, media, or digital governance.

Experience with tools for social media monitoring or digital ethnography methods.

Other: Commitment to rigor, independence, and democratic values. Foundation Diaspora in Action for Human Rights and Democracy (DAHRD) (Formerly Foundation The London Story (TLS) 2-79 Desired Attributes:

Passion for human rights and justice.

Fast learner, able to assimilate new information and techniques quickly.

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Be able to effectively work in an intercultural and decentralised team and with a diverse range of partners.

Have previous experience or willingness to learn using Canva, Mailchimp and Outlook.

Proactive, detail-oriented, and accountable for high-quality outputs.

Ability to engage effectively with team members and external contacts.

Capability to manage high- stress situations and maintain a calm, professional demeanor. What we offer:

A competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

A contract of limited duration (1 year) with a probation period and possibility to extend.

Mentoring and prospects for professional growth. How to Apply:

Please send your CV (max. 2 pages) and a cover letter (max. 1 page) describing how you meet the requirements via email to the Operations Director, M. van Dorssen, info@thelondonstory.org, at the latest by September 30th, 2025, 23:59 CET. Joining date: ASAP.

Please reference this application as "Application for Researcher" in your correspondence. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,687.62 - ₹70,550.95 per month

Work Location: Remote