Global Rights Compliance Seeks Junior OSINT Researcher (Russian Speaker) – Remote Position
Global Rights Compliance (GRC), a leading international law foundation dedicated to advancing accountability and strengthening justice systems, is inviting applications for the position of Junior OSINT Researcher (Russian Speaker).
This full-time, remote role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to international justice through cutting-edge open-source investigations.
Application Deadline: 4 December 2025
Posted: 20 November 2025
Organization: Global Rights Compliance (GRC)
Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-time
About Global Rights Compliance
Established in 2013, GRC operates at the intersection of international law, accountability, and human rights. The organization provides specialized legal expertise, policy guidance, and strategic support to governments, civil society organizations, and international partners. Its mission is rooted in advancing justice through the principled application of international humanitarian law, human rights law, and international criminal law.
GRC is active in some of the world’s most challenging legal and security environments. Its work includes investigating international crimes, documenting human rights violations, strengthening justice mechanisms, and supporting accountability processes globally.
About the DPRK Accountability Team
The Junior OSINT Researcher will join GRC’s specialized team focused on accountability for grave human rights violations committed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). GRC’s DPRK-focused projects involve:
- Investigating state-sponsored forced labour affecting North Korean nationals
- Analyzing transnational repression by the DPRK regime
- Conducting open-source and legal investigations
- Producing legal analysis, advocacy, documentation, and capacity-building outputs
- Working with local and international partners to promote survivor-centered accountability
These projects represent some of the most complex and sensitive investigations in the human rights field, requiring meticulous research, methodical analysis, and adherence to ethical and evidentiary standards.
Role Overview: Junior OSINT Researcher
The Junior OSINT Researcher will support ongoing investigations by collecting, verifying, analyzing, and preserving open-source information. The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented researcher who understands the legal and ethical framework underpinning investigations of human rights violations and international crimes.
Key Responsibilities
- Information Collection: Assist in gathering open-source data relevant to ongoing investigations, using advanced OSINT tools, digital footprints, publicly accessible databases, and social media analysis.
- Evidence Preservation: Ensure open-source material is stored and maintained in accordance with international standards and digital evidence protocols.
- Drafting and Documentation: Contribute to drafting project deliverables, including research reports, investigation summaries, and analytical briefs.
- Training & Events: Support the preparation and delivery of workshops, events, and capacity-building sessions.
- Project Support: Assist with tasks necessary for the smooth implementation of investigative and research activities, adapting quickly to emerging priorities.
Candidate Profile: Skills and Experience
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience conducting open-source research and investigations
- Bachelor’s degree in law or a related field (such as journalism, international relations, public policy, or political science)
- Experience documenting or investigating international crimes, human rights violations, or transnational repression
- Demonstrated ability to draft clear, structured investigative findings and reports
- Practical experience handling sensitive material responsibly, following ethical and security guidelines
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills
- Fluency in Russian and English, both written and spoken
Highly Desired Experience
- Work related to forced labour, transnational repression, or cross-border human rights violations involving Russia or North Korea
- Prior work on the North Korean context, including human rights, security, or geopolitical analysis
- Knowledge of international humanitarian law (IHL) and international criminal law (ICL)
- Familiarity with OSINT methodologies for accountability, including digital verification, geolocation, timeline reconstruction, and media forensics
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to operationalize investigative strategies
- Detail-oriented and administratively organized
Why This Role Matters
The Junior OSINT Researcher will play a key role in uncovering critical information that helps bring justice to survivors of grave human rights violations. GRC’s work directly contributes to global accountability processes—ensuring that complex crimes, including those committed by the DPRK, are documented, analyzed, and addressed.
This position offers the opportunity to:
- Work within a respected global human rights organization
- Contribute to meaningful accountability initiatives
- Develop advanced OSINT and digital investigation skills
- Collaborate with legal experts, investigators, and civil society partners
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before 4 December 2025.
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter (in English) to Application Form – Junior OSINT Researcher by 4th December 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
