Open-Source Data Collection and Verification Analyst

Centre for Information Resilience

. Collect, verify, and archive large volumes of open-source material related to the Ukraine conflict .

Posted 10/15/2026contractRemote • UkraineMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in OSINT collection, verification, and archiving, with strong capabilities in analyzing digital evidence and delivering training on investigative practices. Proficient in ethical handling of sensitive content and effective communication across diverse audiences.

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OSINT CollectionDigital Evidence HandlingTraining and MentoringGeolocation TechniquesCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

OSINT Verification TechniquesMetadata AnalysisChronolocationSource EvaluationEvidence Database StructuringData AnalysisContent TaggingArchiving PracticesE-Discovery PracticesRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCapacity BuildingCollaborationClear Reporting

Industry Keywords

Open-Source MaterialUkraine ConflictInvestigative PracticesEthical StandardsSafeguarding Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, verify, and archive large volumes of open-source material related to the Ukraine conflict
Analyze social media posts, messaging platform content such as Telegram, videos, images, satellite imagery, and other digital data
Apply OSINT verification techniques including geolocation, chronolocation, metadata analysis, and source evaluation
Structure, tag, and catalogue open-source material within evidence databases
Support investigations, legal work, reporting, and public-facing mapping products
Collaborate with investigators, analysts, and CIR’s Data and Technology Team
Deliver training and mentoring to colleagues and partners on open-source evidence collection, verification, and archiving
Uphold ethical, safe, and secure investigative practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrable prior experience of OSINT collection, verification, and archiving
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate technical terminology for lay audiences
Ability to support clear, concise and timely reporting
Prior experience of digital evidence handling, assessment, or e-discovery practices (desirable)
Prior experience of delivering training, skill-sharing, or capacity-building, particularly in OSINT contexts (desirable)
Must be able to speak and write English
Working proficiency in Ukrainian and/or Russian (desirable)
Ability to comply with organisational policies and safeguarding requirements
Ability to mitigate risks and responsibly handle sensitive or graphic content

Benefits

Comp & perks

CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities
Equal opportunities employer
Adjustments or additional support available during the application process
Access to CIR office premises in Westminster, London or Kyiv, Ukraine while working remotely