Research Assistants – Multiple Positions
VoteGuard International Ltd | Remote | Global | Unpaid
VoteGuard International Ltd is seeking volunteer Research Assistants to support the global implementation of its Electoral Fraud Treason-Risk Index (EFTRI) project. Multiple positions are available for individuals interested in gathering and mapping publicly available electoral fraud evidence.
About Us
VoteGuard International Ltd is an Australian-registered international nonprofit defending the people’s authority to elect their government through research, legal frameworks, and lawful global engagement.
Our guiding principles:
- The People are the State
- Electoral Fraud is a Silent Coup
- Electoral Fraud is Treason
EFTRI is a structured, non-accusatory framework assessing systemic electoral risks using publicly verifiable secondary sources.
Role: Research Assistants (Volunteer)
Overview:
Data Collectors gather, organise, and document publicly available electoral evidence to support EFTRI research under the supervision of project leads.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect secondary data from sources: election reports, court judgments, observer reports, NGO/academic research, and credible media reports
- Map electoral irregularities to EFTRI indicators across seven electoral aspects
- Record and maintain accurate citations and references
- Flag uncertainties or gaps in the data
- Follow guidance from project leads and participate in peer review
Skills & Experience (Desired):
- Interest or background in law, political science, public policy, governance, or social research
- Strong analytical and information-gathering skills
- Attention to detail and evidence discipline
- Basic spreadsheet or database skills
- Ability to follow structured methodology
- No formal qualifications required
Ethical & Legal Standards
- Use only publicly available or consent-based information
- Follow EFTRI’s non-accusatory, systems-focused approach
- Avoid speculation, advocacy, or personal opinion
- Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
Time Commitment & Remuneration
- Flexible, remote, and workload agreed based on availability
- Suitable alongside work or study
- Volunteer – unpaid
What We Provide
- Experience in professional-level data collection for research projects
- Structured methodology, tools, templates, and guidance
- Opportunity to contribute to globally significant research
- Formal recognition (certificate/reference)
How to Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected], outlining:
- Your availability and regions of interest (if any)
- Your relevant experience or background
Join us and help defend the people’s authority to elect their government by contributing to this global research initiative.
Closing Date: Ongoing recruitment
