Researcher in Hate Speech and Disinformation

OrganizationSyrian Center for Media and Freedom of ExpressionPosted 21 Oct 2025 Closing date 25 Oct 2025Terms of ReferenceResearcher in Hate Speech and DisinformationSyrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) is an independent non-governmental non-profit organization. We seek to build a society that guarantees freedom of expression and belief, human rights, and justice. Our vision is a democratic world based on justice, freedom, equality, and respect for human rights and dignity.Within The Framework Of The Work Of The Syrian Center For Media And Freedom Of Expression (SCM) In Building a Society Based On Respecting And Protecting The Right To Free Expression Of Opinion, With Support For Building Civic Peace, The Media And Freedoms Program At The SCM Plans To Implement a Study That Addresses” Hate Speech and Disinformation”Therefore, the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression looks for a Researcher according to the attached terms of referenceTerms of ReferencePurchase of services (Researcher)Research topic:FACT-CHECKING AND COUNTERING DISINFORMATIONThe Detailed tasks:Prepare and share the research methodology with the project team by November 15, 2025.Preparing the required research tools, including questionnaires for Syrian journalists and focus group discussions.Submit a draft of the research on hate speech and media disinformation (with a focus on Syrian media) by 15th Feb 2026.Review and submit the final draft on 28th Feb 2026.Review the translated version of the research.Participation in the research launch webinar.Qualifications and skills required:Excellent academic qualifications, at least a bachelor’s degree or higher in Media.Demonstrable experience in developing similar research for the media sector (at least five years).Proven technical expertise, particularly in the use of social media analysis and monitoring tools.Experience and understand the Syrian context and the issues stakeholders face in Syria.Demonstrable extensive experience in research, research methodsExcellent analytical skills – designing research questions, familiarity with (and appropriate use of) research methods, and report writing.At least 2 References from previous projects.WorkplaceOnlineHow to applyTender ProcedureRequired documents:CV proving the required experience and qualifications.At least two references from previous work.Financial offer including:The required Financial compensation.The validity of the offer (duration- date)Application Linkhttps://forms.gle/Ndz9s5CPZvTXPezMAEmail for any questions or explanationsTo: Ebaa.munzer@scm.ngoC.C: Marwan.h@scm.ngoEvaluation CriteriaExperience (70%)Financial offer (30%)Contract DurationUntil the complete execution of the obligations of the contractDeadline For Submission Of The Offers25th Oct 2025Expected Starting Date Of Execution30th Oct 2025Job detailsSourceSyrian Center for Media and Freedom of ExpressionTypeJobCareer categoryInformation ManagementYears of experience5-9 yearsThemeProtection and Human RightsShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn