Careers
AFDES welcomes researchers, journalists, observers, interns, fellows, developers, designers, translators, and civic-minded professionals.
Join Our Mission
AFDES is building a network of researchers, analysts, journalists, election observers, policy professionals, designers, developers, translators, and civic leaders committed to advancing democracy, governance, human rights, research, journalism, and civic engagement.
There are currently no open positions, but we welcome expressions of interest from people who share our mission and want to contribute to our work.
Opportunities
AFDES will grow through staff, fellows, interns, volunteers, and specialized contributors.
Employment
Future staff roles in research, editorial, programs, communications, operations, and technology.
Internships
Opportunities for students and early-career professionals to gain practical experience.
Research Fellows
Affiliated researchers contributing papers, analysis, data, and policy insight.
Consultants
Short-term expertise in research, training, legal analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and design.
What We Value
Our work depends on seriousness, integrity, curiosity, and public purpose.
Independence
We value nonpartisan, evidence-based work grounded in public interest.
Rigor
We prioritize accuracy, context, research standards, and careful analysis.
Service
We work to strengthen democratic understanding and civic capacity.
Collaboration
We welcome contributors across disciplines, backgrounds, and professional pathways.
Current Opportunities
Formal openings will be listed here as AFDES grows.
Open Positions
There are currently no advertised staff positions.
Expressions of Interest
Researchers, analysts, journalists, observers, designers, and students may introduce themselves through the contact page.
Send an Expression of Interest
Use the contact page to introduce yourself, your skills, and the area of AFDES work you want to support.
Contact AFDES