Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI), in partnership with FactCheck Africa, is seeking a qualified research consultant to lead the Pre-Election Digital Threat Assessment under our project Strengthening Digital Integrity and Inclusive Participation for Nigeria 2027, supported by the Digital Democracy Initiative (DDI) and CIVICUS.
This consultancy will map AI-driven disinformation hotspots, identify emerging deepfake narratives targeting marginalised communities, and produce the report “Prevalent Misinformation Patterns & Digital Hotspots in Nigeria 2027” — evidence that will directly inform the consortium’s prebunking strategy and resource allocation ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
Applicants should possess:
- An advanced degree in political science, communication studies, data science, public policy, or a related field.
- At least five years’ experience in disinformation research, election monitoring, OSINT, or political communication.
- Strong knowledge of the Nigerian political and information environment, and familiarity with Social Network Analysis tools (Gephi, NetworkX, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated understanding of how AI-driven disinformation intersects with gender, disability, language, and rural exclusion in Nigeria.
This is a lean, 12-working-day assignment running from 15 July to 1 August 2026
Location: 100% Remote (Nigerian-based applicants strongly preferred)
Application Deadline: 10 July 2026 — 11:59 PM WAT
Submit applications to:
brainbuilderedu@gmail.com
o.ogunrinde@thebrainbuilders. (copy)
Women researchers, Nigerian-based consultants, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Lived-experience perspectives on marginalised-community threats are particularly valued.
Join us in building the evidence base that defends Nigeria’s electoral integrity in 2027.