Deadline: 23 January 2025
Stipend: £500/month
Amnesty Tech’s Digital Forensics Fellowship (DFF) is an opportunity for human rights defenders (HRDs), journalists, and technologists to build advanced digital forensics skills. Participants will train with the Amnesty Tech Security Lab to combat digital threats, investigate spyware attacks, and protect civil society from unlawful surveillance.
Key Objectives & Deliverables
- Attend a week-long in-person training in June 2025 (location to be confirmed).
- Dedicate 10–12 hours per month for remote training and independent learning.
- Engage with the cohort and trainers in discussions and collaborative projects.
Essential Requirements
- Understanding of technical threats: Familiarity with digital attacks on civil society in local contexts.
- Experience/interest in investigations: A commitment to identifying digital threats and building resilience among civil society actors.
- Technical Skills:
- Command-line tools and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
- Internet infrastructure knowledge (IP addresses, TLS, DNS).
- Proficiency in GNU/Linux, Android, and iPhone systems.
- Language: Proficiency in English as the primary language of the Fellowship.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following via Amnesty’s eArcu recruitment system:
- A recent CV (PDF, Word, PowerPoint, or Excel format).
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying and how you meet the essential requirements.
Application Process
- Initial Review:
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to submit a pre-recorded video interview (week commencing February 10, 2025).
- Final Interview:
- Successful candidates will proceed to a Microsoft Teams interview with a panel (week commencing March 3, 2025).
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Amnesty International values diverse perspectives and is committed to fostering an anti-racist, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Applications are strongly encouraged from underrepresented groups, LGBTQI+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.
For assistance or accommodations in the recruitment process, contact Amnesty’s team via recruitment@amnesty.org.
For further details or to submit your application: The Digital Forensics Fellowship 2025
