About Proofinder Proofinder is an international research and analysis firm specializing in market, field, and sociopolitical studies. We provide verifiable, evidence-based intelligence to non-governmental organizations, policy institutions, and private sector partners worldwide to support data-driven decision-making. Position Overview Proofinder is seeking qualified India-based experts to collaborate on project-based research assignments focused on India’s domestic political environment, party dynamics, and public sentiment. We welcome applications from political analysts, researchers, academics, journalists, pollsters, and policy specialists with deep, ground-level knowledge of India’s political, electoral, and institutional landscape-both at the national level and across key states. The role is intended for experts capable of delivering current, locally informed, and evidence-based assessments that go beyond general media narratives or publicly available summaries.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and analyze domestic political developments, legislative shifts, and governance trends across national and state levels in India.
• Track political party strategies, leadership dynamics, alliance formations, and grassroots mobilization efforts.
• Assess voter attitudes, demographic shifts, public opinion trends, and key socio-economic or regional issues influencing electorate behavior.
• Produce explicit, objective analytical briefings, field assessments, and evidence-based reports.
• Maintain strict accuracy, objectivity, confidentiality, and ethical research standards. Required Skills
• Proven analytical, research, and writing skills with the ability to synthesize complex political dynamics into clear insights.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (proficiency in Hindi or major regional Indian languages is strongly valued for local source monitoring).
• Deep understanding of India's constitutional framework, electoral systems, and federal-state political dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and meet strict project deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to unbiased, evidence-first reporting. Preferred Qualifications
• Background in political science, public policy, journalism, survey/opinion research, or academic research focused on Indian politics.
• Familiarity with qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies (e.g., focus groups, key informant interviews, survey analysis, or electoral data modeling).
• Specialization in specific Indian states or regions, alongside broader national-level expertise.
• Portfolio of published articles, policy briefs, electoral analyses, or research reports.
• Established local networks and access to reliable on-the-ground sources. Compensation & Work Model
• Type: Freelance / Project-based contract.
• Work Model: Remote work, with local field or community-based research as required by project scope.
• Compensation: Project-based, determined by deliverable scope, complexity, and analyst expertise.
• Workflow: Task-based assignments with deliverables due within agreed timelines. Application Process Applicants should submit:
• Updated CV/Resume detailing relevant political research or analytical background
• A brief summary outlining your areas of expertise
• Links or non-proprietary samples of past political analyses, briefings, or published work Applications can be sent to
[email protected] with the subject line: Local Political Analyst
- India Application Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
📌 Local Political Researchers (India)
🏢 Proofinder
📍 India