Job Description (JD)
Organization: One World News
Location: Remote / Office (as applicable)
Department: Editorial & News Content
Employment Type: Full-Time
About One World News
One World News is a dynamic digital news platform committed to delivering accurate, insightful, and impactful news content across politics, governance, public policy, and current affairs. We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Political Affairs & Civics Researcher who can support our editorial team with in-depth research, fact-checking, analysis, and content development.
Position Overview
We are seeking a candidate with a strong understanding of Indian politics, governance, civics, constitutional frameworks, public administration, and current affairs. The ideal candidate should be capable of simplifying complex political and civic issues into engaging, accurate, and audience-friendly content for digital platforms, news stories, video scripts, and social media.
Key Responsibilities
Political Research & Analysis
Track daily political developments at national, state, and local levels.
Research government policies, legislative developments, elections, and public administration topics.
Monitor Parliament sessions, political debates, government announcements, and policy decisions.
Provide background research and contextual analysis for news stories.
Civics & Governance Content
Create informative content explaining constitutional provisions, governance structures, public institutions, and civic rights.
Develop educational content on topics such as:
Indian Constitution
Fundamental Rights & Duties
Parliament and State Legislatures
Judiciary and Electoral Processes
Government Schemes and Public Policies
Local Governance and Civic Administration
Fact-Checking & Verification
Verify political statements, claims, data, and policy-related information.
Conduct thorough fact-checking using credible sources and government publications.
Ensure editorial accuracy and compliance with journalistic standards.
Script & Content Development
Assist in writing:
News articles
Political explainers
Election coverage content
Video and AI-anchor scripts
Opinion-neutral current affairs summaries
Social media content
Editorial Support
Identify emerging political stories and trends.
Prepare briefing notes for anchors and editorial teams.
Coordinate with reporters, content creators, and video production teams.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
Political Science
Public Administration
Journalism & Mass Communication
International Relations
Law
Sociology
Public Policy
Related fields
Experience
1–3 years of experience in political journalism, research, policy analysis, media, think tanks, or content creation.
Freshers with exceptional political and civic knowledge may also apply.
Required Skills
Political & Civic Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
Indian Constitution
Indian Political System
Electoral Politics
Governance & Public Policy
Current Affairs
International Relations (preferred)
Research Skills
Excellent analytical and research capabilities.
Ability to interpret government reports, policy documents, and legislative texts.
Communication Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Hindi proficiency preferred.
Ability to explain complex political concepts in simple language.
Digital Skills
Familiarity with digital news platforms and social media.
Knowledge of Google Workspace/MS Office.
Experience with content management systems is an advantage.
Preferred Candidate Profile
Politically aware but professionally neutral.
Strong ethical standards and commitment to factual journalism.
Curious, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
Passionate about public affairs, governance, and civic education.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced news environment.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work with a growing digital news platform.
Exposure to political reporting, policy analysis, and civic education initiatives.
Creative and collaborative newsroom environment.
Career growth opportunities in journalism and media research.
How to Apply
Send your updated resume along with:
A short note on why you are interested in political journalism.
Two writing samples on politics, governance, or current affairs.
Email Subject: Application for Political Affairs & Civics Researcher – One World News
Informing. Educating. Empowering.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
