NORCAP is recruiting 20-25 new election observers to join our pool of international election observers every two to three years.
Read about the record number of applicants for the 2025 recruitment in Panorama!
Have you applied for the 2025 recruitment? Below you can read more on the expected timeline for the ongoing recruitment:
The Recruitment process 2025:
- Deadline for applications 12 March 2025
- In April, approximately 60 short listed candidates will be invited for a pre-recorded video interview.
- In May, approximately 30-40 candidates will be invited for a final competency-based interview on Teams.
- We aim to inform all candidates of the results by the end of June.
- Successful candidates will undergo a mandatory one-day training in election observation methodology (date not set yet).
Due to the large amount of applications, we will unfortunately not be able to answer to individuel request on the status of your application. However, if you want to inform us of any accommodation we can provide to you during the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Are you a Norwegian citizen with an interest in elections and democracy and want to work internationally? We are looking for candidates with a solid understanding of and passion for democratic processes, international affairs, and human rights.
As an election observer with NORCAP, you will:
- Play an important role in promoting democracy and human rights worldwide
- Get international experience
- Be part of an engaged and competent group of election observers and get the opportunity to take part in training and seminars on elections and democracy.
As an election observer, you must:
- Demonstrate the ability to act objectively and independently.
- Be analytical, accurate, systematic and able to follow instructions.
- Possess strong intercultural understanding and excellent collaboration skills.
- Be able and willing to work under demanding conditions. Our assignments also include hardship and high-risk areas.
Here you can meet some of our election observers (in Norwegian).
Our Commitment to Diversity:
NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We want our election observers to reflect the diversity of the Norwegian society. In this round of recruitment, we especially encourage persons with disabilities to apply to become election observers.
We believe your life experiences offer important perspectives on key issues such as voter participation and accessibility, and that your voice and insights are crucial in enhancing the quality of our analysis and reports. We are therefore dedicated to making reasonable accommodations in order to ensure an inclusive and supportive work environment; so that you feel seen, heard, and able to contribute in a meaningful way.
We are cooperating with Inclue, a recruitment consultancy, owned by the Norwegian Association of the Disabled. Read more about our cooperation in Handikapnytt.no
What does it mean to be part of the NORCAP pool of election observers?
- You will become part of a dedicated group of 150 Norwegian election observers.
- The duration of assignments varies from 8-10 days for short-term assignments and 6-8 weeks for long-term assignments. Preference will be given for candidates available for the longer assignments.
- You are expected to be available for at least one assignment a year with 3-4 weeks’ notice.
- Please note that being an election observer is not a full-time job, and your current employer should be informed and willing to grant you leave.
If you have any questions or need accommodations during the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us.