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About the ITA

As a non-profit foundation recently founded in Lausanne, the ITA has been built around a solid core of scientific, technical, legal and administrative skills. In this context, speaking of a young and dynamic atmosphere is not just a rhetorical formula, but a real commitment. Today, we are proud to employ dedicated staff with unique profiles from all over the world. The ITA aims to provide a healthy and motivating working environment in which talent can develop.

The ITA is committed to creating equal opportunities for its staff with zero tolerance regarding gender-based discrimination. We practice an equal pay policy in line with the methodology and principles of the Equal Pay Foundation.

Positions

The ITA is now looking for a committed and passionate full-time (40 hours per week)

 

International Relations Manager

 

Job description

 The ITA International Relations Manager will be based in Lausanne and will manage ITA’s international relations function focusing on ensuring positive and efficient relationships with National and Regional Anti-doping Organisations (NADOs and RADOs), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), inter-governmental organisations (such as the UNESCO and the Council of Europe) as well as public and law enforcement agencies as need be.

 

Key responsibilities

  •  Develop and implement fruitful collaborations with ITA’s stakeholders to help support ITA’s mission and the protection of athletes through the fight against doping in sport.
  • Liaise with and act as a point of contact for WADA, NADOs and RADOs, public and law enforcement authorities, inter-governmental organisations and other relevant partners.
  • Implement and regularly review the ITA NADO and RADO Cooperation Strategy, determine potential actions to undertake and make recommendations to the ITA Director General related to ITA’s collaboration agreements and partnerships
  • Ensure proper coordination with all other ITA Departments and Units (Testing, Science & Medical, Major Events, Education, Intelligence & Investigations, Technology, Legal, etc.) to establish appropriate cooperation agreements
  • Initiate and coordinate multidisciplinary development projects to promote ITA’s mission and international cooperation in the field of anti-doping
  • Elaborate and deliver presentations and reports directly related to the field of activity.

 

Expected experience, knowledge, and skills

  •  Higher Education degree (or equivalent) in international relations, political sciences, sport management or other relevant fields
  • Genuine interest in the integrity of sport and the well-being and protection of athletes
  • At least 5 years of experience in similar roles and levels of responsibility. Proven experience in anti-doping-related fields is a strong asset
  • Excellent knowledge of the anti-doping movement and its stakeholders and good understanding of the World Anti-Doping Code
  • Good knowledge of the international sport environment as well as the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder
  • Multicultural profile with demonstrated talent for diplomacy and very strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • good organiser, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
  • Team player, “can do” attitude and service-oriented
  • Excellent English written and oral communication skills. French and other languages are a strong asset.

 

Start date: ASAP or to be discussed.

Application deadline: 15 June 2025

Please e-mail your CV and cover letter to [email protected] and indicate in the email subject title “International Relations Manager”.

 

Agencies, please kindly refrain from sending profiles.

 

ITA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.

Doping Control Officers and Blood Collection Officers

Doping Control Officers (DCOs) and Blood Collection Officers (BCOs) are responsible for the urine and blood sample collection from athletes as part of an anti-doping program managed by the International Testing Agency. The DCOs and BCOs may be involved in Out-of-Competition sample collection or In-Competition delivering the testing program at international events.

Currently, the ITA is only accepting expressions of interest from independent and experienced BCOs who wish to carry out testing on behalf of the ITA. Applicants may submit an application via the dedicated form to be found in the BCO section below.

Blood Collection Officers (BCOs) are professionally trained, qualified and experienced phlebotomists. BCOs are required to collect blood samples in accordance with WADA’s International Standard for Testing and Investigations (ISTI). This involves collaborating with a Doping Control Officer on testing missions to collect blood samples from athletes and ensuring the correct aftercare procedures are conducted.

Click here to submit your expression of interest. 

Full job description

We are continually on the lookout for talented and dedicated individuals that are interested in joining our team.

If you are passionate about keeping sport real and believe that you have the right skills & experience to join the ITA, then please get in touch with us at:

[email protected]

The ITA does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. The ITA is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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