Director, Government Relations/ Directeur, Relations gouvernementales

This role leads the Agency's relationships with Governments and intergovernmental organisations worldwide, strengthening collaboration and advancing a shared commitment to protecting clean sport. Governments are central to the organisation's mission and governance: as one of its two co-founders, they have equal representation with the Sport Movement on the two main governing bodies and collectively contribute half of the annual budget. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer, the postholder leads the Government Relations team and provides internal leadership and insight on governmental matters.

• Develop and implement the Government Relations strategy in alignment with the broader stakeholder engagement strategy.
• Provide strategic and operational support to the President and Director General in their engagements with Governments and intergovernmental institutions.
• Lead and coordinate partnerships with governmental entities, ensuring objectives are achieved and identifying opportunities for new strategic partnerships.
• Work closely with regional offices to proactively identify governmental developments that could impact the protection of clean sport and recommend appropriate responses.
• Identify and coordinate strategic initiatives, engagements and events with Governments and intergovernmental organisations.
• Provide internal leadership and insight on matters relating to Governments and intergovernmental institutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with governmental authorities in host countries, working closely with regional offices and the Office of the Director General.
• Represent the organisation at governmental and international forums, effectively communicating and advancing its vision and priorities.
• Lead and develop the Government Relations team while ensuring strong institutional knowledge, accurate stakeholder data and effective follow-up on key engagements.

• A bachelor's or master's degree in international relations, law, politics, management, sports management, communications or another relevant field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience and knowledge in anti-doping, gained within a government, intergovernmental institution, National Anti-Doping Organisation (NADO) or other relevant organisation.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience working with governmental entities and/or international organisations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and audiences at all levels.
• A demonstrated ability to develop constructive, trusted and lasting stakeholder relationships.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and prioritisation skills.
• The ability to work autonomously and operate with speed, efficiency, flexibility and precision in an international environment.
• Availability for periodic evening and weekend work and international business travel, averaging approximately one trip per month.
• Fit with organisational culture: teamwork, team spirit and love of sport.
• Alignment with core values: integrity, collaboration and excellence.

• Additional languages are an asset.
• Build and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with Governments and key intergovernmental institutions, including UNESCO, the Council of Europe, the American Council for Sport (CADE), the African Union, and Asia/Oceania intergovernmental anti-doping forums.

• A competitive benefits package.