Independent Anti-Doping Advisory Group Member - Voluntary Role in Cardiff

As a member of the Independent Anti-Doping Advisory Group, you will play a critical role in promoting integrity and fairness in the WRU by providing expert guidance and strategic advice on anti-doping matters. This voluntary position supports the development and implementation of best practice policies, procedures, and systems to ensure a robust and ethical approach to doping control and education.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on policy development, case management, sector training needs, and identifying emerging trends or significant cases for learning.
• Contributing to setting research and evaluation priorities.
• Promoting multi-agency collaboration.
• Advising on the strategic allocation of resources and funding.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience or expertise in anti-doping, sport governance, legal or regulatory frameworks, healthcare, or relevant academic disciplines, who are committed to supporting clean sport through strategic leadership and informed, independent advice.

The Person:

• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of anti-doping principles and frameworks (e.g. WADA Code).
• Experience in developing or advising on policies, procedures, or governance structure, ideally in sport, health, or regulatory sectors.
• Familiarity with investigative, legal, or disciplinary case management, especially in doping or compliance contexts.
• Experience identifying training needs or delivering education programs.
• Ability to interpret or advise on research, trends, and evidence to inform best practice and policy decisions.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders such as sports bodies, medical professionals, law enforcement, or regulatory agencies.

The Role:

• Foster and promote best practice in anti-doping through the development of effective policies and procedures.
• Promote effective multi-agency collaboration.
• Advise and make recommendations on best practice models for case management.
• Provide input on anti-doping training needs.
• Identify and highlight significant current or historical doping cases or trends for sector learning and dissemination.
• Advise on priorities for research and evaluation to support anti-doping efforts.

WRU Requirements:

• Proficient in IT skills, specifically Microsoft packages.
• Excellent written and verbal communications are essential, along with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and a Valid UK Driver's License is desirable.
• This role is subject to a basic/enhanced DBS check.

Our Values:

The WRU Group are committed to developing a culture whereby all employees are equally valued and respected. Our aims, together with our vision and mission, are underpinned by our core values and beliefs which embrace: Integrity, Excellence, Success, Courage, Family & Humour.

Inclusion At The WRU:

The WRU Group are committed to building diverse, high-performing and engaged teams across Welsh Rugby. We are ambitious about providing a people first culture where everyone can belong, be heard and respected.