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The ITA is an international organisation constituted as an independent not-for-profit foundation based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Its mission is to protect the integrity of sport and the health of athletes by delivering high-quality anti-doping programs to International Sports Federations (IFs), Major Event Organisers (MEOs) and Anti -Doping Organisations (ADOs) that seek increased transparency and independence. The ITA operates in full compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code.
Reporting to the I&I Manager and working closely with all members of the ITA I&I Department, the Intelligence Analyst will contribute to the delivery of a robust, intelligence‑driven anti‑doping program by collecting, collating, analysing, disseminating, and actioning all-source intelligence, in support of intelligence and investigative operations and strategies.
The Intelligence Analyst will also collaborate actively with colleagues across the ITA, as well as with external I&I stakeholders, law enforcement, and other relevant partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Gather, process, evaluate and analyse information from all available sources to produce actionable intelligence products to support intelligence and investigative activities, operations and strategies
• Conduct analysis to identify networks and other trends, links and patterns or interest.
• Assist in updating the ITA I&I Intelligence and Case Management System and other internal databases, data analysis and/or intelligence collection software tools.
• Stay up to date with technology and methods related to data analysis and/or intelligence collection software tools and identify associated needs and/or gaps.
• Conduct deep-dive interrogation of information across a variety of databases and other available data sources.
• Communicate analytical findings in a clear and concise way, in both presentations and in written reports, to support operational and strategic decision making.
• Liaise with I&I Manager to ensure analytical resourceis allocated according to relevant partner IF budgets
• Collaborate regularly with external partners such as anti-doping or integrity agencies, international/national law enforcement and public authorities—to share intelligence, support investigative activities and develop best practices in the field of intelligence analysis.
• Coordinate regularly with other ITA Departments to deliver actionable intelligence and support intelligence-led approaches across ITA anti-doping programmes.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• Strong commitment to protecting the integrity of sport and its athletes.
• Higher Education degree (or equivalent experience) in any relevant I&I field (such as but not limited to intelligence studies, criminal sciences or criminology, analysis, etc.)
• Minimum of 3 years of extensive experience in intelligence analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in providing analytical support to intelligence operations and/or investigations.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of information technology database structures, and various intelligence tools and software solutions.
• Capacity to clearly and succinctly report on intelligence findings in written reports and verbal presentations to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Rigorous critical and lateral thinking skills and intelligence, problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information; possess impeccable standards of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple topics/tasks simultaneously in a structured, methodological, and organised manner.
• Demonstrated capacity to quickly become a subject-matter expert across diverse fields and self-reflect on areas of improvement.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight, competing deadlines.
• A driven, service-oriented team player with a problem-solving mindset and “can do” attitude.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• General knowledge of the international sport environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Experience in forensic imaging of electronic devices and/or in the analysis of forensically recovered data from electronic devices.
• Experience in conducting field operations
• In-depth knowledge of any ITA partner sports, as well as anti-doping or related integrity activities.
• Knowledge of the anti-doping industry, its regulatory framework, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of other languages.
START DATE: 1 November 2026 or to be discussed
EMPLOYMENT RATE: 100% (40 hours per week)
LOCATION: Lausanne, Switzerland or Budapest, Hungary or to be discussed
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10 September 2026
Please e-mail your CV and cover letter to [email protected] indicating “Your Name – Intelligence Analyst” in the subject line.
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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 (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 accepting expressions of interest from independent and experienced DCOs and 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 DCO and BCO section below.
Doping Control Officer (DCO) registered on the list of ITA DCOs is an official who has been selected, trained, and authorised by the ITA with delegated responsibility for the coordination and management of anti-doping sample collection session with athletes at either events or in the Out-of-Competition setting.
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.
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