UK Anti-Doping is recruiting 2 Non-Executive Directors

UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) is looking to recruit two new board Directors to fill vacancies arising in June 2026 when two current members complete their second terms on the UKAD Board. The Board has identified the skill sets it requires to discharge its role in ensuring the organisation retains its status as a world leading National Anti-Doping Organisation (NADO). 

Specifically, these are: an individual with a background in sports medicine or allied profession with experience in the role of athlete support personnel; and a someone with credible experience in pharmacology or a related discipline who will chair the UKAD Innovation Commission. These roles will further help UKAD continue to develop its anti-doping activities and champion wider sport integrity. 

Person Specification 

Essential criteria 

All candidates will need to demonstrate in their application that they meet the majority of following essential criteria to a high standard: 

• A clear understanding of the work, priorities and challenges of UKAD and the need for doping free sport and wider sports integrity. 
• An understanding of strategic decision-making and planning at a senior level in the private or public sector.  
• The ability to work closely with the executive board and other key stakeholders, providing support, constructive challenge and assurance as appropriately. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, accept challenge and constructively challenge others in discussions with clarity and respect. 
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with, senior members of government, sports and law enforcement agencies, and other key stakeholders.    
• The ability to work well with people from different backgrounds and a commitment to improving diversity and equality. 
• A strong commitment to engaging communities outside of London, and factoring UK-wide perspectives into all decision making. 

Additional Criteria 

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate their knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following areas: 

Sports Medicine 

• A knowledge and understanding of the nature of treatments and medication provided to athletes and the associated risks. 
• Experience of supporting athletes in major games and competitions, or at the elite level. 
• Experience as a qualified medical practitioner, or allied health practitioner, such as a physiotherapist, nutritionist etc. 

Pharmaceuticals  

• Knowledge of the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of drugs used therapeutically and illicitly and how they enhance performance and their other deleterious effects. 
• Experience of working with athletes and advising them on safe and appropriate use of medicines, supplements, and herbal remedies. 
• A credible background in research. 

Application Process 

Individuals who are interested in this role can find out how to apply here. 

Deadline for applications is 11:55pm on 18 November 2025. The sifting date is expected to begin on 2 December 2025, and interviews are expected to end on 19 December 2025. 

You can find the Candidate Information Pack in the Related Documents section.