The IBU released the application call for the Development and Sustainability Commissions. All Full Member National Federations may nominate up to two candidates: one female and one male candidate per Commission until 30 September 2026.

APPLICATION

The Application Forms (via IBU Scope) for both Commissions can the found here.

DOCUMENTS

Development Commission (DC)

This Commission will consist of seven (7) appointed members, proposed by the NFs and confirmed by the IBU Executive Board (EB), based on a proposal from the Development Director. The purpose of the IBU Development Commission (DC) is to ensure that the IBU’s development framework, programmes and support mechanisms remain relevant, effective and responsive to the diverse needs and challenges of National Federations at different stages of development. Its work is aligned with the IBU’s priorities, in particular Closing the Competition Gap and supporting the directional objective of growing biathlon by doubling the number of athletes, with a particular focus on kids and youth.

The composition of the commission shall aim to ensure appropriate balance among the membership by relevant background and experience, IBU development category representation, gender, and culture. The DC´s term of office will be from election congress to election congress. The DC will meet at least twice each calendar year.

The tasks of the DC will include:

• Provide expert opinions and make proposals to EB about a long-term IBU Development Strategy

• Support the IBU in the delivery of its development programmes through the constant assessment and adapting of development activities

• Assist annual review and recommend planning of development activities

• Work in close cooperation with other specialised commissions and IBU working groups depending on the field of expertise, for instance, the Para Biathlon Commission, the IBU Academy Experts Working Group, the Regional Events Working Group, the Research Grant Working Group, the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Working Group and others

• Act as an IBU Development Ambassador in all related matters, actively promoting the vision and work of the IBU.

Sustainability Commission (SC)

This Commission will also consist of seven (7) appointed members, proposed by the NFs, confirmed by the EB, and based on a proposal from the IBU senior staff member coordinating its work. At least three members of SC will be female and three will be male. A member of the IBU Executive Board is appointed as a liaison to the EB. A member of the IBU senior staff with substantial knowledge of sustainability will chair the Commission.

The SC´s term of office will be from election congress to election congress. The SC will meet at least twice each calendar year.

The main roles of the SC are:

• Support the IBU´s sustainability strategy and make proposals to the EB

• Promote awareness and endorse actions around this topic

• Review the IBU’s sustainability policy and programme

• Review current measures and develop recommendations on how to establish a successful pathway to reduce the IBU’s carbon footprint to meet the commitment of a 50% reduction by 2030 and align with net zero by 2040 while identifying opportunities to create positive impacts

• Coordinate the development, communication and implementation of sustainable event and reporting standards for the biathlon family to host sustainable events at all levels

• Leverage its network of experts in and beyond the sport

• Propose and review research projects regarding sustainability

• Contribute to and review the yearly IBU sustainability report

• Act as a sustainability ambassador in all related matters, actively communicating the vision and mission of the sport

Contact Person Development Commission: dagmara.gerasimuk@ibu.at

Contact Person Sustainability Commission: riikka.rakic@ibu.at