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Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.
Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.
This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.
Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.
Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.
This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for someone to join the team to support the delivery of a world-leading talent identification and player development systems for Cricket Australia’s High-Performance (HP) system.
We want to ensure Australian Cricket continues to produce world leading players and teams. To achieve this our talent identification and player development systems are integral. We are looking for a National Development Lead with a deep passion for supporting players to reach their potential on and off the field. You’ll be a collaborative and curious spirit who is committed to working with our highly skilled HP staff across Australia to maximise impact.
Reporting to the Head of National Development you will be primarily responsible for talent identification, player development and supporting coach development. This includes overseeing the preparation and coaching of the Australia Under 19 team (women’s) and facilitating targeted national/international development opportunities
You’ll work closely with State and Territory (S&T) Talent Managers and Pathway Coaches to ensure a clear, consultative and transparent approach to talent identification and player selection, integrating data and technology to support talent identification and management.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Our successful National Development Lead will have a growth mindset, be curious to learn new things and explore different perspectives and will have a passion for developing others with energy and enthusiasm to inspire others. You will also:
Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (Bachelor or Masters degree) in sport management, science, coaching or similar
Hold relevant High-Performance cricket coaching credentials
Demonstrated capability to develop strong relationships, influence and lead across diverse stakeholder groups
Proven success building environments that foster trust and inclusion, enabling individuals and teams to thrive
Solid understanding on the Australian and International cricket landscape and strong industry networks
Knowledge of player development, performance pathways and learning design principles
Proven ability to develop relationships and initiatives that improve player, coach and system performance
The ability to use data and translate key insights so they are well understood by stakeholders
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:
Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave
OUR CULTURE
Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:
Aspire
Respect
Lead together
Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers@cricket.com.au
Please submit your application via the link by 11:59pm Monday 13 July. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/
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