Cricket Australia
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (On-site)
Posted: 07 April 2022
Link to Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3014056295/
About the job
- Leading sporting organisation
- 6-month Fixed Term role
- Melbourne Location
We’re looking for a driven Policy & Engagement Advisor to join our Government Relations and Infrastructure team. As part of Cricket Australia’s goal to be the sport of choice for governments across Australia, this 6-month fixed term position aims to ensure that issues important to cricket are front of mind for government while also continuing to develop and expand Cricket Australia’s relationship with the Australian Government and relevant departments and agencies.
Reporting to the Head of Government Relations and Infrastructure you’ll be responsible for developing, coordinating and directing public policy and government relations activity and engagement for Cricket Australia.
This is an amazing opportunity to join a purpose driven organisation. Uniting and inspiring communities through Cricket is our culture, and we’ve never been prouder of the role our people play in making Cricket a sport for all Australians.
About The Role
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the continued development and expansion of Cricket Australia’s relationship with the Australian Government and relevant departments and agencies as part of Cricket’s objective to be the sport of choice for governments across Australia:
- Assist in the management of communications with government and other stakeholders at the federal level
- Leverage strong relationships to deliver funding for key projects, facilities, and programs of significance to Cricket Australia and Australian Cricket
- Working with government authorities and elected representatives regarding operational planning and delivery of cricket content across Australia
- Identifying and analysing Australian Government sports policy issues and programmatic funding opportunities that will have a national impact on the sport of cricket:
- Ensure that the views and perspectives of Cricket Australia are appropriately conveyed to and considered by governments
- Prepare briefing papers and reports for the CA Executive and Board as required
- Coordinate the delivery of Australian Government project grants as they relate to the development of cricket both nationally and within the Asia-Pacific region.
- Assist in the coordination of meetings and events attended by government representatives, including media announcements, government functions, cricket events and other stakeholder engagements.
You’ll Have
About you
- Experience working in government at a Federal or state level, or in government relations ideally with experience in the sports industry
- Experience in managing government relations policy, strategy and activities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Relationship building skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to manage concurrent complex tasks
- Strategic planning
- Exceptional work ethic including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work commitments and deadlines, whilst maintaining a close attention to detail.
Sound like you? Let’s do this!
The work we do across Australian Cricket stretches across the sporting and entertainment industries – which means there are all kinds of opportunities for bright-minded, passionate and friendly people.
Cricket’s a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. To deliver the best services and to achieve our vision of being a sport for all Australians, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+ people.
Vaccinations for our workers provide a key contribution to getting Cricket on, and keeping our players, workers and fans safe this summer. In order to support this, Cricket Australia is mandating vaccinations for all of their employees and will be asking about vaccination status as part of our employment process.
At Cricket we are committed to providing a safe environment for everyone involved in our sport including children.
Perks!
We work flexibly and offer extensive employee benefits including a range of discounts from fashion and travel to groceries and electronics! Salary packaging options and discounts with our corporate partners.We also have an 5 extra days off a year!
If you want to learn more about how we play then apply now – we are looking forward to meeting you!
Please submit your resume & cover letter outlining your experience meeting the key criteria by 5pm, Tuesday 26 April 2022.
Name of Author: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia (CA), formerly the Australian Cricket Board (ACB), is the governing body for cricket in Australia. Established in 1905 as the Australian Board of Control for International Cricket, CA manages all national teams, including Men’s, Women’s, and Youth sides, as well as other national teams. It oversees the organization of Test matches, ODIs, and T20Is, and coordinates home international fixtures.
