Posted: 19 August 2024
Link to Apply: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/78196646
Role Summary
The Assistant Coach Female Performance Programme is a key part of the overall Performance and Talent programme at Auckland Cricket. The position will work closely in collaboration with the Head Coach Female Performance Programme to implement a high-performance coaching model aimed at improving the learning environment to support and develop all Auckland Hearts White Ferns, Auckland Hearts contracted players, and identified players of interest in the Auckland Cricket talent programmes.
Alongside our Head Coach Female Performance Programme, the role will assist in leading our female performance programme to develop an inclusive learning environment that allows all individuals and the team to thrive.
This position is a key role in the structure of our Performance and Talent team at Auckland Cricket.
Role Structure
We are interested in expressions of interest from coaches for:
- A 0.5 FTE (ie 20 hours per week) role aligned to the domestic women’s season (7 October 2024 – 7 March 2025); or
- Format by format, or campaign specific roles (see indicative season dates below).
Please indicate in your cover letter the scope of the role that you are interested in.
Pre-season: 7 October – 16 November
HBJS rounds 1-6: 16 November – 15 December
Super Smash: 26 December – 2 February
HBJS rounds 6-10: 8 February – 1 March
Desired Skills and Experience
- Professional playing and/or coaching experience with minimum NZC Level II/III qualification (or international equivalent).
- Cricket knowledge relating to the technical and tactical requirements of the modern game with a demonstrated history and ability to coach a specific skill set associated with performance cricket.
- Ability to support the Head Coach in formulating team plans and individual player coaching.
- A detailed understanding of how an elite sports team operates.
- Strong relationship building skills that promote effective communication and high-level emotional intelligence towards all key stakeholders, in particular players.
- A team player who can contribute as part of a collective to the overall objectives for Auckland Cricket.
- High level of drive, ambition and passion towards professional development and personal growth.
- Technology skills that align to the demands of modern workplace and professional sporting environments.
About Auckland Cricket Association
Auckland Cricket is the largest Major Association in New Zealand and is charged with the responsibility of growing, developing, and promoting the game of cricket within Auckland, from elite level to grassroots. The organisation works collaboratively with a network of clubs and schools across the Auckland region, and New Zealand Cricket, to grow a love for the game and foster talent to create the next generation of Aces and Hearts on the domestic stage, along with Blackcaps and White Ferns on the international stage. The Association, players and staff have a proud history of success, and this role will help to drive the Association’s ambition to be at the forefront of performance and talent cricket programmes in New Zealand.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – Friday 30 September 2024
To apply, please send your resume & cover letter to Jonny Basset Graham: jbassetgraham@aucklandcricket.co.nz
Name of Author: Auckland Cricket
The Auckland cricket team represents the Auckland region and is one of six domestic first-class teams in New Zealand. Governed by the Auckland Cricket Association, they are the most successful team.
