Posted: 22 August 2022
Link to Apply: https://www.cricketnamibia.com/chief-executive-officer-vacancy/
Cricket Namibia is the custodian of all cricket structures and programs in Namibia. Cricket Namibia herewith announces a vacancy for the position of CEO. This position is the leader of all programs under the auspice of Cricket Namibia.
JOB SPECIFICATION
| -Implementation of Cricket Namibia’s strategic vision -Human resources management -Oversee National Men’s, Women and High-Performance programs -Financial management and reporting -Reporting to National and International governing bodies -Brand and marketing management. -Stakeholder engagement |
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
| The following qualifications are a minimum requirement but not limited for this position. -Tertiary qualification in Management -Post Graduate qualification in Business Management -A Master’s in Business Administration will be advantageous. |
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
| The main areas of responsibility under the job specifications are classified below: 1) Implementation of Cricket Namibia’s strategic vision: -Increase the access and participation of Namibians in all Regions and of all demographics -Optimisation of International Cricket Council scorecard -Drive inclusivity in all aspects and levels of the game -Increase participation of female players in hard ball cricket. -Ensure global competitiveness of national teams 2)Human resource management: -Oversee Program Leaders of all development programs within Cricket Namibia -Enhance the efficiency of administration of development programs in clubs, schools, regional centers and mini-cricket. -Build capacity of administrative and operational personnel. 3)Oversee national Men’s, Women and High-Performance programs: -Sustain and improve the pathway for players in the pipeline to national teams -Increase international participation opportunities -Maintain and enhance on-field performance of national teams. 4)Financial management and reporting. -Develop and implement clear budgetary and reconciliation strategies and methods -Implement financials systems to ensure accurate payments and safeguarding of finances. -Cash flow, debtors, infrastructure (fixed asset management), Financial risk management -Oversee audit process, familiar with Pastel -Financial reporting to the International Cricket Council. 5)Reporting to National and International governing bodies: -Accurate and timeous reporting to Governing bodies in Namibia, ICC Africa and ICC International. -Familiar with International Cricket Council safeguarding, anti-doping, anti-corruption, policies and procedures. 6)Brand and Marketing management -Oversee brand and marketing portfolio. Inclusive of print and digital channels, locally and internationally. -Achieve non-ICC income targets -Ensure international recognition and awards. -Manage the sale of digital and broadcasting rights internationally. 7)Stakeholder engagement -Form and uphold business relationships with relevant stakeholders, including schools, clubs, committees, sponsors and governing bodies. |
BASIC SKILL REQUIREMENTS
| The basic skills and relevant experience required for the position: · Administration of sport at national level. · Commercialisation of sport. · Sponsorship and broadcasting negotiations and contracting. · Designing and implementation of strategy. · Marketing strategies. · Stakeholder management and relationships. · Communication skills with reference to speaking, writing, and presenting. · Thorough understanding of cricket. |
Applications close on the 31st of August 2022. Candidates must submit a current CV, certified copies of all qualifications and two references. Applications must be sent to president@cricketnamibia.com
Cricket Namibia is the governing body for cricket in Namibia. Headquartered in Windhoek, the capital city, it has been an ICC Associate Member since 1992 and is also a member of the African Cricket Association.
