England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB)
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted: 8 April 2021
Link to Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2470814542/
Job Details
Seniority Level
- Mid-Senior level
Industry
- Sports
Employment Type
- Contract
Job Functions
- Other
About the job
We’re introducing this exciting role to support on the event presentation delivery, ensuring that the spectator is at the heart of every matchday experience.
In 2021, ECB is introducing The Hundred, which will be a world class cricket tournament for both the men’s and women’s game designed to broaden the appeal of the sport. This will be the highest profile new sports event to launch in the UK for many years and will receive extensive media coverage, with games live on Sky Sports and BBC. In addition, there is a packed International schedule which will require a similar level of focus to ensure the event presentation is at the heart of the event.
WHO WE ARE
The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.
We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.
The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.
OUR VALUES
- Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.
- Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.
- Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.
- Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.
YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF
- You are creative, with compelling ideas on event presentation delivery.
- You are passionate about putting the spectator first.
- You enjoy working in a positive team environment.
- You relish the journey of planning through to event delivery.
YOU’LL BE DOING
- Supporting overall strategy and successful delivery of event presentation, primarily focused on The Hundred but also across the International white ball fixtures.
- Building exceptional relationships with venue staff and stakeholders to deliver match day requirements.
- Working closely with the Senior Event Presentation manager and Commercial Partners to ensure sponsor activation is aligned to the Event presentation.
- Working closely with both the Senior Event Presentation manager and Senior broadcast manager to ensure event presentation is integrated into the broadcasters’ production schedules.
- Supporting the Senior Event Presentation manager in managing the appointed event presentation agency and other suppliers to design and deliver event presentation.
- Attending regular venue meetings with the event presentation agency.
- Supporting all team members to plan and deliver this world-leading spectator journey.
YOU’LL HAVE
- Excellent people skills, to communicate effectively with people at all levels, including, Broadcasters, commercial partners, and ECB teams.
- Extensive experience in ‘live’ match day presentation delivery of sporting events.
- Experience of event delivery in a live broadcast environment.
- Clear and effective decision-making skills.
- Good media, marketing, and commercial acumen.
- Excellent negotiation and mediation skills, with the ability to manage high pressure situations.
- A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour within a team.
- An understanding of the game of cricket is desirable.
YOU’LL RECEIVE
- Competitive salary
- 25 days’ holiday (pro-rated)
- Private medical insurance
- Non-contributory 8% pension
- Life assurance
- 30% discount on New Balance items
Name of Author: ECB
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the national governing body for cricket in England and Wales, formed on January 1, 1997. It combines roles from the Test and County Cricket Board, National Cricket Association, and Cricket Council, and integrated the Women’s Cricket Association in 1998. Based at Lord’s Cricket Ground, the ECB oversees all levels of cricket, including national teams for men, women, and various disability categories.
