Posted: 25 November 2024
Link to Apply: https://cricket.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/1945?c=cricket
Are you passionate about cricket and committed to fostering a thriving, inclusive community? We are seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the General Manager of the Community Cricket Department. This role is pivotal in driving sustainable participation growth and enhancing the overall health of cricket in South Australia.
About the role
As the General Manager, you will develop and implement strategic initiatives to increase cricket participation at all levels. Your leadership will ensure that our programs are accessible, inclusive, and meet the diverse needs of our community.
Key responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to boost cricket participation and promote inclusivity.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of leaders, coaches and employees’ dedicated to community cricket.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with cricket clubs, schools, local councils, and community partners.
- Program Development and Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of community cricket programs.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion within SACA and across all community cricket programs.
We are looking for a someone with:
· Proven experience in a senior leadership role, responsible for multidisciplinary teams, preferably within a sports or community organisation.
· Strong strategic planning and program or project management skills.
· Experience developing individuals and teams, including demonstrated experience engaging and empowering team members to deliver strategic outcomes
· Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
· Passion for cricket and a commitment to promoting its growth and development.
· Experience in budget management and securing funding.
About SACA
The SACA is one of the nation’s premier sporting bodies, with a vision for cricket to be Australia’s favorite sport – a sport for all Australian’s. Operating within the sports and entertainment industry, SACA offers an exciting and dynamic working environment, and is responsible for overseeing and developing cricket on a State level.
The SACA is responsible for coordinating international and domestic cricket matches, Premier cricket matches and community carnivals, coaching and development and pathway programs for girls and boys, coaching, umpiring, volunteer development and ground management. It also administers high performance cricket in South Australia, including the SA Men’s and Women’s Teams and Adelaide Strikers women’s and men’s teams.
We are dedicated to the development, wellbeing, and achievement of our staff and community. We believe in creating an environment where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and achieve their full potential. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that all voices are heard and respected.
Join us in making a lasting impact on the cricket community in South Australia. Apply today and be part of our exciting future!
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for community cricket in South Australia.
Applications close – 8th December 2024
At SACA we are committed to the ongoing journey of nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer equal opportunities to all. We are proud to respect, embrace and celebrate diversity and strongly encourage applications from people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to providing a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket, and we also offer a flexible work environment for employees. We measure ourselves on our behaviours – our people value accountability, a team first approach and being world class.
Name of Author: South Australian Cricket Association
The South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) is the governing body for cricket in South Australia. Based in Adelaide, it oversees the South Australian men’s and women’s teams and manages the South Australian Grade Cricket League.
