National Development Lead

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, re-imagine the W/BBL, build player connection through storytelling and play our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for someone to support the delivery of a world-leading talent identification and player development systems for Cricket Australia’s High-Performance (HP) system.

We want to ensure Australian Cricket continues to produce world leading players and teams. To achieve this our talent identification and player development systems are integral. We are looking for someone with a deep passion for supporting players to reach their potential on and off the field. For someone with a collaborative and curious spirit who is committed to working with our highly skilled HP staff across Australia to maximise impact.

Reporting to the Head of National Development you will be primarily responsible for player development and talent Identification. This Includes overseeing the preparation and coaching of Australia Under 19 teams and players, facilitating targeted national/international development opportunities for identified players and providing high quality coaching support to Australia and Australia A teams and players as required, including assistance with individual player case management and tour preparation on an as-needs basis.

You’ll also be responsible for leading continuous improvement of the national talent identification and management system, collaborating with State and Territory (S&T) Talent Managers and Pathway Coaches to ensure a clear, consultative, and transparent approach to talent identification and player selection and integrating data and technology to support talent identification and management.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You'll have demonstrated capability to develop strong relationships, influence and lead across diverse stakeholder groups and success building environments that foster trust and inclusion, enabling individuals and teams to thrive. You will have a solid understanding on the Australian and International cricket landscape and strong industry networks.

Knowledge of player development, performance pathways and skill acquisition principles in cricket will set you in good stead with a proven ability to develop relationships and initiatives that improve player, coach and system performance. Importantly, you will have the ability to translate key data insights, so they are well understood by stakeholders.

A growth mindset - curious to learn new things and explore different perspectives and a passion for developing others with energy and enthusiasm to inspire others Is a MUST.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:
Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game
A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

THE IMPORTANT STUFF

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, women, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply.

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.