Match Officials Manager

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

The Match Officials Manager is responsible for leading and managing Cricket Australia’s elite match officials’ team. The role is responsible for fostering a high-performance team culture and environment that ensures Australia continues to produce the best and most respected match officials in the world.

We’re looking for someone who has demonstrated experience leading and managing high performing teams, with knowledge of cricket’s rules and regulations.. If you consider yourself someone who possesses highly developed interpersonal skills and composure under pressure, we want to hear from you. We have big ambitions for this space, so we’re looking for drive, passion, and energy to bring our plans to life.

Reporting to the Head of Cricket Operations and Scheduling, your responsibilities will include:
Lead and manage the Match Officials function and Match Official staff that are employed and contracted to Cricket Australia
Drive a high-performance team culture and environment that seeks to consistently raise the performance standards of Australia’s national and international cricket umpires.
Ensure that the Match Referees execute their duties and that CA competition matches are always conducted professionally.
Ensure that the assessment, selection and appointment of umpires to Cricket Australia’s umpire panels and competitions is fair, meticulous and lawful at all times.
Provide support and guidance to the Chairman of Selectors, Coaches and Match Referee Manager on all aspects of their roles.
Stakeholder management and system leadership, across the ICC, National Umpire Panels and State and Territory Associations
Oversee the efficient management of the Match Officials administration matters and processes, including budgeting

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Demonstrated leadership strength, with experience leading high performing teams

Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building
Solid knowledge of cricket’s rules and regulations
Ability to make decisions under pressure
Proven ability to work autonomously

This role will require a willingness and readiness to travel, albeit infrequently.

There is a preference for the role to be based in Melbourne, but other locations may be considered.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week leave at the end of 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.