CRICKET JOBS: Senior Development Officer - Cricket NSW (Aus)
Closing date: 11th April 2014
Senior Development Officer - Central GWS
Cricket NSW is the peak body responsible for overseeing the administration and promotion of cricket throughout New South Wales. The vision for Cricket NSW is To Ignite Australia’s Favourite Sport in Australia’s Biggest State.
A wonderful opportunity exists to join one of Australia's leading sporting organisations on a full-time basis. Based at Blacktown International Sportspark this role will report to the Development Leader – GWS and act as the key figure for cricket in the region.
The Game Development Department is responsible for growing cricket participation and inspiring the next generation of players and fans. The successful candidate will be required to engage a diverse group of stakeholders to raise the profile of the game.
Your role with focus on:
- Building and supporting the network of cricket supporters in the region
- Supporting volunteers to provide quality club environments
- Winning the battle of the schoolyard by introducing children to cricket
- Ensure cricket is a sport for all Australians
- Supporting the promotion of the Sydney Thunder
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Exceptional administrative skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work commitments and deadlines, whilst maintaining a strong attention to detail;
- Outstanding communication (both verbal and written);
- Well-developed interpersonal skills with an ability to motivate, positively influence and build strong stakeholder relationships;
- Capable of working independently and as part of a team with the flexibility to interact with a wide range of staff / stakeholders including professional staff and volunteers;
- An understanding of the NSW education system as well as community participation in sport, including volunteer management;
- Advanced computer skills – MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint applications.
- A passion for sport will be a given, whilst a sound knowledge of cricket would be beneficial.
- Significant travel within the region will be required as well as weekend and after hours work.
Please telephone Cricket NSW on +61 (02) 8302 6000 with any initial queries and for a full position description. To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter stating why you are the ideal candidate for the role to jobs@cricketnsw.com.au
Closing Date: Friday 11th April
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