Closing date: 29th September 2014

Title: Strategy & Planning Analyst

Function: Strategy

Location: Melbourne

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Cricket Australia (CA) is one of the nation’s premier sporting bodies, and provides an exciting, dynamic working environment within the sports and entertainment industry. Located in Jolimont near the Melbourne Cricket Ground, CA is the custodian of elite and community cricket in Australia, with a vision for cricket to be Australia’s favourite sport – A sport for all Australians and a purpose to unite and inspire Australia.

We are seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the role of Strategy & Planning Analyst, to join Cricket Australia’s influential and dynamic strategy team.

The responsibilities of the Strategy & Planning Analyst will be spread across four major areas:

• Strategic projects, generally cross-functional and/or national projects that have a significant impact on the future of Australian Cricket
• Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the Strategy for Australian Cricket, and the allocation of investment capital in accordance with that strategy
• Providing strategic advice to the CEO, Executive Team and Board of Directors, via key analyses and presentations
• Working with CA departments and stakeholders  to analyse, plan, implement and report on various strategic initiatives

The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of experience working in a top-tier management consulting firm or investment bank (eg. BCG, Bain, McKinsey, Macquarie). You will also have a passion for applying your strategic skills in a sporting context for the benefit of cricket. 

Strong quantitative, analytical, communication, presentation and project management skills are essential. You must also have first-class interpersonal skills, the ability to build excellent stakeholder relationships and a genuine desire to make cricket Australia’s Favourite Sport. In return, you will be given a genuine platform to make a positive impact on the future of cricket, and the opportunity to work in a stimulating and exciting environment.

Applications must be made before September 29th 2014, and should be submitted via CA’s applications system at www.cricket.com.au/careers.  For a confidential discussion about the specifics of this role, please contact Lisa Grantham, Recruitment Manager, on (03) 9653 9902.