AddressThe Role
The Melbourne Renegades are looking for a BBL Head Coach, for the BBL|14 and BBL|15 seasons. The Head Coach is responsible for setting the overall on-field strategic and tactical direction of the Club to ensure sustained on-field success of the Melbourne Renegades.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Devise, implement and manage the Melbourne Renegades' overall game plan and match strategies.
- Establish a culture and style of play which is supported by key systems and processes that will contribute to consistent high performance.
- Build, develop and mentor coaching and support services structure.
- Develop and execute training plans to meet individual player and team needs.
- Provide hands-on technical expertise by conducting net sessions, fielding practice, and overseeing conditioning sessions to ensure the highest level of player performance is achieved and maintained.
- Be a member of the List Management Group and proactively assist in the recruitment of players.
- Be a member of the Match Selection Committee to assist in the selection of teams and squads.
- As one of the key faces of the club, being available for media interviews as required.
- Build positive relationships with key external stakeholders (sponsors, media, broadcasters, CA and CV).
About You
The successful candidate will be a strong team leader, communicator and strategist who has demonstrated experience in building teams and fostering a team-first culture. They will be confident and capable of making difficult decisions in the best interest of the team and Club, and have a proven ability to plan strategically and set the tone for the style of play to deliver sustained success.
To be considered, you will meet the below criteria:
- Level 3 Cricket Australia Coaching Accreditation or equivalent internationally recognised certification
- Extensive cricket coaching experience at first class level in Australia or overseas
- Strong understanding of the T20 cricket format and BBL
- An ability to develop and implement a BBL tournament plan including, but not limited to pre-tournament preparation, practice sessions and skill development, match plans, opposition analysis, player reviews and feedback, and support staff management and development
- Sound understanding of BBL List Management requirements and rules
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
- Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (or arranged upon appointment)
The Benefits
Our People benefits include tickets to sporting events (yes, including the cricket), onsite gym access, salary packaging, corporate health insurance, corporate partner discounts, flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and more!
About Us
Based at the state-of-the-art CitiPower Centre in St Kilda, Cricket Victoria (CV) is one of Victoria's leading sporting organisations and is the governing body for the game of cricket in Victoria. From grassroots cricket to the elite teams - the Victorian Men's and Women's Cricket Teams and Melbourne's BBL teams - Cricket Victoria nurtures and promotes the development and success of the sport for all Victorians.
If you have the credentials, demonstrated experience and qualifications for this role, please apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and ensure you include a cover letter and resume.
Applications close Sunday 19 May 2024 at 11.59pm.
At Cricket Victoria, we embrace diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We are committed to providing a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket and we also offer a flexible work environment for all employees. We measure ourselves on our ideals - "Leading the Game". Our shared ideals have the power to create positive change and deliver excellence for our customers, colleagues, and communities. Our people value respect, integrity, accountability, excellence and connection.
We require all applicants to undergo background checks and screening prior to or during any appointment. Australian Cricket's Commitment Statement to Safeguarding Children and Young People can be found at www.cricketaustralia.com.au/safeguarding
