AddressQueensland Cricket is seeking an experienced, passionate, and outcome focusedGeneral Manager - Community Cricket & Infrastructureto inspire the next generation of cricket players and grow cricket participation across all levels of the game in Queensland.
About the role
Reporting to the CEO and as a member of the QC Executive Leadership Team, the GM - Community Cricket & Infrastructure is responsible for successfully leading the department to drive sustainable participation growth in Qld. A particular focus is on creating safe and inclusive environments for 5 to 12 year olds to participate in the game while delivering a statewide infrastructure and facility network supporting growth and elite cricket.
Other key responsibilities will include:
- Drive the strategic direction of the Community Cricket department based on data analysis and lead the Community Cricket team to achieve strategic outcomes
- Enhance cricket's facilities footprint across Queensland
- Develop and lead a cross-functional, innovative, and effective department with the ability to apply an entrepreneurial approach to deliver on QC's strategic goals
- Providing regular updates to the Queensland Cricket Board and CEO on participation, diversity programs and strategic plan implementation
- Develop and manage the department budget
- Work collaboratively with Cricket Australia to shape national initiatives and ensure compliance with all Australian Cricket policies, procedures, and requirements
- Develop and enhance planning and department processes, policies and systems to ensure meeting of targets and efficient reporting
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- 5+ years leadership experience in similar role with demonstrated success in delivering consistent and effective outcomes in the sporting and/or community organisation
- Strong analytical, communication, presenting, decision making, and engagement skills
- Demonstrated track record of leading change and delivering effective outcomes through well understood change management programs
- Organising, monitoring, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
- Experience leading and managing work teams to deliver high performance outcomes
- Ability to strategically plan, frame up decisions, and implement within the agreed timeframe
- A high level of understanding of community level sport, pathways and the Queensland education system
- A relevant tertiary qualification in business, sports management, or similar discipline
- Current Blue Card for working with children issued by Blue Card Services Queensland
What's in it for you?
Build your skills in a high-growth professional environment. Work in a dynamic, flexible, and progressive workplace that is committed to giving you the opportunities you deserve. Enjoy the fun of professional sport and the rewards of contributing to your community. Take advantage of the employee benefits on offer, including learning and development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and the odd ticket to the cricket (because too much cricket is never enough).
About Queensland Cricket
Queensland Cricket is responsible for leading and administering cricket throughout Queensland. Our purpose is to promote and grow cricket ensuring all Queenslanders can play, participate, and enjoy the game. Our flagship teams include Queensland Bulls, Queensland Fire and Brisbane Heat.
Keen to join our team?
Please click 'apply' to submit your resume and cover letter before COB Friday 31st May 2024.
Queensland Cricket values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Your age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or religion won't impact whether or not you're part of the team. It's your drive to do great work that'll help you shine. At Queensland Cricket we are committed to providing a safe environment for everyone involved in our sport including children. We measure ourselves on our values - We Care, We Lead, We Deliver, and We Innovate.
We require all applicants to undergo background check and screening prior to or during any appointments.
Queensland Cricket acknowledges that we reside on traditional lands of the Yuggera people and the Turrbal people. We offer our respect to the Elders of these traditional lands, and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples past, present, and emerging. Queensland Cricket encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
