Northern Territory Cricket Ltd is the peak sporting body for cricket in the Territory. As custodians of the sport, we work closely with Cricket Australia, the seven other States and Territory Associations and our members to serve and grow the game. Our purpose is to unite and inspire our community through cricket, and our vision is to create a thriving sport for all. 

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Cricket, the newly created position of Women & Girls Growth Lead will play a key role in delivering key strategic initiatives within the Cricket Australia Women & Girls Action Plan (2024-2034) most notably drive:

• Participation in all aspects of women and girls cricket
• Accelerated growth with a renewed focus on retention
• Great experiences that foster a life-long love of the game 

The successful candidate will spearhead the delivery of new and existing programs designed to make cricket fun, welcoming and inclusive to Women & Girls. 

Leading and collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders, the role will execute a shared vision and plan to transform the game of cricket for Women & Girls in the Northern Territory. 

The role will focus on significantly increasing entry level opportunities and registered participation for Women & Girls, as well as attracting and recruiting new female participants, coaches, volunteers and match officals from all backgrounds by broadening crickets appeal and ensuring they have a great first experience. 

Cricket in the Territory is a sleeping giant, and the successful candidate has the opportunity to achieve record female participation growth for the sport. 

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Education, Coaching, Sports Management, Recreation or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in sports industry, community sport, athlete development or related field (minimum 1 year).
• Demonstrated capability to develop, support and deliver cricket programs (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated understanding of community sport and key stakeholder groups including volunteers, coaches, clubs and schools. 
• Level 2 Cricket Australia Coaching Certification (desirable).
• High level of coaching and instruction ability. 
• A demonstrated self-starter with a can-do attitude. 
• Excellent presentation and communication skills. 
• An ability to use data and insights. 
• Community-orientated mindset with a strong desire to serve, support and grow the sport. 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Excellent computer, database and website skills and literacy. 
• Ability to work flexibly.