Cricket ACT, the peak body overseeing cricket in Canberra and the surrounding region, is excited to announce an opportunity for a talented and driven Commercial Partnerships and Foundation Manager. This position is ideal for a motivated individual eager to contribute to our growing team. 

Cricket ACT (CACT) is dedicated to promoting and developing cricket in the Canberra region. We believe that with the right support, cricket can thrive and make a positive impact on our community. 

The role is a 2 year full-time contract with the option to become permanent.

What you’ll work on day-to-day  

• Supporting CACT’s growth aspirations through developing and nurturing of strategic partnerships and the creation of new business models and funding sources 
• Developing & executing commercial and philanthropic strategies and provision of all deliverables, both domestically and internationally 
• Maximising profitability, managing contractual relationships between all stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements 
• Strong focus on developing and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders through regular and responsive communication and delivering upon results. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Commercial 

• Identify and develop partnership opportunities and strategies with a range of stakeholder groups, including private enterprise and government, with a view to establishing new funding sources, commercialising opportunities and diversifying revenue streams 
• Establishing KPIs and objectives with each partner and ensure KPIs and objectives are met as per established timelines and criteria for success? 
• Support the delivery of events for partners and other key stakeholders  
• Implement & manage a range of administrative duties related to delivery of benefits including branding, match day entitlements and activations, digital campaigns and ticketing or hospitality requirements for key stakeholders  
• Develop and manage all aspects of Venue Hire Agreements  

Cricket ACT Foundation  

• Oversee CACT’s Foundation and philanthropy portfolio to meet annual revenue targets through corporate and community engagement to ultimately support a range of impactful programs 
• Collaborate with the team to implement a data-driven fundraising, marketing, and communication strategy and guide fundraising efforts across various channels 
• Work closely with Australian Sports Foundation, particularly in terms of tracking progress and exploring new philanthropic opportunities  
• Actively look at ways of connecting with, and supporting, our Foundation partners through the development of an annual engagement plan  
• Maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with ethical fundraising standards  

Knowledge, Skills and Experience 

Essential  

• A proven track record in developing high level strategic partnerships with a focus on revenue generation and business growth 
• Has a strong commercial orientation with highly developed negotiation skills and a drive for industry improvement 
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and communication skills, particularly in partnerships and major donor and/or philanthropy appeals 
• A proactive approach with a customer-centric philosophy 
• Experience working in an environment with multiple stakeholders and commercial funding agreements 
• An ability to identify new business opportunities, new funding sources and prosecute a sound business case 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, embracing the challenge of navigating grey spaces and contributing to building something significant 
• Ability to use data and insights to make informed decisions 

Acknowledgement - The list of key responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may include additional responsibilities as required and/or assigned. 

 People who succeed at Cricket ACT

• Thrive punching above their weight  
• Take their work seriously but don’t take themselves too seriously 
• Recognise the significant impact sport can have on society and as a vehicle of social change 
• Are willing to help with tasks outside of the scope of their role 
• Have a strong initiative and willing to look outside the box 
• Have ideas and can action them – because we’re small we don’t have much red tape or bureaucracy, so things get done around here 
• Come in all shapes and sizes! We want cricket to be a sport for all, so we encourage people from diverse backgrounds and identities to apply

People you'll work with

Internal

• Executive Leadership Team 
• All departments 

External

• Cricket Australia’s commercial department/s
• ACT Government officials
• Commercial partners 
• Foundation donors 
• Premier & Junior clubs

Child Protection

It is your duty to comply with Australian Cricket’s Looking After Our Kids for Australian Cricket Personnel and Australian Cricket’s Commitment Statement to Safeguarding Children and Young People, designed to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people involved in the sport of cricket. As part of your duty, you must recognise that children and young people require special care and attention to feel safe and you will be committed to protecting and prioritising the safety of children and young people involved in CACT programs and services.

Interested applicants can apply by sending their resume and portfolio link (for PDF's, ensure the file is no larger than 5MB) to jobs@cricketact.com.au. 

Suitable candidates with be contracted for an interview.

Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 28 October 2024.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and minority groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cricket ACT we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.