Posted: 14 February 2025
Link to Apply: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/82081888
About Auckland Cricket Association
Auckland Cricket is the largest Major Association in New Zealand and is charged with the responsibility of growing, developing, and promoting the game of cricket within Auckland, from elite level to grassroots. The organisation works collaboratively with a network of clubs and schools across the Auckland region, and New Zealand Cricket, to grow a love for the game and foster talent to create the next generation of Aces and Hearts on the domestic stage, along with Blackcaps and Whiteferns on the international stage. The association, players and staff have a proud history of success, and this pivotal leadership role will drive the associations ambition to be at the forefront delivery of cricket programmes in New Zealand.
Role Summary
As General Manager Marketing, Communications and Brand, you will take responsibility for leading the Marketing and Events programme, providing direction and support for our key personnel covering marketing, communications, digital, events and brand strategy. The role will drive the strategic direction of the Marketing and Events department to deliver on its aim to support the delivery of Performance and Talent programme, Community Cricket programmes and lead the Marketing and Events for Auckland Cricket.
You will be responsible for leading our key stakeholders and driving key messages for Auckland Cricket that drives long term engagement with our fans and community. Your role will be critical in developing and growing strong relationships that will aid in this key strategic goal, including with our main partner, New Zealand Cricket.
Desired Skills and Experience
- A proven track record in sports marketing and sporting event environments.
- Ability to lead strategic planning, execution, and delivery.
- Strategic programme design, delivery and assessment experience including the development and management of annual strategic and operational plans.
- Prior sports marketing, or digital marketing experience would be an advantage.
- Prior delivery of domestic level events would be an advantage
- Business acumen to include budget management and delivery, financial application to specific programmes and review.
- Strategic leadership including progressive people management to drive a professional development culture.
- Ability to influence others and constructively challenge if/when required.
- Strong communication skills and ability to develop strong relationships with a very diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.
- Relevant tertiary qualification within sports marketing or business.
This is an opportunity to lead the strategic direction for Auckland Cricket and drive the marketing, communications and brand programmes to ensure sustainable success on and off the field.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – Friday 7th March 2025
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
Full job description available on request.
