Cricket Australia: National Event Operations Coordinator (Deadline – Oct 30)

National Event Operations Coordinator

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia's proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the Events & Operations team as a fixed-term National Event Coordinator for 12 months. This role forms an integral part of the events team, assisting planning and operational event delivery of international cricket matches with a primary focus on facilitating brilliant experiences for fans, supporting attendance growth and maximising event profitability at match.

We are entering into our biggest summer of Cricket yet so we are seeking a highly passionate, motivated person who can assist, and lead identified elements of the operational planning for CA international cricket content. You will also be responsible for:

• Support cross functional and stakeholder planning and delivery of cricket events to enhance fan experiences, attendance, and profitability.
• Assist with event debriefs, planning sessions, and documentation management for venue schedules.
• Manage contractor inductions, catering, parking, and uniform logistics for staff and stakeholders.

• Support seasonal resources and state/territory agreements as needed.

• Contribute to Match Return Forecasts and actuals for international events.

• Take on assigned event operations projects as required.

• Provide administrative support to Security and Accreditation teams, including apparel orders and pre-event logistics.
• Ensure compliance with ICC, venue, commercial, media, and player agreements.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As the successful National Event Coordinator, you will have:

• Diploma or degree in Sport or Event Management (desirable).
• Event experience (preferably within sport) with a proven ability to deliver brilliant experiences for fans.
• Proven ability to successfully to delegate tasks.
• Experience in budget management.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Understanding of the sports and entertainment industry and venues desirable.
• A drive to create and deliver best practice systems and experiences.
• Ability to sustain long and irregular hours and travel as required.
• An understanding of cricket's customs and stakeholders is desirable

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

• Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia's favourite game!
• A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn't limited to working remotely)
• Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
• A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:

• Aspire
• Respect
• Lead together

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]

Please submit your application via the link by 5pm Thursday 30th October. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/