Northern Districts Cricket: Female Performance Coach and Talent Program Lead


Northern Districts Cricket Association

Published:
August 11, 2026

Expires:
Never

Location:
Hamilton, Waikato Region, New Zealand

Category:
Default  

Job Type:
Full-time  

Description

https://www.ndcricket.co.nz/career/female-performance-coach-and-talent-program-lead

Northern Districts Cricket is looking for a passionate and driven coach to join our performance and talent team as Female Performance Coach and Talent Program Lead. This fixed term role is a fantastic opportunity for a quality coach to play a key part in helping develop the next generation of White Ferns and supporting our women's and girls' performance pathway.

Reporting to the GM Cricket, you'll work as Assistant Coach within the ND Women's HP program while also leading the coaching and playing programmes for our NDA, U19 and U17 female talent pathways. You'll provide high-quality individual coaching support to identified female athletes in the ND Academy, and work alongside our wider coaching team to help shape performance and talent programs across the region.

What we're looking for

  • A relevant coaching qualification suited to leadership in a professional domestic cricket program
  • Strong cricket knowledge with a demonstrated ability to coach technical and tactical skills at a performance level
  • Excellent relationship-building, communication and emotional intelligence skills
  • Strong knowledge of player development processes inclusive of talent identification
  • A reflective, growth-focused approach to coaching and leadership
  • Willingness to travel extensively across the Northern Districts region and New Zealand

If interested, please forward a cover letter and your CV to [email protected]

Due to the high number of applications we typically receive, please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Please note that the successful candidate must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, hold a full driver licence and consent to a police vet.