WCA: Communications and Administration Coordinator

WCA is the world players’ body in cricket. Established (as FICA) in 1998, WCA is a democratic player-driven organisation that brings together the world’s ‘organised’ professional cricketers under an international body which focuses on matters that affect the players collectively, and the global game.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Communications and Administration Coordinator to join the team at the World Cricketers’ Association.

Based in Adelaide, this is a new role, working closely with and supporting the WCA team, WCA member players’ associations, and players around the world, to strengthen and grow the players’ global voice by providing hands-on, practical, and cross-functional administrative support to the team across of communications, media and operations.

Our ideal candidate is a natural storyteller and organiser who thrives on variety and is energised by working collaboratively and managing multiple priorities at once. You’re proactive, organised, and always one step ahead—whether that’s scheduling social media, coordinating player hub updates, reshuffling a calendar, or arranging travel logistics.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive and generate the creation and publishing of strategic communications content aligned with strategy; writing clear, engaging copy for various mediums
• Develop content and regularly update Player Hub
• Development of stakeholder presentations including design support
• Work with WCA partners (Winners Alliance, Member PA’s, World PA) on joint strategic communication initiatives
• Manage the social media accounts for WCA including content planning, creation, commenting and scheduling
• Lead the content and management for website and social media account, managing relationships with external service providers
• Lead content development for Leagues Hub, T20 Player Index, advocacy and campaigning materials
• Support the drafting and development of reports, both internal and external
• Support and drive media outreach and other branding initiatives
• Provide administrative support for events and in person meetings through planning, logistics and coordination support
• Providing administrative support to the broader team, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness of tasks

To be successful in this role you will have:

• An appreciation of the game of cricket or passion for sports in general
• Proven capability in planning, coordinating and delivering communication and stakeholder engagement campaigns (including writing, creating, and producing content) for internal and external audiences
• Knowledge of social media platforms, their respective participants and deployment
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• High standard of verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong copywriting, proofreading, and editing skills
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to work effectively in a global team environment, working at pace, with multiple stakeholders, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive problem solving with the ability to show judgement considering broad perspectives
• Open minded, flexible, and adaptable in outlook and approach
• Ability to engage and influence people to build positive and mutually beneficial relationships
• Ability to think big and small navigating between large strategic initiatives and daily operational requirements

Good to Know Information

This is a rare opportunity to join the passionate team that the sporting sector. Given the uniqueness and global reach of WCA, trave both domestically and internationally will be required from time to time to meet the needs of the role, our members and key partners.