CRICKET JOBS: Head Coach - Sydney Cricket Club
Closing date: 14th March
Head Coach – Men’s Cricket
Part-time (focussed on August to March)
Term Contract (Two year, negotiable)
Remuneration to be discussed and negotiated
Sydney Cricket Club (SCC) is one of 20 clubs competing in the Sydney Grade Cricket Competition. It was formed in 2007 through a joint venture of Balmain District Cricket Club and the Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust.The Club’s heritage stretches back to 1897 and over that time it has produced numerous Test and 1st class cricketers. Our aspiration is to be the leading cricket club, both on and off the field, in Australia and to ensure our members are able to develop to their best potential.
SCC wishes to appoint an experienced Head Coach to lead the Club’s men’s cricket program for season 2014/15. The role is responsible for developing a coaching strategy, pre-season and in-season programs to maximize the performance of the Club’s six men’s teams. The Head Coach will also oversee SCC’s various junior team and development programs, to ensure a clear pathway and consistency of approach, along with coordination of specialist coaches to support program delivery.
The Club has access to outstanding facilities, both at Drummoyne Oval and the SCG. Additionally a strong coaching program has been developed over the past four years; the Club now seeks a candidate to take this to an even higher level of professionalism and excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced yet aspirational coach who wishes to align him/herself with an ambitious and uniquely structured cricket club.
The Head Coach will report to the SCC General Manager and also the Club’s Cricket Operations Committee.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a Club coaching strategy, structure and budget for approval by the SCC Cricket Operations Committed
- Implement pre and in-season coaching programs for the full SCC men’s cricket club (approx. 70 players)
- Oversee and coordinate practice sessions (afternoons twice weekly) primarily at Drummoyne Oval from September to March
- Manage support/specialist coaches and lead the development of the Club’s coaching capability
- Align coaching programs with the Club’s cultural objectives; play a leading role, along with team captains and Club officials, in driving behaviours to support positive Club culture
- Provide oversight and input into the Club’s junior teams and coaching programs (Poidevin Gray & Green Shields, SCC Academy etc.)
Essential:
- Level 2 cricket coaching accreditation (or commitment to obtain within three months)
- Experience coaching senior cricketers at an elite level (Grade or 1st class)
- Outstanding organisational & time management skills
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills; the aptitude to create and lead a performance based culture
- Ability to collaborate effectively and work with multiple stakeholders positively
Desirable:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Elite level cricket playing experience (1st Grade or 1stclass level)
For further enquiries please contact SCC General Manager, David Kelly (0423 798 956).
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to dkelly@scgt.nsw.gov.au
Applications close Friday, 14 March 2014
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