Closing date: 8th July

Cricket Australia (CA) is one of the nation’s premier sporting bodies, with a vision for cricket to be Australia’s favourite sport. Operating within the sports and entertainment industry, CA offers an exciting and dynamic working environment, and is responsible for overseeing and developing cricket on a national level. 

Reporting to The Head of Market Development, The National School Participation Manager is responsible for positioning cricket as a valued partner of the education sector, including teachers, parents and students.. The role is accountable for driving and expanding cricket’s participation and fan base by ‘embedding a culture of cricket’ in Australian schools, helping set Australian children up to live healthy and active lives, by developing their physical literacy and fundamental movement skills through cricket initiatives delivered in and out of classroom.
 
The role is responsible for the management and continuous monitoring, review and improvement of all school based market development programs, including:
 
•    School Ambassador Program
•    in2CRICKET Skills
•    T20 Blast School Cup
•    Cricket Smart
•    Sporting Schools

The ideal candidate will demonstrate an in depth understanding of the Australian education landscape, having worked within or in partnership with the sector.  Your ability to foster and maintain relationships with stakeholders is outstanding, as is the passion and drive you will bring into this truly exciting opportunity. A relevant tertiary qualification is essential.
 
Please note: A working with children check is required for this position
 
Applications must be made online by Friday 8 July 2016. For a confidential discussion please contact Lisa Grantham, Recruitment Manager on 03 9653 9902.
 
Cricket Australia offer a competitive salary package and extensive employee benefits including, salary packaging, gym access and discounts with our corporate partners.

At Cricket Australia, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We value diversity. Cricket Australia encourages all people to apply for this role.

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