Cricket NSW

Communications Specialist

Cricket NSW  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

ABOUT US

Cricket NSW (CNSW) is focused on leading and growing the game throughout the state. We
oversee all cricket from elite professional teams to community, school, and social cricket programs. As a purpose and people led organisation, CNSW aims to inspire everyone to play and love cricket.

Our Wildly Important Goal (WIG) is to grow the number of 5–12-year-olds playing cricket. To deliver on our WIG and strategic priorities we have a collaborative, customer-centric approach. We use our values; Humility, Excellence, Imagination and Relationships to deliver memorable experiences to
participants and fans.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Content & Strategic Communications in this role you will:

  • Be responsible for enhancing Cricket NSW’s reputation through world class, customer centric
    communications and storytelling
  • Work with Community Cricket and Elite Cricket to deliver strategic communications in line
    with Cricket NSW’s content and Communications Strategy
  • Craft compelling narratives and stories that inspire Cricket participation and drive connection
    and passion for the Cricket NSW Blues and Breakers
  • Build relationships with key metro and regional media to maximise effective
    communications and PR

ABOUT YOU

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or similar
  • Experience in creating content and managing media in a similar organisation
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
  • Ability to capture and edit digital media content, and ability to prepare media announcements and content
  • Strong written communication skills and verbal communication skills
  • A knack for building strong internal and external relationships

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We support and value our people in different ways, but here are a few benefits that are on offer for our people at Cricket NSW.

  • You’ll be joining a team that is energetic and motivated, who deeply enjoy the work they do and the impact it has in the community
  • A vibrant, purpose driven and professional culture with a flexible approach to the way we work
  • Support for you through our wellness initiatives, with a strong focus on creating a psychologically safe environment
  • Access to learning and development opportunities
  • Join our social activities like monthly birthday celebrations and lunchtime sports
  • And of course tickets to the cricket!

KEEN TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Apply now! Submit a copy of your resume and cover letter by 28 April 2026.

At Cricket NSW, we hire on merit and embrace diversity of characteristics, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone, including children, so that people feel respected and connected, and can contribute and develop. We measure ourselves on our How We Play behaviours, our people value relationships, excellence,
imagination and humility.

Australian Cricket’s Commitment Statement to Safeguarding Children and Young People can be
found at cricketaustralia.com.au/safeguarding.

We require all applicants to undergo background checks including working with children checks and screening prior to or during any appointments.

Cricket NSW

About Cricket NSW

At Cricket NSW, we live and breathe our purpose of inspiring people to play and love cricket.

We measure ourselves on our How We Play behaviours, our people value relationships, excellence, imagination and humility.

People are the heart of everything we do - our 170+ passionate employees, our wonderful community cricket volunteers or the fans who love the game and support our teams like the Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, NSW Men's and NSW Women's.

At Cricket NSW, we drive a high level of performance both on and off the field and aim to grow and develop as individuals and members of a strong and committed team.

We hire on merit, embrace diversity within our workplace and are committed to contributing positively to our cricket community and the wider society.

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Silverwater, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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