Cricket NSW

Participation Growth Specialist - Sydney North

Cricket NSW  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Be part of leading and growing the game of Cricket
  • Be part of a dynamic, motivated and inspiring organisation
  • Create exciting participation opportunities for children

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

Success in this role comes from building strong relationships with schools, families, community groups and local stakeholders to increase participation. We're looking for someone who can
engage communities and deliver great programs, regardless of their cricket background.

Reporting to the Participation Growth Manager – Sixers Region, in this role you will:

  • Build strong relationships with schools, community groups and local stakeholders within your designated region to identify and deliver opportunities that grow cricket participation
  • Coordinate end to end delivery of Cricket NSW participation programs including Blast, School, Holiday and other cricket experiences
  • Develop new program opportunities and lead the promotion and planning to ensure a high quality participant experience
  • Lead a small casual workforce within your designated region to deliver cricket programs

ABOUT YOU

Cricket experience is not essential. We welcome applicants from community engagement, education, sport, recreation, events, local government and similar sectors, including those who have recently completed relevant qualifications. If you're excited by the opportunity and can demonstrate the skills below, we'd love to hear from you.

  • A proactive, growth focused mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and turn them into positive program outcomes
  • Strong administrative, organisaitonal and planning skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Current drivers license and working with children check

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 27 July 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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