SACA is looking for an experienced Head of Female Pathways to join our Cricket team. The Head of Female Pathways will advocate for and advance women's cricket across the state, focusing on talent development and creating a premier pathway for aspiring female athletes. This includes connecting the various segments of female cricket, from grassroots initiatives to Premier Cricket and the professional level. The Head of Female Pathways will be responsible for implementing the next phase of female high-performance development and collaborating with the female cricket network to ensure long-term success.Key responsibilities:LeadershipWork with key stakeholders to strengthen and grow the female pathway from Premier Cricket Programs to State Based Programs.Drive active participation in SACA's development process for Cricket Department employees in the female program.Maintain a strong and open relationship with former female players and staff.Work collaboratively with all SACA, Cricket Australia and Australian Cricket stakeholders.Program DevelopmentManage the Female Pathway programs to ensure we continue to develop our future generations of talented players.Deliver on and influence the achievement of SACA's strategy for the female pathway.Work closely with the SACA Community and Premier Cricket departments to develop a stronger and development pathway for aspiring young female athletes.Manage and advise the Premier Cricket Committee's Women's Sub-Committee to drive change and growth in the game at Club level.Ensure that there are obvious steps for young players to progress in the game from club cricket towards professional level.Embed the SACA values throughout the pathway programs.In conjunction with the relevant program coaches and PDM, create development plans to help fast track future female talent identified from our emerging pathway programs.Proactively identify opportunities to improve the pathway programs, including how cricket can learn from other sports to drive best practice.National Development ProgramsSupport the SACA Women's and Girl's Pathway aligned with the Cricket Australia Women and Girls Action Plan.In conjunction with SACA and CA Cricket Performance staff, support the identification, coordination and delivery of national development programs.You will hold a valid Working with Children Check or have the ability to obtain one.Would also be great if you have…Experience in developing and/or executing strategic plansExtensive working understanding of sports management and high performanceStrong persuasive communication skills, written and verbalExceptional management and leadership skillsAdvanced relationship management skillsExcellent financial management skillsExperience working/volunteering in Cricket or Sports AdministrationExperience with sports management/administration software and technologyQualificationsTertiary qualifications in a relevant degree such as Business or Sports ManagementAbout SACAThe SACA is one of the nation's premier sporting bodies, with a vision for cricket to be Australia's favorite sport – a sport for all Australians. Operating within the sports and entertainment industry, SACA offers an exciting and dynamic working environment, and is responsible for overseeing and developing cricket on a State level.The SACA is responsible for coordinating international and domestic cricket matches, Premier cricket matches and community carnivals, coaching and development and pathway programs for girls and boys, coaching, umpiring, volunteer development and ground management. It also administers high performance cricket in South Australia, including the SA Men's and Women's Teams and Adelaide Strikers women's and men's teams.What's in it for you?SACA Membership Tickets – Staff will receive two SACA Members Tickets to allow them entry into all International and Domestic games in South Australia.Flexible Working – RnR Leave ensures staff recharge with a fifth week of annual leave.Discounts with Partners – Enjoy discounted rates at places such as Adelaide Oval, RoofClimb, Oval Hotel, New Balance, Bleasdale Wines – the list continues!Wellbeing and Social Club Programs – Healthy Living initiatives are organised alongside medical checks to support employee wellbeing.Reward and Development – SACA has monthly employee recognition awards and learning and developing initiatives.Want to join our team?If you are ready to join SACA in our vision to inspire and unite the South Australian community through cricket and are aligned with our values of accountability, team first and world class, we want to hear from you!Applications close - 22nd November 2024At SACA we are committed to the ongoing journey of nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and offer equal opportunities to all. We are proud to respect, embrace and celebrate diversity and strongly encourage applications from people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.We are committed to providing a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket, and we also offer a flexible work environment for employees. We measure ourselves on our behaviours - our people value accountability, a team first approach and being world class.
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