Community Cricket Participation Growth Strategist

Cricket Victoria; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Extra week of annual leave

Event tickets

Free onsite gym

Corporate health insurance

Partner discounts

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Cricket Victoria is seeking a Participation Strategy Lead to grow participation across Victoria, strengthen programs like Woolworths Cricket Blast and Smash Series, and make cricket more accessible and engaging for communities.

You'll work with our CX team, Cricket Australia and local clubs to connect communities, analyse participation data, manage programs and budgets, and turn insights into practical delivery across Victorian cricket.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or substantial experience in sport, strategy, project management, sales, education or a related field.
• Experience developing and implementing strategies that involve multiple teams or stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn information into practical recommendations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage and influence stakeholders at different levels.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth and continuous improvement of participation programs across Victoria, making cricket more accessible, engaging and enjoyable.
• Identify new opportunities to connect communities with cricket, building on the excitement of the Big Bash and international cricket.
• Work collaboratively with our CX team, schools, clubs and local cricket associations to strengthen participation pathways and encourage ongoing involvement in the game.
• Build strong relationships with Cricket Managers, Cricket Australia and other key stakeholders to align priorities and support local participation outcomes.
• Use participation data, community feedback and insights to identify trends, address challenges and inform strategic decisions.
• Support the coordination of program budgets, funding and resources to ensure effective and sustainable delivery.
• Find smarter ways of working by improving processes, streamlining systems and reducing unnecessary administration.

Skills

Sport strategy

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Cricket Victoria is seeking a Participation Strategy Lead to grow participation across Victoria, strengthen programs like Woolworths Cricket Blast and Smash Series, and make cricket more accessible and engaging for communities.

You'll work with our CX team, Cricket Australia and local clubs to connect communities, analyse participation data, manage programs and budgets, and turn insights into practical delivery across Victorian cricket.