Head Cricket Coach – Woxsen Sports Academy

Woxsen University; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Hyderabad is seeking a Head of Sports to lead its cricket program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background as a former player and coaching experience, focusing on high-performance coaching and player development. The role includes designing training plans, leading teams in competitions, and integrating fitness and recovery practices. Applicants should have recognized coaching accreditation and proven ability to foster a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Former National/International player or strong first-class/elite domestic career.
• 3+ years of coaching experience at academy, university, or professional level.
• Proven evidence of player improvement based on coaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-performance coaching for cricket teams.
• Design season-long plans for technical skill and tournament readiness.
• Conduct trials, selections, and performance reviews for players.
• Lead Woxsen teams in inter-university, state, and national competitions; build pathways into higher-level cricket.
• Coordinate with S&C and sports science staff to integrate fitness, recovery, and injury prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication skills

High-performance coaching

Player development

Education

Cricket coaching accreditation (BCCI Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Job description

Head of Sports - Woxsen Sports Academy | Former Student Council President | Former PRME Taskforce Coordinator | Woxsen University

Woxsen University Sports Academy (Hyderabad), with ICC-standard cricket facilities and high-performance infrastructure, is seeking an exceptional Head Cricket Coach to lead its elite cricket program.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-performance cricket coaching for university and academy teams (men and women where applicable).
• Design season-long plans: technical skill development, tactical preparation, match simulations, and tournament readiness.
• Conduct trials, selections, and performance reviews; create individual development plans for batters, bowlers, and all-rounders.
• Lead Woxsen teams in inter-university, state, and national competitions; build pathways into higher-level cricket.
• Coordinate with S&C and sports science staff to integrate fitness, recovery, and injury prevention.

Preferred Profile (Experience First)

• Former National/International player OR strong first-class/elite domestic career (e.g., Ranji, IPL, India U-19); coaching degrees are secondary.
• Recognized cricket coaching accreditation (e.g., BCCI Level 2/3 or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of coaching at academy, university, or professional level with evidence of player improvement.
• Strong communication skills, leadership, and ability to build a high-performance, values-driven culture.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Education Management

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