RFP For Brand Exposure Valuation – ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Brand Exposure Valuation research services for all ICC International events from 2024 till 2027, in addition to biannual reports for Bilateral Cricket for the same set time period.

The ICC is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced organization that can measure and present the levels of brand exposure delivered to ICC’s commercial partners and the ICC through Event branding touchpoints, specifically digital media valuation, valuation of tangible and intangible non broadcast assets and consumer research.

This RFP is intended to attract responses from financially strong companies with trained personnel and extensive experience in providing similar services, and with the capability to deliver to a world-class standard.

Following the tender process, companies will be notified if their submission was successful.

The RFP is available here.

BCCI invites bids for Official Partner Rights for BCCI Events

The BCCI invites bids from reputed entities for acquiring the Official Partner Rights for BCCI Events. 

The detailed terms and conditions governing the tender process including eligibility requirements, process for submissions of bids, rights and obligations, etc. are contained in the ‘Request for Quotation’ (“RFQ”) document which will be made available on receipt of payment of a non-refundable fee of INR 1,00,000 (Indian Rupees One Lakh Only) plus any applicable Goods and Services Tax. The procedure to procure the RFQ documents is enlisted in Annexure A to this notice. The RFQ will be available for purchase till September 13, 2023. 

Interested parties are requested to email the details of payment made for the purchase of the RFQ to rfq@bcci.tv, as per the procedure laid down in Annexure A. It is clarified that the RFQ documents shall be shared only upon the confirmation of payment of the non-refundable RFQ fee. 

Any interested party wishing to submit a bid is required to purchase the RFQ. However, only those satisfying the eligibility criteria set out in the RFQ and subject to the other terms and conditions set out therein, shall be eligible to bid. It is clarified that merely purchasing the RFQ does not entitle any person to bid.

The attention of the interested parties is brought to Annexure B which details certain brand categories in which the interested party cannot bid. 

BCCI reserves the right to cancel or amend the bidding process at any stage in any manner without providing any reason. 

JAY SHAH 
Honorary Secretary
BCCI

ANNEXURE A

PROCEDURE TO PROCURE THE RFQ DOCUMENTS

The RFQ document can be purchased as per the following procedure:

A. If the purchasing entity is an Indian entity:

Payment of INR 1,00,000 + 18,000 (GST) i.e., Total INR 1,18,000 (Indian Rupees One Lakh Eighteen Thousand Only) is to be made to the following bank account:

INR Bank Account Details:

Account Name: The Board of Control for Cricket in India

Account No.: 60082778272

Name of the Bank: Bank of Maharashtra

Branch: Fort Branch, Mumbai

IFSC code: MAHB0000002

B. If the purchasing entity is a foreign entity: 

Payment of USD 1,215 (USD One Thousand Two Hundred Fifteen Only) is to be made to the following bank account:

USD Bank Account Details:

Beneficiary Bank: Bank of Maharashtra,

                               Overseas Branch

                               Mumbai

                               Swift Code: MAHBINBBOVM

                               Account No.: 60081674478

                               Account Name: The Board of Control for Cricket in India

Correspondent Bank: Bank of New York, New York.

                                      Routing No.: 021 000 018

                                      Swift Code: IRVTUS3N

                                      Account No.: 803-3165-537

Once the payment is made, the payment confirmation is required to be shared by email to rfq@bcci.tv with the subject line “Confirmation of Payment of RFQ Fee for Official Partner Rights for BCCI Events” along with the following details:

Name of the Party:

Registered Address: 

Pan No (if applicable):

GST No (if applicable):

It is clarified that the RFQ documents shall be shared only upon receiving the payment and the details as mentioned above. It is further clarified that the RFQ must be purchased by the entity, or any of its Group companies, that is desiring to bid.

ANNEXURE B

Prohibited Brand Categories

(a) Alcohol Products; 

(b) Betting; 

(c) Cryptocurrency; 

(d) Real Money Gaming and Fantasy Sports Gaming;

(e) Tobacco; 

(f) Athleisure and Sportswear Manufacturer;

(g) Banks, Banking and Financial Services and Non-Banking Financial Companies; and

(h) one which is likely to offend public morals such as, including but not limited to, pornography

Tender for Digital Production and Content Services for ICC

  1. ICC Business Corporation FZ LLC (“IBC“), a wholly owned subsidiary of the International Cricket Council Limited (the “ICC”), is incorporated under the regulations of the Dubai Development Authority in the United Arab Emirates, and is sanctioned by the ICC to organise ICC Events and to exploit all commercial rights pertaining to ICC Events throughout the world.
  2. 1.2  IBC wishes to appoint a company to provide digital content production, publishing and management including, without limitation, the services set out in Appendix B (the “Services”) in connection with the ICC Event(s) and 24-7 coverage of global cricket year-round.
  3. 1.3  Unless otherwise defined elsewhere, capitalised terms used in this ITT have the meanings set out in Appendix A.

2. OBJECTIVES

  1. 2.1  The purpose of this ITT is to invite interested and qualified Applicants to submit Tenders for the right to provide the Services to IBC, as described in the overview of Services set out in Appendix B and on the terms and subject to the conditions set out in this ITT.
  2. 2.2  This ITT invites Tenders from Applicants with:
    1. (a)  extensive proven experience in providing services similar to the Services;
    2. (b)  a strong financial position;
    3. (c)  sufficientresources(inparticularstaffing)toprovidetheServices;and
    4. (d)  personnel who are always familiar with the latest social media trends and have experience working with high profile talent.
  3. 2.3  In submitting a Tender for the right to provide the Services each Applicant must:
    1. (a)  complete, sign and return the form as set out in Appendix E, together with its Tender, by the applicable date specified in the Timetable;
    2. (b)  provide adequate and detailed answers and information to meet the requirements of the Criteria (as set out in Appendix C); and
    3. (c)  provide a full, detailed breakdown of costs in relation to creating the full list of deliverables required as part of the Services within the Price Quotation (as detailed in Appendix F).
  4. 2.4  In submitting its Tender, each Applicant will have to establish that it satisfies (or will satisfy in a timely fashion) the Criteria and the Requirements. IBC will evaluate the Tenders based on the extent to which they satisfy such conditions and requirements.
  1. 2.5  Each Applicant should provide satisfactory evidence to IBC in its Tender of its financial standing and of its ability to meet the commitments it makes in its Tender. IBC reserves its right to require appropriate bank guarantees and/or parent company performance guarantees.
  2. 2.6  IBC may, in its absolute discretion, waive any of the conditions and/or requirements set out in this ITT in respect of any or all of the Applicants. Each Applicant will be evaluated on the overall merits of its Tender and the Successful Applicant(s) may not have satisfied all conditions and requirements and may not necessarily be the one which offers the most competitive financial terms.

Tender for Fan Data, Audience Analytics & Digital Sponsorship for ICC

The ICC aspires to create direct customer relationships with the vast global audience of cricket fans and connect them with the content they value most. We strive to provide more value to our members and sponsors, and in turn grow the interest in the game of cricket, deepening the connection that fans already have with the sport.

The ICC Digital and Sponsorship Teams will embark on a program to increase the breadth, quality, and volume of content it offers, particularly on ICC’s owned and operated platforms. The team will look for more ways to build direct customer relationships, create insights around the game and ultimately deliver more relevant content to cricket fans and value to its sponsors and members.

While the ICC’s digital aspirations are significant, the internal digital team is not large. It works with partners who have deep experience in technology and digital services in the sports industry and are committed to helping the ICC realise the value of their properties and audience.

The ICC digital team has existing relationships with four incumbent partners. They respectively provide:

  • Digital Publishing Platform Partner – Content management tools, sports data ingestion/display and identity management as well as all of the services to build, enhance and support the ICC’s suite of products.
  • OTT Streaming Partner – End to end streaming solution for ICC.tv, including payments, customer service, tax handling and website, mobile and TV Apps.
  • Content and Publishing Partner – Responsible for the creation and publication of all digital content on ICC’s owned and operated social media channels. This includes the creation of short and long form content, video, and graphics 365 days a year to the ICC’s global digital audience of hundreds of millions of fans.

Fan Data, Digital Marketing and Commercial Services Partner – Data Warehouse management, BI tools, Digital Marketing tools and integrations with the ICC’s providers. The same partner also provides services for Digital Marketing support, Advertising Operations, Data Analysis, Commercial and Sales support.This Fan Data, Audience Analytics & Digital Sponsorship Invitation to Tender (ITT) process will find the appropriate digital partner(s) required to supply services for the final bullet highlighted in bold above. The other services are not covered in this process. However, the chosen vendor(s) may be required to work closely with the other services to help ICC achieve its overall aims.

Ticketing Specialist – Cricket Australia

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, re-imagine the W/BBL, build player connection through storytelling and play our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

About The Role

This is an exciting time for us, as we have an opportunity for a Ticketing Specialist within our Events and Operations team. We’re looking for someone to focus on the end-to-end management of ticketing operations for their allocated matches. If you consider yourself someone who can provide exceptional customer service and establish and maintain strong relationships, we want to hear from you. We have big ambitions for this space, and this role will ensure a sustainable future for international and Australian cricket.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Ticketing Operations, you’ll be responsible for:

  • Drive and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring service standards are delivered at all times
  • Deliver ticket operations including; venue and ticket agent liaison for event builds and ticketing services and management of event builds
  • Maximising revenue through ongoing inventory management, meeting and exceeding sales targets and budgets
  • Sales and attendance reporting at pre-match, at match and post-match stages
  • Provide general support for sales activities including; ticket fulfilment for partners and internal departments, premium experience and ticket enquiries.

Who We Are Looking For

  • Previous experience within the ticketing industry and familiarity with ticketing software (Ticketek, Aspect, PCi/TM Host and/or TM Arctics.
  • Knowledge of venue setups and event builds relating to the allocation of tickets
  • Excellent attention to detail, highly organised and able to prioritise tasks
  • Ability to work autonomously, as well as being a team player who enjoys working collaboratively.

During the season there is a requirement for this role to work outside standard business hours, therefore a flexible approach to working hours will be required, including weekends and public holidays.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Benefits

As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season.

  • Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
  • A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
  • Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
  • A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

THE IMPORTANT STUFF

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success.We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, women, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply.

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers @cricket.com.au

Tender for Merchandise Licensing Partner for ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) would like to invite interested and qualified applicants to express their interest in designing, developing and implementing a merchandise licensing programme for ICC Events 2024-31, which include the Women’s T20 and Women’s Cricket World Cups, in the style of a ‘turnkey’ solution.

The merchandise licensing programme is intended to offer fans and/or corporations the opportunity to purchase official ICC Events branded products in the lead up to and during the respective ICC Events.

Applicants can quote on one event, groups of ICC Events or all the ICC Events.

Interested applicants must be manufacturers and, or retail distributors with online experience.

Expressions of interest are sought only from organisations who have the appropriate logistical and infrastructure competence, resources, and financial capability to deliver the programme to a world-class standard.

Head of Ticketing – ECB

We have a hugely exciting opportunity for the right person to join The Hundred as a Head of Ticketing. The purpose of this role is to lead the development and delivery of The Hundred’s ticketing plan to deliver an outstanding cricket competition.

The Hundred is a world class cricket tournament for both the men’s and women’s game designed to broaden the appeal of the sport.

This is the highest profile new sports event to launch in the UK for many years and receives extensive media coverage, with all games live on Sky and BBC.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from recreational to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket

OUR VALUES

  • Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.
  • Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.
  • Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.
  • Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

  • You are an organised, self-starter with a passion for delivering quality outcomes.
  • You communicate confidently and effectively with stakeholders across all levels of business.
  • You thrive under busy, variable and exciting environments where no two days are alike, coupled by an unshakable can-do attitude.

YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Creating and delivering a highly effective ticketing strategy that enables a seamless, end to end consumer experience.
  • Working in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve ambitions across audience engagement, revenue targets and digital development.
  • Driving effective communication across the network (ie; host venues and ECB) that ensures full understanding and adoption of the ticketing plan with target milestones, events and sales windows.
  • Daily management and accountability of multiple supplier and partner relationships such as the appointed ticketing provider, customer service support and access control.
  • Underpinning the delivery of the ticketing plan with strong documentation e.g. T&C’s, privacy policy, FAQ’s alongside internal stakeholders such as the ECB legal team.
  • Leading a first class match day delivery model that works effectively with ECB events and operational teams, key venue personnel and the external partner and supplier network.
  • Ensuring the ticketing plan is fully integrated within the digital, marketing and communications teams, with all activities based on insight, targeted at key fan groups, grounded in data and tracked with clear KPIs. This includes day to day liaison with the data insight partner.
  • Leading the development and day to day management of the Ticketing team, with agreed objectives set for the team to support the delivery of the overall ticketing strategy.
  • Demonstrating strong commercial acumen to collaborate with commercial and marketing teams when creating a tiered pricing and categorisation matrix that achieves commercial targets, drives loyalty and broadens the appeal to target audiences.
  • Exploring best practice and future trends to identify potential improvements in the buying and fulfilment journey in line with customer expectations and accessibility.
  • Liaising with the Financial team to ensure precise financial reconciliation of all ticket sales and hospitality in a timely manner.
  • Ensuring a thorough management of all ticketing and hospitality inventory across the competition.
  • Demonstrating a ‘can do’ attitude to overcome challenges and support the requirements of the organisation in a collaborative and positive manner

YOU’LL HAVE

  • A substantial and proven track record in previous ticketing roles with relevant technical skills and strong commercial acumen.
  • An ability to efficiently manage a complex and fast paced, multi-venue competition.
  • Strong leadership skills and be able to direct and manage a team in a busy working environment.
  • Experience of owning and managing ticketing, customer service and access control partner relationships.
  • Excellent relationship skills to maximise effective working with host venues and wider internal departments.
  • The knowledge to create a high quality digital ticketing experience.
  • Ability to devise new ways of communicating with a diverse local and global audience.
  • Excellent communication at all levels.
  • Demonstrable organisational skills.
  • Clear and effective decision making.
  • Ability to work within high pressure situations.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

  • Competitive salary
  • Holiday – 25 days a year
  • Pension – Non-contributory 8% pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Employee health cash-back plan
  • Long-term sickness insurance
  • Life assurance – four times your annual basic salary
  • Enhanced maternity
  • Unmind – free and confidential access to a wellbeing app to help you manage your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
  • OpenBlend – an innovative coaching and performance management tool
  • People Academy – a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential
  • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice
  • Free online fitness classes
  • 30% Castore discount
  • Cycle 2 Work Scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Preferential access to tickets to England and The Hundred games
  • Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Disability Employee Network and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network.

Chairperson – Cricket Scotland

Cricket Scotland is the governing body for the sport in Scotland, with a wide-ranging responsibility from the community game to the international squads. With 17,000 people regularly playing the game in 130 clubs across the country, as well as global exposure at T20 and ODI World Cups, cricket is one of the highest profile sports in Scotland.

THE ROLE

Cricket Scotland is seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to assume the role of Chairperson. The primary responsibility of the Chairperson is to oversee the Board of Directors in setting the strategic direction of Cricket Scotland and monitoring the performance of the organisation.

Working closely with the CEO and senior team members, the Chairperson will provide oversight of the CEO, who will be leading the implementation of the governance review, one of the major recommendations emanating from ‘Changing the Boundaries’.

The Chairperson will also act as a key liaison with external stakeholders such as the International Cricket Council (ICC), sportscotland, and other partners.

Direction and Team Management

  • Provide Supervision and guidance to the Board of Directors, fostering a cohesive and productive team dynamic.
  • Encourage the Board’s involvement in strategic planning and key decision-making processes.
  • Utilise the strengths of Board members to enhance overall effectiveness.

Line Management and Governance Oversight

  • Line manage the Chief Executive, including conducting annual performance reviews and maintaining a strong working relationship with the senior team.
  • Ensure accountability and implementation of recommendations from the independent review into racism within cricket in Scotland.
  • Act as a bridge between the Board and the CEO, overseeing the implementation of governance review initiatives.

Board Meetings and Effectiveness

  • Chair meetings of the Cricket Scotland Ltd (CSL) Board, including Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs).
  • Conduct an annual review of Board effectiveness and ensure the appropriate mix of skills for effective governance.
  • Collaborate with the CEO to develop meeting agendas and plans.

Reporting and Communication

  • Prepare and present reports to the membership at the AGM, providing updates on the organisation’s performance and strategic initiatives.
  • Act as a project sponsor for various initiatives, leveraging external knowledge and experience to drive innovation within the organisation.
  • Plan for the continuous development of Cricket Scotland, including reviewing the long-term vision and strategy.

External Relations and Compliance

  • Develop and maintain external relationships with key partners, particularly the ICC, ICC Europe, the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board), and sportscotland.
  • Ensure Cricket Scotland complies with standards of good corporate governance, including risk management, and fulfil Audit and Remuneration responsibilities.
  • Act as a Director of Cricket Scotland, working in the organisation’s best interests in line with the Companies Act 2006.

Representation and Networking

  • Attend home international matches for both the women’s and men’s teams, representing Cricket Scotland at appropriate forums.
  • Participate in wider network events within the Scottish sporting system, contributing to the growth and development of cricket in the country.

THE PERSON

  • Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Chairperson or similar position.
  • Strong understanding of strategic planning, governance, and decision-making processes.
  • Excellent people management skills with the ability to inspire a diverse team.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance standards.
  • Experience in building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders and partners.
  • Understanding of the sports industry and passion for promoting cricket in Scotland.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to represent the organisation at various forums.

TIME COMMITMENTS

  • 2-3 days per month on average
  • Board meetings – approximately six per year
  • Annual AGM and any EGMs
  • Other Board sub-committees, where required
  • Representative meetings with key partners and other organisations as required

Conference and Events Coordinator – Surrey CCC

Who are we

Surrey County Cricket Club is committed to making sure cricket is a game for everyone. We believe that cricket should be based on the concepts of fair play, teamwork, and meritocracy and we know that there is work to do to make cricket truly accessible. We are looking for people to join us on the journey of handing cricket over to future generations as the most inclusive and diverse sport in the world.

What you’ll do

The Corporate Sales Team at the Kia Oval is responsible for £20m worth of revenue primarily across sponsorship, hospitality and Conference & Events. The biggest sales team within this group focus on the non-match day events (C & E). We are looking for a Coordination Lead to join the corporate sales team full-time to focus on event organisation for all Commercial events.

What you’ll do

  • Be an integral team member supporting the team with the coordination elements of our corporate bookings
  • Ensure standards are met on the function sheets to improve delivery and service
  • Successful delivery events from sales through to delivery
  • Meet and greet all customers ensuring a clear handover is in place for the operations team
  • Adhere to the internal health and safety of the club and facilitate meetings with the relevant departments
  • Attend weekly operations meeting
  • Assist the Coordinator Lead with processes and systems
  • Assist with competitor analysis ensuring our packages are competitive and reflective of the market
  • Support on marketing activities including updating internal packages/ agency platforms/ Social media outreach & website amendments
  • Maximise function space utilisation by leading on appropriate training and implementation of floor plansOn occasion support on enquiries & proposals, providing best options to customers, within agreed response times to all web based, email and phone enquiries accurately and within brand guidelines
  • Provide direct liaison with customer and suppliers ensuring clear communications of each party’s needs and expectations
  • Maximise profitability by establishing relationships with suppliers
  • Record accurately all customer profiles, enquiries and booking information making full use of the appropriate systems
  • Achieve personal goals and objectives identified in reviews and appraisals
  • Carry out other duties and responsibilities of a similar nature to those described above, which may be allocated from time

The Person

The successful candidate will have the following experience / skills / qualities:

  • GCSE including Maths & English
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer literate and confident in MS Excel; Word and Outlook
  • Impeccable attention to detail
  • Knowledge of diary management systems
  • Ability to multi-task, think fast and to deliver solutions to customer requirements
  • Possess diplomacy, discretion and impartiality of judgment
  • Self starter, drive, ambition
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines
  • Creative in thinking and approach
  • Motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery
  • A “can-do” attitude
  • To be an excellent ambassador for the Kia Oval

CEO – Cricket Scotland

Cricket Scotland is the governing body for the sport in Scotland, with a wide-ranging responsibility from the community game to the international squads. With 17,000 people regularly playing the game in 130 clubs across the country, as well as global exposure at T20 and ODI World Cups, cricket is one of the highest profile sports in Scotland.

THE ROLE

Cricket Scotland is seeking a highly motivated and visionary candidate to fill the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The primary responsibility of the CEO is to provide strategic leadership, foster inclusivity, manage operations, and promote the game of cricket in Scotland.

Working closely with the senior team members, the CEO will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement strategies aligned with Cricket Scotland’s vision and mission. Cricket Scotland is currently reviewing its Governance structures with a view to creating a single Board to replace the current two Board structure. Subject to this being completed, the CEO will report to this new single Board, and will ensure the organisation’s success, manage external relationships, and uphold the values of Scottish cricket

Direction and Team Effectiveness

  • Envision, energise, and enable the Cricket Scotland organisation for success.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative culture among all departments and teams.
  • Ensure a high level of team effectiveness throughout the organisation.

Strategic Planning and Implementation

  • Work with the wider organisation, the Board, the Council, and key stakeholders to develop an aligned Strategy.
  • Articulate the Strategy and create a deliverable implementation plan with clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure progress and enable corrective action.
  • Balance and prioritize available resources to support the organisation’s goals.

Stakeholder Alignment and Support

  • Secure alignment and support for the strategic plan from key stakeholders, including the International Cricket Council (ICC), sport Scotland, Scottish cricket clubs, and their members.
  • Build strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders to promote the game and enhance Cricket Scotland’s influence.

Inclusivity and Diversity

  • Guide the organisation in promoting inclusivity, equality, diversity, and a welcoming environment for all participants.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to embracing these values and ensure they are reflected in all aspects of Cricket Scotland’s activities.

Financial Acumen and Risk Management

  • Develop and enhance Cricket Scotland’s financial sustainability through commercial sponsorships, stakeholder partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.
  • Manage and mitigate risks by working closely with the Risk Committee to maintain a robust risk profile for the organisation.

Brand Ambassadorship

  • Serve as an ambassador for Scottish cricket, embodying the organisation’s values and directing by example.

THE PERSON

  • Proven experience in a senior leadership position, ideally within the sports industry or a comparable field.
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to align resources and deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equality in both direction and organisational practices.
  • Proven track record of financial management, including fundraising, sponsorships, and risk mitigation.
  • Knowledge of cricket and its governance structures would be advantageous.
  • Passion for Scottish cricket and a desire to promote the sport within the community