Role Summary
The Assistant Coach Female Performance Programme is a key part of the overall Performance and Talent programme at Auckland Cricket. The position will work closely in collaboration with the Head Coach Female Performance Programme to implement a high-performance coaching model aimed at improving the learning environment to support and develop all Auckland Hearts White Ferns, Auckland Hearts contracted players, and identified players of interest in the Auckland Cricket talent programmes.
Alongside our Head Coach Female Performance Programme, the role will assist in leading our female performance programme to develop an inclusive learning environment that allows all individuals and the team to thrive.
This position is a key role in the structure of our Performance and Talent team at Auckland Cricket.
Role Structure
We are interested in expressions of interest from coaches for:
- A 0.5 FTE (ie 20 hours per week) role aligned to the domestic women’s season (7 October 2024 – 7 March 2025); or
- Format by format, or campaign specific roles (see indicative season dates below).
Please indicate in your cover letter the scope of the role that you are interested in.
Pre-season: 7 October – 16 November
HBJS rounds 1-6: 16 November – 15 December
Super Smash: 26 December – 2 February
HBJS rounds 6-10: 8 February – 1 March
About Auckland Cricket Association
Auckland Cricket is the largest Major Association in New Zealand and is charged with the responsibility of growing, developing, and promoting the game of cricket within Auckland, from elite level to grassroots. The organisation works collaboratively with a network of clubs and schools across the Auckland region, and New Zealand Cricket, to grow a love for the game and foster talent to create the next generation of Aces and Hearts on the domestic stage, along with Blackcaps and White Ferns on the international stage. The Association, players and staff have a proud history of success, and this role will help to drive the Association’s ambition to be at the forefront of performance and talent cricket programmes in New Zealand.
To apply, please send your resume & cover letter to Jonny Basset Graham
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- How many years’ experience do you have as a Cricket Coach?