Cricket Wales: Club Development Partner (Deadline - Jan 23)

Cricket Wales: Club Development Partner (Deadline - Jan 23)Location:Wales, United Kingdom Description Organisation : Cricket Wales Salary: range £28,000 - £33,000 dependent on experience Location : North Wales Contract type : Permanent (Full time) Closing date : 23 January 2026 Interview date : 12 February 2026 Job Description Key Responsibilities • Support community cricket clubs to ensure they are resilient, sustainable, and thriving environments. • Provide education, support and access to best practice in club operations and governance. • Support clubs to develop strong business and/or club development plans that enable long-term growth and impact. • Ensure clubs are compliant with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection, and other relevant regulations and policies. • Identify opportunities to improve and invest in cricket facilities through stakeholder engagement and strategic support. • Work with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., local authorities, funders, other NGBs, volunteers) to promote investment and sustainability in clubs and their facilities. • Support clubs to become investment-ready and apply for relevant funding streams. • Provide clubs with guidance on environmental sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint. • Take a lead on a specific national specialism (Governance, Investment, Grounds Management, or Sustainability) and develop resources, guidance, and partnerships to enhance support in that area. • Contribute to national strategies and ensure alignment with the Thriving Clubs and Facilities pillar. • Maintain records, analyse data and produce regular reports on club development progress and outcomes. • Adhere to all relevant internal policies including safeguarding, data protection and sustainability. Specialist Leadership Area Applicants should express interest and/or experience in at least one of the following national specialist lead areas: • Governance: Strong understanding of club structures, best practice, compliance, and policy development. • Investment: Experience in funding applications, grant management, and helping organisations become investment ready. • Grounds Management: Practical and/or technical knowledge of sports turf and playing facility maintenance. • Sustainability: Demonstrated understanding of sustainable practice in sport and ability to drive environmental innovation at cricket clubs. How to apply Application form and covering letter. Further details can be found on the Cricket Wales vacancies page