Director for Women's Cricket

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POSITION: Director of Women’s Cricket

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Cricket

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Women’s professional cricket


• Women’s Head Coach and Performance Staff


• Player Pathway (EPP/CAG Programmes)


• Cricket Operations (Women \& Girls Programme)


• Line management of Head of SSM

We are Trent Bridge — a cricket ground of global repute, proudly established in 1838 and recognised around the world as one of the sport’s most iconic venues.

Steeped in a rich and illustrious history, we are custodians of generations of cricketing excellence, unforgettable moments, and a deep\-rooted connection to the game. Our continued success is driven by a steadfast commitment to invest in our world\-class cricketing talent, ensuring we attract, develop, and support players capable of performing at the very highest level.

Through this investment, we are able to host and deliver international\-quality fixtures that uphold the prestige of Trent Bridge, showcasing elite performance, inspiring future generations, and reinforcing our reputation as a premier venue on the global cricketing stage.

As part of this ambition, we are now seeking to appoint a Director of Women’s Cricket, a critical and exciting leadership role that will help drive the continued growth, performance, and success of the women’s game at Trent Bridge.

• RELEVANT GENERAL OBJECTIVES


• As a member of the Wider Leadership Team, support the Chief Executive in shaping and delivering the strategic direction, leadership and long\-term development of women’s cricket at Trent Bridge


• Develop and implement a clear vision and strategy for women’s cricket that aligns with the Club’s wider business plan and the ECB’s strategic priorities


• Lead the high\-performance environment across the women’s professional team and pathway, ensuring sustained success at County and national level


• Take overall responsibility for the management and leadership of the women’s cricket programme, from elite performance through to pathway development


• Establish strong working relationships with the ECB, Tier 2 counties and key stakeholders to support the growth and development of women’s cricket


• Oversee all player recruitment, contracting and negotiations, including overseas players, ensuring alignment with agreed financial parameters and ECB regulations


• Develop, manage and maintain budget accountability for all aspects of the women’s high\-performance and pathway programmes


• Ensure compliance with all ECB and Cricket Professional Association (CPA) requirements relating to the women and girl’s programme


• Protect and enhance the Trent Bridge brand and contribute to the continued growth of women’s cricket across Nottinghamshire


• Provide effective leadership of the women’s cricket staff group, fostering a high\-performance, inclusive culture and supporting the ongoing development, wellbeing and progression of all team member


• SPECIFIC ROLE PROFILE

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the vision and long\-term strategy for women’s cricket across Nottinghamshire


• Shape and deliver a world\-class high\-performance environment aligned to ECB frameworks and England pathway requirements


• Ensure alignment between the Club, County structure and ECB strategic objectives


• Provide leadership across all elements of the women’s cricket structure, from elite level to pathway development


• Contribute as a member of the Club’s wider leadership team and, where appropriate, the Cricket Committee

High Performance \& County Team

• Lead the County Senior Team programme, ensuring delivery within ECB 50\-over and T20 competition structures


• Agree, monitor and control budget expenditure for the senior programme


• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary performance team to deliver high\-quality, individualised, year\-round player programmes


• Work collaboratively with the ECB to ensure performance standards support the development of England players


• Build a high\-performance culture that supports player wellbeing, development and competitive success

Player Recruitment \& Talent Identification

• Lead all aspects of player recruitment, including contract negotiations and overseas player strategy


• Develop and implement an effective talent identification system across the talent catchment area


• Support and lead the Elite Pathway Manager to ensure a strong and sustainable pipeline of players progressing from academy to professional level


• Build relationships with Tier 2 counties to support talent identification and development


• Monitor squad balance and succession planning across short, medium and long\-term cycles

Talent Catchment Area Academy \& Player Pathway

• Provide overall leadership of the Academy, EPP and CAG programmes


• Agree, monitor and control Academy budget expenditure


• Ensure delivery of the Academy in line with ECB Talent Development Framework


• Promote best practice in talent development and identification, ensuring a high\-quality, inclusive pathway for women and girls


• Oversee progression routes from recreational cricket through to elite performance

Facilities \& Operations

• Lead planning and development of facilities to support the women’s high\-performance and pathway programmes


• Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop new grounds and training facilities


• Manage venue relationships, including liaison with host clubs for fixtures away from Trent Bridge


• Ensure appropriate infrastructure is in place to support elite performance standards

People Leadership \& Culture

• Lead, manage and develop all staff within the women’s cricket programme


• Drive the development of staff through structured CPD, mentoring and clear progression opportunities, ensuring individuals are supported to grow and reach their full potential


• Oversee recruitment, retention, performance management and appraisals of staff


• Create a high\-performance, inclusive and collaborative team culture


• Set clear KPIs and objectives aligned to strategic priorities


• Ensure effective workforce planning, including seasonal and temporary staffing

Governance, Stakeholder Management \& Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ECB regulations, CPA requirements and safeguarding standards


• Support the growth of women’s and girls’ recreational cricket across Nottinghamshire


• Maintain an understanding of the Trent Rockets’ position within the Club’s wider structure and its impact on the women’s game

Experience and Knowledge (Essential)

• Experience in professional sport, in a playing, coaching or management capacity


• Proven leadership experience within high\-performance environments


• Strong understanding of elite sport structures, talent pathways and player development


• Experience of budget management and strategic planning


• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills


• Proven experience in leading, developing and managing staff, with a strong track record of building high\-performing teams and fostering a positive, growth\-focused culture


• Role Summary

The Director of Women’s Cricket is a senior strategic leadership role responsible for delivering the vision, performance and growth of women’s cricket across Nottinghamshire. The role requires the ability to lead high\-performing teams, manage complex stakeholder relationships and deliver a world\-class player pathway that supports both regional success and the development of England players.

4\. Core Criteria

• Provides strategic leadership with a proven track record of building and sustaining high\-performance environments, with a clear focus on long\-term player and programme development. Demonstrates a strong commitment to developing and empowering staff, ensuring player development remains at the heart of the programme


• Is an influential relationship builder, with experience of working collaboratively across organisations and stakeholders, and a track record of empowering staff and players to deliver excellence in their roles


• Is an authentic, empathetic and emotionally intelligent leader, able to operate effectively in high\-pressure environments, demonstrating outstanding communication and providing clarity, direction and confidence to both staff and players


• Puts people at the centre of decision\-making, investing time in understanding individuals to support their development as people, practitioners and performers


• Has a clear and compelling vision for the growth of women’s cricket, aligned to the wider game in England \& Wales, and is able to translate this into a coherent and deliverable strategy


• Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, recognising what has driven success while identifying opportunities to evolve and strengthen the programme


• As a member of the Wider Leadership Team, support the Chief Executive in shaping and delivering the strategic direction, leadership and long\-term development of women’s cricket at Trent Bridge

5\. Leadership \& Impact Expectations

• Provide visible, credible leadership for the women’s game within the club and across the wider cricket network


• Act as a key contributor to the club’s broader strategy, ensuring alignment between women’s cricket and overall Club objectives


• Build and embed a high\-performance culture that supports player development, wellbeing and sustained success


• Drive continuous improvement, challenging the status quo and introducing new approaches to programme development

Represent the club externally, building strong relationships with the ECB, partners and wider stakeholders

• PERSON SPECIFICATION

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