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Join the ECB in shaping the future of cricket officiating and embrace an opportunity to drive diversity and excellence in umpiring
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Organization Summary
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the esteemed national governing body for cricket, dedicated to supporting the sport at all levels. With a profound mission to inspire generations and a commitment to inclusivity, the ECB is a beacon for community connection and life improvement through the joy of cricket. Embracing core values of unity, innovation, excellence, and passion, the ECB fosters an environment where cricket is more than just a game—it's a source of social cohesion and skill development, offering an exciting workplace for those with a fervor to make a positive impact.
Role Summary
- Developing a premier officiating program to inspire upcoming umpires.
- Identifying and nurturing potential umpires for professional advancement.
- Creating and executing a competency-based training program.
- Assigning National Panel umpires to various cricket matches with a focus on performance.
- Performance management of National Panel umpires.
- Implementing effective administrative support processes for umpires.
- Leading the annual selection of recreational umpires to the National Panels.
- Collaborating with Regional Officiating Development Officers to scout and support promising umpires.
- Recruiting and developing umpire coaches to aid National Panel umpires.
Role Requirements
- Understanding of sports officiating pathways and skill development structures.
- Experience in sports officiating, official appointments, and team management.
- Proficiency in performance evaluation and training program design and delivery.
- Strong coaching, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
- IT competency, particularly with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Excellent planning, communication, and change management abilities.
- Dedication to personal and professional growth.
- Commitment to fostering diversity and helping others achieve their potential.
PURPOSE
The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that men’s County 2nd XI, NCCA and Tier 2 women’s cricket is officiated by suitably skilled and trained umpires from the ECB National Panels (M2 and W2). The role holder will be expected to play a key role in influencing increased diversity in the umpiring workforce.
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 grassroots 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 BE DOING
Contributing to developing a world class officiating programme which inspires the next generation of umpires.
Identifying umpires from the National Panels with the potential to progress to the Professional Umpires’ Team and working with the Professional Umpires’ Manager to support their development.
Developing and implementing a competency-based training and development programme for National Panel umpires.
Appointing National Panel umpires to, primarily, men’s County 2nd XI, , National Counties and Tier 2 women’s cricket in England and Wales, providing opportunities primarily on the basis of performance and potential.
Performance managing National Panel umpires.
Putting in place effective administration processes to support National Panel umpires.
Establishing relevant competencies and leading the selection, annually, of recreational umpires to the National Panels.
Working with the Regional Officiating Development Officers (RODOs) to identify, and provide opportunities for, umpires considered to have the potential to progress to the National Panels.
Recruiting, retaining, developing and deploying umpire developers/coaches to support National Panel umpires.
YOU’LL HAVE
Knowledge:
Of how officiating pathways in sport work.
Of how to establish structures that allow for the development of skills and attributes.
Of the way in which cricket in England and Wales is structured.
Experience:
As a sports match official.
Appointing match officials.
Managing and developing remote teams.
Operating in a high development environment.
Evaluating and managing the performance of others.
Designing and delivering training programmes.
Coaching/mentoring others in a high development environment.
Working with a diverse range of people to ensure they can reach their potential.
Skills:
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships.
Effective coaching and mentoring skills.
Ability to work collaboratively.
IT literate and competent in the use of Microsoft Office Applications and CRM systems.
High level of planning and communication skills.
Ability to manage change positively whilst under pressure.
A commitment to personal and professional development.
Ability to provide clear, constructive data driven performance feedback to individuals.
YOU’LL RECEIVE
Competitive salary
Holiday - 25 days a year
Volunteering – 2 days a year
Pension - Non-contributory pension
Private medical insurance
Employee health cash-back plan
Long-term sickness insurance
Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary
Enhanced family leave and pay
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
30% New Balance 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, Social Mobility in Cricket Employee Network, Disability Employee Network and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network
