The Otago Country Cricket Association is the Regional Sports Organisation responsible for the growth and development of cricket throughout Otago Country.
 
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a new District Manager to take the Association through a new era in the delivery of cricket in a growing region. The District Manager is a key contributor and responsible for the effective leadership, growth of commercial revenue, development and management of the OCCA to ensure it achieves the strategic and operational goals.

Reporting directly to the Otago Country Board the District Manager will have overall responsibility for all elements of the Association including strategic execution. Key accountabilities include:

• Leadership and management
• Financial sustainability
• Planning and reporting
• Liaison and communication
• Commercial development and growth
• Facilities and events

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic leader who is passionate about sports administration. To apply for this role you must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.  You will need to be well organised and strong on communication and building relationships with key stakeholders. We open to discussing the opportunity of flexible working conditions and role can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of the organisation, the strengths and interests of the right applicant. At Otago Country Cricket, we believe that this flexibility is essential to getting the best people to lead our organisation forward.
 
To apply...
Please apply online via the Seek website via the following link:
https://www.seek.co.nz/job/57593770

​For any queries, please contact Malcolm Jones, Board Chair, Otago Country Cricket,  via email thesnowdons9@gmail.com. Applications close at 5pm, on Wednesday 20 July 2022.

The Otago Country Cricket Association (OCCA) is looking for a Summer Cricket Activator focused on Female Cricket to assist in the delivery of cricket to school aged children. The Yeah Girls program and other local cricket initiatives introduce cricket to primary aged females in a fun and engaging way. It gives the students involved a place to experience cricket, develop their motor skills and grow their confidence. The programs have been a part of the OCCA development program for several years now and continues to grow each season.

This is a part-time position (15 hours per week) during summer, and we are seeking an enthusiastic, positive, and vibrant sports deliverer. The successful applicant will operate and deliver this popular OCCA cricket program, working with hundreds of young participants over the summer encouraging growth in participation for women’s cricket into the Otago Country region.

START/END DATE
Start date Monday October 11 - end date Friday March 21, with a 4 week break over Christmas (20 weeks in total). 

KEY ROLES
This role is suited to a passionate, confident person who has the energy and dynamism to engage enthusiastically with young people. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the drive and imagination to build, develop and adapt the program, to suit the preferences of participants.

The Successful Applicant will have the following attributes:
• Passion for Sport and Education - a motivated, well-organised individual who has the ability to teach and inspire children of all ages.
• An Enthusiastic Motivator – The ability to motivate children through genuine enthusiasm and encouragement.
• Desire to Succeed – A strong desire to succeed and deliver great experiences to our young people and grow the game of cricket.
• Well Organised – Effective planning, regular reporting and feedback are a key part of this role.

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated leadership and high level communication skills with proven ability to build effective cooperative working relationships internally and with diverse stakeholders
• Formal coaching qualifications is desirable, but not required. All training to be provided
• ​Sporting background (not necessarily cricket) 
• A proven ability to engage and positively interact with school children
• A love for sport and education is a must
• A valid driver’s licence and access to personal transport is essential

A NZC coaching certificate is regarded favourably as is any experience coaching sport to children. NOTE: As part of this job, the applicant is required to complete a Police vetting process.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

REMNUMERATION
Based on 20 weeks at 15 hours per week, the remuneration package will be approximately $10,000 and will be paid in fortnightly instalments during the season.

APPLY
Interested? Send brief CV and cover letter to adrian@otagocountrycricket.co.nz

Applications Close: 27 September 2021

Dunedin Metro took home the Stewart McKnight trophy on Sunday after beating Otago Country by 64 runs. Batting first Dunedin were bowled out for 190 in the 44th over (Biggs 38, Viljoen 33; Sandhu 3 for 33). In reply Country were all out for 126 with only Mitch van Schaik 51 not out and Angus Herron (24) getting into double figures. Jeremy Smith was the main destroyer taking 5 for 22 off 7 overs. Full scorecard below: