ACA Internship Program - WA Cricket - Assistant Coach - Pathways

The Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA) Internship Program, offered in partnership wth Infront Sports, provides unparalleled work experience opportunities for current and past professional cricketers.

WA Cricket, in partnership wth ACA and Infront Sports, is offering an Assistant Coach - Pathways opportunity to a current, transitioning, or past professional cricketer, who is an ACA Member. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Training Support: Assist the head coach with session setup, drill implementation, and technical skill guidance.
• Player Development: Assess player performance to create and deliver individual improvement plans and feedback.

• Technical Specialisation: Deliver targeted coaching in areas such as batting, bowling, fielding, or wicketkeeping.

• Drill Design: Prepare and execute drills designed to enhance both individual and team skill sets.

• Performance Monitoring: Track athlete progress and provide data-driven insights to the coaching staff.

• Reviews: Support and participate in player performance review meetings.

• Planning: Attend regular coaching meetings to coordinate training schedules and development goals.

• Reporting: Assist in the preparation of reports regarding player progress and match-day performance.

The full position description and contact information for the job is available here.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Opportunities are offered by state cricket clubs, ACA, and Cricket Australia via Infront and the ACA Internship Program early in each calendar year.

• ACA members are invited to apply with an updated CV and cover letter.

• A formal interview process with reference checking provides an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, experience, achievements, and career aspirations.

• Pre and post Interview advice and feedback is provided by Infront.

• Successful candidates undertake a paid work experience placement opportunity of up to 300 hours.

• Flexible timing and hours - part time, full time, off season, in season.

• Fully supported, structured, paid, and insured throughout.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Develop skills within a sporting organisation beyond playing cricket.

• Gain valuable work experience, knowledge, and capability.

• Build confidence and competence in a new work environment.

• Establish contacts, connections, and mentors.

• Contribute to projects and initiatives.

• Develop a high-quality portfolio of work.

• Open current and future work opportunities.

If you are a current ACA Member, you can apply via the application link.