MITC ACE Development Officer

Job Overview: 

The ACE Programme was launched by Surrey County Cricket Club in January 2020 in response to the decline of the black British professional players by 75%, and less than 1% of the recreational game. The ACE Programme was designed to engage young people of African and Caribbean Heritage, and a talent search was launched. 

In Black History Month, October 2020, following significant investment of £540,000 from Sport England, The ACE Programme Charity launched as an independent charity. Five years after delivery, the charity is pleased to be an official partner of Sport England and England & Wales Cricket Board, providing opportunities for African and Caribbean heritage children to access cricket across six cities – London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Nottingham and Sheffield. 

The purpose of the role is to increase participation predominantly within the black British communities by supporting and improving the experience of everyone involved whether they play, attend or follow the game. 

The development officer will provide direct development and coaching support to the community, school, academy and club based cricketing opportunities, through both coaching and competition.  

This role seeks an energetic and enthusiastic individual who has a passion for supporting and developing diverse communities and working with multiple partners and organisations. The role combines coaching and development work and will be responsible for engaging people from a diverse community of all ages regionally into becoming active members of the cricketing community.   

General Duties: 

Work with line manager to support and deliver ACE cricket programmes in Middlesex.  

Lead the administration and delivery on all of the ACE programme activities locally. 

Coach on various ACE programmes as required. These include: 

Delivery on academy programmes 

Delivery on community hub coaching programmes 

Delivery on schools coaching programme, including competitions.  

Implement indoor and outdoor league provision, club festivals and open days.  

Provide coordinated  club development support to cricket clubs to drive interest and maximise participation, helping to create a sustainable future for diverse communities.  

Work with key county stakeholders and delivery partners ensuring the delivery of key events for the ACE programme. 

Support the ACE programme team to deliver other cricket development activities. 

Report on ACE participation numbers in Middlesex using Upshot. 

Oversee MITC ACE Budget, in line with the day-to-day financial requirements of MITC. 

Collate information and communicate with relevant stakeholders and delivery partners. 

Person Specification – Required: 

Qualified to Core Coach or equivalent, and current member of ECBCA 

Current clear ECB DBS check, Safeguarding and First Aid qualifications 

Experience of working within diverse communities  

Good Computer literacy, including MS Office 

Ability to enthuse and inspire young people about cricket 

Ability to learn quickly and a ‘can do’ attitude 

Ability to respond to tight deadlines 

Ability to use their initiative and work independently 

Strong communicator who works well in a team 

Strong planning, organisational and time management skills 

Person Specification – Desirable:  

Knowledge of social media, website management, online booking systems 

Knowledge of key cricketing national programmes Chance to Shine, All Stars and Dynamos Cricket national programmes 

Experience of co-ordinating events 

Experience in communicating with state primary and secondary schools 

Experience of overseeing casual coaches 

Other 

Responsible for the ongoing monitoring and reporting of all aspects of your work programmes to include completion of monthly activity reports for submission to relevant ACE Programme trustees, funders and partner organisations. 

Supporting national programmes at key events, sessions and meetings. 

Some flexibility around working hours will be required including evenings 

Commit to a professional development programme to provide an appropriate service and support to all stakeholders. 

Liaise closely with line manager and be prepared to undertake any other duties related to the work of these functions as required.