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Head Office
28 Maiden Drive, Highlands
P.O Box 2739, Harare
Tel: +263 (0) 4 788090, 776661-3
Fax: +263 (0)4 788094
Email:
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NOTICE OF VACANCIES
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) wishes to advise that theposition of National Team Coach will become vacant on 1 April 2013, and the position of U19 Team Coach became vacant on 1 October 2012. ZC is therefore inviting applications for the positions of National Team Coach and U19 Team Coach. Details of the positions and application process are detailed below.
Applications, addressed to the
Chairman, Selection Panel
C/o Managing Director
Zimbabwe Cricket
28 Maiden Drive
Highlands
Harare
or emailed to
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must be received by Friday 30 November 2012 at the latest.
POST: NATIONAL TEAM COACH
FOCUS OF ROLE
The Zimbabwean National Team Coach is responsible for:
The collective performance of the Zimbabwean team.
Ensuring individual players are prepared, developed and managed to ensure they perform at the peak of their capabilities at alltimes
Establishing a culture and style of play which,supported by key systems and processes, will contribute to a consistent high performance and development of Zimbabwean cricketers.
Ensure the conduct of the team is in keeping with the highest standards of integrity.
KEY RESULT AREAS
Team and player performance
Leadership and management
People management
CRITICAL TASKS
- To coach the Zimbabwean team to ensure the highest level of performance is achieved and maintained.
- Develop and implement coaching plans to meet individual development needs by a player and team.
- Provide direction on the game strategy and style of play that enables on field success.
- In conjunction with the Captain and Team Manager, maintain and develop a culture that ensures player behaviour is consistent with the relevant codes of conduct.
- In conjunction with the Captain and other members of the team management, communicate expectations of player behaviour (non-negotiable) at the commencement of each tour.
- In conjunction with the Captain and other members of the management team, deal immediately, openly and effectively with inappropriate behaviour.
- Continue to reinforce and develop within the team, greater recognition of the Spirit of Cricket and the responsibility of players to promote the game and show it in a positive light.
- Build positive relationships with players, teammanagement, National Selectors, ZC staff and Franchise coaches/staff.
- In conjunction with Team Manager, develop a close working relationship with and oversee the physiotherapist, fitness trainer and the psychologist in relation to players’ health, fitness and mental preparedness.
- To clearly understand ZC’ strategic framework and incorporate relevant focus into dealings with players, other staff and stakeholders
- Participate in media commitments as required.
- Ensure the needs of cricket sponsors and stakeholders are met.
- Responsible for performance management and development of staff and assistant coaches.
- Strictly follow finance policies, procedures and contractual obligations.
THE PERSON
Candidates must have the following
Previously played cricket at least at first class level
Be holder of at least a recognized level 3 coaching certificate and must have coached at senior level for at least 5 years.
Have good analytical skills
Motivate players and be firm and fair
Good leadership skills and be able to lead the National Team and the technical staff
POST: U19 TEAM COACH
FOCUS OF ROLE
The Zimbabwean U19 Team Coach is responsible for:
The collective performance of the Zimbabwean U19 team.
Ensuring individual players are prepared, developed and managed to ensure they perform at the peak of their capabilities at alltimes
Establishing a culture and style of play which,supported by key systems and processes, will contribute to a consistent high performance and development of Zimbabwean U19 cricketers.
Ensure the conduct of the team is in keeping with the highest standards of integrity.
To develop a Zimbabwean U19 team that can achieve success at the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup.
KEY RESULT AREAS
Team and player performance
Leadership and management
People management
Player Motivation
Player Discipline
CRITICAL TASKS
To coach the Zimbabwean U19 team to ensure the highest level of performance, and match results in every competition is achieved.
Develop and implement coaching plans to meet individual development needs by a player and team.
To develop international players who will go on to consistently represent the Zimbabwean National Team.
Provide direction on the game strategy and style of play that enables on field success.
In conjunction with other age group coaches, implement development plans for young emerging cricketers, to realize theirpotential.
In conjunction with the team manager, build a culture that promotes unity and commitment to performance on and off the field.
In conjunction with the Team Manager, maintain and develop a culture that ensures player behaviour is consistent with the relevant codes of conduct.
In conjunction with the Team Manager, communicate expectations of player behaviour (non-negotiable).
In conjunction with the Team Manager, deal immediately, openly and effectively with inappropriate behaviour.
Continue to reinforce and develop within the team, greater recognition of Spirit of Cricket and the responsibility of players to promote the game and show it in a positive light.
Build positive relationships with players, teammanagement, Selectors, ZC staff and Franchise Coaches/staff.
In conjunction with Team Manager, develop a close working relationship with and oversee the physiotherapist in relation to players’ health and fitness.
To clearly understand ZC strategic framework and incorporate relevant focus into dealings with players, other staff and stakeholders
Participate in media commitments as required.
Ensure the needs of cricket sponsors and stakeholders are met.
Responsible for performance management and development of staff and age group coaches.
Strictly follow finance policies, procedures and contractual obligations.
Develop relevant databases used for planning, evaluating and performance improvement.
THE PERSON
Candidates must have the following
Previously played cricket at least at first class level
Be holder of at least a recognized level 3 coaching certificate and must have coached at senior level for at least 5 years.
Have good analytical skills and sound judgement.
Motivate players and be firm and fair
Good leadership skills and be able to lead the National U19 Team and the technical staff.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
Good knowledge of developing Cricketers.
Good planning and Admin Skills.
Under Construction
To promote the sustainable development of cricket as a national sport, while raising the playing standard to achieve and maintain international success.
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is the national governing body for competitive cicket in the republic of Zimbabwe, responsible for the day to day management and administration of the game. VISION To become a successful performer in the global sports and entertainment industry.
Values
- Teamwork
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Commitment
- Fairness
- Gender equality
Mission Statement
To promote the sustainable development of cricket as a national sport, while raising the playing standard to achieve and maintain international success.
Membership
Membership is made up of associations representing each of the countries 10 administrative provinces. While each association acts autonomously within its geographic border, all work together for the greater good of the game at national basis. These associations have seen directors on the 13 member ZC board and the provincial chairpersons also decide on the appointment of the remaining six directors onto the board.
Alongside the provincial association, ZC has provincial offices. In 2008, a review of the effectiveness of the current provincial structures was undertaken. This saw the reduction in the number of provincial offices from ten to four, responsible for the central, eastern, northern and western zones. They govern cricket activity together and implement ZC programs in the provinces which fall under their jurisdiction.
Affiliations
ZC is a Full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC). The chairman of the ZC board is director of the ICC Executive Board and IDI Board (an ICC company). The Managing Director of ZC sits on the ICC Chief Executives Committee. ZC is registered with the Sports and Recreational Commission of Zimbabwe (SRC).
The 13 member ZC board continues to provide the highest level of strategic guidance and governance to the organization. By setting policy, the board is ultimately accountable and responsible for the performance and affairs of ZC. It operates by delegating authority to the board committees and management. Decision making is on consensus.
Affiliations summarised;
- Full International Cricket Council (ICC) Member
- Representation on the ICC Executive Board
- Representation on the ICC Chief Executives Committee
- Representation on the ICC Cricket Committee
- Registered with the Sports and Recreation Commission of Zimbabwe
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