Event Manager – Sydney Sixers

• Lead the Sydney Sixers events!
• Deliver expectational match day experiences
• Be part of leading and growing the game of Cricket

ABOUT US

Cricket NSW (CNSW) is focused on leading and growing the game throughout the state. We oversee all cricket from elite professional teams to community, school, and social cricket programs. As a purpose and people led organisation, CNSW aims to inspire everyone to play and love cricket.

Our Wildly Important Goal (WIG) is to grow the number of 5–12-year-olds playing cricket. To deliver on our WIG and strategic priorities we have a collaborative, customer-centric approach. We use our values; Humility, Excellence, Imagination and Relationships to deliver memorable experiences to participants and fans.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the General Manager Sydney Sixers, in this role you will:

• Plan, manage and deliver world-class W/BBL match days which encompass event presentation, fan experience, venue operations and partner integration
• Translate fan insights, cultural trends, league and club strategy into immersive, high energy experiences that drive connection, excitement and repeat attendance
• Own end-to-end even delivery, leading a cross functional team
• Build trusted, high-impact relationships with key stakeholders including match day venues, sport presentation agencies, Cricket Australia, broadcasters and internal teams to ensure exceptional event delivery for fans and our partners.
• Lead and manage a small team by providing strong leadership and coaching skills

ABOUT YOU

• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Proven experience delivering complex, fast-paced and high profile events
• Strong leadership capability and excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We support and value our people in different ways, but here are a few benefits that are on offer for our people at Cricket NSW.

• You’ll be joining a team that is energetic and motivated, who deeply enjoy the work they do and the impact it has in the community
• A vibrant, purpose driven and professional culture with a flexible approach to the way we work
• Support for you through our wellness initiatives, with a strong focus on creating a psychologically safe environment
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Join our social activities like monthly birthday celebrations and lunchtime sports
• And of course tickets to the cricket!

KEEN TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Apply now! Submit a copy of your resume and cover letter by 16 August 2026.

At Cricket NSW, we hire on merit and embrace diversity of characteristics, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone, including children, so that people feel respected and connected, and can contribute and develop. We measure ourselves on our How We Play behaviours, our people value relationships, excellence, imagination and humility.

Australian Cricket’s Commitment Statement to Safeguarding Children and Young People can be found at cricketaustralia.com.au/safeguarding.

We require all applicants to undergo background checks including working with children checks and screening prior to or during any appointments.