PURPOSE To be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the ECB Performance Centre at Loughborough University and the co-ordination of facility usage. Assist the Performance Centre Manager with all aspects ECB Performance Centre management, including its user groups, facilities, equipment and finances. WHO WE ARE The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional. We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together. The ECB wants cricket to be the most inclusive sport in England and Wales. The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket. OUR VALUES Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF You have an interest in high performance sport and have a passion for contributing to the performance of England Cricket teams. You enjoy and have an aptitude for operational planning and programming the use of facilities. You enjoy working to and setting high standards. Whilst capable or working within a dynamic team, you can take individual responsibility for scheduling and programming a busy, multi-use facility with a diverse range of users with competing needs. You are an effective, meticulous administrator who can diligently complete critical tasks. YOU’LL BE DOING Scheduling the usage of the ECB Performance Centre for all key stakeholder groups including communication with stakeholders, collation of all booking requests and responsibility for programming the facilities (indoor & outdoor). Weekly issuing of schedules to all relevant Performance Centre staff groups. Responsibility for ensuring the ECB Performance Centre serves as a well maintained and equipped place of work for staff as well as a high performance facility for squads. Coordinating and assisting with accommodation and catering bookings for relevant groups. Leading and maintaining exceptional working relationships with relevant Loughborough University (LU) departments (including operational staff, ground staff, events staff and security). Liaising with LU reception staff regarding day-to-day operations. Liaising with LU Facility Manager regarding building and equipment maintenance, security and H&S operations. Managing and issuing of Performance Centre building keys, access swipe cards and parking/vehicle charging permits for ECB staff. Being responsible for updates to honours and achievements boards, player recognition or other imagery in the Centre. Assisting the Performance Centre Manager with adherence to budget parameters within day-to-day operations, securing PO numbers and payment of invoices. YOU’LL HAVE The right to work in the UK Experience of administration, ideally in facility management and ideally in high performance sport. Strong organisational and administrative skills, with meticulous attention to detail. Good cricket knowledge which allows you to support, interact and maintain and an optimal set of cricket facilities – desirable. Financial management experience – desirable. High levels of personal and professional integrity – essential. Good IT literacy skills, especially in MS Excel – essential. YOU’LL RECEIVE Competitive salary Holiday - 25 days a year Volunteering – 2 days a year Pension Scheme Private medical insurance Employee health cash-back plan Long-term sickness insurance Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary Enhanced family leave and pay OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool People Academy - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice 30% Castore discount Cycle 2 Work Scheme Season ticket loan Preferential access to tickets to England and The Hundred games Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ Community in Cricket Employee Network