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Make a difference in our cricket community. Whether you're looking for paid work or want to volunteer your time, we have rewarding opportunities for everyone.

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Why Work or Volunteer With UNCC?

Joining our team means becoming part of a proud cricket tradition while developing valuable skills and making lasting connections.

Community Impact

Make a real difference in young people's lives and strengthen our local cricket community.

Skill Development

Gain coaching qualifications, leadership experience, and professional development opportunities.

Network & Connect

Build valuable connections in sports administration, coaching, and local business communities.

Be Part of History

Join a club with a rich heritage and help write the next chapter of UNCC's story.

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Current Opportunities

Explore our current openings for both paid positions and volunteer roles. Find the perfect way to contribute to UNCC.

University of Newcastle Cricket Club Head Coach EOI Open job posting for 2026/27 season with club crest logo
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PAID POSITION

Head Coach — 2026/27 Season

The University of Newcastle Cricket Club (Sea Dragons) is seeking an experienced Head Coach to lead and develop our senior playing group across all grades for the 2026/27 season. This is a paid role requiring senior coaching experience, strong leadership, and a passion for driving a high-performance cricket environment.

Senior Role Coaching Exp. Required 2026/27 Season
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VOLUNTEER

Scorer — 2026/27 Season

Score matches across 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades for the 2026/27 season and beyond. All training and certification provided for beginners.

Flexible Training Provided UNCC Uniform
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VOLUNTEER

Event Manager — 2026/27 Season

Help organise and run club events throughout the season including fundraisers, presentation nights, Sea Dragons social functions, Sponsors Day, Old Boys Day, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate and deliver key club events across the season
  • Work closely with the committee on budgets, scheduling, and logistics
  • Manage event volunteers, suppliers, and venue coordination
  • Drive sponsorship engagement for Sponsors Day and fundraising events
  • Promote events via club channels and coordinate with the committee
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VOLUNTEER — STUDENT

Treasurer Understudy

Gain genuine, hands-on financial experience by working alongside the UNCC Treasurer. This role is designed for a university student studying finance, business, or accounting — offering real-world exposure to bookkeeping, cash flow management, and club operations that translates directly to small business skills.

Key Responsibilities & Skills You'll Develop:

  • Assist with Xero bookkeeping — bank reconciliation, coding transactions, and managing accounts payable/receivable
  • Chase outstanding invoices and receipts from sponsors, members, and suppliers
  • Maintain and update club cash flow forecasts and budget tracking spreadsheets
  • Manage club registrations and track player fee payments across all grades
  • Prepare financial reports and summaries for monthly committee meetings
  • Manage club email inbox — triage enquiries, forward to relevant committee members, and draft responses
  • Assist with grant applications, sponsorship invoicing, and end-of-season financial statements
Finance/Business Student Real-World Experience Hours Logged
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VOLUNTEER — STUDENT

Sea Dragons Secretary

Step into the operational heartbeat of the club. The Secretary role is ideal for a university student studying business, law, communications, or sports management — offering unparalleled exposure to governance, stakeholder management, and the day-to-day running of a community sporting organisation. You'll develop professional skills directly transferable to corporate, legal, and not-for-profit careers.

Key Responsibilities & Skills You'll Develop:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the NDCA, NuSport, UNCC Treasurer, and UNCC President — managing inbound correspondence and ensuring timely responses
  • Coordinate UNCC player management — maintain player registrations, clearances, and competition eligibility records across all grades
  • Organise and minute monthly committee meetings — prepare agendas, distribute papers, record actions, and follow up on outcomes
  • Liaise with captains and team managers — distribute fixtures, communicate rule changes, and coordinate team nominations
  • Manage club governance documentation — maintain the club constitution, policies, insurance records, and compliance filings
  • Handle general club correspondence — respond to member enquiries, sponsor communications, and external stakeholder requests
  • Support the AGM and end-of-season awards — coordinate nominations, prepare annual reports, and organise voting processes
Business/Law/Comms Student Governance Experience Hours Logged
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Don't See a Role That Suits You?

We're always looking for passionate people to join our club. Get in touch and let's discuss how you can contribute!

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Testimonials

What Our Team Says

"Volunteering as a junior coach has been incredibly rewarding. Watching these kids develop their skills and confidence week by week is why I keep coming back season after season."

MS

Marcus Smith

Junior Cricket Coach (Volunteer)

"The admin role has been perfect for balancing work around my own playing commitments. The club really values its staff and provides great flexibility."

JL

Jessica Lee

Club Administrator (Part-time)

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