Wicketz Programme Manager

Lord’s Taverners 

The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond. 

We are now seeking an energetic team player to join our programmes team to deliver on set outcomes for our Wicketz programme with a focus on Women’s and Girl’s growth opportunities across all programmes.  

The Role 

You will join an established programmes team driving sustainable change in the sport for development sector. You will use our values to include, inspire and empower to increase the opportunities for children and young people facing socio-economic disadvantage. This role has a national remit alongside geographical focus areas which will enable a place-based project approach to delivery at the same time as supporting the development of a programme. 

About You 

You will be an organised, proactive and people focused individual who enjoys supporting others and working with Development Officers. You’ll bring strong communication skills, a positive, can‑do approach to working as part of a busy team and be a strong advocate for the growth and development of Women’s and Girl’s cricket. 

You will bring: 

• Efficient communication skills, needed for engaging Development Officers, young people, schools, coaches, parents, volunteers and partners. 

• Ability to collaborate and build partnerships, essential for working with major stakeholders, network partners, communities, coaches and internal teams. 

• Demonstrated experience of working with and developing sporting provision for targeted groups, with emphasis towards Women and Girls. 

• Strong organisational and planning skills, critical for managing delivery partner performance and meeting deadlines. 

• Teamwork and interpersonal skills, the role is highly collaborative across all stakeholders 

• Ability to work independently and use initiative, essential for delivering objectives, supporting development officers, and managing relationships across a region. 

• Proactive, positive approach, needed for outreach, recruitment, and building new opportunities. 

At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact,inclusionand opportunity for young people. 

Above all, youwill be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values:We Include, We Inspire, We Empower. 

Safeguarding 

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need todiscloseyouth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions. 

As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. 

Benefits 

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays 

• Fiveadditionaldays between Christmas and New Year 

• 6% pension contribution 

• Group income protection 

• Critical illness cover 

• Life assurance 

• Health Cash Plan 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Two volunteering days 

• Birthday day off 

• Season ticket loan 

• Flexible working 

• Wellbeing plan 

Application Instructions 

Please read the application instructions carefully and completely. 

Please submit your CV, and a written response (maximum 350 words) to the following question: 

“Please describe a time when you have worked with stakeholders/partners to increase opportunities for young people facing socio-economic disadvantage. Briefly outline how you built and managed a partnership successfully with any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.” 

We will not accept applications that do not complete this task, or applications that upload a cover note in place of the required written response. 

 
Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note. 

Key Dates 

Application deadline: 23:30 on 22 October 2026 

First Round - Interviews scheduled: Friday 30 October 2026 (online) 

Second Round - Interviews scheduled: Friday 6 November 2026 (in person in London, Victoria) 

Interview Process 

First Stage (Online) 

The first stage will take place online and will last 45 minutes in total. The session will include: 

• 10-minute task/activity 

• 35 minutes - Discussion based interview where candidates will be asked to speak about themselves and their experiences 

Second Stage (In Person) 

Shortlisted candidates who progress to second stage will be invited to a 60-minute in person interview, comprising: 

• 45 minutes of competency-based questions 

• 15 minutes for further conversation about the role 

Interview questions will be shared with shortlisted candidates in advance to support preparation. 

Accessibility 

We want every candidate to feel comfortable and able to perform at their best. If you require any adjustments or support to take part in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.