Senior Event Presentation Manager - ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 (FTC until July 2026) in Cardiff

The ICC Women’s Twenty20 World Cup is the biennial global tournament for Women’s T20 international (T20I) cricket. The 2026 event will be the 10th edition of the tournament and is due to be hosted by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), delivered in partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC). It will be the first time the event has returned to England & Wales since the inaugural tournament in 2009 – which England Women won on home soil.

Ambitions for the tournament are high. Within a fast moving women’s sport landscape, our aim is not only to deliver the biggest women’s cricket event in history, but to use it as a moment to redefine the standard for women’s cricket attendances, reformulate revenue streams, and retune mindsets about what cricket is and who it is for. A moment in time to deliver long‑term behaviour change for the whole sport and to secure the commercial future of women’s cricket domestically and internationally.

Joining the team behind the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is a chance to be part of a landmark moment in sporting history. This is your opportunity to collaborate with passionate individuals, deliver an exceptional sporting experience for players and fans, and leave a lasting impact on the future of women’s cricket.

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 passion for major event delivery within match day event presentation.
• You have excellent organisational and project management skills, alongside people management with the Event production team.
• You are detail and outcome focussed, with an eye for innovation and seeking efficient and cost-effective ways to deliver world class sportainment.
• You are a clear communicator that establishes strong professional relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external, and seeks to resolve arising issues in line with wider objectives.
• You have a strong understanding of the women’s professional game and are passionate about this tournament accelerating the growth of women’s cricket.
• You can work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Event Planning and Delivery
  • Ensure that every touch point of the fan journey is inspiring and engaging.
  • Lead and line manage multiple operational roles within the event production pillar, reporting into Head of Event Production.
  • Support the wider strategy and planning for tournament delivery, contributing insights and operational expertise.
  • Help ensure the tournament delivers lasting impact and supports the growth of the women’s professional game.
  • Creating an effective project plan with the event presentation agency to ensure that all targets are met and information is shared with all associated functional areas.
  • Ensuring that commercial, digital and ICC activation are delivered within the match day.
  • Work closely with broadcast managers to ensure event presentation is integrated fully into the broadcast.
  • Attend site visits and regular venue meetings in order to deliver the highest standard of event presentation suited to each individual venue.
• Management - Planning & Execution
  • Work with ECB, ICC and event suppliers to deepen the connection between teams, players and fans through exciting and innovative activations.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of operational plans including venue overlay, logistics, and match day delivery ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Be the pivotal point and lead contact between ECB, ICC and event presentation agency, ensuring that all key objectives are met.
  • Ensure that all centrally contracted suppliers work with the event presentation agency to deliver all key information to venues and stakeholders.
  • Work in collaboration with other departments across ECB & ICC to ensure that fan experience (in stadia and broadcast) and player experience is maximised across host venues.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with teams, local authorities, suppliers, host venues, and service providers.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for day‑to‑day operational delivery with key partners.
  • Establish strong relationships with the tournament leadership team, host and venues, cross functional areas and key suppliers to ensure excellent delivery of the tournament.
  • Support the development and tracking of operational budgets (ECB and ICC), ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Assist in financial reporting, forecasting, and reconciliation in collaboration with the finance team for agency and all suppliers associated to event presentation.
  • Help manage supplier contracts and ensure services are delivered to agreed standards.
  • Support compliance with health and safety regulations, venue and council sign-off, and operational procedures.
  • Assist with the incident management process with all overlay touchpoints during the tournament, helping to coordinate swift responses where required.
  • Contribute to post‑tournament debriefs, gathering lessons learned and identifying improvements for future events.
  • Assist in compiling a comprehensive report covering operational successes, challenges, and key outcomes.

YOU’LL HAVE

• Experience in delivering event production and event presentation in major events in sport.
• An understanding of global event delivery at multiple high‑profile venues.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, deliver under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong planning, coordination, and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Knowledge of or passion for women’s cricket and an understanding of its wider context is highly desirable.
• Proven experience of delivering inclusive match day experiences at live events.
• Financial acumen with experience supporting budget management and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of compliance, health & safety, and risk protocols in live event environments.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• 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 - a multiple of your annual basic salary
• Enhanced family leave and pay
• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool
• Learning and Development - 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
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Preferential access to tickets to England 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