Spin Bowling Coach

Job Overview

Sri Lanka Cricket invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Spin Bowling Coach – High Performance Centre. The selected professional will lead the strategic instruction, tactical preparation, and technical progression of spin bowlers across multiple development tiers, cultivating elite talent within a high-performance athletic framework.

Position Details

• Job Position: Spin Bowling Coach – High Performance Centre

• Company Name: Sri Lanka Cricket

• Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Company Overview

Sri Lanka Cricket is the national governing body for cricket in Sri Lanka, managing national squads, youth pathways, and elite development structures. Operating through its dedicated High Performance Centre, the organization establishes international-standard training methodologies, multidisciplinary athletic conditioning, and performance evaluation protocols to sustain global competitiveness.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 Coaching Qualification or an equivalent internationally recognized coaching certification.

• Proven experience in coaching spin bowling at elite, first-class, provincial, or national level.

• Strong technical understanding of spin bowling techniques, match strategies, and player development methodologies.

• Experience working within a high-performance sporting environment will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct spin bowling coaching programmes for emerging and high-performance cricketers.

• Develop technical, tactical, and mental aspects of spin bowling across different formats of the game.

• Monitor and evaluate player performances and provide regular feedback and development plans.

• Work closely with national pathway coaches, strength & conditioning staff, analysts, and other support personnel to ensure holistic player development.

• Assist in talent identification and succession planning for spin bowling talent across provincial and national pathways.

• Prepare training schedules, reports, and player progress evaluations as required by the High Performance Centre.

• Support national squads, development squads, camps, and tournaments when assigned.

• Promote professional standards, discipline, and a high-performance culture among players.

Required Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in performance analysis tools and modern coaching technologies will be advantageous.

• Capable of operating independently and during irregular hours with minimal supervision.

Salary & Benefits

• An attractive and negotiable remuneration package, along with fringe benefits and excellent career prospects, awaits the selected candidate.

How to Apply

All applications should be forwarded to vacancies@srilankacricket.lk along with the names of two non-related referees who are not employed by Sri Lanka Cricket, within 7 days from the date of this advertisement.

Please mention the post applied for on the subject line of the email.

Important Notes

• Please ensure all employment criteria are met prior to applying.

• Canvassing in any form will be a definite disqualification.