Objective
This page is designed to outline the key rights and obligations relevant to Directors of South Australian Cricket Association Limited (SACA). This page is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
If you are uncertain about your legal position or any of the matters set out in this information sheet, it is recommended that you seek independent legal advice.
Responsibility of SACA Directors
A Director is subject to various statutory and common law rights and responsibilities.
SACA Directors are bound by fiduciary and statutory duties, including (without limitation) duties to:
- act with due care and diligence;
- act in good faith in the best interests of SACA and for a proper purpose;
- not improperly use their position with SACA;
- not improperly use information obtained as a result of their position with SACA;
- avoid conflicts of interest; and
- ensure the accounts and financial records of SACA are properly maintained and approved.
In addition to the above duties, Directors of SACA must comply with other relevant statutory and common law requirements, including (without limitation) workplace health and safety and employment legislation.
If a Director breaches their obligations, this may constitute a criminal offence and may attract significant financial penalties and imprisonment.
SACA Directors must also comply with all applicable SACA policies and procedures.
Role of Member Elected Directors
The role of a SACA Member Elected Director is specified in the SACA Constitution and the SACA Board Charter and is also governed by relevant legislation and common law requirements. The role of a SACA Member Elected Director is, broadly, to be responsible as a member of the SACA Board for the effective governance and oversight of SACA’s business and operations. This includes being responsible, as a member of the SACA Board, for:
- formulation of the strategic direction of SACA;
- the recruitment and performance of the Chief Executive Officer;
- reviewing, agreeing on and monitoring SACA’s business plans and annual budgets;
- development, approval and oversight of policies for the effective and compliant operation of SACA;
- ensuring appropriate compliance with legislation governing SACA’s business and operations;
- monitoring and management of risks facing SACA; and
- involvement with SACA Board sub-committees.
Specific desired business-related skills and competencies of Directors
Three vacant positions exist for the purposes of the 2026 annual election, created by the retirements of Daniel Harris, Andrea McCauley and William Rayner. All three are eligible for re-election.
The following candidate skills, expertise, experience, qualifications and/or competencies are desirable for maintaining a balanced Board composition, having regard to the respective backgrounds of retiring Directors Daniel Harris, Andrea McCauley and William Rayner.
- leadership;
- commercial strategist (business/ commercial strategy)
- public policy and government relations;
- legal and regulatory;
- governance, risk and compliance;
- environment and sustainability; and/or
- understanding of cricket (through participation, administration or officiating).
General desired business-related skills and competencies of Directors
Please refer to the general capabilities listed in the attached Skills and Competencies Checklist.
General desired personal-related attributes of all Directors
The following personal attributes are desirable for all SACA Directors:
- Integrity – meeting fiduciary duties and responsibilities, acting ethically, having appropriate independence, placing SACA’s interests before personal interests.
- Collaboration – the ability to work together with other Board members and SACA personnel.
- Effective communicator – the ability to engage and effectively communicate with relevant stakeholders.
- Commercial astuteness – demonstrates good business instinct, acumen and judgement.
- Engaged commitment – a willing participant with genuine interest in SACA and its business.
Diversity
The best discussions, thinking and productivity occur where there is diversity. We are committed to fostering a Board that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We believe that a diverse and inclusive Board enhances governance, drives innovation and strengthens decision-making by incorporating a wide range of perspectives, experiences and backgrounds.
Our nomination process actively seeks individuals who contribute unique viewpoints shaped by their personal and professional experiences. We also encourage candidates who demonstrate a commitment to equity, inclusion and social responsibility.
Commitment
To effectively perform the duties and responsibilities of a Director, sufficient time must be devoted to the role.
SACA Board meetings are generally held monthly (on the last Monday of each month) but the Board may meet more frequently as/where necessary to undertake its role effectively.
Directors must ensure that they are prepared for Board meetings, including by reading and analysing Board papers before meetings.
Under clause 11.10(a)(v) of SACA’s Constitution a person will cease to hold office as Director if they are absent from three consecutive Board meetings without the permission of the other Directors.
Board members may be asked to sit on one or more of the Board’s sub-committees. Generally speaking these committees also meet monthly and require a similar time commitment as serving on the Board.
SACA Directors are expected to attend cricket matches played under the auspices of SACA or Cricket Australia in South Australia in a representative capacity.
SACA Directors are not paid board or committee fees for their services as Directors.