‘Do we get WFH?’ Pakistan Cricket Board advertises fielding coach job on LinkedIn and the replies go viral

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has posted a job vacancy for a fielding coach on LinkedIn, much to the amusement of social media users. This unexpected recruitment move has garnered widespread attention. The PCB is seeking a coach for both red ball and white ball cricket, requiring a Level II coaching qualification and five years of experience working with elite cricketers, national teams, international sides, or franchises. The application deadline is September 9th at 5pm.

The job posting has taken an unusual turn with applicants bringing a diverse range of backgrounds to the table. One applicant highlighted his 13 years in industrial automation, while another jokingly mentioned having dropped just two catches recently. These responses have been widely shared on social media.

The post has also led to comparisons with England captain Jos Buttler's own comment on LinkedIn about the PCB's recruitment strategy, describing it as a blend of traditional and modern approaches. This exchange has added a layer of humor to the situation.

The timing of the job posting coincides with a recent poor performance by the Pakistani team, having lost the first two Tests against England including a 194-run defeat at Lord's. These events have led to a significant shake-up within the team's coaching staff. Shane McDermott, the previous fielding coach, left the role in July after spending around a year with the national team. Consequently, the PCB is now in urgent need of a replacement.

While the unconventional nature of the advertising method has drawn much amusement, it is clear that the vacancy is genuine. The PCB is actively seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position left by McDermott. The question remains whether LinkedIn will be the platform through which the new fielding coach is hired. The wait will be interesting to see if the right candidate emerges from the viral response.