Associate Director, Global Student Recruitment

Associate Director, Global Student Recruitment page is loaded## Associate Director, Global Student Recruitmentlocations: Ballarat, Victoriatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: October 2, 2025 (15 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR100959Lead the development and execution of strategic international student recruitment initiatives.
• Global, Engagement and Quality – Mt Helen Campus (other campuses considered)
• Full-time, continuing appointment
• HEW 10 - $140,890 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 01/10/2025Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally. With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.**About the role**The Associate Director, Global Student Recruitment is responsible for leading the development and execution of strategic international student recruitment initiatives. You will play a critical part in enhancing the University's global profile, driving international student enrolments, and managing key stakeholder relationships across international markets. The position provides strategic oversight of recruitment operations, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, compliance requirements, and market trends.You will:* drive strategic leadership and direction for the Global Student Recruitment team, both on- and offshore;* conceptualize and lead high-level creative planning, development and implementation of international student recruitment policies and strategies across key markets;* manage and oversee activities within budget and to agreed targets;* manage in-country representatives in the achievement of strategic objectives; and* work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders in the achievement of overarching global recruitment objectives.**About you**Reporting to the Executive Director, Global, you will possess broad knowledge and experience of international education markets, visa regulations and compliance frameworks. You will also have the ability to establish, maintain and foster collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.You will possess demonstrated:* experience to identify challenges, analyse complex issues, and develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance international student recruitment;* highly developed planning and organisational skills, with experience in setting strategic priorities;* experience in developing, adapting, and implementing strategies that respond to evolving priorities and emerging global trends; and* experience in developing and leading high-performing multi-cultural and globally dispersed sales teams.All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.**How to apply****Please apply by Wednesday, 1 October 2025**Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the key selection criteria.Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific inquiries.Let our staff tell you more.[](blob:https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/ae4c8478-7f2b-4645-a740-28e17252d7d1)0:00 / 4:17Established in 1870 Federation University has been reaching communities and building generations of independent thinkers united in the knowledge that they are greater together. Federation University is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the best talent ranging from our academic and research staff to those working in student experience and professional roles. We are all part of a collaborative culture inspiring the highest levels of excellence, innovation, integrity and respect.
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