Business Development Officer

Education Centre of Australia (ECA) is a progressive and diverse education group that operates at the forefront of Australia’s higher education sector with campuses in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and with overseas campuses in the UK and India. Over the past two decades we have provided quality teaching to thousands of students through English language courses, bachelor’s degrees, postgraduate degrees and targeted internships. ECA has global presence across several regions - Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Philippines & Nepal.

Aligned closely with our organisational values of integrity, efficiency and equity, ECA is a large and successful Australian-based education organisation providing both face-to-face and online courses for international and domestic students within Australia, India, South East Asia, and more recently for international students in the UK.

We also work in partnership with quality higher education providers such as Victoria University, Swinburne University, Charles Sturt University, University of Canberra and London Metropolitan University to provide a world-class educational experience.

We have got an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Officer (Part Time Position) to be part of our team at ECA Internships in our Geelong office.

ECA Internships works closely with International Students, Universities and Host companies to provide students with Internship experiences specially matched to skill profiles.

As an integral member of the team, you will have a rewarding opportunity to progress your career within education industry.  We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the company and is self-motivated and an enthusiastic 'go-getter' who likes to take responsibility.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Build industry partnerships and develop opportunities for internship placements.
- Proactively research and implement creative strategies for business development opportunities.
- Carry out compliance requirements as per Internship policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with host companies and students to obtain consent and testimonials for ECA Internships social feeds.
- Previous experience or voluntary experience at University with Career Hubs/ Internship placement an advantage.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. This role is all about how you connect with others and the ability to network
- Excellent organisational, administrative and time management skills
- The ability to establish local networks, connect with host companies and maintain relationships.
- A positive attitude, highly motivated yet calm under pressure.
- A strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Great customer service skills.
- A professional personal presentation.
- The ability to travel to meet clients.

**In return we will offer you**:

- A supportive team environment, with teams in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and launching shortly in Geelong.
- Energetic culture that inspires and supports excellence
- Work/life balance, Flexible work options
- Professional development
- Expanding network of contacts
- Industry competitive remuneration and benefits

**EEO Statement**

At ECA, our organisational values include ‘Equal opportunity and Social inclusion’ and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid full working rights visa for a reasonable period.

**How to apply**

For further information on this role, to gain an insight into our team or if you need assistance/accommodation due to a disability, please contact Loren Dsouza

Thank you for your interest in the position with the ECA Group

**Job Type**: Part-time

Application Question(s):

- Describes your right to work in Australia.