Global Business Development Officer

4 days ago


Ballarat, Australia Federation University Australia Full time

Play a key role in supporting the development and implementation of international education initiatives, global partnerships, and student mobility programs.
- Global, Engagement and Quality - Mt Helen Campus
- Full-time, fixed-term appointment until January 2027
- HEW 6 - $91,516 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Position closing date: 22/06/2025

Ranked 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 Global Business Development Officer plays a key role in supporting the development and implementation of international education initiatives, global partnerships, and student mobility programs. The position assists in managing international projects, tracking progress, and ensuring alignment with university policies and strategic objectives. Acting as key liaison between internal and external stakeholders, the role supports partnership coordination, stakeholder engagement, and the effective administration of mobility programs as well as event coordination.

You will:
- provide administrative and operational support, including program promotion, logistics, reporting and providing advice and information to prospective incoming and outgoing students;- coordinate and support the administration of international sponsor programs and sponsored students;- coordinate and contribute to the management of international education projects, tracking progress, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery; and- contribute to the preparation and coordination of partnership agreements, reports, and stakeholder communications.

About you

Reporting to the Executive Director, Global, you will possess a strong understanding of tertiary education, internation education and global partnership management. You will possess the ability to coordinate and manage projects, prioritising task and meeting deadlines to ensure a successful delivery.

You will possess:
- high-level analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prepare reports, briefing papers, and recommendations to support decision-making;- proven ability to liaise effectively with government agencies, industry partners, educational institutions, and internal stakeholders;- excellent customer service skills with ability to engage with diverse cultural groups and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with international stakeholders and- demonstrated ability to coordinate and facilitate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement sessions.

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

Applicants are required to submit a resume and a response to key selection criteria.

Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.



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