Manager, International Partnerships and Engagement

Overview:

• Full-time, Continuing position
• $135,978 - $145, % Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About the Role/You

Are you ready to shape the future of global collaboration in higher education? As the Manager, International Partnerships and Engagement, you'll lead the management of strategic international partnerships across Asia, supporting student mobility, joint programs, and research collaboration. This role is central to maintaining and enhancing RMIT's global footprint, with a focus on existing partnerships in Asia.

You'll work across teams to support international business development projects and MoUs, monitor performance, facilitate international research collaboration, and alumni engagement, and oversea global initiatives such as thought leadership events and inbound study abroad programs. With opportunities for international travel and high-level stakeholder engagement, this role suits a strategic thinker with deep experience in international education, strong policy knowledge, and a passion for building meaningful global relationships.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

• Demonstrated experience in managing international partnerships and engagement initiatives in a higher education or related context.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, risk management, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to provide evidence-based insights and recommendations on international education and market opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and presenting at professional forums.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and cultural contexts, exercising sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver outcomes within deadlines, and adapt to changing contexts.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College

RMIT's College of Business and Law (CoBL) takes an industry and student-centred approach to its courses and programs, ensuring graduates are work ready and able to tackle business challenges, balance stakeholder needs, act as socially responsible global citizens and create fair and positive futures for all.

The College delivers impactful research informed by industry, which supports its strong position as a College at the intersection of business and technology with social impact. Its important work is underpinned by the principles of quality, collaboration, big ideas and putting people first.

As one of the largest Business Schools in the Asia Pacific region, the College is comprised of five schools – four in Melbourne and one in Vietnam – and delivers a broad range of programs in Business and Law, ranging from Degree to PhD levels.

The College's Business and Law programs are delivered in Melbourne as well as through RMIT Online, with its Business programs also available in Vietnam and through partner institutions in Singapore and Shanghai. The College employs over 1000 staff and delivers programs to over 26,000 students.

The College's central operations are located at RMIT University's City Campus in Melbourne and reside in the Swanston Academic and Emily McPherson buildings.

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To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Guy, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email

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Position Description - Manager, International Partnerships & Engagement

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Applications Close:

20 Oct pm

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