International Communities Coordinator

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan:
MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World
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It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan -
MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World
that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.

WHY WORK FOR US?

• Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
• Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
• You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students

The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

YOUR ROLE

The International Communities Coordinator supports MACS schools with all aspects of international student enrolments, including Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) compliance, application assessments, visa guidance, agent engagement, child safety requirements, and the coordination of short- and long-term study programs. This role is designed to support the Community Engagement and Growth (CEG) team ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of the MACS international student program and contributes to building a vibrant pipeline of culturally diverse student enrolments, aligned with our mission and system growth goals.

Please Note: this is a seven-month fixed-term role

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support schools in managing international enrolment applications and ensuring compliance with CRICOS, the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act and the National Code by partnering with school-based staff to support enrolment processes, compliance readiness, and student monitoring
• Support community engagement initiatives including global enrolment campaigns, culturally responsive events, and school-based activities that foster community and inclusive participation.
• Collaborate across MACS directorates and with external stakeholders to strengthen relationships and contribute to strategic planning aligned with MACS2030 goals.
• Maintain accurate records and provide community insights through regular reporting, while contributing to other duties as required within your scope of work.
• Liaise with education agents and overseas partners to promote MACS schools and ensure accurate representation of offerings
• Oversee and coordinate MACS short-term and long-term study tours, including logistics, documentation, and pastoral care frameworks
• Support the administration and promotion of international student exchange programs and student travel (inbound and outbound)

ABOUT YOU

• Demonstrated experience in international student enrolment and CRICOS/ESOS compliance
• Sound understanding of Australian student visa processes, Provider Registration and International Student Management System (PRISMS), and related systems
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to liaise effectively and professionally with agents, schools, families, and regulators
• Ability to assess applications, conduct risk reviews, and interpret regulatory requirements
• High level of attention to detail, with strong written communication, and administrative accuracy
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, event coordination, and stakeholder relationship management

HOW TO APPLY

Please refer to the
position description
for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.

Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email

You will need to provide:

1. An up to-date Resume and

2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.

Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

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APPLICATIONS CLOSE
: 4.00pm Monday 22nd September 2025