Global Engagement Manager, (Regional)

Job no:513333
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Community Engagement/Marketing, Business Development

Global Engagement Office

• Four exciting new opportunities are open for energetic and ambitious individuals to join the team responsible for leading The University’s internationalisation strategy, where you will be required to drive global engagement activities and manage growth initiatives within your region.
• Level 8, up to four full-time appointments available on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $103,364 - $112,981 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Global Engagement leads initiatives focused on achievement of global engagement and the internationalisation strategy. The team works collaboratively across the University to progress international student recruitment, research and industry engagement initiatives. It establishes strategic partnerships and maintains strong relationships with key education, research, public and private sector organisations worldwide.

About the opportunity

You will work closely with the Associate Director, Global Engagement, as well as internal and external stakeholders to drive global engagement activities across a specific region and countries. These activities will execute the University’s international strategy and the more focused plans-on-a-page to achieve specific strategic goals and objectives. You will support the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement) to develop and implement UWA’s Internationalisation strategy, as well as the College of Schools in their internationalisation agenda.

About you 

You will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of consultation and negotiation skills. You will also have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence in public speaking and the ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Extensive management experience at an appropriate level
• Comprehensive understanding of the International Education Sector including key issues, policies and opportunities
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to effectively plan and implement multiple projects
• Ability to lead and manage, demonstrate initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to contribute to long term planning and strategic direction at an influential level
• Ability to develop and manage key relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to navigate complex organisations and procedures to achieve beneficial outcomes for stakeholders  

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position Description - Global Engagement Manager (Regional).pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 27 January 2023

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact David Connell at [email protected]

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for child 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:09 Jan 2023 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:27 Jan 2023 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time