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Head of International Partnerships and Development Apply locations Darlington Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id 0119906Full time, fixed term till 8 August 2025
Lead on the business development for education Partnerships and sponsored student strategy to support international student recruitment
Competitive remuneration package plus 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Head of International Partnerships and Development is a key leadership role responsible for developing and implementing the international partnership strategy. The role leads a team focused on recruitment partnerships, including educational partnership development (specifically for articulations), and sponsored student engagement and team management.
In addition to the international partnership strategy the role is responsible for coordinating and delivering the development and implementation of a business development and sponsored student strategy to support student recruitment. The role will also lead on the implementation of reporting frameworks for educational Partnerships and sponsorships students and the partner management related to these areas.
Working closely across teams and within the university, the role will develop high-value partnerships that deliver recruitment, TNE, mobility and revenue outcomes. The Head will be responsible for risk management, evaluation and quality assurance of partnerships throughout the partner lifecycle.
About you
postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or extensive experience leading a team in a large, complex fast-paced organisation developing and implementing international student recruitment partnership plans
extensive experience in the negotiation and implementation of successful business development and educational partnerships
substantial professional experience in the development and execution of compliant agreements with sponsors and partners
experience in leading, motivating and managing a diverse team of staff including managing staff performance with an ability to problem solve and develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives within a team
highly effective interpersonal skills and multi-cultural awareness, and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
excellent organisation skills and high-level planning with good written and oral communications skills including public speaking skills.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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