International Manager

Management - Universities (Education & Training)Government (Government & Defence) Full time Competitive salary + 5 weeks leave + 6.75% super Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand's pre-eminent University, with a turnover of $1.6bn, including research revenue of over $300m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. With over 6,000 staff and 46,000 students, the University of Auckland is one of New Zealand's most significant and complex entities.This is a 12 month fixed-term opportunity. We are seeking a new International Manager to join our International Office. As a regional expert, you will be responsible for developing and implementing recruitment plans to grow effective recruitment channels, student applications and enrolments in key markets including the Middle East and South Asia. You will also support transnational education and student mobility as required.Whilst we remain firmly committed to our regional community, we are determined to deliver against ambitious international strategic priorities, the major objective of this exciting opportunity.You will play a critical role, contributing to the development of strategic and operational plans, managing agents and key partners to support international student recruitment targets and raising brand awareness. You will build key relationships with education agencies, identifying opportunities that will aid with the growth and diversification of the international student population at the University of Auckland while meeting University targets, and maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions and trends. You will join a high performing global International Recruitment team that contributes to the University's International Strategy and its objectives at an exciting time as we implement our re-engagement strategy.For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description linked on our website.Under the leadership of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Engagement) the International Office supports the development, maintenance and strengthening of key international relationships that will enhance and enable our ability to perform as a globally competitive University.The University of Auckland's international objectives are to actively engage in international partnerships and activities which:Position the University of Auckland as a leading research university.Support international recruitment and mobility targets being achieved.Enable participation in innovative and collaborative projects.Identify international opportunities to support our international growth agenda including diversification, TNE and sustainability.Benchmark against international standards and support the internationalisation of staff and students. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record in international student recruitment, business development, and stakeholder engagement, consistently achieving agreed-upon outcomes. Strong experience in data analysis and reporting is essential, as the role will require extensive reporting on market trends and student recruitment data. As an experienced professional in international education with excellent problem-solving skills, you bring a results-driven, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to your work. You should have a background in international student recruitment within a tertiary education context, with experience in achieving targets, collaborate with academic staff to promote study programs, or a strong understanding of the international student market. Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with key external stakeholders including agents, government and sponsorship bodies, institutional partners, and other organisations. You will represent the University internationally with professionalism. Proactivity, energy, and efficiency are essential, along with the ability to inspire confidence and respect when working effectively with diverse groups of and cultures. This is a challenging and exciting role, rewarding in the tangible nature of your achievements in the position. Your efforts will directly contribute to the continued success of the University, in particular in meeting targets for the recruitment of international students, many of whom you can look forward to fostering ongoing relationships.You should be prepared for some weekend and evening work and possibly overseas travel. You will have a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership.We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class educational institution located in one of the world's most liveable cities. We foster an environment that enables your natural abilities and rewards your hard work. Our commitment is to provide a supportive working environment with benefits that include:Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme.A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave and the option to buy and sell additional leave.Flexible employment practices, including working from home and adaptive working hours.A leading and inclusive parental leave policy.In addition, we offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, on site childcare options, leisure and recreation facilities, and a number of other discounted products and services. Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of Tuesday 12th November to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email Education & Training More than 10,000 employees Where your work, your purpose and your life can thriveWe are a fully comprehensive public university, conducting teaching and research across eight faculties and two large-scale research institutes. Our defining characteristics relate to our place: partnerships established by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, our recognition of Maori as tangata whenua, the importance of making a distinctive contribution to the Pacific and its communities, and our commitments to academic freedom, sustainability, social equity and access to education.Where your work, your purpose and your life can thriveWe are a fully comprehensive public university, conducting teaching and research across eight faculties and two large-scale research institutes. Our defining characteristics relate to our place: partnerships established by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, our recognition of Maori as tangata whenua, the importance of making a distinctive contribution to the Pacific and its communities, and our commitments to academic freedom, sustainability, social equity and access to education. To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice.
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