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About the opportunity
The International Development and Sponsorships Manager is a senior leadership role within Sydney Future Students' International team, responsible for driving the growth and success of the University's international sponsorship portfolio. Leading a small team, you will develop and strengthen relationships with government agencies, scholarship bodies, sponsors and international partners to increase sponsored student enrolments and support the University's internationalisation strategy.
Working at a strategic level, you will oversee sponsorship programs, including Australia Awards and other sponsored student cohorts, while acting as the University's key relationship manager for sponsors and government stakeholders. You will work closely with embassies, consulates, scholarship agencies and DFAT to identify new opportunities, strengthen existing partnerships and ensure the University remains a preferred education partner for sponsored students globally.
While your team manages the day-to-day administration and support of sponsored students, your focus will be on partnership development, business growth, stakeholder engagement and delivering long-term strategic outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced international education professional to influence institutional growth, represent the University on a global stage and build meaningful partnerships that create life-changing educational opportunities.
Key responsibilities
About you
Join a globally recognised institution and play a pivotal role in strengthening international partnerships, growing sponsored student opportunities and enhancing the University's global impact.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kristy Fairweather, Recruitment Operations, by email to kristy.fairweather@sydney.edu.au
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