Director - International Business, DE International Education (Organisation site)
Policy, External Relations & International; Policy, Performance, International and Intergovernmental
Do you have an in-depth knowledge of international education in Australia? Do you have skills in international student recruitment, business and marketing? Are you passionate about building Queensland's economy through the promotion of Queensland as a destination of choice for international students?
As the Director DEi International Business, you will play a pivotal role in developing business plans to generate new business opportunities, sustaining and managing existing international client and agent relationships including regular review of these relationships.
The Department of Education International (DEi) sits within the Policy, External Relations and International (PERI) branch of the Department of Education. DEi contributes to the social and economic prosperity of Queensland by delivering internationally-recognised products and services, working with key partners and community and supporting global learning and engagement in our schools.
As the Director, International Business, you will have responsibility for the following:
Lead and manage the international recruitment and marketing portfolio in a dynamic environment, enhancing the EQI brand globally and driving increased numbers of international admissions to meet specific revenue targets. Lead a team of recruitment and marketing specialists focused on: increasing DEi's market share with regard to inbound and offshore education services promoting and increasing awareness of DEi's capability in delivering education services inbound and offshore generating new business opportunities through linkages and networks with domestic and international agencies, institutions, Government and non-Government organisations sustaining and managing existing international client and agent relationships including regular review of these relationships managing and training agents to DEi Quality Assurance Standards Develop and implement business plans for each key market segment to ensure that EQI achieves its commercial targets as identified within DEI's business plans. Provide leadership and demonstrated practice in coordinating the development, implementation and distribution of market research activities and outcomes. Provide expert high-level advice to the Minister, Director-General, Deputy Director-General, Assistant Director-General, Executive Director and senior managers within DEi on issues of significance relating to the branch's commercial activities. About You: Successful candidates will:
Have an in-depth knowledge of international education in Australia. Experience in business, international business and marketing would be an advantage. Display exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with diverse stakeholders. Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Possess high-level of integrity. Interested? To Apply: A resume including contact details for 3 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor). A maximum two-page summary addressing the key capabilities under the how you will be assessed section of the role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
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