Associate Director (South Asia & Middle East)

at  University of Southern Queensland

• Total remuneration range $156,435 to $173,403 pa
• Full-time continuing appointment
• Toowoomba, Springfield or Ipswich campus
  Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.
  UniSQ International is responsible for the design and delivery of the UniSQ International strategy encompassing international relations, international student recruitment, academic pathways, research and research training collaborations, transnational collaborations and strategic partnerships, in collaboration with UniSQ faculties and key portfolios.

WHO YOU ARE

Are you ready to make a significant impact on international student recruitment and contribute to the global footprint of one of Australias leading regional universities? UniSQ is seeking a dynamic and strategic-minded Associate Director to spearhead our marketing and recruitment efforts in the vibrant regions of South Asia and the Middle East.

WHAT YOULL DO

As the Associate Director (South Asia & Middle East), you will play a pivotal role in crafting, implementing, and overseeing diverse marketing and recruitment strategies aimed at expanding our international student pipeline. Your leadership will be instrumental in achieving our student load and diversification targets across established markets and burgeoning regions. By fostering strong relationships and harnessing in-depth knowledge of South Asia and the Middle East, you will elevate UniSQs brand presence, thereby paving robust enrolment pathways and catalysing growth across all campuses and faculties.

As the Associate Director (South Asia and Middle East) your key responsibilities in this role will encompass:

• Crafting strategic international recruitment plans and overseeing their implementation to meet student load and diversity targets.
• Monitoring recruitment progress during critical admissions cycles, identifying issues, and implementing solutions.
• Managing key recruitment channels effectively, ensuring positive relationships with partners.
• Designing and executing audience-centered international marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Activating the international agency network for optimised outcomes.
• Providing expert advice and thought leadership to inform strategic decisions.
• Leading a culturally diverse team, fostering a positive and cohesive workplace.
• Managing operations, budget, compliance, and performance effectively.

Dont miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of international student recruitment and contribute to UniSQ’s global impact. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please refer to the position description.

IF YOU KNOW THAT THIS ROLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CURRENT RESUME TOGETHER WITH A TWO-PAGE (MAXIMUM) STATEMENT, OUTLINING YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE RELATIVE TO ‘WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR’ IN THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.

Your in-depth knowledge and experience in the South Asia and Middle East regions and the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders will be key to your success in this role. You will also have:

• Post-graduate qualifications in marketing, business, or relevant fields.
• Extensive experience in international marketing and recruitment, preferably within higher education.
• Expert knowledge of South Asian and Middle Eastern higher education markets.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage challenges and drive cultural change