Manager, Communications & Student Exchange at NSW Government School Performance North

Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

142665.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

International Education, Communications, Program Management, Compliance, Public Education, Brand Guidelines, Style Guides, Accessibility, Privacy, Copyright, Aboriginal Education Policy, Partnership Agreement, Alumni Engagement, High-Quality Briefs, Submissions, Correspondence

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. Ongoing Full-Time employment Located in Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements, requiring two days of in-office attendance per week Salary ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading About the role The Manager, Communications and Student Exchange sits within DE International in the Student Support and Specialist Programs directorate. The role leads DE International’s communications , regulates the Secondary Student Exchange Program in NSW, coordinates departmental international relations, and supports the department’s compliance with Australia’s Foreign Relations Scheme. Lead DE International’s communications, including web, social media, events, campaigns and publications Regulate the Secondary Student Exchange Program and advise schools and committees Coordinate international delegations and strengthen engagement with global partners Manage compliance with Australia’s Foreign Arrangements Scheme and provide expert advice Direct alumni engagement through the International Student Ambassador Program Prepare high-quality briefs, submissions and correspondence for the Minister and senior executives For further information please click here to view the role description About you Experience in international education or communications Knowledge of brand guidelines, style guides, accessibility, privacy and copyright requirements Program management experience Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people. Essential requirements of the role Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment Valid NSW driver licence Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education. Benefits Flexible working arrangements 35 hour working week Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth How to apply Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and respond to the following targeted questions. 1.Describe how you have managed and supported a team to deliver multiple projects while continuing to meet ongoing team tasks and responsibilities, including how you ensured the projects were delivered on time and to a high standard. 2. Describe a time where you have been responsible for regulating/managing compliance with legislation, policies, procedures or guidelines. What measures did you put in place to support compliance, and how did you manage non-compliance? Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities. Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application. All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check. As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid. Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. Closing date Monday 22nd December 2025 at 11:59pm. For role enquiries please contact Milton Wan at Milton.Wan@det.nsw.edu.au We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion. A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

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Responsibilities

The Manager, Communications and Student Exchange leads DE International’s communications and regulates the Secondary Student Exchange Program in NSW. The role also coordinates international relations and manages compliance with Australia’s Foreign Relations Scheme.