Partnership Specialist, Agreements & Visits

Uniglobalcareers; Wollongong City Council; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wollongong invites applications for a Partnership Specialist, Agreements & Visits within the Global Partnerships team on Wollongong campus. The role manages international partnership agreements, coordinates delegations and visits, and supports compliance with UOW's global strategy.

Working with faculties, Legal Services and senior leadership, you will develop partnership processes, prepare executive briefings, and maintain accurate partnership data to strengthen the university’s

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex partnerships, MOUs or similar agreements.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level visits, events or delegations.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience engaging senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organising skills with accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and administer international partnership agreements and MOUs.
• Coordinate inbound international delegations and visits for stakeholders.
• Maintain partnership management processes for compliance and operations.
• Prepare executive briefings, reports and partnership documentation.
• Oversee reporting requirements and maintain accurate partnership data.
• Collaborate with faculties, Legal Services, leadership and partners.

Skills

Partnership management

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Executive communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree qualification

Job description

Australia — International Student Market

822K inbound students (2024) +10%

1. China 168K

2. India 128K

3. Nepal 57K

4. Vietnam 33K

5. Malaysia 26K

3 international branch campuses in Australia

This employer operates 3 active branch campuses in 3 countries (since 2026)

OVERVIEW The Partnership Specialist, Agreements & Visits role at the University of Wollongong (UOW) supports the university’s international engagement and global partnership activities. Based within the Global Partnerships team, this position focuses on managing international partnership agreements, coordinating international delegations and visits, and supporting compliance and operational processes tied to UOW’s global strategy. The role works closely with faculties, Legal Services, senior university leadership, government relations teams, and international partners. This is a continuing full-time position located at the Wollongong campus in Australia. The role sits within the Strategic Partnerships and Mobility function and contributes directly to the university’s international strategy and global reputation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the development, execution and ongoing administration of international partnership agreements and associated legal documentation.
• Coordinate inbound international delegations and visits to ensure a professional and impactful experience for stakeholders and visitors.
• Develop and maintain partnership management processes that support compliance and operational excellence.
• Prepare executive briefings, reports and partnership documentation for senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Oversee foreign arrangements reporting requirements and maintain accurate institutional records and partnership data.
• Work collaboratively with faculties, Legal Services, the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Government and Community Relations, and international partners.
• Support the University’s Strategic Partnerships and Mobility function through relationship management, project coordination and operational leadership.

Requirements

• Degree qualification or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex partnerships, agreements, MOUs or similar contractual arrangements.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level visits, events, delegations or stakeholder engagement activities.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience engaging senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to analyse information and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Visa sponsorship is not available. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International partnerships are central to how universities expand research collaboration, student mobility opportunities, institutional visibility and global engagement. This role helps ensure that partnership agreements, stakeholder relationships and international visits are managed professionally and in alignment with institutional strategy and compliance requirements. The position also supports cross-cultural engagement and international relationship building, both of which are important to maintaining a university’s global reputation and long‑term strategic partnerships.

Bonus: Application advice

• Tailor your cover letter to the selection criteria and provide specific examples of partnership management, stakeholder engagement and coordination experience.
• Highlight experience working with agreements, MOUs, legal documentation or compliance‑related processes in higher education, government or international settings.
• Demonstrate your ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Include examples of preparing executive briefings, reports or communications for senior stakeholders.
• Emphasise cross‑cultural communication skills and experience coordinating international visitors, delegations or events.
• Review the position description carefully and align your CV with the operational, relationship management and organisational aspects of the role.