International Senior Specialist

Auckland University of Technology (AUT); Auckland; Híbrido; NZD 110.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) seeks an experienced International Senior Specialist to lead faculty internationalisation strategies, strengthen partnerships and enhance the international student experience. Based on AUT's city campus, this permanent, full-time role partners with senior academic leaders to deliver global growth.

You will use data and market insights to drive recruitment and mobility initiatives, coordinate across the International Office and faculties, and champion

Formación

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• Significant strategic management or business partnering experience in higher education.
• Experience developing and maintaining strategic partnerships.
• Knowledge of international recruitment and Transnational Education (TNE).
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and deliver faculty internationalisation plans aligned with AUT's priorities.
• Build trusted partnerships with faculty leadership and key stakeholders.
• Identify and grow international partnerships and Transnational Education opportunities.
• Support international student recruitment, marketing and enrolment initiatives.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the international student experience, retention and success.
• Champion student mobility opportunities, including exchanges and COIL.
• Use data and market insights to inform strategic decisions and measure success.

Conocimientos

Strategic partnership

Stakeholder engagement

Intercultural communication

Policy & governance understanding

Analytical capability

Educación

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

• Shape AUT’s globalstrategy and international growth.
• Partner with senior leaders to deliver international outcomes.
• Grow partnerships and enhance the international student experience.
• Permanent, full time role based on AUT's city campus.

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded inknowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role TeTiriti plays in how weoperate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economicsituationsand accessibility needs.

The International Office plays a pivotal role in developing and strengthening the AUT's global presence, fostering international partnerships, Transnational Education (TNE), and ensuring the achievement of international student recruitment and engagementobjectives.

We're looking for an experienced International Senior Specialistto join our International Office. This is a unique opportunity to partner with senior academic leaders to deliver faculty-level internationalisation strategies that enhance student recruitment, global partnerships, transnational education, studentmobilityand the international student experience.

Reporting to the Director International, you will be the strategic connector between the International Office and the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences . Working closely with the Dean, Deputy and Associate Deans, Heads of School and senior leaders, you'll provide trusted advice, identify opportunities for growth, and coordinate initiatives that strengthen AUT's international presence.

These are highly collaborative roles requiring strong relationship management and the ability to influence across a complex, matrix environment.

To be successful in these roles you will:

• Develop and deliver faculty internationalisation plans aligned with AUT's strategic priorities.
• Build trusted partnerships with faculty leadership and key stakeholders across the University.
• Identify and grow international partnership and Transnational Education (TNE) opportunities.
• Support international student recruitment, marketing, conversion and enrolment initiatives.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the international student experience, retention and success.
• Champion student mobility opportunities, including exchange, study tours and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL).
• Use data and market insights to inform strategic decisions and measure success.
• Represent the International Office across faculty committees, projects and working groups.

As a professional staff member at AUT,you’llhelp our university thrive by improving services,supporting students andstaffand driving practical improvements across our campuses.We’relooking for people withenergy, curiosity and openness tonew ideaswho bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for TeTiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Significant experience in a strategic management or business partnering role, ideally within a university or international education environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining strategic partnerships.
• Knowledge of international student recruitment, international partnerships and/or Transnational Education (TNE).
• Outstanding communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across diverse cultural and professional environments. A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT's Te Aronui Journey.

• Start Date:To be agreed with the successful candidates
• Salary Ranges |NgāUtu:$110,000 - $120,000 - commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidates.

Job Reference |TohutoroMahi:96225

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