About the Role
As Director, Global Future Students, you will provide high-level leadership in developing and executing Curtin's international student recruitment and global mobility strategies. You will be responsible for overseeing recruitment activities across diverse international markets, ensuring the development of effective marketing strategies, refining admissions processes, and managing key partnerships with recruitment agents and external organisations.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership: Provide input to the DVCG Portfolio and lead the development and implementation of Curtin's international student recruitment and mobility strategies. Monitor and report on progress against international student growth and diversification KPIs.
* One Curtin Global Marketing & Recruitment: Lead the success of Curtin's unified global marketing, recruitment, admissions, and mobility strategies, including the development and monitoring of related policies, procedures, and best practices.
* International Student Growth: Ensure alignment with Curtin's strategic goals by driving international student recruitment efforts across all global markets. Oversee the development and management of business relationships with agents, recruiters, sponsors, and mobility partners.
* University Strategy & Global Positioning: Support DVCG in the development and review of Curtin's Global Positioning Strategy, ensuring alignment with broader university strategic planning processes.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with academic faculties, University committees, and the Global Governance and Compliance Team to address international issues affecting recruitment, admissions, and mobility. Contribute to discussions on revenue forecasts and strategic global expansion.
* Compliance & Legal Leadership: Ensure that Curtin's international student recruitment operations meet all relevant legislative requirements, including those of ESOS, SSVF, and TPS. Collaborate with the Global Governance and Compliance Team to maintain the highest standards in student visa processing and compliance.
* Staff Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor teams across international recruitment, admissions, and global mobility. Provide strategic guidance and foster a positive, high-performance culture through regular staff engagement, professional development, and performance reviews.
* Financial & Resource Management: Engage in strategic budget forecasting, financial planning, and staffing, in close collaboration with Finance and PAC functional areas. Negotiate competitive agreements with partners and suppliers to support recruitment and mobility activities within budget.
* Representation & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Curtin University and the Global portfolio at national and international forums, conferences, and industry events, while building and maintaining strategic networks to support global student recruitment and mobility goals.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring a wealth of experience in international education, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of the global higher education landscape. You will be a strategic, innovative thinker with the ability to drive operational excellence and foster collaboration across teams and with external partners. Your expertise in managing large, complex recruitment operations and your ability to deliver results will be critical to your success
Key Selection Criteria
* Qualifications & Experience: A postgraduate qualification (or equivalent) with extensive experience in international education management or a related field. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
* Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams at a senior level, both within a large university and externally. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results.
* Sector Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the international education sector in Australia, including legislative requirements, global trends, and competitive dynamics. Familiarity with international student recruitment and admissions processes is essential.
* Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: High-level analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex challenges and achieve recruitment and operational goals.
* Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders at all levels. Cross-cultural sensitivity and experience working in international contexts are highly valued.
* Financial & Resource Management: Significant experience managing large-scale budgets, resources, and contracts in a complex, dynamic environment. Ability to forecast and manage recruitment-related financial planning.
* Global Mobility & Compliance: Strong understanding of global mobility programs and student visa regulations. Experience in managing compliance with the ESOS framework and other international education requirements.