INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OPERATIONS
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$119,069 to $134,108 pa PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
ONGOING, FULL-TIME

Edith Cowan University
Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

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Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

About the Centre
The International Office drives ECU’s internationalisation agenda and global partnerships. Within this portfolio, the International Business Operations (IBO) team leads international recruitment strategy, manages key commercial relationships, and drives sustainable growth in student enrolments.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a results-oriented individual with a strong track record in building and managing international partnerships. The ideal candidate will bring commercial acumen, excellent communication skills and a solution-focused mindset, with the ability to influence outcomes through creative and strategic thinking.

Reporting to the Manager, International Operations and working closely with stakeholders across ECU, your responsibilities will include:

• International Market Strategy – Develop and implement a yearly regional plan to guide ECU’s activities and investment priorities in your markets, aligned to enrolment and revenue growth.
• Conversion Optimisation – Design and implement efficient pipeline and conversion strategies to drive results across the funnel.
• Education Agent Performance Management – Maintain a high-performing and risk-managed agent network through annual performance reviews and network optimisation.
• Growth Enablement – Leverage ECU’s digital tools and platforms to enhance business partner engagement and results.
• Team Leadership – Manage and mentor a regional in-market team, ensuring ECU maintains a competitive position and strong partner support in your designated markets.

This is a key role within ECU’s global recruitment strategy and offers the opportunity to shape the future of international growth in a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A proven record of achieving sales targets and building strong partner relationships, ideally within international higher education.
• Strong understanding of global education markets, trends, and competitor positioning.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
• Commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to analyse data and drive decision-making.
• A passion for international education, with a collaborative and proactive approach.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dasha Kondrashova, Manager International Operations on (08) 6304 5437 or [email protected] for more information.

Application Process
In addition to your CV, please upload a statement (no more than two pages) outlining your suitability for the role by addressing the above dot points

Advert Closure
Applications close Monday, 18th August at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

Diversity

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.