International Relations Officer (Melbourne)

We currently have an exciting chance for an International Relations Officer to join our dynamic Global Relations team at Swinburne University. The team works across Swinburne to ensure the effective integration of the University’s global programs and international relations.

As the International Relations Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the operational and administrative functions for Swinburne’s international relations activities. This position supports the Global Relations Manager with the hosting of inbound and outbound delegations to and from the University, including the coordination of itineraries and programs.

In support of the day-to-day operations of the Global Relations team, you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to advance Swinburne’s global programs, while contributing to its reputation.

**About You** To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

- Demonstrated experience in office administration preferably in an education environment, including experience in interpreting and implementing organisational policies and procedures.
- High-level organisational and time management skills including the ability to plan and organise own work, coordinate a number of projects simultaneously, and meet tight timelines and quality standards.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to professionally draft presentations, correspondence, and internal briefing papers.
- Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, oral communication and public relations skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of internal and external clients at all levels.
- Experience working in international education in Australia and broad knowledge of the Australian educational systems and frameworks is preferred.

**Qualifications**
- Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or completion of an associate diploma and substantial subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

**About Swinburne University of Technology** Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university
- one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

**To Apply** Please submit your **CV and cover letter**addressing your suitability for this position.

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**Applications Close: Wednesday, 19 February 2025 at 5pm.**

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion** Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

**Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.**
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