International Student Recruitment Director

• Drive Global Strategy - Lead bold data-informed initiatives that amplify international presence and embed global ambitions across the University.
• Inspire Growth & Connection - Partner across units and networks to deliver sustainable recruitment success and connect diverse learners worldwide with Tasmanias transformative education.
• Lead with Insight & Excellence - Harness market intelligence analytical expertise and strong relationships to ensure student-focused seamless recruitment and admissions processes

About the Opportunity

As a senior leader within our Recruitment Engagement and Marketing portfolio youll shape a bold data-informed strategy that amplifies our international presence strengthens recruitment performance and ensures our global ambitions are embedded across the University.

Partnering with Academic Units Marketing Student Services and international networks youll lead a dynamic team to deliver sustainable growth and connect diverse learners worldwide with Tasmanias distinctive and transformative education experience.

With your market insight analytical expertise and exceptional relationship-building skills youll navigate the fast-evolving international sector to expand our reach and inspire the next generation of global learners. Youll strengthen institutional support for international recruitment by building strong stakeholder relationships improving communication and engagement aligning efforts across the university and ensuring recruitment and admissions processes are efficient student-focused and seamlessly integrated.

This is more than a leadership role; its your opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the future of international education. A truly unique opportunity to step into a role of global impact where leadership meets vision and strategy drives transformation.

About the University

The University of Tasmania is a mission-driven institution dedicated to making a difference for Lutruwita/Tasmania and a distinctive contribution from Tasmania to the world. As the sole university on the island the University is deeply embedded in the social economic and environmental fabric of Tasmania working in close partnership with communities industry and government to address key challenges in education health productivity and climate action. The University takes pride in its place-based identity leveraging Tasmanias unique geography culture and resources to offer world-leading research and education.

Whats Required

The Director is accountable for ensuring international student recruitment is a strategically aligned data-informed contributor to the Universitys mission enabling sustainable growth and deep institutional engagement. You will bring to the role a high level of technical expertise and sector knowledge to lead a complex international recruitment function as well as:

• Extensive understanding in international market development including market planning channel management market diversification and global mobility trends.
• Strong analytical capability to oversee data-informed strategy using CRM systems dashboards and analytics insights to assess market opportunities forecast performance and optimise conversion.
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams with experience in workforce planning capability development and building collaborative cross-functional working relationships across academic and professional areas.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and navigate complex regulatory frameworks across domestic and international markets with knowledge of ESOS TPS agent management standards and other key international education compliance requirements considered highly advantageous.
• Financial and commercial acumen including experience managing budgets evaluating ROI and prioritising strategic investments to ensure sustainable and diversified recruitment outcomes.

Whats on Offer

As we look toward 2050 we remains committed to fostering excellence collaboration and transformative education preparing graduates to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing world. While remaining true to our Tasmanian roots this career defining role will see you significantly contribute to our dedication to making a difference for Tasmania and to the return for your experience youll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including:

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing
• Generous relocation assistance if considering a move to Tasmania

How to Apply

If this role is of interest we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide your up-to-date resume and:

• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role
• Address the selection criteria by outlining how your skills and experience align to role specific skills knowledge and experience in the Position Description

• Applications close 11th January 2026
• Interviews with shortlisted candidates are scheduled for January 2026
• For further information about this position please contact:

Position Description - Director International

To be eligible for this position you are required to have Australian citizenship permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace employment history and police background checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.