Strategic Officer

• $88,973 to $95,993 pa (HEW 6)
• Ongoing, Full time, Joondalup Campus
• Open to candidates with relevant work rights

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$88,973 TO $95,993 PA (HEW 6) PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION 
FULL TIME, ONGOING ROLE

Overview
The International Portfolio is responsible for leading the University’s international growth, engagement and the establishment of new international education and commercial enterprises.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the International Office team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive person to join our newly formed Global Business Development and Governance Team. Reporting to the Manager, Global Business Development and Governance, the position of Strategic Officer will work closely with teams across the portfolio coordinating operational processes, project plans and elements of onshore and offshore activities including new global business development opportunities and contract process management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake research and analysis of issues and trends to inform decision making and contribute to the development of operational and project plans;
• Coordinate and report on assigned projects and activities to provide advice on the progress against plans, goals and expectations;
• Draft reports, business cases and briefing notes to provide insights and enable informed decision-making aligned with ECU’s strategic priorities;
• Preparation of agreements, contract management plans, tenders and documents as required and/or directed; 
• Supporting Quality Assurance through the development, implementation and documentation of quality processes and activities as required and/or directed;
• Support onshore and offshore events as assigned.

Key Criteria

The successful applicant will have:

• Tertiary qualification with relevant experience or an equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation.
• Demonstrated experience in providing high-level administrative services and support services in a large organisation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to provide good customer service to achieve quality outcomes for internal and external customers. 
• Good analytical skills and the ability to make recommendations based on your findings. 
• Ability to organise and present information, views and concepts in a concise, understandable and interesting format for a variety of audiences.

Previous experience in the Higher Education sector, and/or project management, whilst not essential, will be well regarded.

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

Benefits & Remuneration
This full-time, ongoing position attracts a remuneration of $88,973 to $95,993 p.a. including 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Marija Petrovska (Manager, Global Business Development and Governance) at [email protected] or (08) 6304 2435 for more information.

How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Capabilities in the Position Description.  

Closing Date:
Applications close on Monday, 19th February 2024 at 11:30pm AWST.

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

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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