Jobs and Careers

• Provide high level relationship management to internal and external stakeholders
• Support the lifecycle of mutually beneficial partnerships
• 2 x Full Time, Ongoing roles, based in Hobart (preferable) Launceston or Burnie

About the opportunity

The University of Tasmania is dedicated to expanding the number and diversity of domestic and international partnerships and learning abroad opportunities, developing mutually beneficial partnerships that support our teaching and research mission.

The International Partnerships Officer in the International Partnerships & Learning Abroad team identifies and coordinates partnerships that are strategically aligned with the university's profile. The role acts as a dedicated relationship manager for specific partnership areas, including articulation, pathway and transnational education partnerships.

The International Partnerships Officer works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the partnership lifecycle including due diligence, contracting, program delivery, and governance. The role develops and maintains operational and administrative processes, administers cyclic reviews of partnerships, and supports the suite of partnerships tools, including our Stakeholder Management System.

What you’ll do:

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including international student recruitment, admissions, marketing, and academic units, acting as the main point of contact for information and guidance on partnership procedure, policies and regulations.
• Support the lifecycle of partnerships including desktop due diligence, contracting, program delivery, cyclic reviews, and governance
• Development and maintenance of operational and administrative processes and procedures for partnerships administration.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and University policies

­What we’re looking for:

•  A University degree, or a combination of pre-tertiary education and direct relevant work experience, with understanding of higher education standards and frameworks.
• High level verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to develop, recommend, implement, and review policies and procedures.
• Have attention to detail and a good work ethic with well-developed project management and planning skills
• Ability to lead and manage projects from development to implementation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently and capacity to use sound judgement to adapt to changing priories to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, public relations, and presentations skills in a cross-cultural context

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Kamal Shahril, Manager, International Partnerships, on Kamal.Shahril@utas.edu.au or 0362267581.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 502441 - International Partnerships Officer.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 22 March 2026, 11.55pm

 The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

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

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.