Manager, International Development

The Institute of Continuing& TESOL Education

The Institute of Continuing & TESOL Education (ICTE-UQ) is a highly recognised and acknowledged provider of TESOL, Continuing Education and International Development projects and programs both in international and national contexts. ICTE-UQ activity includes the delivery of a wide range of English pathway programs, teacher training and international continuing education programs to more than 6500 international students, teachers, professionals, business personnel and visitors from over 105 countries annually. The Institute’s international development activity is extensive with delivery of more than 500 projects and programs in 80 developing countries throughout the Pacific, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent, and Africa. The Institute is involved in online training delivery and offshore training provision across the Institute's extensive network of government, institutional and corporate partners. Project, course and program delivery is also supported by the provision of test administration, including the IELTS test, and extensive client and student support services.

The Institute is one of three divisions reporting directly to the UQ Deputy Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement) and works in close collaboration with the UQ International Marketing, Recruitment & Admissions (IMR) and UQ Global Engagement (GE) divisions in contributing to the fulfillment of the University's globalization, internationalisation and continuing education objectives in learning, discovery and engagement.

Information about the Institute may be accessed on the Institute's website at http://www.icte.uq.edu.au

The role

This is a pivotal leadership position with the responsibility of leading the International Development team to achieve strategy development, implementation and operational planning and management for the unit. As a member of the management team, the Manager, International Development will successfully manage and grow International Development’s business in targeted sectors and nominated markets to contribute to the University of Queensland’s position as a globally engaged university.

The person

Applicants should have completed a bachelor's degree plus postgraduate qualifications in Development Practice; Public Policy; International Relations; Government or other relevant Development related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and training with at least five years management experience in a relevant field. Wide ranging experience in project management, financial management and business management concepts and issues with the aptitude to manage issues at a senior management level. The successful applicant should have the ability to lead, manage and communicate and work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion. 

Applications are particularly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. For further information please contact our Australian Indigenous Employment Coordinator at: atsi_recruitment@uq.edu.au   

Applications are also encouraged from women. 

This role is a full-time position; however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for three years at HEW level 9. The remuneration package will be in the range of $108,810 - $115,144 plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range of $127,307 - $134,718).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Ms Dallas Dowsett, Deputy Director (International Development) on + 61 7 3346 6781 or email dallas.dowsett@uq.edu.au.

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

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You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. 

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