POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Senior International Relations Officer

Organisation Unit: Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Type of Employment: Full-Time, Continuing
Classification: HEW Level 6


BACKGROUND

Organisational Environment
The Federal Governments 2012 Excellence in Research for Australia exercise confirmed The
University of Queensland as one of the nations top three universities, measured by the quality of its
comprehensive range of specialised research fields. ERA reported that research at UQ is well above
world standard in more specialised fields than at any other Australian university: this reflects UQs
leading global role in many areas of discovery. UQs outstanding critical mass offers researchers
significant interdisciplinary capability.

UQ integrates its research strengths with excellent teaching and learning and has won more national
teaching awards than any other Australian university. International university rankings highlight UQs
excellence: Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Jiao Tong), Times Higher Education,
QS and National Taiwan University Ranking all rank UQ in the top 100. UQ is one of Australias
Group of Eight, and a founding member of Universitas 21, an international consortium of leading
research-intensive universities.

UQs 45,500-strong student community includes more than 10,000 postgraduate scholars and more
than 11,000 international students from 162 countries. The University has more than 7,000 academic
and professional staff and a $1.6 billion annual operating budget. Its major campuses are at St Lucia,
Ipswich, Gatton and Herston, in addition to teaching and research sites around Queensland and
Brisbane city. The University has six faculties and eight institutes. The institutes funded by
government and industry grants, philanthropy and commercialisation activities have built scale and
focus in research areas that UQ regards as strategically important.

Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

The Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences is a strong faculty that has a coherent focus on health
and well-being underpinned by a clear integrative theme related to preventative health and behaviour
change. Furthermore, the Faculty provides the opportunity for the non-medical health sciences to
have a stronger voice and greater visibility within the University.

The Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences comprises the following organisational units:

School of Dentistry
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
School of Human Movement Studies
School of Nursing and Midwifery
School of Pharmacy
School of Psychology
School of Social Work and Human Services
Centre for Youth Substance Abuse Research
National Research Centre for Environmental Toxicology
Information for Prospective Staff
Information can be found at https://www.uq.edu.au/uqjobs.


DUTY STATEMENT

Primary Purposes of Position

To coordinate administrative operations for the Facultys international marketing activities, in
countries and regions designated by the Facultys Manager, International Development. The role will
facilitate the development of new international engagement opportunities for the Faculty and Schools.
International and Domestic travel will be required for this role.

Duties

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

International Recruitment and Marketing
Contribute to the facilitation of the Facultys international marketing activities across all programs
offered within the Faculty. Activities would include attending and organising Faculty
representation and participation where appropriate at international and local student recruitment
exhibitions and related activities as directed.
In consultation with the Faculty Marketing team, identify marketing needs and assist with the
development of appropriate marketing materials for staff representing the Faculty and the
University at international marketing events including brochures, publications and powerpoint
presentations.
Develop/maintain/improve the website for advice given to international prospective and enrolled
students.
Meet with international visitors to the Faculty to provide advice on Faculty programs.
Liaise and collaborate with other Faculties within the University as required in the area of
international development and marketing.

International Development
In consultation with the Manager, International Development, work with the schools to initiate,
develop and manage international partnerships/alliances to further the interests of the Faculty.
Develop and maintain on-going relationships with recruitment agents, and students and staff of
the Facultys off-shore partners.
Continually investigate and provide recommendations to the Manager on improving relevant
International promotional materials and practices to ensure that the Faculty remains current with
the international market demands.
Identify international opportunities for the Faculty and present to Manager for consideration
Coordinate and follow up on Faculty international interests both in Australia and overseas.
Organise briefing sessions for UQ International to update organisational knowledge of the
Facultys programs.
Provide training and briefing sessions for staff within the Faculty and Schools as required.

Other
Comply with the Universitys Code of Conduct (see the Universitys web site at
http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/?page=24987).
Comply with requirements of Queensland occupational health and safety (OH&S) legislation
and related OH&S responsibilities and procedures developed by the University or School.
(see the Universitys web site at http://www.uq.edu.au/ohs/index.html?page=133956).
Adopt sustainable practices in all work activities and comply with associated legislation and
related sustainability responsibilities and procedures developed by the University (see the
Universitys web site at http://www.uq.edu.au/sustainability/responsibilities).

Reporting Relationships
The Senior International Relations Officer reports to the Manager, International Development

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications
Essential
An undergraduate degree in a relevant area with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent
combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Experience
Essential
Experience in a tertiary education institution or other large organisation within a senior
administrative role.
Substantial experience in the use of computer packages for word-processing, data storage and
retrieval, e-mail, spreadsheets and other administrative activities.
Experience of University student computer systems e.g. SI-net and Business Objects, or the
ability to rapidly gain such knowledge.

Desirable
Experience within international development.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Knowledge of legislation relating to international students such as the Education Services for
Overseas Students Act, Department of Immigration and Border Protection requirements, etc. or
the ability to rapidly gain such knowledge.
A sound understanding of issues relating to the export of Australian education.

Personal Qualities
Essential
Demonstrated ability to understand and promote the Facultys programs to a wide range of
audiences, including international students, parents, international agencies, agents and alumni.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with academic
and administrative areas within the University and external agencies.
Demonstrated effective communication experience with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
with sensitivity and awareness of cultural differences.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative

The University of Queensland is an equal opportunity employer.

Smoking is prohibited in all University buildings.