• International | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25hrs per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

International at UniSC plays a pivotal role in expanding the University’s global presence, fostering cultural diversity, and strengthening international partnerships and pathways. Working across recruitment, admissions, compliance and global engagement, the team is committed to delivering an outstanding international student experience while supporting UniSC’s strategic growth ambitions.

As International Business Development Coordinator, you will contribute to the development and delivery of targeted international recruitment strategies across allocated markets, with primary responsibility for the onshore market. You will build and maintain strong relationships with education agents and stakeholders, provide market intelligence and performance insights, and support initiatives that drive student recruitment growth, conversion outcomes and return on investment. Representing UniSC both onshore and occasionally offshore, you will play a key role in promoting the University’s brand and strengthening its global reputation.

You will

• contribute to the development and implementation of international student recruitment strategies and market engagement activities;
• build and maintain strong relationships with education agents, partners and prospective students to support recruitment and conversion outcomes;
• provide market intelligence, reporting and performance insights to inform strategic decision-making and growth opportunities; and
• represent UniSC at recruitment events and activities while upholding brand integrity and delivering exceptional stakeholder engagement.

About you

You are a relationship-focused and culturally capable professional with experience in international education, student recruitment or business development. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, building meaningful stakeholder connections, and using market insights to drive successful outcomes. With strong communication skills and a proactive approach, you can manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality service and achieving targets.

You will possess:

• Completion of a relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Demonstrated knowledge of international student recruitment, admissions processes and/or international education pathways;
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret market trends and performance data;
• Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and cross-cultural communication skills;
• Proven ability to manage priorities, work independently and achieve targets in a dynamic environment; and
• The ability to represent UniSC professionally while building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: 494560_International Business Development Coordinator.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 21 June 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Sam Poulton
Associate Director, International (Business Development)
Telephone: +61 475 083 401
Email: spoulton@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.