Executive Assistant to the Director, Global Student Recruitment
Full-time,Continuing position
SalaryHEWLevel6($97,647 - $105,698) +17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at theMelbourne CBDcampus,and hybrid ways of working
About You
As the Executive Assistant, you willprovidehigh-quality, executive-level administrative and operational support to the Director, Global Student Recruitment (GSR) and, asrequired, to members of the GSR Leadership Team.
The role carries responsibility for a range of administrative and coordination activities that support the effective operation of the Global Student Recruitment team.You’llmanage diaries,assistwith event planning, process financial transactions, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Your ability toprioritise, adapt, and work collaboratively will ensure the successful delivery of projects and team priorities.
In this role you will beexpected to build andmaintainprofessional relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including external agencies, partners, agents, and colleagues across the University, ensuring a high standard of professionalism, discretion, and service deliveryat all times
The Global Student Recruitment team builds connections between RMIT and future students inAustralia andinternationally. It engages directly with prospective students, as well as with schools, partner institutions, sponsors, and global education agents. Supports students through the admissions journey from application and offerthrough toenrolment. Delivers Exchange and Study Abroad programs to strengthen student mobility and global learning opportunities
To be successful in this position,you’llhave
Demonstrated experience in providing high-level executive and administrative support to a senior executive or equivalent in a university environment or similar large and complexorganisationincluding diary and travel management, correspondence, management, document development, informationmanagementand high-level stakeholder liaison
Demonstrated ability to work effectively,flexiblyand collaboratively with colleagues within and beyond the immediate work unit
Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and proven ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and systems consistently, provide advice and to drive creative solutions through to implementation within the immediate work area
Proven ability to work independently, use initiative andprioritisetasks and meet deadlines in a demanding environment with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality assurance.
Demonstratedorganisation, interpersonal,oraland written communicationskillsand the proven ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of management,staffand external parties on complex,sensitiveand confidential issues
Analytical and problem-solving skills and the demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative and creative solutions
Demonstrated high-level computer skills using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, a variety of booking and reconciliations systems,internetand email with the focus on accuracy and attention to detail
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About thePortfolio
The Engagement Portfolio provides integrated, strategic leadership across the University to advance RMIT’s reputation, reach, and revenue, encompassing a range of functions, including domestic and international student recruitment; global marketing and intelligence; strategic communications; advancement function that includes donor relations, philanthropic advancement; and industry engagement and partnerships.
To Apply
Pleasesubmityour CVand coveringletteraddressingyour suitabilityforthis position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contactEmily Kayevia emailemily.kaye@rmit.edu.au
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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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