Manager - International Admissions

Posting Date: 17 Feb 2026

Type of Position: Continuing

Location: 

Melbourne, VIC, AU Sydney, NSW, AU

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• International Directorate
• CQUniversity Melbourne or Sydney (Relocation support available)
• Higher Education Worker Level 8
• Total Remuneration $135,403 to $150,810 pa (including salary of $114,418 to $127,437 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for international education? Do you excel at building high-performing teams and delivering outstanding student experiences? CQUniversity Australia is seeking a Manager - International Admissions to lead our dynamic team and drive excellence across all international student admissions processes.

You will report to the Deputy Director, International Operations, overseeing admissions across a diverse portfolio of courses, including Higher Degree Research, Coursework degrees, study abroad, VET, and ELICOS. In this role, you will ensure operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with university and government regulations, while continuously improving systems and workflows to support our international recruitment goals.

At CQUniversity, you will join a collaborative, diverse environment where your contributions directly support student success. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of international admissions, advance your leadership career, and build strong professional networks across the University and the higher education sector.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Extensive knowledge and experience in university international admissions practices and processes, including compliance with relevant policies, legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislative frameworks such as TEQSA, ASQA, the ESOS Act, National Code and Student Visa regulations, and the ability to interpret and apply these in the context of international student applications
• Detailed knowledge of business support software and large corporate information systems, with the ability to leverage technology to improve admissions processes and reporting.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday, 09 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6971

Contact Details:

Meenu Issar

(07) 3295 1197

m.issar@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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