OVERVIEW The Manager, Transnational Education role at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) focuses on supporting and enhancing the delivery of offshore academic programs within a diverse and globally engaged university. Positioned within UTS International and reporting to the Manager, Offshore Growth, this role plays a central part in operational management, partner engagement, and quality assurance across the transnational education portfolio. The position is based at UTS’s Broadway campus in Sydney and operates within a complex international higher education environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Coordinate the delivery of offshore programs, ensuring effective day-to-day management and timely issue resolution across partner institutions – Support the review and continuous improvement of offshore programs by identifying risks and opportunities for operational enhancement – Build and maintain effective working relationships with offshore partners, agents, faculties, and internal stakeholders – Work collaboratively with faculties and central units to support program delivery, student transition to UTS, and student progression outcomes – Ensure offshore program activities align with UTS policies, quality standards, and relevant regulatory frameworks REQUIREMENTS – Experience in international education or a related field, including involvement with offshore or transnational education programs – Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills in an international or cross-cultural context – Demonstrated ability to coordinate programs or projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders – Solid organisational and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail – Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in higher education, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge – Ability to communicate effectively across cultures and work productively with diverse teams WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Transnational education plays a significant role in extending the reach and impact of universities while providing students with access to high-quality education in diverse locations. This role supports the integrity and sustainability of offshore programs by ensuring they meet academic, regulatory, and partnership expectations. Effective management in this area helps maintain institutional reputation, supports student success, and strengthens long-term international partnerships. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate your experience with offshore, transnational, or international education programs, using specific examples of your operational or coordination responsibilities. – When addressing regulatory knowledge, focus on how you have applied compliance frameworks in practice or how you have developed expertise in complex policy environments. – Highlight examples of stakeholder engagement that show your ability to build trust and manage relationships across cultures, institutions, or organisational units. – Provide evidence of your organisational skills by describing how you have managed competing priorities, resolved issues, or supported continuous improvement initiatives. – If you have led or supported teams, outline your approach to setting priorities, monitoring performance, and fostering a positive working culture. – Tailor your cover letter and selection criteria responses closely to the role description, using clear and concise language aligned with the stated responsibilities and requirements.