Lead, Transnational Education Development, China
Job No.: 693365
Location: Clayton Campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $145,062 - $153,976 pa HEW Level 09 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The Lead, Transnational Education Development, China plays a pivotal role in advancing Monash University’s global engagement strategy by driving the growth and sustainability of transnational education (TNE) partnerships with Chinese institutions. Leading a small, high-performing team, this role supports the Director, China Engagement in identifying and developing new pathways while strengthening existing programs that facilitate student mobility to Monash campuses in Australia and Malaysia.
This position will be responsible for leading and coordinating cross-university efforts to design, develop and deliver TNE programs that meet student enrolment targets. It will contribute to strategic planning and execute initiatives that expand and optimise partnerships with Chinese institutions. Working closely with UMAC, Monash Faculties, Monash College and international campuses, the role ensures alignment with broader recruitment objectives. It will cultivate and manage key stakeholder relationships, including agents, government bodies and partner universities, while overseeing research, market insights and forecasting to inform decision-making. The role also drives opportunity identification, partnership negotiation, program implementation and team performance, ensuring outcomes are delivered effectively and in line with university priorities.
To be successful in this role you will have a strong track record in developing and managing strategic partnerships, ideally within higher education, and delivering measurable commercial outcomes. You bring demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement across institutions, government and agent networks, alongside excellent organisational and operational management capabilities. You will have an analytical mindset that enables you to translate data into actionable insights, as well as strong communication and negotiation skills allowing you to influence diverse audiences. Experience leading high-performing teams, deep knowledge of the China education landscape, and proficiency in Chinese will be highly regarded.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
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To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter of up to two pages that addresses the key selection criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Janet Zhuang, Director, China Engagement, +61 3 9903 2627 janet.zhuang@monash.edu
Position Description: Lead, Transnational Education Development, China
Applications Close: Tuesday 19 May 2026, 11:55pm AEST
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