International Strategy Analyst

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Support decision making, deliver insights and help shape the future of international education.

ECU International Business Operations (IBO), a part of the International Office, is looking for a data storyteller and future thinker to join us as an International Strategy Analyst.

In line with the construction of ECU City in the heart of Perth CBD, ECU aims to be a sector leader in international education. Our team is responsible for building and maintaining international partnerships and contributing to maximising ECU's international revenue and growth.

About You

You are naturally inquisitive, a data storyteller, and enjoy working with data and information to uncover patterns, trends and insights to answer the bigger picture questions.

You’re someone who can turn numbers and broad-based, ambiguous questions and challenges into narratives that help teams make better strategic decisions. Think, how will market trends shape our customer and business partner expectations, how will AI augment international recruitment, conversion and business operations, and how governance, economic and social challenges should be adapted and adopted for improved performance. Your role will be to digest and analyse information that expresses these opportunities.

You’re a confident and adaptable person who enjoys working in a multicultural, global, and multi-disciplinary team.

You will bring:
Exceptional business and strategic report writing skills.
Experience working independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives or solve problems.
Ability to contribute to multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic and evolving environment, delivering high-quality work within defined timeframes.
Demonstrated intermediate proficiency of MS Excel , with exposure or willingness to learn other data tools such as PowerBI and Tableau.
Demonstrated experience in analysing complex datasets to generate insights that inform decision making and drive strategic outcomes.
An understanding of, or interested in international education, global markets, or public sector strategy is desirable.

The Role

While you may be passionate about information and data analysis, to succeed in this role, you will need to be a critical thinker and strong communicator - able to produce reporting, research and insights which have a demonstrable impact on improving the university’s international revenue, growth and performance objectives.

Primary functions of this position are to:
Deliver high-quality quantitative and qualitative analyses using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar.
Support high-impact projects aligned to ECU’s international growth strategy, including new market scoping, risk analysis, and operational improvements.
Contribute to strategic briefs, reporting and presentations for senior leadership to support international recruitment, market expansion and revenue objectives.
Maintain effective agent management and governance processes, via coordination and maintenance of various frameworks and procedures.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.

Why join International Business Operations?

As ECU expands its international presence and prepares for a bold new era with the opening of ECU City, you’ll be part of a future-focused team that values collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a role where your work has tangible impact on the University's international success.

Benefits & Remuneration

This full time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $92,087 to $99,353 plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program, and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to call Isabelle Lange on i.lange@ecu.edu.au for more information.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume along with a 3-page maximum cover letter outlining why you believe you would be a great match for this role, with specific reference to the “About you” section of this advert, and the 6 attributes listed. Further information about the role can also be found in the . Please note applicants without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Tuesday, 17th June 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.

PLEASE NOTE: BECAUSE THIS IS AN ONGOING POSITION, APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE EITHER PERMANENT RESIDENCY OR AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.