Regional Manager (Asia)

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This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $68,101 to $113,509.

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

Working for the Global Engagement Team

The Global Engagement Team supports the university community in the development and delivery of impactful international partnerships and opportunities to advance international strategic objectives for the benefit of students, faculty and staff. The University of Alberta has earned the reputation of being one of the best universities in Canada based on our teaching, research and service, with an international reputation for excellence across health and life sciences, social sciences, agriculture, business and law, engineering, natural sciences, arts, and the humanities. We are home to more than 44,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs with over 13,000 faculty and staff. Our innovative and dynamic environment offers boundless opportunities for engaging work within diverse and multidisciplinary teams. A high level of collaboration within the university allows you to build professional networks with meaningful relationships, and cultivate new skill sets through our well-established learning and development programs. Our greatest asset is people who make up the U of A community. We are proud that our campuses, buildings, labs, and research stations are primarily located on the traditional territory of Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, and Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe nations as part of Treaties 6, 7, and 8 and homeland, of the Métis. An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team of professionals as a Regional Manager (Asia).

Position

Reporting to the Director, Global Engagement (GE), the Regional Manager (Asia) will develop and implement regional strategies, work plans, and initiatives that support the international goals of the University of Alberta in Asia, in alignment with the University’s strategic plans and priorities. These include developing relations with key international institutional partners and organizations, identifying international revenue generation opportunities, facilitating international student recruitment through partnerships, finding international opportunities to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and building the international profile and reputation of the University of Alberta.

Duties

• Facilitates the development of an institutional international regional strategy that advances UAlberta’s strategic objectives. 
• Informed by an in-depth knowledge of the region, and local, Canadian, and global context, offers data-driven, senior professional level expertise to advise UAlberta administrative and academic leaders on a) the development of partnerships and opportunities that advance strategic objectives; b) regional demand for new/existing UAlberta programs; and c) issues, trends, and key factors in the region, impacting student recruitment, security,  revenue generation, potential partnerships, research funding sources, global profile building and brand awareness, and partnerships for the promotion of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  Proposes programs and strategies to address these contexts.
• Proactively, and collaboratively with other UAlberta stakeholders, develops, manages, and stewards  institutional relationships and partnerships in the region, and works with partners to define collaborative plans in support of institutional strategic objectives, including growth in revenue generation, student recruitment, research funding, and partnerships for sustainability.
• Leads and manages the development and implementation of institutional level international events, missions and visits, related to the region, including communicating with senior administration and college/faculty representatives about mission/visit objectives, preparing itineraries and briefing materials, booking travel arrangements, and completing follow-up activities.
• Identifies, assesses and reviews all new potential partnerships with international institutions and agencies for the region.
• Researches regional issues related to higher education and monitors the political, economic and security activities of the region as they may affect University of Alberta interests and/or objectives.
• Provides advice and assistance to colleges, faculties, and administrative units within the University that seek funding support for activities in the region.
• Negotiates international agreements with partners, in collaboration with UAlberta stakeholders and the International Agreements team within the Global Engagement unit.
• Provides timely and accurate reporting on global engagement activities within the region, contributes regional perspective to Global Engagement reporting documents, and produces briefing notes, speaking notes, and other region-specific communications for campus stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have post-secondary education (Master’s degree preferred) supplemented with a minimum of 5 years of relevant international experience, particularly with regard to international relations, and preferably in a post-secondary education context.
• The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and demonstrate an advanced ability to work in cross-cultural settings, particularly as relevant to the region. A history of strong research, analytical and writing skills is required.
• In addition to English, fluency in a second language of the region is required. Experience living, studying and/or working in Asia is preferred.
• The successful candidate must also have demonstrated experience in the coordination of international business travel and ability to handle complex logistical planning.
• The ability to manage time well, meet multiple deadlines, and prioritize projects is essential in this position.
• International travel will be required.