Professional (Administrative) positions | Swinburne University, Sarawak, Malaysia

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FUTURE STUDENTS

Job name	Closing Date	Action
Job name	Executive, Digital Marketing The University desires to expand the use of digital marketing for the primary purpose of student recruitment through search, content, social media and all other digital platforms to increase lead generation and management with an ultimate aim of conversion through enrolment. The University aims to maintain a very high profile in its target markets through advertising the Swinburne brand to grow awareness, preference and recommendation. This position will lead the performance marketing and website management needs of the University. It is anticipated that Swinburne Sarawak will expand rapidly and that the responsibilities and scope of the position will grow accordingly. This position is responsible for all digital marketing activities for the University with a key focus on digital lead generation and management, website management and the customer relationship management platform (CRM). This includes to: Provide a ‘whole of university’ approach to developing a digital marketing strategy; Employ “growth-hacking” marketing strategies to increase return-on-marketing-investment; Explore new and innovative ways of increasing quality leads for the Student Recruitment team; and Manage and analyse data in the CRM to make decisions about lead generation campaigns. The position works closely with academic and administrative staff at Swinburne Sarawak and liaises with staff at other Swinburne campuses to ensure consistency in corporate style and efficient use of resources.	27 April 2025	More details How to apply
Executive, Student Recruitment [fixed-term contract] – based in West Malaysia The position supports the Future Students (FS) needs of the University. It is anticipated that Swinburne Sarawak will expand rapidly and that the responsibilities and scope of the position will grow accordingly. The position is responsible for marketing the University and its products and services in Malaysia or international markets. This involves contributing to: Plan and execute marketing and student recruitment plans to increase international enrolment into the University; Develop and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders including agents and school officials in West Malaysia to attract prospects from the region to study in Swinburne Sarawak; Provide advice to students on courses and other matters related to studying at Swinburne Sarawak; Process student applications efficiently and effectively; and Execute marketing activities in collaboration with academics. The position works closely with Academic and Professional staff at Swinburne Sarawak and liaises with staff at other Swinburne campuses to ensure consistency in corporate style and efficient use of resources.	27 April 2025	More details How to apply

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Job name	Closing Date	Action
Director, Information Technology (IT) [fixed-term contract] This position is a strategic leadership position responsible for providing direction, leadership and management of the University’s IT operations, strategy, governance, and digital transformation at the Sarawak Campus. The role is critical in ensuring a secure, efficient, scalable and innovative IT environment that supports the University’s academic, research and administrative functions. This includes responsibility for IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, client support services and educational technology (the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning, encompassing tools, platforms, and strategies that facilitate innovative instructional methods and promote student engagement), while delivering high standards of user experience and business continuity. The Director will oversee the development and implementation of IT strategic plans and frameworks aligned with the University’s goals and the broader digital direction of Swinburne. This includes participation in major projects, digital capability uplift, ICT governance, and compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and legal obligations. The Director will lead the Information Technology Unit, ensuring effective planning and delivery of IT services, building capabilities within the team, and fostering strategic partnerships across internal and external stakeholders. The role also plays a vital part in leading and mentoring the IT team, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and managing relationships with key stakeholders, including Swinburne Melbourne, vendors, regulators, academic staff, students and University leadership. As the immediate supervisor of the Manager, Information Technology, the Director will ensure robust ICT operations while driving forward innovation, automation and improved service delivery for students and staff. The Director will also work closely with Swinburne Melbourne’s Chief Information Officer and relevant groups to ensure systems alignment and collaboration between campuses. Through membership of critical University committees and by less formal processes as appropriate, the Director will work closely with other senior management members in Swinburne Melbourne. As a senior member of the University, the Director is also expected to contribute to the effective running of the University more broadly by active involvement in other activities and participation in relevant committees, including the Executive Group.	4 May 2025	More details How to apply

SCHOOL OF RESEARCH

Job name	Closing Date	Action
Administrative Executive, Grants and Contracts [fixed-term contract] The responsibilities of this position include general administration of internal and external research grants. The administrative duties include the communication and provision of grant related information to researchers, and the handling of all grant administration processes. This includes but is not limited to, processing of claims, management and entry of data, maintenance of filing systems as well as some analytical tasks. The position is expected to help the School of Research implement and improve new processes and guidelines related to research grants. In undertaking these responsibilities, the position is expected to exhibit a highly professional approach in working closely and collaboratively with management and staff members at both the Sarawak and Melbourne campuses as well as with parties (private and government) external to the University.	27 April 2025	More details How to apply

How to apply

The “Application Process” section in our website indicates the steps you need to follow. Please download the respective Position Description document from our website for your reference. For the Director position, your application must include a separate document addressing each applicable element of the Key Selection Criteria as specified in the Position Description.

All applications must be submitted https://hrrs.swinburne.edu.my/form by 27 April 2025 (Sunday) unless indicated differently as above and on our Careers webpage.

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