About StudyAdelaide

StudyAdelaide is a public corporation formed in 1998 to promote Adelaide as a destination for international students. We grow awareness and preference for Adelaide, support international students to feel welcomed and valued, and work with education providers, government and industry partners to strengthen South Australia's international education sector.

About the role

As Engagement and Partnerships Manager, you will lead StudyAdelaide's membership engagement and strengthen relationships across education, industry, government, employer and community partners. With one direct report, the role focuses on growing member value, supporting international student employability and using insights to shape practical programs and partnerships that support Adelaide's reputation as a student-focused and industry-connected study destination.

You will be responsible for:

- Managing membership engagement, including onboarding, communications, events and other touchpoints across membership tiers.

- Building strong relationships with members, employers, industry bodies and partners to identify opportunities for collaboration, student connection and program development.

- Leading employability and industry engagement initiatives, including Job Shop, networking events, volunteering, regional exposure and other activities that connect students with employers and industry.

- Using data, feedback and stakeholder insights to report outcomes, demonstrate member value and recommend continuous improvements.

- Managing, mentoring and supporting direct reports, while contributing to capability building and a positive team culture across the engagement and partnerships team.

- Managing budgets, preparing reports and briefings, and contributing strategic advice on industry trends, opportunities and risks.





This is a full time role offered on a three year contract. Salary will be negotiated and aligned to skills and experience.

About you

You are a confident relationship builder who can work across multiple stakeholder groups and turn insight into practical action. You bring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities, support direct reports, identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to a positive, accountable team culture.

Your skills include:

- Experience in stakeholder relationship management, member engagement or business development.

- Understanding of employability, workforce development, graduate outcomes or work-integrated learning would be highly regarded.

- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with members, employers, partners and colleagues.

- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data, feedback and stakeholder insights into practical improvements and explicit reporting.

- Experience managing budgets, projects, suppliers or contracts.

What we offer

- Flexible working arrangements located in the Adelaide CBD

- Friendly, supportive and collaborative team

- Employee Assistance Program and Paid Parental Leave

- Annual flu vaccination

How to apply

Please submit a one page cover letter and your CV of no more than three pages through SEEK.

Applications close on 3 September 2026. The position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified, or the advertising period may be extended beyond this date.

The successful applicant must have Australian working rights and complete a Working with Children Check as part of the appointment process.

For more information or a copy of the position description, please contact Lisa Howlett at [email protected]

📌 Engagement and Partnerships Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 StudyAdelaide
📍 Adelaide