Overview:

RMIT is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Education Partnerships & Engagement. The position supports the university’s engagement and partnership efforts with Vietnamese higher education institutions (HEIs), academic networks, industry associations and community bodies.

WHY JOIN RMIT VIETNAM?

At RMIT Vietnam, international exposure meets real-world impact through strong industry and government collaboration. Working at RMIT means building a meaningful career while creating impact in a high-performing environment.

Further insight into our mission, impact and global connections is available in the RMIT Vietnam Profile.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration VND package for candidates.
• 13th month Tet bonus
• Private Health insurance for you and your family, plus Personal Accident Insurance
• Generous annual leave, sick leave, volunteer leave and public holidays (Christmas and Tet Holidays)
• Professional development and career advancement
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Coordinator, Partnerships and Engagement focuses on building and maintaining relationships, supporting coordination of partnership activities, and organising strategic engagement events that enhance collaboration opportunities and contribute to meaningful institutional and sector impact.  

This role emphasises both strategic and operational coordination, combining daytoday stakeholder engagement with a forwardlooking approach that strengthens collaboration pathways. It contributes to the development of impactful partnership initiatives by connecting external partners with relevant academic and professional units across RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Melbourne, ensuring activities are aligned with broader educational priorities and deliver tangible value. It contributes to the development of collaboration pathways by connecting external partners with relevant academic and professional units across RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Melbourne

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Relationship Development with Higher Education and Civic Partners. Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with Vietnamese and regional higher education institutions, academic networks, industry associations and community organisations. Support the mapping of potential partners and maintain accurate records of engagement activities.
• Exploration of Funding Opportunities. Identify and share information about potential funding opportunities from government programs, academic networks, industry bodies or development agencies. Support the preparation of documentation or coordination efforts that contribute to internal readiness for potential future funding pursuits.
• Stakeholder Communications & Information Management. Prepare high quality briefing notes, reports, proposals and communication materials that support engagement and partnership activities. Maintain accurate and up-to-date partner information, event documentation and monthly engagement reports.
• Cross Functional Collaboration. Work collaboratively with RMIT Vietnam Schools/Colleges, Research & Innovation, Executive Education, English programs and RMIT Melbourne teams to support aligned and well coordinated engagement activities.
• Support Partnership Initiatives and Coordination. Assist with the coordination of partnership-related activities, including preparing meeting materials, documenting discussions, following up on agreed actions, and facilitating connections between external partners and appropriate RMIT units.
• Event Planning & Coordination. Coordinate and deliver the logistical and operational aspects of strategic engagement events such as academic workshops, conferences, research showcases and policy dialogues. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure events are well planned, professionally executed and aligned with RMIT’s standards.
• Support for Collaboration Activation. Provide administrative and coordination support for early-stage collaboration activities, including research discussions, exploratory meetings and pilot engagements. Track progress and ensure timely communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Values, Compliance & Operational Integrity. Uphold RMIT values and ensure all activities comply with university processes, Vietnamese regulatory requirements and relevant safety standards.
• Other duties commensurate with the scope of the role

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience: At least 4 years of experience in stakeholder engagement and event coordination, or similar roles, preferably within higher education or external engagement contexts.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse external partners and executive members of universities.
• Event and Administrative Coordination: Strong logistical planning and organisational skills, with experience coordinating meetings, workshops or events.
• Communication & Documentation: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and accurate briefs, reports and supporting documents.
• Analytical & Research Support: Ability to gather, organise and interpret information about potential partners, collaboration areas or funding opportunities.
• Language Requirement: Fluent in Vietnamese, with strong proficiency in English to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, RMIT Values and RMIT Leadership Model.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.

Please note that we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

All academic appointments at RMIT Vietnam must meet University and local regulatory requirements, including English proficiency, background checks, and (for international candidates) eligibility for a work permit.

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (General) with a score of at least 6.5 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).

Further guidance will be provided during the recruitment process.

RMIT UNIVERSITY COMMITMENT

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

• Please ensure that your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.
• RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.
• For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

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RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us