PRIMARY DETAIL
Annual base salary from $111,643 (HEW Level 7), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.
Full time, continuing
Supportive, collaborative team with a hybrid working environment based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
We are seeking an experienced Global Programs Coordinator who will provide high quality support to the Graduate Research Academy within Macquarie University. You will be a pivotal role in development and management of strategic international research training partnerships by coordinating legal agreements, supporting programs and overall recruitment process. Other key accountabilities of this role include:
Development of institutional Graduate Research agreements and MoUs by liaising with relevant internal and external stakeholders, obtaining relevant supporting documentation, and coordinating approvals by designated authorities
Coordinate cotutelle/ joint PhD proposals, ensuring the information provided by the prospective supervisor(s) is complete and the required department/faculty endorsement has been received, and determine the availability and allocation of relevant scholarship funding
Provide high level advice on the development of cotutelle and joint PhD proposals and agreements to staff, relevant stakeholders at partner universities, and current and prospective candidates
Monitor the status of institutional agreements, identifying those approaching expiry and supporting renewal processes (as required) in consultation with the Strategic Programs Manager
Provide regular updates to the Admissions/Lifecycle Coordinator, Scholarship Program Manager, and other relevant staff on the status of cotutelle and joint PhD agreements, and advise of any changes to expected commencement dates
Process variations to cotutelle and joint PhD agreements, ensuring expected on-campus and off-campus dates for candidates are accurately recorded in university systems and changes have been negotiated and communicated with partner institution
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
Why work at Macquarie
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.
Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
17% Superannuation
Subsidised onsite parking options
Flexible working options
Training and professional development
Onsite childcare facilities
Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
Onsite vacation care
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centr
Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics
To Apply
Please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that addresses how you meet the selection criteria and qualifications (maximum 2 pages).
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and negotiate positive outcomes to complex issues, and fluency in a language additional to English
Role Specific Requirements
Specific Role Enquiries: Agnieszka Baginska, Strategic Programs Manager - Graduate Research, agnieszka.baginska@mq.edu.au
Closing Date: Tuesday, 19th August 2025, 11:59pm AEST
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
19/08/2025 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.
