INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MANAGER

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY

STAFF VACANCIES

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post:

INTERNATIONAL & ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE

POST 1: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY 

Reporting to the Executive Director as well as working in a team environment, the International Relations Manager is responsible for a broad range of activities in support of the international strategy and relationship development to advance internationalization at Midlands State University. The ideal candidate should be well versed and passionate about managing international students, international academic and research collaborations & partnerships portfolio. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, International Business, Political Science, Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, Information Systems, Computer Sciences or related field.
• A Master’s Degree in International Relations, International Business, Political Science, Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, Information Systems, Computer Sciences or related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in academia/administration in Higher and Tertiary Education or equivalent industry. 

Professional skills and personal attributes

• Ability to liaise with the international community, embassies and develop business marketing strategies accordingly.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong grasp of the concept and agenda of internationalisation of higher and tertiary institutions or industry equivalent.
• Ability to work with an internationally diverse student and staff population and demonstrate cultural sensitivity at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing strategies to enhance the university’s global presence and reputation.
• Engage with the Faculties to contribute to the development of new or existing international programming, strategies and partnerships.
• Recruiting international students.
• Coordinating all the admission, registration and immigration processes of international students (in collaboration with admissions office).
• Coordinate international student exchange and study abroad programmes.
• Support inbound and outbound mobility for students, academic staff, and researchers.
• Ensure compliance with visa, immigration, and institutional requirements
• Assist with cultural integration and student welfare issues.
• Organising international student experience and welfare activities, such as tourism activities, cultural and linguistic immersion activities, trips, welcome and farewell ceremonies, independence celebrations, carnivals, cultural exhibitions.
• Evaluating the development and implementation of MOUs, MOAs, collaborations and partnerships with international stakeholders.  
• Collaborating with academic departments to promote international exchange programs and initiatives.
• Serving as a liaison between the university and international organizations, embassies, and educational institutions.
• Monitoring international student trends and implementing strategies to attract and retain a diverse international student body.
• Providing guidance and support to international students on academic, cultural, and social matters.
•  Ensure institutional activities align with national and international education regulations.
• Support risk management for international partnerships and travel.
• Perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the Executive

Director.

NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer.  In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to the Deputy Registrar – Human Resource.

The application pack should be sent as a single merged pdf file to email address: academicrecruitment@staff.msu.ac.zw. The subject line should be labelled with the post being applied for.

Closing date for applications is 10 April 2026. Note that only short-listed candidates will be communicated to.

NB: Candidates who hold international qualifications are required to provide a ZIMCHE qualifications assessment report.