Extension Support Facilitator at Theological Education by Extension College (TEE College)

JOB PURPOSE
TEE College is looking to appoint an extension support facilitator who will report to the College’s Head of Programmes. 

As a member of the College’s academic team, this role is critical to fulfil the College’s educational ethos and philosophy of delivering excellent theological education by extension through facilitating the support of students by: engaging, amongst others, church training authorities and group leaders, designing and developing support tools and managing support resources. This person performs a core function in the academic team in leading the support of students and their learning experience, including at-risk students.

CRITERIA FOR THE POSITION INCLUDE

Education and experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor degree, in theology, or similar ministry educational qualification.
• An Honours degree or equivalent would be an advantage.
• 3 years’ experience in church ministry, or community development.
• Experience in adult learning, preferably including facilitating workshops, communication or learning activities, ideally in a distance-mode education context.
• Experience in information management would be an advantage.

Knowledge, skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge of Biblical and theological subject matter and the ecumenical context with a working knowledge of adult education learning principles and curriculum design.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, coupled with excellent written, communication and facilitation skills to support adults across diverse communities and cultures in small and large group settings achieve their education goals.
• Ability to navigate a variety of technologies – ‘tech savvy’ and curiosity about technology enabled support.
• An empathetic and friendly disposition who works well in a work in a team and who has a passion for Christian ministry and social justice.
• To embrace the Christian ethos of the College and its partner churches.