Head of Programmes at Theological Education by Extension College (TEE College)

JOB PURPOSE
TEE College is looking to appoint a head of programmes for the College’s theological educational offerings who will report to the Principal / CEO.

A crucial member of a small, professional team responsible for steering the College to successfully achieve its goals while supporting students to embrace the ethos of Christian formation, the Head of Programmes will lead and manage the development and delivery of the College’s programme offerings, within the requirements of higher education generally and extension education specifically.

CRITERIA FOR THE POSITION INCLUDE

Education and experience:

• Masters degree in theology and trained in adult educational theory and principles.
• 10 years’ experience in theological education of which 5 years in leadership and management role.
• Church ministry and / or Christian faith-based community development experience.
• Experience in adult distance-mode educational theory and practice in a multi-cultural, ecumenical context.
• Experience with Christian church institutions, Christian faith based organisations and ministry in multi-cultural and differing socio-economic contexts.

Knowledge, skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing private higher education institutions, together with educational process, curriculum design and assessment processes and technologies.
• Organisational knowledge, business acumen and understanding especially relevant for a purpose and values-driven NPC.
• Excellent project management and team leadership skills, strong orientation to collaboration and cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Results oriented, displaying professional drive and purpose to realise the College’s academic strategy.
• A resourceful advocate of Christian theological education by extension and the College
• To embrace the Christian ethos of the College and its partner Christian churches.