Lecturer Specialising in Pastoral Theology and Praxis / Pastoral Care and Cunselling (Contract appointment: 2 Years): Department Practical and Missional Theology at University of the Free State

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Present undergraduate and postgraduate modules in pastoral theology and praxis, which include the pastoral theological practices: pastoral care and counselling and/or therapy in a diverse cultural and African context.
• Actively conduct research within the broader framework of pastoral theology and praxis and its interdisciplinary potential.
• Synthesise knowledge through the publication of scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and DHET-accredited journals.
• Communicate research findings at scientific conferences.
• Source funding for research from international and national funding organisations.
• Participate actively in the professional community.
• Supervise postgraduate students at master’s and PhD levels.
• Participate actively in leadership and administration at Departmental and Faculty level.
• Participate in various scholarly engagement opportunities at learning and teaching, research, community engagement, and/or in-service learning levels.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Practical Theology with specialisation in Pastoral Care and Counselling, evident from the PhD research project, or a PhD in a similar Theology/Religion degree or in Psychology with specialisation in Pastoral Care and Counselling or a related discipline

or

• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Practical Theology or Psychology with specialisation in Pastoral Care and Counselling or related discipline. 
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Provide evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

• Postgraduate training and specialisation in Practical Theology or Psychology with a focus on Pastoral Care  and Counselling.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have completed an undergraduate theology degree or a BA General degree with both psychology and theology modules.
• A record of undergraduate theological training.
• Registration at the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a general counsellor, which implies the ability to supervise counselling students during internships (This suggests a completed honours degree in Psychology)(attach proof).
• Preference will be given to a Counsel for Pastoral and Spiritual Counselling (CPSC) registration, no lower than Designation Level 4: Religious specialist (Affiliate with the Association of Christian Religious Practitioners (ACRP)) (attach proof).
• Active participation in local practical, pastoral and/or diaconal academic societies.
• Preference will be given to at least one (1) year of teaching experience in a higher education environment, on both an undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• The ability to teach with digital skills and competence.
• Practical experience in individual counselling and community work in a faith-based environment or with communities in need.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in nationally accredited journals.