Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer: Department of Practical Theology and Mission Studies – Faculty of Theology and Religion needed at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Applications are invited for a position in Practical Theology (with duties also in the Centre for Faith and Community), at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level, with a particular focus on Development:

• Teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, focusing on:
• Youth Ministry and Youth Development
• Faith Development and Community Development
• Community Engagement by churches and FBOs
• Conducting research in and with communities
• Performing academic administration and management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

Lecturer:

• At least a Master’s degree in Practical Theology or in a closely-related discipline
• 1 publication in an accredited journal
• Community engagement in a field related to the above, would be a recommendation
• Some academic administration experience

Senior Lecturer:

• A Doctoral degree in Practical Theology or in a closely-related discipline
• At least 3 years tertiary teaching experience or related professional experience
• At least 3 publications in accredited journals 
• Conference papers presented
• Community engagement in a field related to the above, would be a strong recommendation 
• Academic administration experience
• Participation in departmental committees; possible faculty committee participation

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Candidates should:

• Be affiliated with or ordained in a church from the broadly Reformed or communicant traditions of Christianity
• Exhibit ecumenical openness
• Have substantive ministry experience
• Offer technological proficiency
• Have demonstrable research experience
• Exhibit good communication skills