University Chaplain at Mount Kenya University

Job Description

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Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. The university has adopted several international best practices in its core functions, which has enabled its students and faculty win awards, thus stamping its authority as a centre of excellence. At its main campus in Thika town in the outskirts of Kenya’s capital Nairobi, the university is transforming a hitherto industrial town into an educational hub. At the same time, it is widening access to higher education for the larger East African Community through a well-structured network of campuses

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Possess an earned PhD. Preferably in Bible & Theology, Divinity or other related area from a recognized University. Must have three years senior administrative experience in an Evangelical church or 3 years’ experience at Grade 11 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution Must be an ordained Evangelical minister. Prior teaching in a University will be an added advantage. Demonstrated leadership skills, effective Interpersonal and communication skills

OR

 Possess a Master’s degree preferably in Bible & Theology, Divinity or other related area from a recognized University.

Must have five years senior administrative experience in an Evangelical church or 3 years’ experience at Grade 11 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution
Must be an ordained Evangelical minister.
Prior teaching in a University will be an added advantage.
Demonstrated leadership skills, effective Interpersonal and communication skills

Duties and responsibilities:

Provide leadership to the Chaplaincy Department Overall Coordination of the Spiritual Services and Programs in the University. Provide leadership to the Spiritual/Religious in the University. Teaching courses per semester as prescribed by the University Workload policy. Develop, implement and monitor annual operational plans and budgets for the spiritual/religious services and programs Promoting the visitation ministry to needy members of the community through involvement of all the members of the university community Develop partnerships and liaise with other religious institutions, and other institutions on matters that relate to care and worship ministries on behalf of the University Preach and teach in various services and fellowship meetings in the University and assist the Dean of Students and Chaplain in delegated/assigned areas and to conduct religious ceremonies (if ordained). Work alongside Student Services to provide (or arrange for) back-up assistance, where possible, to out-of-hours staff working with students in critical situations or situations of crisis/emergency (such as sudden student death). Any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor

Requirements

Interested applicants to apply and attach CV, copies of academic certificates, and any other relevant testimonials