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Solusi UniversityDean Of Faculty: Theology And Chaplaincy
Solusi University, known as the Mother of Adventist Missions in Africa, seeks a Dean of Faculty - Theology and Chaplaincy for its Bulawayo location. This on-site,…
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Solusi University, known as the Mother of Adventist Missions in Africa, seeks a Dean of Faculty - Theology and Chaplaincy for its Bulawayo location. This on-site, full-time leadership position reports to the Pro-Vice Chancellor and guides the academic, spiritual, and administrative operations of the faculty. The university is dedicated to advancing Christian values and Bible-grounded education. The ideal candidate is an experienced, spiritually committed individual ready to champion theological excellence…
Job Description
Solusi University, known as the Mother of Adventist Missions in Africa, seeks a Dean of Faculty - Theology and Chaplaincy for its Bulawayo location. This on-site, full-time leadership position reports to the Pro-Vice Chancellor and guides the academic, spiritual, and administrative operations of the faculty. The university is dedicated to advancing Christian values and Bible-grounded education.
The ideal candidate is an experienced, spiritually committed individual ready to champion theological excellence and pastoral preparation. Responsibilities include providing visionary spiritual leadership, reinforcing Seventh-day Adventist identity across all curricula, and serving as Associate Pastor of the University Church. The role requires managing faculty resources, promoting theological research, and fostering strong collaborative relationships with church leadership at local, union, and division levels.
Responsibilities
- Provide spiritual leadership to advance the Seventh-day Adventist Church mission through discipleship, evangelism, and ministerial formation
- Maintain the Adventist identity of the faculty by ensuring teaching and research uphold the Bible as the authoritative Word of God
- Oversee strategic planning, programme development, and quality assurance for academic offerings
- Act as a spiritual role model and mentor for faculty, staff, and students
- Promote theological scholarship, research, innovation, and resource development
- Build and maintain strong engagement between the university and local churches, Conferences, Unions, Divisions, and the General Conference
- Administer faculty personnel, finances, infrastructure, and instructional resources
- Serve as Associate Pastor of the University Church and support community spiritual life
Requirements
- Ordained Seventh-day Adventist Gospel Minister with current credentials
- Minimum of five years of experience as a Senior Pastor with proven effectiveness in ministry and church leadership
- Minimum of five years of leadership, administrative, teaching, or academic management experience
- Demonstrated commitment to the Bible as the inspired and authoritative Word of God
- Thorough understanding of Seventh-day Adventist theology, doctrine, mission, and polity
Qualifications
- Earned doctoral degree in Religion, Theology, Missiology, Biblical Studies, or a closely related field from an Adventist-Accrediting Association accredited institution
Core Skills
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What is the location and work arrangement for this role?
The position is located in Bulawayo and is on-site.
What are the primary educational requirements?
Candidates must hold an earned doctoral degree in Religion, Theology, Missiology, Biblical Studies, or a closely related field from an institution accredited by the Adventist-Accrediting Association.
Is salary information provided in the posting?
The job posting does not specify the salary.
How can candidates apply for this position?
Interested candidates must email a single PDF file containing a motivation letter, a vision statement, a detailed CV, academic records, an updated service record, and three professional reference letters to searchcommittee@solusi.ac.zw by 30 November 2026.
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