Deputy University Chaplain

Daystar University is a chartered non- denominational and evangelical Christian University. Its mission is to provide learners with higher education that equips them to grow spiritually and intellectually, enabling them to serve as transformational agents in their professions and give Christ-centered servant leadership in the home, church, and society.

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the below vacant position. Applicants must be committed Christians who show evidence of involvement in their local churches.

DEPUTY UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN

Purpose of the Job:

Provision of support and assistance to the University Chaplain on spiritual nurture, religious coordination, counseling, mentorship and pastoral care needs of staff, faculty, and students to achieve the University’s vision.

Requirements

• Be a holder of Master’s degree in Bible and Theology or its equivalent from a reputable University.
• Must have demonstrated pastoral training.
• Must be an ordained Minister in a recognized Christian Bible believing church.
• Must have served as a Pastor or in an equivalent position for at least five years
• Demonstrated leadership skills, effective Interpersonal and communication skills
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.   

Responsibilities

• In Liaison with the University Chaplain, this position ensures planning, coordination of bible study, prayer meeting, and mentorship and chapel activities.
• Carrying out spiritual discipline practices in line with the university’s objectives
• Conducting spiritual counseling to students and staff
• Providing and maintaining of reports and administrative data for religious operations of the University
• Supporting the University Chaplain in planning spiritual activities and deployments including outreach, missions, pastoral care and visitations
• Supporting the University Chaplain in discipleship and spiritual nurture programs for the University
• Implementing the semester calendar of activities on spiritual matters
• Planning and ensuring availability and usability of venue for spiritual meetings and initiatives.
• Identifying and nurturing spiritual talent
• Implementing best practices in chaplaincy and spiritual nurture
• Ensuring execution of jobs in line with the departmental processes and procedures to achieve the institutions objectives.
• Leading in Christian behavior and appropriate behavior both internal and external in line with the institution’s strategy
• Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.

Those interested in this challenging and rewarding position should submit their applications and detailed curriculum vitae with names and contacts of 3 referees to the address below on or before: 15^th January 2024.

All applications should be sent through: recruitment.daystar.ac.ke. Hard copies will not be considered.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Daystar University is an equal opportunity employer.