Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor specialising in pastoral theology and praxis/ pastoral care and counselling: Department Practical and Missional Theology (Job ID 6217)
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor specialising in pastoral theology and praxis/ pastoral care and counselling: Department Practical and Missional Theology (Job ID 6217)
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Duties and responsibilities:
Present undergraduate and postgraduate modules in pastoral theology and praxis which includes 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 masters and PhD levels.
Participate actively in leadership and administration at Departmental and Faculty level.
Participate in various scholarly engagement opportunities at research community engagement 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/Social Work will be considered if the PhD research project specialised in Pastoral Care and Counselling (for a permanent appointment).
or
Masters degree on NQF Level 9 in Practical Theology with specialisation in Pastoral Care and Counselling (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Practical Theology with specialisation in Pastoral Care and Counselling MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in DHET-accredited journals.
A good academic record (attach a copy).
Senior 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/Social Work will be considered if the PhD research project specialised in Pastoral Care and Counselling (for a permanent appointment).
Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
Proven experience in supervision of graduated masters degree students.
A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer-reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.
Associate Professor
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/Social Work will be considered if the PhD research project specialised in Pastoral Care and Counselling (for a permanent appointment).
Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences where there is evidence of peer review of papers.
Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a specific scientific area of scholarship.
An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
Proven experience in the supervision of graduated masters degree students.
A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international DHET accredited journals.
Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.
Recommendations:
Preference will be given to registration at the Health Professional Counsel 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).
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)).
Preference will be given to experience in empirical research (field work) skills and the ability to conduct interdisciplinary research.
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.
Experience with a Learning Management System (LMS) related to Higher Education Institutions (e.g. Blackboard) or related experience with institutional systems and the ability to navigate through them.
Requirements
Key Competencies:
Results Orientated:
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable responsible dependable and to fulfil obligations.
Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
- The ability to professionally communicate with colleagues and students and transparently share ones work schedule in a culture of teamwork and mutual respect.
Leading:
- The ability to lead take charge of situations and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building Coalitions:
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation collaboration and working with close supervision.
Required Documents
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements as well as the following standard documentation:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of your qualifications or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications please include SAQA accreditation).
A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter appointment contract service certificate or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.
Closing date:
31 August 2025
Salary:
The salary is available on request.
Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme medical aid scheme group life insurance housing allowance leave and sick leave service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries:
For enquiries please feel free to contact or email . Additionally kindly contact / 9814 / 9848 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: UFS EEA13 1 March 202528 Feb 2026
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
