About: The Canterbury Tertiary Education Chaplaincy Committee (CTECC) is an ecumenical Christian entity responsible for providing chaplaincy services at Lincoln University and University of Canterbury.

We are looking for applicants for appointment as Senior Ecumenical Chaplain based at Lincoln

University. Lincoln University is located in the Lincoln township on the outskirts of Christchurch and is a specialist land-based university. It has around 3,400 students and provides degrees in Agriculture, Business, Environment, Landscape Architecture, Property Valuation, Science, Sport and Recreation and Tourism.

This rewarding and varied role is a half time stipendiary position which may be held in conjunction with other commitments. The role is to promote and nurture the well-being of students in cooperation with Lincoln University and encompasses pastoral care and spiritual support.

You may also be asked to officiate at events, help with education and resourcing of others on campus and will be expected to actively promote understanding and dialogue in a diverse and multi-faith community. This role may involve irregular hours including some evening and weekend work.

If you are a person who thrives on:

Nurturing spiritual well-being
Relating well to people within a diverse community
Leading and growing a team of volunteers
Facilitating pastoral care for all students and staff
Building a caring community
Innovating on ways to share the gospel
Advocating for the work of chaplaincy inside and outside of the University
Being a self-starter

then we would welcome an application from you that indicates your skills and suitability for this role.

Your role would involve maintaining relationships with:

Canterbury Tertiary Education Chaplaincy Committee (CTECC)
Lincoln University management and student services
Students and staff
Faith-based groups on campus
Local church and faith leaders

Overall Purpose

Primary purpose is the pastoral care and nurturing of spiritual life of students to enhance their overall personal and communal wellbeing.
Open to spiritual support and pastoral care of staff where requested.
To develop and lead the team of volunteer and/or paid associate chaplains.
To promote dialogue, understanding, respect and care in a diverse community.

In your application, please indicate your availability to take up this position. Your role would be to report to the Chair of CTECC.

This position is open to men and women of Christian faith. There is a preference for those with theological qualifications and/or experience working in a University context but we invite people of faith with a heart for university students. Applicants must have a good standing within their Christian denomination.

Applicants will be required to sign the Tertiary Chaplaincy Code of Ethics.

Closing Date: 14 June 2024.

Please send your CV and a covering letter with two references to canterburychaplaincynz@gmail.com

Vicky Reid, Chair, Canterbury Tertiary Education Chaplaincy Committee (CTECC).

If you have any general questions about the job description, please send your enquiries to canterburychaplaincynz@gmail.com.

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