Principal, School Of Chaplaincy at Tenwek Hospital

Mission Statement: "Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God." The hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one...

 

Principal, School Of Chaplaincy

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationMBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial  , Education / Teaching 

Purpose of the position:

  • Reporting to AGC Tenwek Hospital CEO, the Principal of School of Chaplaincy is under God’s guidance to provide inspiring Christian leadership to all who work or study at the school.

Duties and Responsibility:

  • Lead the strategic planning processes within the framework set by the School of Chaplaincy Management Committee, under the authority of Tenwek Hospital.
  • Foster and maintain a clear vision for the future of the School of Chaplaincy that maintains a commitment to worldwide mission and the provision of continuous improvements.
  • Effectively implement the strategic and operational plans agreed with the Management Committee, ensuring they are underpinned by the School’s core values.
  • Ensure that the vision, mission and strategic direction of the School is clear, understood and embraced by staff, students, key stakeholders, and the wider supporting community.
  • Regularly evaluate and review the School’s Strategic plan ensuring quality improvements are realized, new areas/innovations considered, and feedback is given to the Management Committee as appropriate at regular intervals.
  • Oversee the maintenance of high teaching standards and innovative methods of learning through appropriate personal involvement in teaching and effective leadership of the academic staff.
  • Ensure the processes that determine the quality of curriculum development, teaching, learning and assessment are rigorous and provide a robust basis for improvement whilst meeting the requirements of accrediting agencies.
  • Encourage academic staff to demonstrate the highest levels of teaching and spiritual mentoring for their students, developing appropriate modes of teaching and learning to suit the range of students whilst nurturing both educational excellence and spiritual development.
  • Ensure staff are properly qualified, making provision for their training, development motivation, and support whilst empowering them to take responsibility for their work.
  • Encourage all staff to play active role in the School’s promotion and student recruitment.
  • Ensure that all staff set appropriate goals, their respective performances are monitored, and progress reports are relayed accordingly.
  • Promote the concept of faithful Christian stewardship and be accountable to the Management Committee and Tenwek
  • Hospital Finance Department for the funds received by the School.
  • Review and report to the Management Committee in conjunction with the School Accountant, on the School’s financial state through timely and appropriate financial reports, including preparation of annual budget.
  • Ensure that School assets are maintained in good condition, disposed where necessary and replaced when appropriate.
  • Communicate effectively with Africa Gospel Church and other stakeholders to build effective partnerships.
  • Ensure that the School complies with the required statutory and regulatory responsibilities, including appropriate oversight of student records.
  • Coordinate graduation exercises.
  • Serve as the Official Secretary of the School of Chaplaincy Management Committee.
  • Through the Tenwek Hospital Board, report the progress of the School to Africa Gospel Church Central Church Council from time to time.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of a master’s degree in theology or related fields such as Education, Chaplaincy,
  • Counselling, Leadership, Management, or Divinity.
  • Possess a valid Trainer license with TVETA.
  • A committed and practising Christian with a strong holiness background.
  • Trained in Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) and Competency-Based Assessment (CBA).
  • Registered with TVET CDACC as an Assessor or Verifier.
  • Trained in Pedagogy such as Teacher Training, PGDE etc.
  • Experience in school administration, financial management and chaplaincy in an active ministry setting are an added advantage.
  • Have experience of not less than 5 years of teaching in a college/institution.

Method of Application

If you are interested in any of these challenging opportunities, send your application letter with a detailed CV and Statement of
Faith*addressed to:
The Human Resources & Administration Director
Tenwek Hospital
P.O. Box 39 – 20400
BOMET
Applications should be sent directly through recruit@tenwekhosp.org by 23rd August 2024 with the position being applied for
as subject line.

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