Position Description - Dean of Distance Theological Education

Date revised: 21 October 2017

Location: Banz Campus

Department: Distance Theological Education, Education Division

Reports to: Vice Principal Education

Primary Purpose and Scope:

The purpose of this position is to promote and manage Bible and ministry training throughout Melanesia using TEE and other self-study training material. The Dean will supervise the TEE ministries of all three campuses and facilitate partnerships with churches and groups using TEE courses.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning

• Prepare and update the TEE Strategy
• Oversee the implementation of the TEE Strategy
• Evaluate TEE data and statistics to establish trends that impact the TEE Strategy
• Enlist prayer for the ministry of TEE through various networks and channels of communication
• Prepare an annual budget that will allow implementation of the TEE Strategy

2. Recruit and Train Staff

• Supervise staff working inDTE department at Banz, Port Moresby and Lae.
• In conjunction with Admin Manager, assist in recruitment of staff for TEE as required.
• Liaise with Admin Manager to ensure orientation to College history, policies, and procedures.
• Liaise with Admin Manager regarding staff development.
• Conduct annual appraisals for each staff member.

3. English and Tok Pisin TEE Course Development

• Report to the TEE Committee in regard to the TEE Curriculum and Course Development priorities.
• In conjunction with Vice Principal Education, identify and commission gifted writers to write new TEE Courses. Identify and invite individuals to form editorial committees for courses being developed
• Write new TEE Courses.
• Prepare guidelines for Course Writers.
• Arrange Study Awards and transcripts for TEE students

4. Promote TEE and other distant theological education

• Prepare promotional materials such as the Prospectus, brochures, posters, tutor training materials and newsletters
• Write TEE newsletters quarterly and prepare material for the CLTC website.
• Visit church leaders and denominations to promote TEE.
• Maintain contact with Deans and faculty of all three campuses.
• Teach the TEE Tutor’s course
• Initiate and participate in TEE consultations for interdenominational and individual church gatherings.
• Negotiate partnership agreement with churches and groups concerning the use of TEE courses (in liaison with the VPE).

6. Networking World Wide

• Establish TEE programs and new TEE centres throughout the South Pacific (in liaison with the VPE and DTE Committee).
• Maintain information links with other TEE, DTE or DE programs around the world
• Obtain relevant training or TEE course materials that may benefit the CLTC TEE

7. Administration

• Ensure that TEE students receive a high quality service.
• Monitor and manage DTE budget
• Prepare annual reports for CLTC Council and other reports for CLTC Council

Executive or committees as required

• Organise DTE Committee meetings
• Prepare funding proposals for external agencies
• Write articles for College News and other publications as required
• Mobilize prayer through all appropriate channels and networks

Indicators of High Performance

1. Increasing use of TEE studies and other training materials throughout Melanesia.
2. Course materials are considered by church leaders as relevant and high quality.
3. Sale of courses covers at least 50 percent of department costs.

Position Requirements:

1. Academic
1. BTh degree essential.
2. Some studies in education are preferable.
2. Experience
1. At least 10-years of experience in theological education or pastoral leadership and teaching.
2. Familiar with TEE ministry.
3. Gift-Mix/Skills
1. Good leadership and communication skills are needed.
2. Ability to network and inspire.
3. Ability to write Bible training materials.
4. Personal
1. Support for the mission of CLTC and passionate about Bible training.
2. Strong Christian faith.
   
   

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic Transcripts
• Contact details for three referees
• CLTC Application Form can be down loaded from Website Address: cltc.ac.pg

Applications Close: Friday, 10^th of April 2026
Email Applications To: [email protected]