Associate Head of School of Ministry and Theology
Location: Any city with an Alphacrucis campus, including Sydney (Parramatta), Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, or Hobart.
Reports to: Head of School, School of Ministry and Theology
About Alphacrucis University College
Alphacrucis University College is Australia's largest Christian higher education provider, committed to equipping Christian leaders to change the world. With a strong national presence and a growing global engagement footprint, AC delivers accredited higher education and vocational programs across theology, ministry, leadership, education, business, counselling, and the arts.
Anchored in a vibrant Christian ethos, AC partners closely with churches, ministries and community organisations to form graduates who are spiritually mature, academically equipped, and missionally engaged.
The Opportunity
The School of Ministry and Theology is seeking a dynamic and committed academic leader to serve as Associate Head of School.
This strategic leadership role supports the Head of School in shaping and sustaining a high-performing academic community, fostering a healthy and vibrant staff culture and strengthening the School's engagement with churches and strategic partners.
The Associate Head of School plays a key role in advancing the School's mission to serve the Church through theological education, leadership formation and scholarship.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Operational Leadership
* Collaborate with the Head of School to develop and implement the School's staffing plan, including workforce composition, skills mix and long‐term capacity planning.
* Support the effective management of staffing allocations and timetabling.
* Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Provide cultural leadership aligned with AC's mission, vision and values.
People & Academic Leadership
* Manage direct reports and contribute to the supervision of faculty, including sessional staff, in consultation with discipline leaders and programme directors.
* Foster a collaborative, high‐performing academic culture.
* Participate in teaching, research, supervision and scholarship in your disciplinary area, as agreed with the Head of School.
External Engagement & Growth
* Manage key third‐party and ministry partner relationships relevant to the School's programmes.
* Develop pathway arrangements with churches, schools and training providers to strengthen recruitment and student progression.
* Collaborate with the College's marketing and development teams to support sustainable growth.
About You
Qualifications
* Earned doctorate from an Australian or recognised international higher education institution (strongly preferred).
* A demonstrated and active commitment to the Christian faith that informs both professional and personal life.
* Candidates must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Experience
* Successful experience in academic leadership.
* A minimum of 1–2 years of academic leadership experience is required.
* Proven track record in tertiary teaching, research and scholarship within a relevant discipline.
* Background in theology or ministry studies is required.
Knowledge & Understanding
* Deep understanding of the mission of higher education and vocational training within the Church.
* Familiarity with the Australian higher education sector and relevant disciplinary standards.
* Working knowledge of budgeting, staffing and timetabling processes.
Skills & Attributes
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and manage people effectively.
* Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Genuine respect for others, evidenced in diverse professional contexts.
* Strong commitment to Alphacrucis' vision and to serving the local church through faculty engagement.
Why Join Alphacrucis?
* Be part of a mission‐driven academic community shaping Christian leaders.
* Contribute to one of Australia's most significant Christian higher education institutions.
* Engage meaningfully with churches and ministry partners across the nation.
* Help shape the future of theological education in Australia and beyond.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role, together with your current CV, to careers@ac.edu.au.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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