Job Opportunities: Part-Time Lecturers in Theology
Do you have a calling to serve the Lord as a lecturer in a Theological Seminary? Are you passionate about teaching a course  in one of the following theological subdisciplines: Biblical studies, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology, or Missiology? The South African Theological Seminary (SATS) is currently recruiting a part-time lecturer for the Bachelor of Theology programme. At SATS, we believe that teaching theology is more than an academic practice; it is a ministry. It is more than transmitting head knowledge; it is about imparting the life of Christ to our students through the power of the Spirit. It is about modelling Christ to those being prepared for life and ministry in both the church and society. We serve as a family of men and women who love the Bible, follow Christ, and are led by the Spirit.

All our training and lecturing take place online.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Lecture a complement of students according to SATS standards. 
  • Support co-lecturers in theological courses. 
  • Log in to course(s) daily and respond to student queries.
  • Communicate actively and proactively on the course forum to maintain social presence, teaching presence, and cognitive presence and ensure that the students are clear about the course requirements. 
  • Monitor the progress of students and intervene to assist at-risk students. 
  • Assess assignments, portfolios, and examinations, offer occasional live lectures, and encourage students on their path towards becoming Evangelical theologians.  

Qualifications and Experience: 

  • Pastoral ministry for a minimum of 3 years will be preferred
  • A Practising disciple of Jesus Christ actively serving in the local church
  • Minimum of an accredited honour’s degree in theology. 
  • An MTh degree is preferred.
  • Experience working on online platforms and with MS Office (Outlook, Word, etc.). 
  • Team player who takes initiative, is friendly, service orientated, has a strong work ethic, and is willing to go the extra mile.
  • Able to work remotely with colleagues in different locations, in a multicultural and diverse environment.
  • Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision. 

Application Process

If you feel God is leading you in this direction, please click here and complete the online application by the closing date, 30 April 2024.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

SATS is a Bible-based, Christ-centred, Spirit-led Seminary. Our mission is to prepare Christ-centred leaders for every church. We invite you to visit our website to learn more about us, our values and how we work.