CHAPLAINCY AND ECUMENICAL SERVICES

Desired Qualifications and Attributes

 At least a first degree while a Master’s degree in any one of the disciplines dealing with

human relations will be an added advantage

 Evidence of broad involvement with organisations dealing with emerging issues such as

HIV/AIDS is appreciated;

 At least 40 years, and sensitive to the spiritual and social needs of the University

community;

 An ecumenically minded ordained Pastor, capable of dealing with various

denominations on campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Chaplain’s duties will include:

 Promoting and coordinating religious activities on campus;

 Ministering to the spiritual needs of the entire University Community (students and

staff);

 Acting as Chief Public Relations Officer on Religious matters to the local churches and

denominations;

 Mediating between University Administration and students, government offices and

students in times of crisis;

 Counselling of students and staff with problems;

 Visiting all members of the University community in hospitals and homes;

 Liaising with Chaplains’ Board and any relevant offices on campus on matters relating to

students’ spiritual welfare;

 Creating and maintaining a fund to assist students with financial problems;

 Coordinating community service/charity work;

 Conducting training on leadership/behaviour change towards the creation of a better

University of Zimbabwe student culture, and

 Any other duties which the Vice Chancellor shall assign through the Dean of Students.