Assistant Director of TransFormation Programs

Are you called to support and form culturally diverse leaders for the Church?

Whitley College is seeking an Assistant Director of TransFormation Programs to help lead and support a unique and life-giving formation community. For more than two decades, the TransFormation Program has equipped and inspired church leaders from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, shaping lives, strengthening churches, and building communities across Australia and beyond.

This role is both practical and pastoral. You will help deliver and support the program, walk alongside students in their formation journey, and contribute to a learning environment where study, spiritual growth, worship, and community are deeply integrated.

We are looking for someone with strong intercultural awareness, theological grounding, and a genuine commitment to supporting students as they grow in leadership, ministry, and service.

If you are passionate about equipping leaders and serving multicultural communities, we invite you to consider this role.

ABOUT WHITLEY COLLEGE

Whitley College is an affiliated College of the University of Divinity and an agency of the Baptist Union of Victoria. It offers a safe, pastoral, and dynamic learning environment where students are formed for leadership and service in a rapidly changing world.

Committed to being faithful, contextual, and global, Whitley provides high-quality theological education through a comprehensive range of diplomas, degrees, and advanced research programs accredited by the University of Divinity. Its flexible and innovative formation pathways support students to integrate theology with life, ministry, and vocation.

Working closely with partners and stakeholders, Whitley ensures its programs remain academically rigorous, contextually relevant, and deeply connected to real-world ministry and public engagement, equipping women and men to participate meaningfully in the life and witness of the Church today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Whitley College is seeking to appoint an Assistant Director of TransFormation Programs (0.4EFT) to support the teaching of academic programs and the pastoral support of students.

The Assistant Director will:

• Assist in the smooth delivery and operation of the TransFormation Program and related events;
• Build relationships of support and care with TransFormation students;
• Maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the program and College.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Director of TransFormation Programs will:

• Identify and develop partnership opportunities with Baptist Union of Victoria churches and other stakeholders, including practical program support such as meal rosters and guest lecturers;
• Assist in tutoring within the Diploma of Theology stream, including coordinating tutorials, reading drafts, and providing academic support;
• Assist in the grading of assessment tasks;
• Provide pastoral care and support to students;
• Contribute to the management of the annual TransFormation budget in collaboration with the Director;
• Work with the Director to develop a second TransFormation cohort in Victoria or interstate.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants will demonstrate:

• A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in theology;
• Strong intercultural capability and familiarity with culturally and linguistically diverse student cohorts;
• Willingness to affirm the values and strategic purposes of Whitley College.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

Preference will be given to applicants with:

• Membership in a Baptist Church or understanding of the baptistic identity and context of Whitley College;
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills;
• Active engagement with relevant scholarly or professional associations.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF DIVINITY

Whitley College is part of the University of Divinity, a collegiate university committed to the highest standards of scholarship in theology, philosophy, and ministry, engaging the issues of the contemporary world through rigorous academic inquiry.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants are encouraged to:

• Familiarise themselves with this position description and relevant institutional websites;
• Submit a covering letter and CV demonstrating their suitability for the role;
• Provide clear examples of relevant experience and capability.

Enquiries are welcome and may involve a conversation with the Academic Dean (academicdean@whitley.edu.au), as part of a process of mutual discovery and discernment.

Applications should be addressed to Rev. Associate Professor Darrell Jackson, Principal of Whitley College and submitted via the 'Apply' button by Friday, June 5th, 2026.