Chaplain
Job Summary
- The Office of the Chaplain (the Spiritual and Administrative Head of the Chapel) will fall vacant by midnight of December 31, 2026.
- The Chapel hereby calls for applications from suitably qualified candidates within the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN) who align with the Liturgy of the Chapel to fill the soon-to-be vacant position of Chaplain in the Chapel.
Key Responsibilities
The Chaplain will:
- Provide spiritual leadership within the Chapel.
- Organize and oversee divine services and other Chapel activities.
- Manage the day-to-day administration of the Chapel.
- Coordinate the activities of the clergy within the Chapel.
- Engage and collaborate with other clergy and Christian organizations that align with the Chapel’s mission and vision.
Qualifications
Personal Attributes:
- Must be born-again, baptized in the Holy Ghost, and demonstrate evidence of spiritual gifts.
- Must be of good character and exhibit high integrity.
Education & Training:
- Minimum of a good first degree from a recognized university; a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline is an advantage.
- Training from a recognized School of Theology or Seminary.
- Computer literate.
- Ordained Priest/Minister within a denomination of the CCN that shares the Chapel’s liturgy.
- Minimum of 10 years post-ordination experience.
Other Requirements:
- Age between 40 and 55 years at the time of appointment.
- Must be happily married, with a spouse willing to reside in the Chapel residence.
Tenure:
- Initial appointment: 4 years, renewable for an additional 4 years (maximum tenure: 8 years).
Conditions of Service
Competitive conditions of service will be offered.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their soft copies to: ascunibenselectionboard@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
Applicants must submit:
- A handwritten application for the position.
- Ten (10) copies of a current Curriculum Vitae, including contact address, telephone numbers, and email.
- Ten (10) copies of relevant credentials.
- Three (3) sealed reference letters, including one from the applicant’s Bishop or equivalent.
All documents should be enclosed in a large sealed envelope addressed to:
The Secretary, Selection Board,
All Saints’ Chapel,
University of Benin,
Benin City,
Edo State.
Note
- Applications must be sent by courier or hand-delivered within 30 days of the publication date.
- For further inquiries, contact the Selection Board via the email above.
