Job opportunity | Program Director of Spiritual Direction Formation Program

St Francis College (the theological college for the Anglican Church Southern Queensland) is located on beautiful grounds in Milton, Brisbane.

The College is seeking a new Program Director for our Spiritual Direction Formation Program. The program is a well-established four-year course including both contemplative learning and supervised practicum. The Director is responsible for curriculum oversight, coordinating the supervision team, and ensuring quality practice of spiritual direction. The current program is formally recognised by the AECSD (Australian Ecumenical Council for Spiritual Direction) and the new Program Director will work with the faculty of St Francis College to develop a version of the program that will be accredited by the University of the Divinity.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced spiritual director and accredited supervisor, deeply committed to listening to the heart and providing the environment for spiritual transformation. A Masters in Spiritual Direction or related discipline is needed to lead the program, with a Doctorate preferred. The program is offered both online and in person, however, the incumbent must be onsite at St Francis College at least four times a year, for scheduled face-to-face learning intensives in May and October.

• FTE: 0.5 (five days a fortnight)
• Salary Package: $45,000 – $50,000 (+ superannuation) depending on experience
• Location: Milton, Queensland, with flexible work arrangements.

How to apply

Please direct enquires and applications to Rev’d Dr Ruth Mathieson (Executive Director of Ministry Education in the Anglican Church Southern Queensland): executivedirector@ministryeducation.org.au

Applications need to include a current resume, a two page cover letter explaining what you will bring to this unique opportunity, and the names of three referees.

Applications close on Saturday 19 July 2025

St Francis College

St Francis College is the provider of theological education and formation for ordination for the Anglican Church Southern Queensland.

www.stfran.qld.edu.au/