Asia Pacific Regional Theological Education Coordinator

Asia Pacific Regional Theological Education Coordinator
Be a champion for Theological Education (TE) in the Asia Pacific region (excluding India) by supporting and equipping OMS-partner schools, national partners, and missionaries. The primary goal is to support the theological education needs of OMS fields in the region. This role is supervised by the Regional Director and works closely with the OMS Director of Theological Education, field leaders, and other ministry leaders, who oversee ministry on the fields and support OMS-partner schools.

The position is itinerant, ideally based in an Asia Pacific regional hub, but this is not essential.

The fields and schools are based in:

Hong Kong

Japan

Central Asia

Myanmar

Philippines

South Asia

South Korea

South Pacific

Thailand

Taiwan

Requirements

Work closely with the director of Theological Education and Regional Directors to support TE in the region.

Collaborate with field leaders to address the TE needs of schools, partners, and missionaries.

Stay informed about the needs, challenges, and opportunities of each OMS partner school.

Visit each school regularly.

Coordinate ongoing coaching for administrative, faculty, curriculum, and infrastructure development.

Assist in accessing resources for teaching, governance, and development by coordinating with OMS departments and partners.

Teach at partner schools as needed, ensuring cultural appropriateness.

Support schools in becoming self-supporting and self-governing within their cultural and denominational contexts.

Encourage adherence to Wesleyan ethos and OMS heritage.

Assist in further training and advanced degrees for faculty and students.

Advocate for OMS partner schools and keep their needs before the OMS community.

Support national partners in training needs assessment and access.

Provide coaching, support, and training to OMS missionaries.

Perform other duties as discussed with the supervisor.

Skills and Education

MA or MDiv required;
Doctorate preferred.

Cross-cultural ministry experience, preferably in Asia Pacific.

Strong biblical doctrine and commitment to Wesleyan Holiness theology.

Experience in classroom teaching and university/seminary administration.

Pastoral experience.

Excellent organizational and administrative skills.

Ability to relate well with national and missionary leaders.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Analytical skills to define issues and draw conclusions.

Proficiency in at least one local language or commitment to acquire it.

About Us
One Mission Society is an interdenominational missions organization dedicated to making disciples of Jesus Christ worldwide. Operating in over 70 countries, we partner with local believers to multiply disciples, leaders, churches, and missionaries. Our passion is to fulfill the Great Commission, and we seek team members eager to use their gifts for kingdom impact.

Requirements for all roles:

Committed follower of Jesus Christ.

Active involvement in a local evangelical church.

Interest in missions.

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