Principal (President/CEO Equivalent)

Missional, Academic & Church-Engaged Leader  Brisbane School of Theology (BST) invites applications from global leaders with a passion for Christ-centred formation, rigorous theological education, and partnership with the church for mission. BST forms Christians for maturity, ministry, and mission through academically excellent, pastorally informed, interdenominational theological education.  This is a senior leadership role shaping mission, culture, academic quality, and global partnerships. An Operations Manager leads day-to-day operations (governance workflows, compliance, HR systems, staffing administration, finance), enabling the Principal to focus on theological leadership, partnerships, strategy, and formation.  The role  Lead BST’s Christ-centred vision, culture, and formation  Provide senior academic leadership and foster a healthy scholarly culture  Build deep partnerships with churches, denominations, and mission organisations  Lead strategic renewal with wisdom and gentleness  Represent BST publicly; cultivate donors and strategic partners  Provide strategic oversight of governance and regulatory stewardship in partnership with the Board and Operations Manager  The candidate  Mature Christian faith; evangelical, Bible-centred convictions with a generous spirit  Doctoral qualification in theology or a related discipline  Proven academic leadership and commitment to rigorous, pastorally-informed theological education  Strong relationship-builder with churches and mission agencies; cross-cultural and missional orientation  Wise change leader: relational, discerning, courageous Comfortable leading through senior staff; builds trust, works collaboratively, defines clear accountability, enables strong ownership and initiative  Why BST? BST is known for its strong communal formation, its interdenominational ethos, its cross-cultural focus, and unique missional opportunities.  You’ll shape a college committed to world-class theological education, deep formation, and real partnership with Christ’s church for mission into all the world.  Applications  International applicants welcomed. To apply: Send a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this position, together with your CV via the 'Apply' button above (e:info@bst.qld.edu.au).  Applications close: 15 May 2026 Further information available on request. Relocation support available. International applicants should recognise that the successful candidate will need an appropriate Australian working visa.  (Brisbane School of Theology is an affiliated college of the Australian University of Theology)