nGap Lecturer in Sustainable Energy Education (P08)

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a Lecturer position under the New Generation of Academic Scholars Programme (NGAP), which is a nationally funded programme aimed at developing the next generation of academics through a structured and supported career-development pathway.

The successful candidate will be appointed in the Department of Mathematics, Sciences and Technology Teaching as a lecturer in Sustainable Energy Education, while receiving reduced teaching loads and structured mentorship to support the completion of a doctoral qualification, development of teaching competence, and establishment of a research profile in Sustainable Energy Education. The incumbent will contribute to undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, and academic activities within the department, in line with the objectives of the NGAP programme as well as the institution.

• A master's degree in education specialising in Environmental Education, Energy Studies, Engineering Education, or a related field.
• Minimum average of 70% at master's level.
• Applicants must be 40 years and younger.
• Registration or eligibility for registration for a PhD programme in Sustainable Energy Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and potential in sustainable energy and environmental education.
• South African citizenship or permanent residence (priority given to South African citizens)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Commitment to completing a PhD within the programme timeframe

• Prior teaching experience at a basic or higher education level
• Research outputs (publications, conference presentations, or working papers)
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and sustainability principles.
• Community engagement experience in environmental or energy education

• Register for and complete a doctoral degree within the programme period.
• Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in Sustainable Energy Education and related areas (workload increases progressively from 20% to 100%).
• Develop a sustainable research profile and contribute to the Faculty's research output.
• Participate in curriculum development and innovation in Sustainable Energy Education.
• Engage actively in the nGAP mentoring programme and SSAU Development Programme.
• Participate in Faculty, School, and University activities and committees.
• Contribute to community engagement initiatives.
• Present research at conferences and publish in accredited journals.
• Submit annual progress reports as required by the nGAP programme.
• Remain at SPU for 2 years after programme completion to contribute to institutional development.

Enquiries can be made via email at

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.