nGap Lecturer in Sustainable Energy Education (P08) at Sol Plaatje University

Minimum Requirements 

• 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

Recommendations 

• 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

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.