Mangosuthu University of Technology vacancy
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Collected on 28 July 2026
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nGAP Lecturer post (Mechatronics Engineering)
Mangosuthu University of Technology is advertising an nGAP lecturer post in the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering (Mechatronics Engineering). The nGAP is a 6-year comprehensive development and induction programme that enables successful candidates to take up a permanent lecturer position and earn a full lecturer salary while studying, with reduced teaching responsibilities and mentorship support.
- Who it is for
- Applicants for the advertised nGAP lecturer post who meet the eligibility requirements (including being a South African citizen, age 40 or younger, and having the required Master’s degree and experience).
- How to act on it
- Email your application to hr.engineering@mut.ac.za (no manual applications). Include the required documents (motivation, downloadable application form, CV, certified qualifications/records including SAQA evaluation if applicable, proof of professional registration where applicable, valid driver’s licence where applicable, certified ID copy, and three referees).
- Closes
- 12 August 2026
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➢ Then the nGAP is for you and you should seriously consider making an application for one or more of the advertised nGAP posts.
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Reference
https://www.mut.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Lecturer-nGap-Mech-Electrical-Engineering.pdf
Amounts
R 507 649, R 783 894
Key Takeaways
- Programme: New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) under SSAUF
- SSAUF first phase duration: six years (2026/27 – 2030/31)
- Post advertised: nGAP Lecturer: Mechatronics Engineering (P8)
- Minimum qualification: Master’s degree (minimum 70% pass average) in relevant engineering specialization
- Age requirement: must be 40 years or younger
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Teaching/industrial experience: at least 1 year teaching post-school OR 1 year industrial OR combination
- Salary: R507 649.00 – R783 894.00 basic salary per annum
- Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, study grant
- Application submission: email to hr.engineering@mut.ac.za; no manual applications
- Required documents: motivation, downloadable application form, CV, certified qualifications/records (incl. SAQA evaluation if applicable), professional registration proof where applicable, valid driver’s licence where applicable, certified ID copy, and three referees
- Closing date: 12 August 2026
- Shortlisting: only shortlisted candidates contacted; if no response within 3 months, application unsuccessful
- Employment Equity preference: designated groups including people with disabilities
- University may choose not to make an appointment
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
- Minister of Higher Education and Training
- Staffing South Africa’s Universities Framework (SSAUF)
- New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP)
- Department of Human Resources and Development
- Faculty of Engineering
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Electromechanical Engineering
Dates
Closing Date
12 August 2026