Are you looking for a part‑time teaching role that starts in the 2027 academic year? Tshwane University of Technology is hiring lecturers for its Ga‑Rankuwa and eMalahleni campuses, and the positions close very soon.
Opportunity Overview
TUT has three part‑time lecturer vacancies:
- Communication Skills – 5 posts – Ga‑Rankuwa Campus (19 hrs/week) – Ref 26/Q42 – closing 13 Nov 2026
- Auditing Subjects – 3 posts – Ga‑Rankuwa Campus (2 × 19 hrs/week, 1 × 15 hrs/week) – Ref 26/Q43 – closing 13 Nov 2026
- Mercantile Law I – 1 post – eMalahleni Campus (15 hrs/week) – Ref 26/C18 – closing 06 Nov 2026
Who Can Apply
The posts are open to South African citizens with the qualifications listed below. Women and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
Communication Skills (5 posts)
- Master’s degree (NQF 9) in English, Language Practice, Integrated Communication or a related field.
- At least 2 years of university teaching experience.
- Knowledge of Academic and Occupational English.
Auditing Subjects (3 posts)
Positions 1 & 2 (19 hrs/week each)
- Honours degree or postgraduate diploma (NQF 8) in Internal Auditing.
- Professional designation CA(SA) or CIA (a Master’s/Doctorate is a plus).
Position 3 (15 hrs/week, includes Saturdays)
- Master’s degree specialising in Fraud Examination.
All three roles require either 3 years of teaching in the subject area or 3 years of relevant industry experience. Professional registration is required where applicable.
Mercantile Law I (1 post)
- Master’s degree in Law (relevant to Mercantile Law).
- Preferable: admission as an Attorney, Conveyancer, Notary, or completion of Bar exams and pupillage. A qualification in Higher Education is also valued.
- Minimum 3 years of teaching at a tertiary institution or 3 years of related professional experience.
What You Will Gain
- Practical teaching experience at a respected public university.
- Opportunities to develop and publish learning material.
- Experience using the ITS and BrightSpace platforms.
- Chance to mentor undergraduate, diploma and postgraduate students.
- Professional networking with faculty members and industry practitioners.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Download the official TUT part‑time application form from the university’s career portal.
- Prepare a single PDF that includes:
- Completed application form
- Full CV
- Motivation letter (or cover letter) explaining why you fit the role
- Certified copies of your qualifications
- Certified copy of your ID
- For the Communication Skills and Auditing posts, email the PDF to KolobeMP@tut.ac.za (subject line: 26/Q42 for Communication Skills, 26/Q43 for Auditing). For Mercantile Law I, email to mkhwanaziVG@tut.ac.za (subject line: 26/C18).
- Make sure the email subject matches the reference number exactly.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for your records.
Tips to Strengthen Your Application
- Proofread all documents – a single typo can lead to disqualification.
- Tailor your motivation letter to the specific vacancy (e.g., mention experience in English communication or auditing).
- Highlight any experience with ITS, BrightSpace, or other e‑learning tools.
- If you are already a part‑time staff member on a 19‑hour appointment, note that you may be ineligible for some posts.
- Be ready to give a short presentation or complete a psychometric test if invited.
- Submit before the closing date; late applications will not be considered.
Final Thoughts
These part‑time lecturer positions give you a foot in the door of higher education while allowing you to keep other work or study commitments. Review the requirements carefully, follow the application steps, and submit your complete packet before the deadlines. If you do not hear back within a month after the closing date, you can assume the application was not successful and consider re‑applying next year.
Key Dates
- Mercantile Law I – 06 Nov 2026
- Communication Skills – 13 Nov 2026
- Auditing Subjects – 13 Nov 2026
