Project-Based Vacancies — Improving Workforce Readiness in Punjab (Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Dept.)
Project-Based Vacancies · Lahore · Nawa-i-Waqt,
Job advertisement published in Nawa-i-Waqt on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, listed under Lahore. Issued by Project-Based Vacancies.
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Issuer: Project Implementation Unit, Improving Workforce Readiness in Punjab Project (ADB-funded), Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department, Government of the Punjab. The PIU invites applications from qualified and experienced individuals with Punjab domicile for multiple project-based contract positions across technical, safeguards, communications, gender, procurement, digital platform and support roles. Appointments will be made on a contract basis under the project.
How to apply: Apply online through the Punjab e-Recruitment / Job Portal (jobs.punjab.gov.pk). Hard copies of CV, one passport-size photograph, attested copies of CNIC, domicile, educational and experience certificates along with confirmation of the online application must be submitted to the Project Director at the address below. Government employees should apply through proper channel. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
| Position (Pay Scale) | Number of Posts | Key Qualifications / Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Environment) — Project Pay Scale 8 (PKR 218,750–358,750) | 1 | Master's in Environmental Sciences / Civil / Environmental Engineering or equivalent; ~10 years experience in EIA/monitoring; familiarity with ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS) 2009; preference for experience on foreign‑funded projects. | Up to 55 years |
| Communication Specialist — Project Pay Scale 6 (PKR 218,750–358,750) | 1 | Master's in media relations/journalism/communications/public affairs; 8–10 years relevant experience including public relations, social media and outreach; strong English communication skills. | Up to 55 years |
| Gender Specialist — Project Pay Scale 8 (PKR 218,750–358,750) | 1 | Master's in Gender Studies / Social Sciences or related field; substantial experience in gender mainstreaming in development projects and working with donor-funded programs. | Up to 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Technical Content / Curriculum) — Project Pay Scale 8 | 1 | Bachelor's (16 years) or Master’s in Education/Public Policy or related; ~10 years experience in curriculum/content development for TVET/skills programs; strong MS Office skills preferred. | Up to 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Contract Management & M&E) — Project Pay Scale 8 | 1 | Bachelor's (16 years) in Procurement, Supply Chain, Contract Management, Social Science, Development Studies or related; ~10 years experience in procurement/contract management, monitoring & evaluation. | Up to 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Digital Platform / Technical Coordinator) — Project Pay Scale 8 | 1 | Bachelor's (16 years) in IT/Computer Science or related; ~10 years professional experience in digital platforms, project management, software systems, user-centered design and quality assurance. | Up to 55 years |
| Assistant Director (Civil) — Project Pay Scale 7 (PKR 157,500–258,300) | 1 | Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (or relevant field); ~8 years relevant experience in project implementation, site supervision and construction contracts. | Up to 50 years |
| Assistant Director (Social Safeguard) — Project Pay Scale 7 | 1 | Relevant degree and ~8 years experience in social safeguards, resettlement planning and implementation; experience with donor‑funded projects preferred. | Up to 50 years |
| Assistant Director (Technical Content) — Project Pay Scale 7 | 1 | Degree in Education/Public Policy or related; ~8 years experience in technical content development for skills programs; MS Office proficiency required. | Up to 50 years |
| Assistant Director (Monitoring & Evaluation – Civil Works) — Project Pay Scale 7 | 1 | Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or relevant; ~5 years relevant experience with M&E of civil works and reporting. | Up to 50 years |
| Computer Operator / Office Assistant — Project Pay Scale 4 (PKR 52,500–84,000) | 3 | B.Sc. / B.Com. / B.A. with 6 months computer certificate preferred; computer literacy and office skills. | 18–50 years |
| Driver — Project Pay Scale 4 (PKR 43,750–70,000) | 1 | Primary education with valid driving license (issued after 2015); preferably experienced. | 18–50 years |
| Office Boy / Dispatch Runner — Project Pay Scale 2 (PKR 25,000–56,000) | 3 | Primary education; valid driving license for dispatch runner where required; preferably experienced. | 18–50 years |
Location: Project Implementation Unit office — 157-M Block Gulberg-III, Lahore. Contact: Phone (042) 99334035. This is an ADB-funded project; candidates with experience on foreign-funded projects and those with international exposure will be preferred. Appointments are contract-based and governed by ADB anti-corruption and ethics provisions.
Note: Exact application closing date is shown on the original advertisement. Applicants must apply via the Punjab job portal and submit required hard copies as instructed. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Published in Nawa-i-Waqt on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
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