GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT JOBS 2024

GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT SITUATION VACANT

GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT Applications are invited from eligible candidates domiciled in Punjab for recruitment on a contract basis under the Punjab Resilient and Inclusive Agriculture Transformation (PRIAT) Project (2022-23 to 2026-27) (World Bank Financed) under the Directorate General Agriculture (Water Management), Punjab.

1. Project Director

• PPS: 12
• No. of Posts: 01
• Salary: Rs. 600,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 60 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • 18 years of education in Agriculture Engineering/Water Resource Engineering/Water Resource Management from an HEC-recognized university.
  • 5 years of experience as Project Director/Project Manager in development projects related to on-farm water management or related fields.
  • Proven experience of at least 20 years in projects related to on-farm water management, water resource management, agricultural engineering, or irrigation & drainage, with leadership quality to manage foreign-funded mega projects.

2. Deputy Project Director (HEIS & Solar)

• PPS: 11
• No. of Posts: 01
• Salary: Rs. 450,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 60 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering/Water Engineering & Management/Irrigation Engineering or equivalent with a minimum 2nd division.
  • 15 years of post-qualification relevant experience in ADP/donor-funded projects.
  • Expertise in implementing agriculture development and water sector projects, especially in high-efficiency irrigation systems.
  • Familiar with project development & implementation policies and guidelines of donor/World Bank and government.
  • Experience in preparing annual plans, operational documents, business plans, and attending high-level project meetings.
  • Ability to work closely with farmers for community watercourse improvement and OFWM works.
  • Experience in working in donor-funded projects preferred.

3. Audit & Taxation Specialist

• PPS: 9
• No. of Posts: 01
• Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Accounting & Finance/Audit & Taxation/ACCA/ACMA or equivalent from an HEC-recognized university with a minimum 2nd division.
  • At least 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience, preferably in the public sector or a reputed chartered accountant firm.
  • Familiar with audit management in the government sector, internal and external audits, tax management, and contract management.
  • Ability to handle audit and taxation issues as per government and donor/World Bank guidelines.
  • Knowledge of tax policies and experience working with the private sector/supplier firms/community contracting.
  • Ability to monitor and analyze audit and tax issues of the project and recommend remedial solutions.

4. Horticulture Expert

• PPS: 9
• No. of Posts: 01
• Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Horticulture/Agri Marketing/Agri Business Development/Agriculture Value Chain/Agriculture/Agronomy/Agricultural Engineering with a minimum 2nd division.
  • 8 years of post-qualification relevant experience in horticulture, agriculture marketing, Agri business development, agriculture value chain, and regenerative agriculture.
  • Expertise in horticulture, high-value agriculture, value addition, and regenerative agriculture-related projects.
  • Experience in preparing operational documents, business plans, and feasibility studies.
  • Familiar with project development & implementation policies and guidelines of donor/World Bank and government.
  • Ability to work with farmers regarding horticulture and agriculture value chain.
  • Experience in working in donor-funded projects preferred.

5. Agricultural Communication Specialist

• PPS: 9
• No. of Posts: 01
• Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Mass Communication/Journalism/Media Studies from an HEC-recognized university with a minimum 2nd division.
  • At least 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience.
  • Ability to design and develop a high-quality project communication strategy including print, electronic, and social media.
  • Experience in implementing communication strategies in development projects.
  • Ability to prepare and present reports, evaluate results, and recommend changes.
  • Experience in analyzing agricultural information, data, and trends to support effective communication delivery.
  • Ability to draft various communication outputs in English and Urdu related to agriculture/water management.
  • Ability to manage/run social media platforms and develop close collaboration with media and relevant authorities.

6. Female Trainer

• PPS: 9
• No. of Posts: 02
• Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 45 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Gender Studies/Social Work/Public Policy/Development Studies or related discipline from an HEC-recognized university with a minimum 2nd division.
  • 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience.
  • Female candidates will be given preference.
  • Conversant with Government/World Bank/donor gender policies and guidelines.
  • Experience in conducting gender training needs assessments and implementing gender training action plans.
  • Ability to conduct community consultations with women and vulnerable groups and provide technical guidance on gender-related actions.
  • Experience in organizing focus group discussions and consultations.

7. Assistant Director (Technical)

• PPS: 8
• No. of Posts: 02
• Salary: Rs. 175,000 per month (with annual increment)
• Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years
• Qualification & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering/Water Engineering & Management/Irrigation Engineering or equivalent with a minimum 2nd division.
  • 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience in ADP/donor-funded projects.
  • Expertise in implementing agriculture development and water sector projects.
  • Familiar with project development & implementation policies and guidelines of donor/World Bank and government.
  • Ability to work closely with farmers for community watercourse improvement and OFWM works.
  • Experience in working in donor-funded projects preferred.

Additional Information:

1. Age Relaxation: Not admissible.
2. Equivalence Certificates: Must be provided by the candidate if applicable.
3. Eligibility: Retired government servants are not eligible. Contract appointments are temporary, non-transferable, non-pensionable, and do not confer rights for regularization.
4. Contract Duration: Initially 1 year, extendable up to the project period with competent authority approval.
5. Application Submission:
   • Download application form from www.agripunjab.gov.pk.
   • Submit the form to the Secretary Agriculture, Government of Punjab, 21-Davis Road, Lahore, along with a CV, three passport-size photos, and attested copies of relevant documents by 22.08.2024.
   • Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
   • Candidates can also apply at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk, but must submit a hard copy of the application form with complete documents.
6. Selection Process:
   • Eligible candidates will be called for a test/interview.
   • No TA/DA shall be paid.
   • List of eligible candidates will be displayed on the Notice Board 3 days prior to the interview.
   • Successful candidates’ lists will be displayed on the Notice Board after approval of the recommendations by the competent authority.
   • The competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts.

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How To apply for the positions listed, follow these steps:

1. Download Application Form:
   • Visit www.agripunjab.gov.pk to download the prescribed application form.
2. Prepare Application:
   • Complete the application form, clearly indicating the post you are applying for.
   • Include your curriculum vitae (CV).
   • Attach three recent passport-size photographs.
   • Include attested copies of all relevant documents:
     • CNIC
     • Educational certificates and degrees (including detailed marks certificates and CGPA)
     • Hafiz-e-Quran Certificate (if applicable)
     • Position in Board/University
     • Release orders for Ex-Service men (if applicable)
3. Submit Application:
   • Send the completed application form along with the required documents to:
     • Secretary Agriculture, Government of the Punjab
     • 21-Davis Road, Lahore
   • Ensure that the application is received by 22.08.2024.
4. Alternate Application Method:
   • You can also apply online at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
   • However, a hard copy of the application form along with all required documents must also be submitted to the address mentioned above.
5. Additional Notes:
   • Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
   • Only eligible candidates will be called for a test/interview.
   • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the test/interview.
6. For Queries:
   • If you have any queries or need clarification, contact the Additional Secretary (Planning), Government of the Punjab, Agriculture Department, Lahore at least two days before the interview date.

Make sure to follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is considered.

Contact:

• Fakhar Iqbal
• Section Officer (Plan-III), Government of the Punjab, Agriculture Department, 21-Davis Road, Lahore
• Phone: 042-99200148
• IPL-7145