Agriculture Department Punjab Jobs August 2024

Agriculture Department Punjab Jobs August 2024

GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT

The Agriculture Department of the Government of Punjab invites applications 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), financed by the World Bank and managed by the Directorate General of Agriculture (Water Management), Punjab.

Available Positions:

1. Project Director (PPS-12)
   • Number of Positions: 01
   • Salary: Rs. 600,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 60 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • 18 years of education in Agriculture Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, or Water Resource Management from an HEC-recognized university.
     • At least 20 years of experience in on-farm water management, irrigation, or similar fields, with proven leadership skills.
     • 5 years of experience as a Project Director or Manager in relevant development projects.
2. Deputy Project Director (HEIS & Solar) (PPS-11)
   • Number of Positions: 01
   • Salary: Rs. 450,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 60 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Water Engineering, or a related field with a minimum 2nd division.
     • 15 years of relevant experience in agriculture and water sector projects, especially high-efficiency irrigation systems.
     • Familiarity with World Bank and government project guidelines.
3. Audit & Taxation Specialist (PPS-9)
   • Number of Positions: 01
   • Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 45 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, ACCA, ACMA, or a related field with a minimum 2nd division.
     • 5 years of experience in audit and taxation management, preferably in the public sector.
4. Horticulture Specialist (PPS-9)
   • Number of Positions: 01
   • Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 45 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing, or related fields.
     • 8 years of relevant experience in horticulture, agricultural value chain, or regenerative agriculture.
5. Agricultural Communication Specialist (PPS-9)
   • Number of Positions: 01
   • Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 45 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies with a minimum 2nd division.
     • 5 years of experience in developing and implementing communication strategies.
6. Female Trainer (PPS-9)
   • Number of Positions: 02
   • Salary: Rs. 250,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 45 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Work, or related fields.
     • 5 years of relevant experience, with knowledge of government and donor gender policies.
7. Assistant Director (Technical) (PPS-8)
   • Number of Positions: 02
   • Salary: Rs. 175,000 per month (with annual increments)
   • Age Limit: Maximum 40 years
   • Qualifications & Experience:
     • Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Water Management, or a related field.
     • 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in donor-funded projects.

Important Notes:

1. The contract appointments are non-transferable, job-specific, and non-pensionable.
2. Initial contracts are for one year, extendable based on project duration.
3. Candidates must apply on the prescribed form available at www.agripunjab.gov.pk, addressed to the Secretary Agriculture, Government of Punjab, 21-Davis Road, Lahore.
4. Applications, along with a CV, recent photographs, and attested documents, must be submitted by August 22, 2024.
5. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
6. Candidates can also apply at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk, but submission of hard copies is mandatory.
7. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided.
8. The department reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts.

For further details or clarifications, candidates may contact the Additional Secretary (Planning) at least two days before the interview.

Contact: FAKHAR IQBAL, Section Officer (Plan-III), Government of the Punjab, Agriculture Department, 21-Davis Road, Lahore. Phone: 042-99200148