Government of the Punjab Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department

This job is based in Lahore, set up by the Punjab government under its Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department. Located in the Strategic Planning Unit, the job helps decide how training programs are developed across the organization. The person in charge helps match what students learn with actual jobs available in the region. This link helps young people get jobs after completing courses.

This position leads efforts in building course outlines, managing teacher development plans, and checking test systems so they fit international standards while answering local job market needs. People who have completed sixteen years of study, perhaps even earned a doctorate, and constructed a strong background history within vocational education may be considered. Pay begins at 1,087,240 monthly. Each year brings an additional 29,860 added through scheduled raises, following the MPS-I government pay pattern. Whatever the official notice says about timing goes, posting follows that. Applications submitted on 18 February 2026.

Job Details

Category	Details
Job Type	Contract (initially 3 years, extendable based on performance)
No. of Positions	Multiple
Location	Lahore, Punjab
Age	Up to 55 years
Gender	Not Mentioned
Salary	Rs. 1,087,240/- per month with Rs. 29,680/- annual increment (MPS‑I)
Qualification	Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Education, Economics, Labor Economics, Project Management, Educational Leadership, Business Management, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, ICT
Experience	PhD: 14 years (or 5 years with relaxation) / 16 years education: 18 years (or 7 years with relaxation)
Last Date	18 February 2026

Job Description

Responsibilities

Executive Directors (MPS‑I) – Strategic Leadership

• Curriculum, Training & Assessment: Shapes curriculum design, training standards, and assessment frameworks for TVET.
• Entrepreneurship & Local Placement: Leads entrepreneurship initiatives, HR strategies, microfinancing, and local job placement.
• International Outreach, Marketing & Placement: Builds global partnerships, oversees international placements, and promotes TVET internationally.
• Operations & Coordination: Ensures smooth coordination among TVET bodies, manages operations, and aligns strategies.

General Managers (MPS‑II) – Mid‑Level Oversight

• Curriculum: Develops and updates training curricula for TVET programs.
• Training: Designs and manages training delivery systems across institutes.
• Assessment: Oversees testing, evaluation, and quality assurance of training outcomes.
• Local Placement: Connects graduates with local job markets and employers.
• Entrepreneurship: Promotes entrepreneurial skills and supports youth start‑ups.
• Business Development: Builds partnerships, drives marketing, and expands TVET business opportunities.
• Overseas Employment (R&D): Researches global job markets and facilitates overseas employment.
• Finance: Manages budgeting, costing, reporting, and fiscal accountability.
• Digitalization & Maintenance: Oversees IT systems, dashboards, and digital infrastructure.
• Sales & Operations Supervises administrative functions, sales strategies, and operational efficiency.

Assistant Managers (Lumpsum) – Functional Support

• Assessment & Quality Assurance: Supports evaluation systems and ensures training quality.
• Curriculum & Training: Assists in curriculum design and training delivery.
• Local Employment: Helps connect trainees with local job opportunities.
• Entrepreneurship: Supports entrepreneurial initiatives and youth business projects.
• Business Development & International Outreach: Assists in partnerships and global outreach.
• Overseas Employment (R&D): Supports research and placement for overseas jobs.
• Dashboard Development & Maintenance: Manages data dashboards and analytics tools.
• Admin & HR: Handles recruitment, HR policies, and administrative tasks.
• Finance & Resource Mobilization: Supports financial planning and resource generation.
• Media: Manages communications, PR, and digital content.

Eligibility Criteria

Executive Directors (MPS‑I)

Curriculum, Training & Assessment

• PhD in policy/education/management/ICT + 14 yrs experience, OR Master’s + 18 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 5 yrs, Master’s 7 yrs (TVET).

Entrepreneurship & Local Placement

• PhD in policy/finance/HRM/business + 14 yrs experience in HRM/entrepreneurship.
• OR Master’s + 18 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 5 yrs, Master’s 7 yrs.

International Outreach, Marketing & Placement

• Same fields as Curriculum.
• PhD + 14 yrs, OR Master’s + 18 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 5 yrs, Master’s 7 yrs.

Operations & Coordination

• Same fields as Curriculum.
• PhD + 14 yrs, OR Master’s + 18 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 5 yrs, Master’s 7 yrs.

General Managers (MPS‑II)

Curriculum / Training / Assessment

• PhD in education/policy/ICT/TVET + 10 yrs, OR Master’s + 16 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Local Placement / Entrepreneurship

• PhD in policy/economics/management/ICT + 10 yrs, OR Master’s + 16 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Business Development

• PhD in economics/business/policy + 10 yrs in BD/marketing/strategy.
• OR Master’s + 16 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Overseas Employment (R&D)

• PhD in policy/management/ICT + 10 yrs, OR Master’s + 16 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Finance

• PhD in finance/accounting/business + 10 yrs.
• OR Master’s/Professional degree (ACA/ACCA/CPA/CFA) + 16 yrs in finance, FP&A, grants.

Digitalization & Maintenance

• PhD in IT/CS/ICT/Data + 10 yrs, OR Master’s + 16 yrs.
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Sales & Operations

• PhD in policy/management/ICT + 10 yrs, OR Master’s + 16 yrs (incl. 1 yr supervisory).
• Relaxation: PhD 3 yrs, Master’s 5 yrs.

Assistant Managers (Lumpsum)

Assessment & QA / Curriculum & Training

• Master’s (16 yrs education) in economics/business/management/ICT/HRM/finance/education.

Local Employment / Entrepreneurship

• Master’s in economics/business/management/HRM/education.

Business Development & Outreach / Overseas Employment (R&D)

• Master’s in social sciences/HRM/public/business administration.

Dashboard Development & Maintenance

• Master’s in computer science/ICT/data analytics.

Admin & HR

• Master’s in HRM/business/public administration/engineering/management sciences.

Finance & Resource Mobilization

• Master’s in finance/accounting/economics/business/public administration/management sciences.

Media

Up to 2 yrs experience in media/communications/digital content.

Master’s in mass communication/media/PR.

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Qualification Requirement

A solid academic background, like a PhD or Master’s, adding up to 16 years in school, creates opportunities in related fields to public policy, development work, teaching, and economic analysis. Some who dive into project oversight or tech roles come from similar paths. Fields including social sciences, education reform, and digital systems also fit well within this frame.

How to apply?

Those who want to join should follow:

Step-by-Step Process:

• Visit the site where you can apply.
• Start by completing the required sections on the official form.
• Send over these files as PDFs, attested copies of educational certificates/degrees, and a recent passport-size photograph.
• Finish your application before the deadline, February 18, 2026.

Important Notes:

• Candidates who work for the government or a semi-government institute need an NOC. From their employer, there is written proof saying they can take the job. Without it, things won’t move forward. Officials expect this document up front. It shows permission has been granted. Not having one creates delays. So better make sure it’s ready early.
• Those with degrees from abroad need a validation letter from the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Though it comes after graduation, the document matters just as much. Without it, recognition might not happen at all. A process exists, yet few explain how long it truly takes. Paperwork like this often sits waiting. Then again, some get replies faster than expected. Important details hide in small print sometimes. Still, ignoring the step is not an option ever.
• Only complete submissions receive attention. Missing parts mean it won’t move forward.
• Interview invitations go out strictly to those on the shortlist.
• Applicants coming for interviews won’t get travel pay.

Pay and Benefits

A monthly income of Rs. 1,087,240 is offered under MPS-I classification, and yearly adjustment amounts to Rs. 29,680. The figure reflects base compensation before any periodic revision takes place. Adjustment occurs once every twelve months without exception. Payment structure follows standard institutional guidelines strictly. Increment applies uniformly regardless of role variation. Compensation remains fixed between review cycles by design.
3-year term begins first, renewal possible after review. Performance decides continuation later.
Apart from standard entitlements, extra advantages could involve subsidies, retirement funding, and various civil service privileges. Official notices suggest these components form part of the package offered. Provisions might differ based on policy updates issued by the authorities responsible.

About the Institute

Established under Punjab’s administration, the Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department operates with a focus on workforce readiness. Training initiatives form its core activity, shaped through structured learning paths. Emphasis spreads across trades that align with market needs. Support for new business ventures emerges as one of its steady priorities. Oversight includes coordination with industry networks. Progress in employment outcomes guides long-term direction.
With workforce demands in focus, training efforts aim to match actual job requirements. Employment readiness improves when learning reflects real-world conditions. Where opportunity gaps exist, support for new ventures begins. Sustainable progress follows when people gain relevant abilities. Growth becomes possible through practical preparation.

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