Organization: Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA)
Location: Lahore, Punjab
Project Title: Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER)
Position: Project Director (PPS-12)
Number of Posts: 01
Maximum Age Limit: 50 Years
Application Deadline: 13 August 2025
Official Websites: pspa.punjab.gov.pk/careers | jobs.punjab.gov.pk

About PSPA:
The Punjab Social Protection Authority is an autonomous body under the Government of Punjab. It is leading the implementation of the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) project and is seeking dynamic, experienced, and motivated professionals to lead this initiative as Project Director on a contract basis.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Master’s degree or equivalent (16 years of education) in:
- Statistics, Economics, Public Policy, Social Policy, Demographic Studies, Development Studies, Data Science, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Additional professional certifications in Data Science, Project Management, or related disciplines will be considered an advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in operational management of large-scale projects, preferably in the social sector.
- At least 5 years of experience in senior project management roles.
- Proven experience leading complex projects with multi-stakeholder involvement.
- Experience collaborating with government and international development organizations is highly desirable.
Required Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Command over Project Management Tools and IT skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
- Knowledge of socio-economic development issues and data-driven policymaking.
How to Apply:
Step 1: Apply online through either:
Step 2: Submit a hard copy of the following via post/courier:
- Printed application
- CV
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Attested copies of CNIC, domicile (Punjab), educational degrees, and experience letters
Mailing Address:
General Manager (Admin & HR)
Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA)
78-79 D Block, Wahdat Road, New Muslim Town, Lahore
Phone: 042-99232359-60
Important: Clearly mention the name of the post applied for on the envelope.
Terms & Conditions:
- Application deadline is 13-08-2025.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Applications must include job application reference number (emailed from Punjab Job Portal).
- Appointment is on a contract basis, initially for one year (extendable based on performance and project requirements).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- HEC equivalence is mandatory for foreign degrees.
- Government/Semi-Government applicants must apply through proper channels with NOC.
- PSPA reserves the right to cancel, modify or terminate the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
For more job updates, follow the official portals or contact PSPA directly.