Job Opportunities at Engineering Development Board (EDB) – Ministry of Industries & Production

 

The Engineering Development Board (EDB), under the Ministry of Industries & Production, has announced several job opportunities to enhance the capacity of Pakistan's engineering industrial and services sector. The EDB is seeking applications from highly qualified and experienced professionals for multiple positions on a project basis.

Available Job Positions

The advertisement includes openings for the following positions:

1. Advisor / Specialist / Experts (PPS-11 Equiv. BS-21)

   • Number of Positions: 4
   • Maximum Age: 55 years
   • Fields:
     • Chemical/Petrochemicals
     • Steel & Other Metals
     • Heavy Engineering
     • Engineering Services
   • Qualification & Experience:
     • B.Sc / B.E with 16 years of experience, or
     • MS with 12 years of experience, or
     • PhD with 8 years of relevant experience

2. Accounts Officer / Drawing & Disbursing Officer (DDO) (PPS-07 Equiv. BS-17)

   • Number of Positions: 1
   • Maximum Age: 35 years
   • Qualification & Experience:
     • B.Com, BBA, M.Com, MBA (Finance) or an equivalent degree recognized by HEC
     • At least 05 years of experience in managing government accounts and administrative affairs, preferably related to PSDP-funded projects
     • Preference will be given to candidates with DDO, PPFA, or SAS qualifications

3. Business Development Manager (PPS-07 Equiv. BS-17)

   • Number of Positions: 1
   • Maximum Age: 35 years
   • Qualification & Experience:
     • 16 years of education in Business Administration, Management Sciences, Marketing/HR, or a related field
     • At least 05 years of experience in media/stakeholder coordination and managing seminars, workshops, official events, conferences, and symposia

4. Research Assistant (PPS-06 Equiv. BS-16)

   • Number of Positions: 8
   • Maximum Age: 30 years
   • Qualification & Experience:
     • 16 years of education in Business Administration, Management Sciences, Marketing/HR, Engineering, Computer Sciences, Economics, or a related field
     • At least 02 years of experience in the relevant field

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Application Process

Interested candidates must follow the procedure outlined below:

1. Online Application:

   • Apply online through the National Jobs Portal at http://njp.gov.pk within 15 days of the advertisement's publication.
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2. Post-Qualification Experience:

   • Experience is counted after obtaining the required educational qualification.

3. Shortlisting & Interview:

   • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

4. Final Selection:

   • The Selection Committee's decision will be final and cannot be challenged in any forum or court of law.

5. Education Criteria:

   • A 1st Class Degree from a reputable institution recognized by the HEC is mandatory.

6. Government Employees:

   • Candidates already working in Government, Autonomous, or Semi-Autonomous Bodies should apply through the proper channel.

7. No TA/DA:

   • No Travel Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be provided for the test/interview.

8. Cutoff Date for Eligibility:

   • The last date of application submission will be considered for determining the eligibility of candidates in terms of age, qualifications, and experience.

9. Recruitment Rights:

   • The Competent Authority reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel the recruitment process without assigning any reason.

10. Incomplete Applications:

• Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be entertained.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to Pakistan’s industrial and engineering sector. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible through the National Jobs Portal.