Project Director Jobs 2026 – Planning & Development Department Balochistan
The Government of Balochistan, Planning and Development Department has invited applications from dynamic and efficient individuals for the position of Project Director for a foreign-assisted development project in District Gwadar.
The position is for the PMU – Development Projects in Gwadar under Omani Grants, Balochistan and will initially be offered on a contract basis for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project duration.
Job Details
| Department | Planning and Development Department, Government of Balochistan |
| Project | PMU – Development Projects in Gwadar under Omani Grants, Balochistan |
| Post | Project Director |
| Number of Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay Scale | PPS-09 |
| Location | District Gwadar, Balochistan |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Initial Contract | One year, extendable based on performance and project duration |
| Local / Domicile | Balochistan |
Project Director Eligibility
Candidates must have a relevant qualification from an HEC-recognized institution. The advertisement lists the following educational backgrounds:
- BE/BS (Hons) Civil Engineering with PEC registration.
- Project Construction Management and Design.
- Master's degree in Economics.
- Business/Public Administration (MBA/MPA).
- Master's degree in Project Management.
- Master's degree in Public Administration.
- Public Policy (MPP).
- Any other relevant field from an HEC-recognized institution.
Candidates must have 5–7 years of post-qualification experience in project management and implementation, along with reasonable experience in implementing foreign-funded programs or projects.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 40 years
- Maximum Age: 62 years
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should prepare a complete application containing a covering letter, detailed updated CV, attested educational and experience certificates, CNIC copy and two recent passport-size photographs.
The application documents may be sent by email to:
cfa.balochistan@gmail.com
Hard copies must also reach the following office within 15 days of advertisement publication:
Office of the Foreign Assistance Section, Room No. 32, First Floor, Planning & Development Department, Civil Secretariat, Zarghoon Road, Quetta.
Selection Process
Applications will be scrutinized according to the Project Director Appointment Policy (Government of Balochistan) dated 31 December 2025 and relevant donor guidelines.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.
Important Instructions
- Applicants must have Balochistan local/domicile.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
- In-service candidates must provide an NOC from their concerned department.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
- Providing false or incorrect information may result in disqualification and legal action.
- Candidates who previously applied for this post under PRQ No. 646/16-08-2025 must apply afresh.
- No TA/DA will be admissible.
Application Deadline
Last Date: Within 15 days of advertisement publication.
Candidates should submit their applications and hard copies within the specified period and should not wait until the final day.
Advertisement Reference
- PRQ No.: 1184/03-09-2026
- Department: Planning and Development Department, Government of Balochistan
- Post: Project Director
- Vacancy: 01
- Pay Scale: PPS-09
- Project: PMU – Development Projects in Gwadar under Omani Grants, Balochistan
- Location: District Gwadar
Official Advertisement
The official advertisement for the Project Director position has been issued by the Planning and Development Department, Government of Balochistan, under PRQ No. 1184/03-09-2026. Candidates should carefully review the original advertisement for complete eligibility and application requirements before applying.
Who Should Apply?
This position is suitable for experienced professionals with qualifications in civil engineering, project management, economics, business or public administration, public policy and other relevant fields.
Candidates should carefully match their academic qualification and professional experience with the requirements before applying. The position requires 5–7 years of post-qualification experience in project management and implementation, including reasonable experience with foreign-funded programs or projects.
What Candidates Should Prepare
- A covering letter explaining the application for the Project Director position.
- A detailed and updated CV highlighting relevant project management experience.
- Attested copies of educational certificates and degrees.
- Attested experience certificates supporting the required post-qualification experience.
- Copy of CNIC.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- NOC and proper-channel documentation for serving government employees.
Candidates should ensure that all information provided in the application and CV is accurate. The advertisement states that false or incorrect information may result in disqualification and legal action.
Understanding the Contract
The Project Director will initially be appointed for one year on a contract basis. The contract may be extended depending on the candidate's performance and the duration of the project.
The position is associated with the PMU – Development Projects in Gwadar under Omani Grants, Balochistan and carries a pay scale of PPS-09.
Application Checklist
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Relevant qualification from an HEC-recognized institution as specified in the advertisement. |
| Experience | 5–7 years of post-qualification experience in project management and implementation. |
| Age | Minimum 40 years and maximum 62 years. |
| Domicile | Balochistan local/domicile. |
| CV | Detailed and updated CV. |
| Supporting Documents | Attested educational and experience certificates, CNIC and two passport-size photographs. |
| Application Method | Email application and hard-copy submission as specified in the advertisement. |
| Deadline | Within 15 days of advertisement publication. |
For Government Employees
Serving government employees can apply for the position, but they must follow the proper channel and obtain an NOC from their concerned department.
The required NOC should be obtained within the applicable time so that the application can be considered during scrutiny. Applicants should not assume that submitting an application without completing the proper-channel requirement will be sufficient.
Selection and Interview
Applications will be scrutinized according to the Project Director Appointment Policy of the Government of Balochistan dated 31 December 2025 and relevant donor guidelines.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The advertisement does not provide a separate interview date at this stage.
No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.
Previous Applicants Must Apply Again
Candidates who previously applied for the same position under PRQ No. 646/16-08-2025 are specifically required to apply afresh.
Previous submission of an application does not remove the requirement to submit a new application under the current advertisement.
Useful Government Job Guides
These guides can help applicants understand the application requirements and prepare their documents:
Final Reminder
Candidates should complete both the email and hard-copy submission requirements within 15 days of the advertisement's publication. All documents should be accurate, complete and properly prepared before submission.
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