Job Opportunities at Punjab Agriculture, Food and Drug Authority PAFDA

Available Positions

1. Member (Pharma)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 40-55 years
• Pay Package: Negotiable
• Qualification:
• PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, or Pharmacy (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in relevant forensic examination/testing with management experience in ISO 17025-accredited labs.
• At least 15 publications in reputable international journals.

2. Member (Agri)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 40-55 years
• Pay Package: Negotiable
• Qualification:
• PhD in Genetics, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Soil Science, Analytical Chemistry, or Plant Physiology (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in relevant forensic examination/testing with management experience in ISO 17025-accredited labs.
• At least 15 publications in reputable international journals.

3. Member (Food)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 40-55 years
• Pay Package: Negotiable
• Qualification:
• PhD in Human Nutrition, Food Safety & Controls, Food Quality Management, Food Science & Technology, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Meat Technology, or Analytical Chemistry (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in relevant forensic examination/testing with management experience in ISO 17025-accredited labs.
• At least 15 publications in reputable international journals.

4. Member (Research & Training)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 40-55 years
• Pay Package: Negotiable
• Qualification:
• PhD in relevant fields of agriculture, pharmacy, food, or analytical sciences (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in forensic examination/testing with 5 years of experience in organizing/managing national/international training.
• At least 15 publications in reputable international journals.

5. Chief Operating Officer (COO)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 35-50 years
• Pay Package: PKR 1,000,000/month
• Qualification:
• Master’s in Finance, HR, Commerce, Public Policy, or related fields (minimum 45% marks, HEC recognized).
• Minimum 12 years’ managerial experience in HR, finance, and administration, with expertise in laboratory infrastructure development and policy preparation.

6. General Manager (Finance)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 35-50 years
• Pay Package: PKR 750,000/month
• Qualification:
• FCA, ACCA, or Master’s in Commerce/Accounting/Finance (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in accounts, finance, and procurement with knowledge of ERP/accounting software.

7. General Manager (Legal)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 35-50 years
• Pay Package: PKR 750,000/month
• Qualification:
• LLM (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 10 years’ practice in the High Court.

8. General Manager (HR & Admin)

• No. of Posts: 1
• Age Limit: 35-50 years
• Pay Package: PKR 750,000/month
• Qualification:
• Master’s in HR, Economics, Public Policy, or related fields (HEC recognized).
• Minimum 10 years’ managerial experience in administration, organizational development, and performance management.

Benefits

• Annual increments
• Bonuses
• Family medical insurance
• Gratuity
• Sports allowances

• Apply online through the Punjab Government job portal: lahorejobs.punjab.gov.pk
• Submit hard copies of the application (available on the PAFDA website) along with:
• Demand draft/pay order of PKR 18,000 (non-refundable) in favor of PAFDA.
• Attested copies of certificates, CNIC, and published research papers.
• General Terms and Conditions
• Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• No TA/DA will be provided for the interview.
• Applications must be submitted by 27th December 2024 (Friday) via registered mail to:
• Director General\
• Punjab Agriculture, Food and Drug Authority,\
• Multan Road, Lahore-53700\
• Email: coo@pafda.gop.pk\
• Website: www.pafda.gop.pk
• Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.