Planning Commission (PC), Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives (MPDSI) has announced job vacancy as IEP Director (PPS-10) at Islamabad.

For establishment and institutionalization of a reliable integrated energy planning structure providing the Government of Pakistan (GoP) a credible analytical platform for assessing and planning an optimal and holistic strategy for the country’s energy sector, Planning Commission (PC) is looking for suitable candidate for appointment against the Project "Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) for Sustainable Development’".

The candidates fulfilling the required qualification and experience, available at our website (www.pc.gov.pk) and summarized below, may apply:

Contract Duration for the job of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC)
• Initial appointment on contract for (01) one year, further extendable on yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance.

Salary for the job of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC)
• PPS-10; (Rs. 437,500 – 21,875 – Rs. 700,000) Standard pay package for Project Staff

Place of Posting of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC)
• Islamabad

Duties and Responsibilities of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC)

• Supervise, manage and coordinate all activities and functions of the EPRC, including initial activities and issues related to setting up, operationalization and effective functioning of the Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) structure.
• Provide leadership to EPRC staff in coordinating with, and providing inputs to, the IEP Technical Advisory Group (TAG), four Working Groups (WGs) in data management, forecasting, modeling and analysis related to investments and operational optimization of energy production, supply and logistics.
• Contribute to formulation of integrated energy plans and policy recommendations and follow-up implementation with concerned agencies.
• Lead interaction with the IEP Steering Committee (SC), TAG, ministries of the Government of Pakistan (GoP), academia and private sector regarding energy strategy, policy and planning directions and related analytical and informational needs.
• On behalf of the EPRC, obtain necessary policy and planning directions from the SC, TAG and other government ministries/agencies for IEP analysis by the WGs, and review and approve WG outputs, reports and recommendations for onward communication and approval by TAG, SC and other relevant authorities.
• On behalf of the EPRC, coordinate with government agencies, academic institutions and private sector entities to ensure stakeholder engagement and resolve/report issues and take remedial actions. Also coordinate with donor agencies, international organizations and consultants to ensure effectiveness of the IEP process.
• Monitor and coordinate IEP stakeholders’ capacity development, resource allocation and other supportive actions.
• Provide direction for research and development, surveys and data collection, training and systems deployment for sustained enhancement of IEP capabilities.
• Provide day-to-day administration and management of the EPRC and process, including regular progress monitoring and reporting to the Planning Commission and Ministry of Energy, and coordinating collaboration between the two entities and other stakeholder agencies.
• Coordinate IEP-related funding and disbursement activities with concerned government agencies and IEP Principal Accounts Officer.
• Oversee agendas and convening of meetings, preparation of working papers and documentation of official record of meetings, decisions and outputs related to IEP activities, recommendations and implementation
• Undertake other responsibilities assigned under relevant Government of Pakistan GoP’s rules of business or as directed by the SC and TAG.

Qualification:

• Ph.D /Master’s degree in engineering, science or energy related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in case of Ph.D or minimum of 14 years’ experience in case of Master’s Degree with at least 07 years proven experience in energy planning and management, systems/energy modelling, energy economics or similar applications;
• Preference will be given to the candidates having:
• Experience in applied research or policy analysis in Pakistan’s energy sector.
• Knowledge of technical, commercial, regulatory and policy aspects of Pakistan’s energy sector and global practices.
• Have Project Management experience and/or qualification
• Strong management, interpersonal and communications skills.
• Fluency in English and proficiency in computer applications, especially MS Office.

Max. Age

• 62 years

Employment Type:

This job offered by Planning Commission (PC), Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives is a Contractual position. Most of the jobs on contractual positions are renewed depending the need and performance of the employee.

Applications begins on:

The interested candidates/ job seekers can apply for the post of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC), Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives from December 03, 2023

Last Date to Apply:

The last date to apply for the post of IEP Director (PPS-10) at Planning Commission (PC), Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives is December 17, 2023.

How To Apply:

The Posts are to be filled on merit and contract basis with lump-sum-salary package as mentioned against each.

1. The application form (available on the website www.pc.gov.pk) must be submitted online within 15 days of publication of Advertisement. Applications received after due date will not be entertained.
* There is no application form available at their website, looks like the application is to be submitted online so the application form is online on given website.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
3. The candidates should bring original documents at the time of test / interview.
4. Applicants working in Government Service/ Public Sector must apply through proper channel.
5. No TA/DA is admissible during test/interview.
6. Detailed ToRs of the above posts are available on the Planning Commission’s website (www.pc.gov.pk)