The Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department (SD&ED), Government of Punjab has announced SD&ED Jobs 2026 for 12 vacancies in its Strategic Planning Unit (SPU) — the central policy, planning and coordination arm of the department, responsible for strategy formulation, performance monitoring and alignment of skills initiatives with labour-market needs, integrating planning and oversight of PSDF, TEVTA, PVTC, PSDA and PBTE under a unified provincial skills framework. The posts are 4 General Managers (MPS-II) and 8 Assistant Managers (lumpsum), all on a contract basis for three years, extendable on satisfactory performance. Candidates must apply online on the prescribed form, and the last date for submission of applications is 30 November 2026.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
| Organization | Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department (SD&ED), Government of Punjab |
| Unit | Strategic Planning Unit (SPU) |
| Advertisement | Career Opportunity — Express Tribune, 1 November 2026 |
| Employment Type | Contract basis for 3 years, extendable on satisfactory performance |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Pay Packages | General Manager (MPS-II): Rs. 726,290 per month + Rs. 26,760 annual increase; Assistant Manager (Lumpsum): Rs. 145,000 per month + 10% annual increase |
| Age Limit | Up to 50 years for General Manager posts (Sr. 1–4); up to 40 years for Assistant Manager posts (Sr. 5–12) |
| Application Method | Online on the prescribed form at the SD&ED Strategic Planning Unit portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (Monday) |
Eligibility Criteria for SD&ED Jobs
| Post | Pay Package | Posts | Max Age Limit | Qualification Required |
| General Manager, Admin and Management (MPS-II) | Rs. 726,290/month + Rs. 26,760 annual increase | 01 | 50 years | PhD in Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Labor Economics, Educational Leadership and Management or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience in the relevant field; OR 16 years of education in the same fields with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience |
| General Manager, Marketing & Branding (MPS-II) | Rs. 726,290/month + Rs. 26,760 annual increase | 01 | 50 years | PhD in Marketing, Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Economics, Labor Economics, Project Management, Business Administration, Educational Leadership and Management, Business Management or Management Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in the same fields with 10 years of professional experience |
| General Manager, Business Development (MPS-II) | Rs. 726,290/month + Rs. 26,760 annual increase | 01 | 50 years | PhD in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Management Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 6 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Public Policy, Engineering, Social Sciences or Project Management with 10 years of professional experience |
| General Manager, Finance (MPS-II) | Rs. 726,290/month + Rs. 26,760 annual increase | 01 | 50 years | PhD in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management Sciences or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in the same fields, or a professional degree (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CFA), with 10 years of professional experience |
| Assistant Manager, Policy & Planning (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Statistics, Computer Science, Marketing or Finance (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in policy research, governance frameworks, international relations and political economy, analytical writing and Microsoft Office Suite |
| Assistant Manager, Manpower Care Manager (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing, Finance or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in graduate placement coordination, employer and client relationship management, record-keeping and Microsoft Office Suite |
| Assistant Manager, Public Private Partnership & Industry Employees (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Finance, Human Resource Management, Statistics or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in partnership structuring, contract management, MoU drafting, KPI monitoring and multi-stakeholder relationship management |
| Assistant Manager, Content Writer (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Mass Communication, English, Social Sciences or Computer Science (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in policy research, analytical writing, content management across digital and print platforms and Microsoft Office Suite |
| Assistant Manager, Local Employment (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing or Finance (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in graduate placement coordination, employer and client relationship management, record-keeping and Microsoft Office Suite |
| Assistant Manager, Overseas Employment (Research & Development) (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Public Policy, Marketing, Development Studies, Public Administration, Economics, Business Management, Management Sciences or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with core competence in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, labour market linkage, negotiation and international placement coordination |
| Assistant Manager, Finance & Resource Mobilization (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management Sciences or Social Sciences, or a professional degree (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA) (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with experience in budgeting, costing, financial reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), public financial management systems, project budgeting cycles or managing large program grants |
| Assistant Manager, Assessment & Quality Assurance (Lumpsum) | Rs. 145,000/month + 10% annual increase | 01 | 40 years | 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Human Resource Management, Statistics, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing, Finance (including professional certifications) or Education |
| Total | 12 |
Available Jobs in Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department (SD&ED)
Under these SD&ED Jobs 2026, the following posts are available in the Strategic Planning Unit:
- General Manager, Admin and Management (MPS-II) — 01 post
- General Manager, Marketing & Branding (MPS-II) — 01 post
- General Manager, Business Development (MPS-II) — 01 post
- General Manager, Finance (MPS-II) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Policy & Planning (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Manpower Care Manager (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Public Private Partnership & Industry Employees (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Content Writer (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Local Employment (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Overseas Employment (Research & Development) (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Finance & Resource Mobilization (Lumpsum) — 01 post
- Assistant Manager, Assessment & Quality Assurance (Lumpsum) — 01 post
How to apply for SD&ED Jobs
- Submit the application on the prescribed form online at sded.punjab.gov.pk/spu
- Attach the following documents in PDF format with the application: a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), attested copies of educational certificates/degrees, and a recent passport-size photograph
- Submit the application before the closing date, 30 November 2026 — incomplete applications will not be entertained
- Candidates already in Government or Semi-Government service must render a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Candidates holding a foreign degree must submit the equivalence certificate issued by the Higher Education Commission
- If any disciplinary proceedings or criminal proceedings are pending at any forum, specify them in the application
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, and no TA/DA will be admissible
Qualification and Experience
- General Manager, Admin and Management (MPS-II): PhD in Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Labor Economics, Educational Leadership and Management or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience in the relevant field; OR 16 years of education in the same fields with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience
- General Manager, Marketing & Branding (MPS-II): PhD in Marketing, Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Economics, Labor Economics, Project Management, Business Administration, Educational Leadership and Management, Business Management or Management Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in the same fields with 10 years of professional experience
- General Manager, Business Development (MPS-II): PhD in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Management Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 6 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Public Policy, Engineering, Social Sciences or Project Management with 10 years of professional experience
- General Manager, Finance (MPS-II): PhD in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management Sciences or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience; OR 16 years of education in the same fields, or a professional degree (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CFA), with 10 years of professional experience
- Assistant Manager, Policy & Planning (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Statistics, Computer Science, Marketing or Finance (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Manpower Care Manager (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing, Finance or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Public Private Partnership & Industry Employees (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Finance, Human Resource Management, Statistics or Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Content Writer (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Mass Communication, English, Social Sciences or Computer Science (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Local Employment (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Human Resource Management, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing or Finance (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Overseas Employment (Research & Development) (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Public Policy, Marketing, Development Studies, Public Administration, Economics, Business Management, Management Sciences or Social Sciences (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university
- Assistant Manager, Finance & Resource Mobilization (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management Sciences or Social Sciences, or a professional degree (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA) (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized university, with experience in budgeting, costing, financial reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), public financial management systems, project budgeting cycles or managing large program grants
- Assistant Manager, Assessment & Quality Assurance (Lumpsum): 16 years of education in Economics, Business Administration, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Human Resource Management, Statistics, Computer Science, ICT, Marketing, Finance (including professional certifications) or Education
Eligibility Criteria for SD&ED Jobs
- Age limit is up to 50 years for General Manager posts (Sr. 1–4) and up to 40 years for Assistant Manager posts (Sr. 5–12)
- All appointments are purely on a contract basis for three years, extendable by the Competent Authority subject to satisfactory performance
- Candidates must have excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- International candidates are encouraged to apply
- Candidates already in Government or Semi-Government service must render a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Candidates holding a foreign degree must submit the equivalence certificate issued by the Higher Education Commission
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, as per the eligibility criteria
- The Department reserves the right to fill or abolish any post, or withhold the whole appointment process
- Incomplete applications will not be entertained, and no TA/DA will be admissible
- Applications must reach before the closing date, 30 November 2026
SD&ED Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Conclusion
The SD&ED Jobs 2026 offer 12 contract vacancies in the Skills Development & Entrepreneurship Department (SD&ED), Punjab, Strategic Planning Unit — 4 General Manager posts (MPS-II) at Rs. 726,290 per month plus an annual increase of Rs. 26,760, and 8 Assistant Manager posts (lumpsum) at Rs. 145,000 per month plus a 10% annual increase. Senior management and policy professionals who meet the qualification and experience requirements should submit their applications online on the prescribed form at the SD&ED portal before 30 November 2026. For more government openings, browse the Govt Jobs category, including PDA Jobs 2026, WASA Lahore Jobs 2026 and Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are announced in SD&ED Jobs 2026?
A total of 12 vacancies — 4 General Manager posts (Admin and Management, Marketing & Branding, Business Development and Finance) and 8 Assistant Manager posts (Policy & Planning, Manpower Care Manager, Public Private Partnership & Industry Employees, Content Writer, Local Employment, Overseas Employment (Research & Development), Finance & Resource Mobilization, and Assessment & Quality Assurance), one post each.
What is the last date to apply for SD&ED Jobs 2026?
The closing date of application is 30 November 2026 (Monday), as printed in the advertisement. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
What qualification is required for these posts?
General Manager posts require a PhD in the relevant field from an HEC-recognized university with 8 years of professional experience (6 years for Business Development), or 16 years of education in the relevant field with 10 years of professional experience; the Finance post also accepts a professional degree (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CFA). Assistant Manager posts require 16 years of education in the relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university, with the Finance & Resource Mobilization post additionally requiring experience in budgeting, costing, financial reporting, FP&A, public financial management or large program grants.
What is the age limit for SD&ED Jobs 2026?
The age limit is up to 50 years for General Manager posts (Sr. 1–4) and up to 40 years for Assistant Manager posts (Sr. 5–12).
Are these permanent jobs?
No. All appointments are purely on a contract basis for three years, extendable by the Competent Authority subject to satisfactory performance.
How can I apply for SD&ED Jobs?
Submit the application on the prescribed form online at sded.punjab.gov.pk/spu before 30 November 2026, attaching a detailed CV, attested copies of educational certificates/degrees and a recent passport-size photograph in PDF format. Government and Semi-Government employees must render an NOC, and foreign-degree holders must submit the HEC equivalence certificate.
Where can I read more government jobs?
See more openings in the Govt Jobs category, including PDA Jobs 2026, WASA Lahore Jobs 2026 and Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026.
