Career Opportunities at Health and Population Department Punjab – Apply Now!

Department	Health and Population Department, Government of Punjab
Name of Posts	1. Communication Officer (Social & Digital) (PPS-08, 1 Post) 2. Social and Gender Officer (PPS-08, 1 Post)
Qualification	1. Communication Officer: Master’s degree (16 years education) in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media, or related field (HEC-recognized). 2. Social and Gender Officer: Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Development, or related field (HEC-recognized).
Experience	For both posts: Minimum 3 years of verifiable experience in the relevant field. Preference for candidates with development project experience (especially foreign-funded projects). Communication Officer: Expertise in social/digital media and communication strategies.
Apply online	www.nts.org.pk
Last Date	16/05/2025
Ad source	www.nts.org.pk

Available Positions:

1. Communication Officer (Social & Digital)

   • Qualification: Master’s degree (16 years of education) in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media, or related field (HEC-recognized).

   • Experience: 3+ years in communication strategies, social/digital media, and development projects (foreign-assisted preferred).

   • Post Scale: PPS 08 (1 post).

2. Social and Gender Officer

   • Qualification: Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Development, or related field (HEC-recognized).

   • Experience: 3+ years in relevant field; development project experience preferred.

   • Post Scale: PPS 08 (1 post).

Key Details:

• Project: World Bank-funded Punjab Family Planning Program (PFPP).

• Contract Basis: Non-transferable, post-specific vacancies.

• Application: Terms of Reference (ToRs) available on PS Health Punjab and World Bank website.

• Encouraged Applicants: Females and transgender candidates.

• Note: Government employees must apply through proper channels; only HEC-recognized degrees accepted

Application Process:

1. Apply Online: Visit the National Testing Services (NTS) website at www.nts.org.pk to fill out the application form online.
2. Pay Fee: Pay the required test fee. Payment can be made through:
   • 1Link 1Bill
   • Participating banks
   • ATMs
   • Internet banking
   • Mobile banking
   • Easy Paisa
   • Jazz Cash
   • TCS Express Counters
3. Submit Documents via Courier: Send the following documents directly to the NTS office address mentioned on the application form using a courier service:
   • The completed online application form (duly filled in).
   • The original deposit slip confirming fee payment (in favour of National Testing Services).
   • A copy of your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card).
   • Two recent passport-size photographs.

Important Dates and Requirements:

• Submission Deadline: Complete applications must reach the NTS office by May 16, 2025.
• Completeness: Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline (including after closing office hours on the last day) will not be accepted.

Post-Submission Information:

• Test Date Communication: Only eligible or shortlisted candidates will be informed of the written test date by NTS.
• Qualifying Score: Candidates must score at least 50% marks in the NTS test to qualify.
• Further Shortlisting: If a large number of candidates qualify, the appointing authority may set a higher threshold or ratio for further selection.

Additional Information:

• The advertisement can also be downloaded from:
  • Health and Population Department website: https://pshealthpunjab.gov.pk/Home/Jobs
  • World Bank website