| Department | Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Ministry of Water Resources, Pakistan |
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| Name of Posts | Chairman WAPDA (5-year contract) |
| Qualification | – Graduate degree in Engineering (HEC-recognized); OR – Master’s in Business Administration/Management/Public Administration/Finance; OR – Member of a recognized accounting body; OR – Civil servant (BPS-21+) / armed forces officer (equivalent rank). |
| Experience | – Minimum 25 years of professional experience. – At least 8 years in a senior/top managerial/administrative role. |
| Apply online | Download application form from: – Ministry of Water Resources – WAPDA Submit via post to the Section Officer (Admin), Ministry of Water Resources. |
| Last Date | Within 15 days from the advertisement date (check newspaper/ad for exact deadline). |
| Ad source | – PID(1)8920/24 – Published in leading Pakistani newspapers. |
Chairman WAPDA job opportunity:
Position: Chairman WAPDA
Organization: Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA)
Tenure: 5 years (contract basis)
Eligibility Criteria:
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Education:
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Graduate degree in Engineering (HEC-recognized); OR
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Master’s in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Finance, or equivalent; OR
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Member of a recognized professional accounting body; OR
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Civil servant in BPS-21 or above / equivalent rank in armed forces.
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Experience:
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Minimum 25 years of professional experience, including 8 years in a senior/top managerial/administrative role.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee water & hydel power projects under WAPDA Act 1958.
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Manage administrative, financial, and technical functions of WAPDA.
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Lead water, power, and finance wings of the Authority.
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Liaise with national/international agencies, ministries, and regulators for project execution.
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Perform other duties assigned by the Ministry of Water Resources/Federal Government.
Remuneration:
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Civil Servants/WAPDA Officers: BPS-22 (MP-I Scale).
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Armed Forces Officers: Existing pay & allowances.
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Other Candidates: MP-I Scale pay & allowances.
Application Process:
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Submit prescribed application form (available on MoWR & WAPDA).
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Deadline: Within 15 days of advertisement publication.
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Send to: Section Officer (Admin), Ministry of Water Resources.
Quota: Open Merit
Contact: 051-9210482
This is a high-profile leadership role for professionals with extensive experience in water/power sectors, administration, or finance. Apply promptly if eligible!
