Vacancy Announcement: Executive Director, Lok Virsa
Organization: Government of Pakistan, National Heritage and Culture Division, Islamabad
Position: Executive Director, Lok Virsa (National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage)
Key Details:
- Pay Package: Equivalent to MP-II as per Finance Division's guidelines
- Tenure: Contract-based, initially for 3 years, extendable by up to 2 years based on satisfactory performance
- Age Limit: Maximum of 62 years (as of the closing date for application submission)
Minimum Qualification & Experience:
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Option 1:
PhD in relevant fields (Sociology, Ethnology, Anthropology, Folklore, Management Sciences, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or related disciplines) from an HEC-recognized university or equivalent foreign qualification, with 10 years of relevant professional experience.
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Option 2:
Master's degree in the same relevant fields from an HEC-recognized university or equivalent foreign qualification, with 14 years of relevant professional experience.
- Additional Consideration:
Knowledge or research in art and culture will be considered as an added experience.
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Note:
Candidates with foreign qualifications must obtain an equivalence certificate from HEC before final selection.
Application Process:
- Submit applications using the prescribed proforma, along with attested copies of educational and other relevant documents.
- Applications must be sent within 15 days of the advertisement's publication.
- Government employees should apply through the proper channel.
Selection Process:
- Eligibility and selection will be made according to government policy.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided for the interview.
- Selected candidates from government or autonomous bodies will be required to resign or retire before taking up the new assignment.
Additional Information:
- The application form, job description, and details about the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (NIFTH) are available at:
- Candidates can also apply through the National Job Portal: https://njp.gov.pk
Contact Information:
Section Officer (Heritage-II)
National Heritage and Culture Division
4th Floor, Kohsar Block, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad
Phone: 051-9222759
PID(1)1948/2024