Vacancy Announcement for the Post of Vice Chancellor

The Government of Punjab, Higher Education Department invites applications from highly accomplished, qualified, and motivated professionals for the position of Vice Chancellor at the following Public Sector University:

1. University of Home Economics (Women Applicants Only)

Essential Requirements

The Vice Chancellor will serve as the principal executive and academic officer of the university. The responsibilities include promoting teaching, research, publications, and ensuring efficient administration and excellence in university operations. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Age Limit:

   • Must not exceed 65 years of age as of the last date for submission of applications.

2. Educational Qualification:

   • A PhD degree from an HEC-recognized or UNESCO-listed institution.

3. Professional Experience:

   • Senior-level academic, research, or management leadership experience.

4. Research and Publications:

   • A distinguished record of research and publications.

5. Additional Requirements:

   • Submission of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer before the interview.

Detailed qualifications, experience, and short-listing criteria are available at www.hed.punjab.gov.pk.

Terms of Appointment & Salary

• Appointment Duration:

  • The Vice Chancellor will be appointed for a term of four years and serve at the discretion of the Chancellor.

• Salary:

  • The appointee will receive a salary equivalent to that of a Professor on the Tenure Track System, as approved by the Government.

Application Submission Requirements

Interested professionals are encouraged to apply using the prescribed proforma available at www.hed.punjab.gov.pk. The application must include:

1. Certified Documents:

   • Copies of educational certificates, degrees, and diplomas.

2. Experience Certificates:

   • Certified teaching and administrative experience issued by the concerned Registrar/Admin/HR Office. Notifications of postings will not be accepted.

3. Research Publications:

   • List of HEC-recognized research publications, along with certified copies of the first page and index of recognized journals.

4. Curriculum Vitae (CV):

   • A detailed CV highlighting eligibility criteria and personal attributes. Start with academic qualifications, grades, and institutions attended, beginning with SSC/O Level.

5. Photographs:

   • Three recent passport-sized photographs.

6. Proforma Copies:

   • Seven additional copies of the filled proforma must accompany the main application.

Application Submission Process

• Address the completed application, along with supporting documents and resume, to:

  Secretary, Higher Education Department/Secretary of the Search Committee
  Higher Education Department, Old DPI Building, New Anarkali, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

• Deadline: Applications must be submitted no later than 26-12-2024 during office hours. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.

• Interview Process:

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for an in-person interview. Interviews via video conferencing (e.g., Skype, WhatsApp) will not be permitted, except for candidates currently employed abroad.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:

• Phone: +92-42-9210039, +92-42-9210042

• Mobile: 0322-6590009

Secretary, Higher Education Department
New Anarkali, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
IPL Number: 10557