More Information
- Address Director General, Punjab Wildlife & Parks Department, 2-Sanda Road, Lahore
| Posted On | |
|---|---|
| Organization | |
| Location: | |
| Job Type: | |
| Last Date: | |
| Job Alert | Join Whatsapp Channel |
Directorate General Wildlife & Parks Punjab Jobs 2025 — Project Director, Lead Wildlife Veterinarian, Director Monitoring & Rewilding, Conservation Officer, Wildlife Ecologist, Data Controller & Analyst, Documentation Controller
Looking for meaningful public-sector work in biodiversity, conservation, and eco-tourism? The Directorate General (Wildlife & Parks), Government of the Punjab has announced multiple contract vacancies under three development projects: Revamping & Experience Development of Bahawalpur Zoo, Punjab Wildlife Conservation & Habitat Restoration Program, and Development of Eco-Tourism Facilities at Lal Suhanra National Park & the Salt Range. Positions include Project Director, Lead Wildlife Veterinarian, Director Monitoring & Rewilding, Conservation Officer, Wildlife Ecologist, Data Controller & Analyst, and Documentation Controller—based in Punjab, Pakistan with head office correspondence in Lahore. This comprehensive hiring round (the key phrase many candidates search for is “Directorate General Wildlife & Parks Punjab Jobs 2025”) is purely on contract, extendable on performance, and offers a rare chance to contribute to wildlife protection, habitat restoration, and visitor experience across Punjab’s most iconic sites.
Punjab’s biodiversity is under pressure from urbanization, climate change, and fragmented habitats. The three projects funded by the Government of the Punjab target real outcomes: upgrading Bahawalpur Zoo for animal welfare and public education; restoring landscapes through community-based conservancies; and improving visitor infrastructure and interpretation at Lal Suhanra National Park and the Salt Range. Whether you’re a zoologist, wildlife manager, ecologist, data professional, or documentation specialist, these positions put your skills to work where they count.
Position Details (Quick View)
| Sr. | Project / Post | PPS | No. of Posts | Max Age | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1) Revamping & Experience Development of Bahawalpur Zoo | |||||
| 1 | Project Director | 9 | 01 | 40 Years | Minimum 16 years’ education in Zoology, Wildlife Management, or a relevant field, with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in wildlife management, conservation projects, or zoo management. |
| 2 | Lead Wildlife Veterinarian | 8 | 01 | 40 Years | DVM from a recognized university with five years’ experience in BS-17 or equivalent (wildlife veterinary practice); valid registration with the Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC). Private sector wildlife practice experience in BS-17 or equivalent is acceptable; valid PVMC registration is mandatory. |
| 2) Punjab Wildlife Conservation & Habitat Restoration Program (Community-Based Conservancies & Implementation Partners) | |||||
| 3 | Project Director | 10 | 01 | 50 Years | PhD (Zoology/Wildlife Management) with 12 years’ service in Grade-17 or above and at least 3 years in project execution/implementation; or MPhil (Zoology or equivalent) with 15 years’ service in Grade-17 or above and significant experience in execution/implementation for at least 3–4 years. |
| 4 | Director Monitoring & Rewilding | 9 | 01 | 50 Years | PhD (Zoology/Wildlife Management) with 10 years’ service in Grade-17 or above and at least 3 years in execution/implementation; or MPhil (Zoology or equivalent) with 12 years’ service in Grade-17 or above and at least three years in project execution/implementation. |
| 5 | Conservation Officer | 8 | 04 | 40 Years | At least 16 years’ education in Ecology, Zoology, Wildlife Management, or an equivalent qualification, with a minimum of five years’ relevant experience in conservation field operations. |
| 6 | Wildlife Ecologist | 8 | 01 | 40 Years | At least 16 years’ education in Ecology, Zoology, or Wildlife Management (or equivalent) with five years’ relevant experience in ecological surveys, assessments, and habitat restoration planning. |
| 7 | Data Controller & Analyst | 7 | 01 | 35 Years | 16 years’ education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from an HEC-recognized university; at least 3 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in data management, analysis, validation, and reporting. Hands-on with analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, or advanced Excel). Database systems like SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle; experience with MIS, project data handling, and performance dashboards preferred. |
| 3) Development of Eco-Tourism Facilities at Lal Suhanra National Park & Salt Range | |||||
| 8 | Project Director | 9 | 01 | 40 Years | Minimum 16 years’ education in Zoology, Wildlife Management, or a relevant field with at least five years’ post-qualification experience in wildlife management, conservation projects, or zoo/national park management. |
| 9 | Documentation Controller | 7 | 01 | 40 Years | Minimum 16 years’ education from a recognized university; typing speed of 40 words per minute; at least one year of post-qualification experience in documentation control/records management. |
What each role typically does (for clarity)
- Project Director (PPS-9/10) — Leads project planning, budgets, procurement, team supervision, and stakeholder coordination; ensures compliance with government rules and safeguards; steers monitoring & evaluation; reports to the Directorate and donor forums.
- Lead Wildlife Veterinarian (PPS-8) — Oversees veterinary care, preventive medicine, nutrition, enrichment, and quarantine protocols for zoo and rescued wildlife; trains keepers; maintains PVMC standards and welfare SOPs.
- Director Monitoring & Rewilding (PPS-9) — Designs and leads rewilding and species recovery frameworks, population monitoring, telemetry, and community engagement for human-wildlife coexistence; produces evidence-based policy inputs.
- Conservation Officer (PPS-8) — Executes field operations: patrolling, habitat restoration, anti-poaching coordination, community outreach, and biodiversity surveys; assists in micro-plans for conservancies.
- Wildlife Ecologist (PPS-8) — Conducts ecological assessments, habitat modeling, camera-trapping, line-transects, and species inventories; guides restoration prescriptions aligned with landscape ecology.
- Data Controller & Analyst (PPS-7) — Maintains MIS, data pipelines, QA/QC, and dashboards; develops reproducible analytics in Excel/Python/R; manages SQL databases and reporting for decision-making.
- Documentation Controller (PPS-7) — Controls records, correspondence, contract files, and technical documentation; ensures versioning, indexing, and audit readiness; supports procurement and compliance files.
Eligibility & Documents
✅ Eligibility Basics
- Meet the education and experience listed for each post.
- Stay within the maximum age limits mentioned above.
- Government/Semi-Government employees must apply through proper channel with a valid NOC.
- Posts are project-based; continuation depends on satisfactory performance and project timelines.
- The Department may increase/decrease posts or withhold recruitment without notice.
📝 Required Documents (attested copies)
- Educational degrees and transcripts (HEC-recognized).
- Experience certificates detailing roles and duration.
- Valid CNIC.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- For the Lead Wildlife Veterinarian, attach PVMC registration proof.
- Any other supporting credentials (training, certifications, publications).
How to Apply
📮 Submission Method:
Send your application on plain paper (clearly stating the post you are applying for and the project name) with all attested copies of required documents via registered post/courier to:
Director General, Wildlife & Parks Department
2-Sanda Road, Lahore (Punjab, Pakistan)
👥 Shortlisting & Interview:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through letter/SMS/call for test/interview. Please bring original documents at the time of interview. No TA/DA is admissible.
⚖️ Recruitment Policy:
Appointments will be made according to the relevant rules/policy for the gestation period of the projects. The Department reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule interviews (e.g., on local holidays) and to increase/decrease posts or leave any vacancy unfilled without assigning a reason.
Punjab Wildlife & Parks Department
Public Wildlife and Parks Department Jobs - Government of Punjab
(0)
Company Information
- Total Jobs 5 Jobs
- Category Accounting / Finance, Computer, DAE, Engineering, Pharmaceutical
- Location Lahore
