Directorate General Wildlife & Parks Punjab Jobs — 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 ”) 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.
| Posted On | November 7, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Wildlife & Parks Department |
| Location | Lahore |
| Job Type | Punjab Government |
| Address | Director General, Punjab Wildlife & Parks Department, 2-Sanda Road, Lahore |
| Last Date | November 24, 2025 |
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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
- Total Jobs 6 Jobs
- Category Accounting / Finance, Computer, DAE, Engineering, Pharmaceutical
- Location Lahore