Pakistan Museum of Natural History Jobs 2025 (Islamabad) — Project Manager, Senior Civil Engineer, Assistant Directors (Accounts/Admin), Associate Engineer, Office Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Naib Qasid

 Pakistan Museum of Natural History (PMNH), Islamabad Jobs 2025

The Pakistan Museum of Natural History (PMNH), Islamabad—an organization of the Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) under the Ministry of Science & Technology—is hiring on a purely contract basis for its PSDP project “Extension of Display Exhibits, Collection Repositories Improvement and Research Facilities Enhancement at PMNH.” Positions announced include Project Manager, Senior Civil Engineer, Assistant Director (Accounts), Assistant Director (Administration), Associate Engineer, Office Assistant, Accounts Assistant, and Naib Qasid. All roles are based at Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad, with application submission through the National Job Portal (NJP) within 15 days of the advertisement.

These vacancies are ideal for experienced civil engineers, accountants, administrators, and support staff who want to contribute to a national institution that preserves Pakistan’s natural heritage and brings science to the public through modern, interactive exhibits.

Job Position Details (PPS Scale, Seats, Eligibility)

The following table consolidates the information from the advertisement and presents it in a clean, reader-friendly format for quick comparison.

📍 Duty Station: Pakistan Museum of Natural History, Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad
🧑‍💼 Employment Type: Contract under PSDP project (extendable subject to project needs and performance)
🏛️ Executing Agency: Pakistan Museum of Natural History (PMNH), an organization of Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF), Ministry of Science & Technology
🧾 Degree Recognition: All degrees/certificates must be from HEC/Government-recognized institutions; relevant registrations apply where needed
🧑‍⚖️ Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years general relaxation as per Government rules; any specific relaxation (if applicable) as per notified policy
🚫 Note: PMNH/PSF reserves the right to stop recruitment or cancel the process at any stage. No TA/DA for test/interview.
📞 Queries: 051-9249251, 051-9249252

What this project is about—and why these roles matter

PMNH is upgrading its galleries and back-of-house capability through a PSDP project that will:

• modernize display exhibits with interactive, visitor-friendly storytelling,
• strengthen collection repositories for fossils, minerals, flora, fauna and geodiversity, and
• enhance research facilities for taxonomic, ecological and conservation studies.

To pull this off, the project needs strong civil engineering leadership to deliver exhibition halls and labs safely and on time, finance professionals to keep public money compliant and auditable, and administrative and technical teams who keep workflows organized and responsive. If you enjoy working where science, education and public service meet, this recruitment is a chance to leave a visible impact in a national institution.

Role snapshots (what success looks like)

1) Project Manager (PPS-9)

• Lead overall scope, schedule and budget; track progress with realistic look-ahead plans.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP teams, exhibit designers, vendors and government stakeholders.
• Ensure quality control on civil/finishing works, safety protocols, and proper documentation (drawings, RFI/VOs, IPCs).
• Maintain audit-ready records for PC-I compliance and PSDP reporting. ✅

2) Senior Civil Engineer (PPS-8)

• Own day-to-day site supervision, bar bending schedules, BOQs, IPC verification, and snag lists.
• Check structure and finishing per drawings/specs; liaise with labs for material testing and with consultants for approvals. ✅

3) Assistant Director (Accounts) (PPS-7)

• Run books of accounts, cash/Bank/GRNs, reconciliations, vendor payments, and audit queries.
• Prepare periodic statements, utilization reports and PSDP financials; knowledge of PPRA rules is a plus. ✅

4) Assistant Director (Administration) (PPS-7)

• Manage HR files, attendance, office protocols, and procurement support (issue minutes, maintain registers, correspondence).
• Coordinate meetings, record keeping, and logistics for field/exhibition activities. ✅

5) Associate Engineer – Electrical/Mechanical (PPS-6)

• Oversee installation, testing and commissioning of electrical panels, lighting, HVAC, and exhibit-specific equipment.
• Keep preventive maintenance schedules and respond to fault calls during the build-out phase. ✅

6) Office Assistant (PPS-6)

• Draft official letters, format documents, manage e-filing, and support the project team with meeting notes and follow-ups. ✅

7) Accounts Assistant (PPS-6)

• Prepare vouchers, maintain ledgers, handle petty cash, assist in stock/asset registers, and compile files for audit. ✅

8) Naib Qasid (PPS-1)

• Support office operations, file movement, basic housekeeping, and errands with punctuality and good conduct. ✅

Who should apply (ideal profiles)

• Professionals with public-sector project experience who understand PSDP, PC-I/PC-IV, and audit trails.
• Engineers with a track record of museum, education, cultural, hospital or lab projects where finishes and MEP coordination are critical.
• Finance staff comfortable with Govt. accounting formats, PPRA basics and compliance documentation.
• Organized office administrators who can keep minutes, registers, dispatch/receipt, and digital records tidy.
• Support staff with reliable work ethic, good manners and readiness to assist multiple teams.

How to Apply (Online via NJP) — Step-by-Step

📅 Deadline: Apply within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.
🌐 Portal: National Job Portal (NJP) — njp.gov.pk

1. Create/Log in to your account on njp.gov.pk.
2. Search for “Pakistan Museum of Natural History” or the project title and open the vacancy that matches your profile.
3. Fill the online form carefully: personal data, education (with divisions/CGPA), experience (with dates/designations), and contact details.
4. Upload clear scans of CNIC, degrees/transcripts, experience certificates, and PEC/other registrations (where relevant). 📝
5. Submit the application and note the tracking/reference number.
6. Keep your phone and email active. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
7. Bring original documents when invited. No TA/DA is admissible. 📅

🔐 Important: Information entered on the NJP portal will be treated as final for merit/shortlisting. Enter accurate dates and attach recognized credentials only.

Documents checklist (before you hit “submit”) ✅

• CNIC (both sides if required)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Educational degrees & transcripts (HEC-recognized)
• Professional certifications/registrations (e.g., PEC for engineers)
• Experience certificates on official letterhead with dates & duties
• Domicile (if asked at scrutiny stage)
• Any NOC if serving in government/semi-government/autonomous bodies

Selection & general conditions

• Shortlisting will be strictly on merit against the advertised eligibility.
• Engagement is project-based and extendable subject to satisfactory performance and project funds.
• The organization may increase/decrease posts or cancel recruitment without assigning reason.
• Age relaxation: 5 years general relaxation as per rules; any specific relaxation where admissible by Government policy.