The Punjab School Education Department has announced 52 contract-based job opportunities under the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Program for the 2026-27 period. The vacancies have been introduced through the department’s Strategic Management Unit.
The recruitment drive includes positions in administration, finance, information technology, data management, and field coordination. These jobs will be available in Lahore and selected districts across Punjab.
The newly announced positions are aimed at supporting the management and implementation of the schools meal program. The department will hire candidates for different roles based on their qualifications and professional experience.
The contracts for these jobs will be offered for periods between eight and 11 months. The duration will depend on the requirements of each position.
Available Vacancies
The department has announced openings for several positions. These include:
- Program Coordinator – 1 vacancy
- Data Analyst – 1 vacancy
- Assistant Manager Finance – 1 vacancy
- Program Associate – 2 vacancies
- IT Associate – 2 vacancies
- District Coordinator – 13 vacancies
- Tehsil Coordinator – 28 vacancies
- Complaint Handling Agent – 1 vacancy
- Office Boy – 3 vacancies
The available positions include both professional roles and support staff jobs. Candidates can apply for positions that match their education and experience.
Eligibility Requirements
Most professional positions require candidates to have at least 16 years of education in a relevant field. Applicants must also have a minimum of two years of related work experience.
For the Data Analyst position, candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a similar subject. Applicants must also have knowledge of tools such as Excel, SQL, R, Python, and data visualization software.
Senior-level positions have higher experience requirements. The Program Coordinator role requires six years of relevant experience. The Assistant Manager Finance position requires at least five years of professional experience.
For the Office Boy position, applicants must be literate and should have one year of relevant work experience.
Districts Covered
The program will be implemented in selected districts of Punjab. These areas include Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Chiniot, Dera Ghazi Khan, Kot Addu, Layyah, Lodhran, Mianwali, Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Taunsa, and Vehari.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal. Applicants must upload their CV, CNIC, educational documents, and experience certificates.
The department has stated that applications submitted through hand delivery or courier services will not be accepted. Only online applications submitted through the official portal will be considered.
The Punjab School Education Department has advised applicants to carefully check the eligibility criteria before applying. Candidates should ensure that all required documents are uploaded correctly.
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The recruitment is part of the government’s efforts to improve the administration and operation of the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Program. The selected candidates will help manage different areas of the initiative during the 2026-27 period.
