School Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026-Multiple posts- Apply Online

Applications are invited for School Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026 under the Strategic Management Unit (SMU) for the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Programme (2026-27). This recruitment drive includes 52 temporary contract vacancies based at the SMU office in Lahore and in CEO and Deputy DEO offices across 13 selected districts in Punjab. Interested candidates looking for government jobs in Punjab can apply online through the official portal before the closing date.

Overview

Detail	Information
Organization	Strategic Management Unit (SMU), School Education Department Punjab
Program Title	Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Programme (2026-27)
Employment Type	Contract / Project-based
Total Positions	52 Posts
Duty Locations	Lahore, Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Chiniot, Dera Ghazi Khan, Kot Addu, Layyah, Lodhran, Mianwali, Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Taunsa, Vehari
Application Method	Online via jobs.pesrp.edu.pk
Application Deadline	10-08-2026

Vacancies

Position Name	Seats	Duty Location	Duration
Program Coordinator	01	SMU SED, Lahore	11 Months
Data Analyst	01	SMU SED, Lahore	11 Months
Assistant Manager Finance	01	SMU SED, Lahore	11 Months
Program Associate	02	SMU SED, Lahore	10 Months
IT Associate	02	SMU SED, Lahore	08 Months
District Coordinator	13	CEO Offices of Concerned DEA	08 Months
Tehsil Coordinator	28	Office of Concerned Deputy DEO	08 Months
Complaint Handling Agent	01	SMU SED, Lahore	08 Months
Office Boy	03	SMU SED, Lahore	11 Months

Salary and Employment Terms

All positions offered under the School Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026 are purely contract-based project positions for fixed tenures ranging from 8 months to 11 months under the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Programme (2026-27). The advertisement does not mention the salary scale or age limit for these positions.

Eligibility Criteria and Post Details

Below are the detailed qualification and experience requirements for each advertised post:

• Program Coordinator (01 Post): Minimum 16 years of education in Management Sciences, Public & Business Administration, Social Sciences, Humanities, or equivalent. Minimum 06 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in the public sector. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite and data management tools.
• Data Analyst (01 Post): Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or related field. Minimum 2 years of experience in data analysis, with proficiency in MS Excel, SQL, R/Python, and data visualization tools.
• Assistant Manager Finance (01 Post): Minimum 16 years of education in Finance or Accounting (MBA Finance, CA, ACMA, M.Com, or equivalent). Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in the public sector, with strong proficiency in MS Office and financial reporting tools.
• Program Associate (02 Posts): Minimum 16 years of education in Management Sciences, Public & Business Administration, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Computer Science, Humanities, or equivalent. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience and proficiency in MS Office.
• IT Associate (02 Posts): Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent. Minimum 2 years of experience in IT support, hardware/software troubleshooting, network administration, operating systems, and basic cybersecurity.
• District Coordinator (13 Posts): Minimum 16 years of education in Management Sciences, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Computer Science, or Humanities. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience and MS Office proficiency. Based in CEO Offices of District Education Authorities across 13 selected districts in Punjab.
• Tehsil Coordinator (28 Posts): Minimum 16 years of education in relevant disciplines and 2 years of experience. Based in offices of Deputy DEO in assigned tehsils.
• Complaint Handling Agent (01 Post): Minimum 16 years of education in Social Sciences, Sciences, IT, or Management. Minimum 1 year of experience in complaint management, data handling, and communication.
• Office Boy (03 Posts): Literate candidates with minimum 1 year of relevant office support experience.

Important Confirmed Instructions

• Detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be downloaded from the official SED website at www.schools.punjab.gov.pk/jobs.
• Candidates serving in Government or Autonomous bodies must apply through proper channels.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for tests or interviews.
• No TA or DA will be paid for attending the test or interview.
• The competent authority reserves the right to change vacancy numbers or cancel recruitment without notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline for School Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026?

The last date to submit online applications is August 10, 2026.

Which districts are covered under this project?

The program covers 13 districts: Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Chiniot, Dera Ghazi Khan, Kot Addu, Layyah, Lodhran, Mianwali, Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Taunsa, and Vehari.

How can applicants apply for these vacancies?

Applicants must submit their applications online through the PESRP portal at jobs.pesrp.edu.pk. Hard copy applications are not accepted.

Are these permanent government jobs?

No, these are fixed-duration contract positions ranging between 8 and 11 months under the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Programme (2026-27).

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