About the role
The Government of Balochistan is seeking a Chairman for the Balochistan Technical Education and Vocational Assessment Board (BTEVAB), through A. F. Ferguson & Co., Chartered Accountants, a member firm of the PwC network.
BTEVAB is being established under the Balochistan Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (BTEVTA) as the province's unified assessment body for technical and vocational education. It will bring assessments and certification together to deliver independent, consistent and high-quality evaluation standards aligned with the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) and the National Vocational Qualifications Framework (NVQF).
The Chairman will provide strategic governance and statutory leadership for technical and vocational assessment, examinations, certification and qualifications recognition in Balochistan. The role involves bringing the Technical and Vocational Wings under unified leadership, steering the Board towards national recognition as a Qualification Awarding Body by NAVTTC, and establishing a credible assessment and certification system trusted by learners, employers and industry.
The position offers the opportunity to build an institution, shape its vision and standards, improve the skills and employability of Balochistan's workforce, and leave an enduring legacy. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.
Key responsibilities include:
- Translate BTEVAB's mandate into institutional priorities, governance arrangements and measurable assessment, examination and certification outcomes.
- Consolidate technical and vocational examinations and certification into a unified provincial board, eliminating duplication across standards, records and certificates.
- Oversee the Technical and Vocational Wings as Controllers of Examinations, ensuring coordinated planning, standardized calendars and consistent administration across institutes, assessment centres and partners.
- Develop, approve and periodically review assessment frameworks, examination schemes, tools, marking criteria and quality assurance protocols.
- Align assessment requirements with curricula, occupational standards, emerging technologies, industry practices and workforce needs.
- Oversee secure, fair and transparent examination processes, including paper development, examiner and invigilator controls, confidentiality, malpractice prevention and grievance redressal.
- Manage result processing, certification awards, timely and accurate certificate issuance, authenticity and verification.
- Lead digital modernization of assessment, examinations, certification and records management, with secure data controls and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, budgeting, procurement and risk management requirements aligned with BTEVAB's mandate.
- Engage government, industry, employers, national and international bodies, and development partners to strengthen recognition and acceptance of provincial qualifications.
- Establish performance monitoring to drive continuous improvement and qualification recognition.
Posts and vacancies
- Chairman, Balochistan Technical Education and Vocational Assessment Board.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold a master's degree in Management or Social Sciences from an institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the public sector, private sector or both is required. Experience should be in institutional administration, education governance, assessment and certification, organizational management or comparable leadership work. Experience in Technical and Vocational Education and Training is preferred.
Candidates should have five years of experience in leadership or C-suite roles, institutional functions or complex operations. The maximum age is 55 years by the application closing date.
How to apply
Visit https://www.affco.com.pk/Recruitment to view the detailed job description and apply for the role. Recruitment is being conducted through A. F. Ferguson & Co.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No travelling or daily allowance will be admissible for interviews.
Important dates
The last date for submission of applications is 22 November 2026.
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