Senior Team Lead (R&D Secretariat)

About the role

Power Planning & Monitoring Company (PPMC) provides policy and technical support to the Ministry of Energy (Power Division). Its mandate covers integrated planning of Pakistan's power sector, developing and implementing strategic plans for the sector, and administering, monitoring and evaluating the performance of power sector entities under approved policies and plans.

PPMC invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Senior Team Lead in its R&D Secretariat. The first three months will be on probation, after which employment will continue according to company policy.

Candidates must have strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, drafting, analytical, problem-solving and IT skills. They must be able to prioritise tasks, work well under pressure and exercise sound judgement based on accurate and timely analysis. Detailed job responsibilities are available on the PPMC website at www.ppmc.gov.pk/jobs

The selected candidate will be offered a market-based, competitive remuneration package that matches their skills and experience, in line with company policy.

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Eligibility

• A bachelor's degree (required) or master's degree (preferred) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline from a PEC-accredited institution, or any other relevant degree from a recognised university.

• At least 8 years of post-qualification professional experience in the power sector, power planning, hydropower, renewable energy, power-system studies, R&D, innovation, project development, project management or donor-funded programmes.

• Strong knowledge of Pakistan's power sector, including generation, transmission, distribution, sector planning, the regulatory framework, energy transition, renewables, energy storage and institutional reform.

• Excellent analytical, drafting, communication, presentation, coordination, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of donor-funded programmes, public-sector procedures, procurement processes, project monitoring, applied research, emerging technologies and international best practices in the energy sector will be an advantage.

• The maximum age limit is 50 years as on the closing date. No age relaxation will be allowed.

How to apply

• Apply online through the PPMC website (www.ppmc.gov.pk/jobs using the prescribed application format.

• Upload a detailed CV, educational certificates, experience certificates, CNIC and a photograph.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

• PPMC reserves the right to cancel the process at any stage without giving any reason and without any liability.

Contact office: Chief Corporate Services and Coordination, PPMC, Office No. 112, 1st Floor, Evacuee Trust Complex, Agha Khan Road, F-5/1, Islamabad.

Important dates

• Last date for submission of applications: 2 November 2026