Assistant Engineer (Accounts) (PPS-07)
Directorate General of Archaeology
Jhelum, Punjab
Posted
May 6, 2026
Apply By
May 18, 2026
Positions
1 Position
About the job
Directorate General of Archaeology seeks Assistant Engineer (Accounts) for Rohtas Fort heritage preservation project. Master in Finance with 5+ years accounting experience required. Temporary contractual appointment with project-based compensation.
Qualifications
Master Degree or Equivalent (16 years education) in Finance from HEC recognized University
Experience Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant field
Key Responsibilities
- • Manage project financial accounts and budgeting
- • Maintain accounting records and documentation
- • Prepare financial reports and statements
- • Monitor project expenditures and costs
- • Process financial transactions and payments
- • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies
- • Coordinate with project management and administrative teams
Requirements
- ✓ Master Degree or Equivalent (16 years education) in Finance from HEC recognized University
- ✓ Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance field
- ✓ Age limit: 40 years
- ✓ Punjab Province domicile required
- ✓ Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management
- ✓ Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office
- ✓ Excellent numerical and analytical skills
What we offer
- ✓ Contractual appointment (temporary, non-transferable)
- ✓ Lump-sum salary with 5% annual increment
- ✓ No pension benefits
- ✓ Project-specific appointment
- ✓ Work on heritage preservation projects
About Directorate General of Archaeology
The Directorate General of Archaeology, part of the Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department under the Government of Punjab, is responsible for preservation, conservation, and management of archaeological sites and heritage monuments in Punjab. The department manages globally recognized heritage sites including Rohtas Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), protecting Pakistan's rich cultural and historical legacy through professional project management and administration.
The Directorate General of Archaeology, Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department, Government of Punjab invites applications from suitable candidates with Punjab Province domicile for the position of Assistant Engineer (Accounts). This is a specialized financial and accounts role supporting the preservation and restoration of Rohtas Fort in Jhelum. The successful candidate will manage financial operations and accounting activities for this critical World Heritage conservation project.
Original Job Posting
GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB
DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
TOURISM, ARCHAEOLOGY AND MUSEUM DEPARTMENT
2. Preservation / Restoration, Improvement, Management and Upgradation of World Heritage Site Derawar Fort, District Bahawalpure.
| Sr. No. | NAME OF POST | Project wise detail of posts | Age Limit | QUALIFICATION | EXPERIENCE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Assistant Engineer (Accounts) (PPS-07) | Rohtas Fort : 01 | 40 | Master Degree or Equivalent (16 years education) in Finance for HEC recognized University. | Minimum 5 year experience in the relevant field. |
2. These appointments are temporary in nature, non-transferable, non-pensionable, job/post specific and conferring no right for regularization.
3. Offered salary against each post is on lump-sum basis (including all allowances) with annual increment 5% in Project Pay Scale.
4. Prior NOC for government servants / semi government servants is required to apply against these posts.
5. Incomplete applications will be rejected and only short listed candidates shall be intimated / called for interview.
6. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for interview.
7. Applications must be submitted by 18-05-2026 and any application after due date shall not be considered.
8. Competent Authority reserves the right to decrease the number of positions / posts or cancel recruitment of all or any post(s) / position(s) without assigning the reason(s).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the Punjab Job Portal (www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk). Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. No TA/DA will be paid for interview attendance. Applications must be received by 18-05-2026. Contact: Directorate General of Archaeology, 60-A, Garden Block, Garden Town, Lahore. Phone: 042-99233357-58.
Key Details
Positions
1 Position
Location
Jhelum, Punjab
Website
https://www.punjab.gov.pkDeadline
May 18, 2026
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