Campus Manager (BPS-20)

About the Job

Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), Islamabad, is seeking a dynamic, highly qualified, and experienced professional for the position of Campus Manager. This is a senior-level administrative role (BPS-20 equivalent) offered on a contract basis with a fixed salary to be decided by the University Syndicate.

The selected candidate will be entrusted with the critical responsibility of managing the overall security, maintenance, and administrative peace of the QAU Campus, its student hostels, and connected facilities. The ultimate goal of this role is to spearhead strategic initiatives for the betterment, safety, and smooth operational functioning of the university.

Key Details

• Position: Campus Manager
• Scale/BPS: BPS-20 (On contract with a fixed salary to be decided by the Syndicate)
• Quota: Open Merit
• Number of Posts: 01
• Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Required Qualification & Experience

• Education: Masters or equivalent degree, preferably in Management, Administration, Education Planning & Management.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
• Specific Grade Experience: Must have at least seven (7) years of experience in BPS-18 preferably in an Educational Institution or similar organization of a repute at National or International level.
• Preferred Background: Candidates who have professional experience and served in a professional organization on a higher cadre will be given preference etc.
• Special Preference: Retired Army, Police, or other law enforcement agencies will be preferred.
• Key Skills: Strong communication and analytical skills, leadership qualities, and an in-depth knowledge of codal formalities and civil servants' rules and procedures.

Instructions & Conditions

The applicants are necessarily required to do/submit:

1. Application Submission: Applicants must download and submit two copies of the applications on the prescribed proformas (to be downloaded from www.qau.edu.pk or the proformas may be obtained from Registrar Office - Establishment Section).
2. Required Documents: Applications must be accompanied by attested copies of degrees/certificates, experience certificates, CNIC, and two (2) recent photographs. They must be fully bound.
3. Application Fee: Applications must be accompanied by a pay order, bank draft (any bank) OR a paid challan only from HBL, Quaid-i-Azam University branch for Rs. 4000/- (non-refundable) drawn in favour of Treasurer, Quaid-i-Azam University.
4. Interview Format: This is a Walk-in-Interview. Candidates must appear before the Selection Search Committee, QAU on 04-06-2026 at the Syndicate Room.
5. Pre-Email Requirement: Application performas duly filled & completed in all respect must be emailed at ar_estt@qau.edu.pk 03-days before interview date as well.
6. Government Servants: Applicants already working in Government, Semi Government organizations/autonomous bodies should apply through proper channel by due date along with service certificate issued by their present and former employer duly attested otherwise their application will not be entertained.
7. Rules & Regulations: The selected candidate will be governed by the Quaid-i-Azam University Service Statues and rules/regulations amended from time to time.
8. University Rights: University reserves the rights to fill any position/withhold appointment against any advertised position or to accept / reject any application without assigning any reason.
9. Candidature Cancellation: Application-incomplete in any aspect or non appearance before the Selection Board on above date will lead cancellation of candidature.
10. Finality: Only short listed candidates will be called for interview by the Selection Board. Eligible candidates are encouraged to appear for walk-in-interview. All applications are treated as a confidential document and will be weeded out in due course of time after making appointments. The decision of the University shall remain binding in all cases.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step

• Step 1: Get the Form > Download the application proforma from www.qau.edu.pk or visit the Registrar Office (Establishment Section) at QAU.
• Step 2: Pay the Fee > Secure a pay order or bank draft (from any bank) OR deposit Rs. 4000/- via a paid challan directly at the HBL QAU Branch, drawn in favor of the Treasurer, Quaid-i-Azam University.
• Step 3: Compile Your Documents > Prepare two complete, fully bound sets of your application form, attested degrees, experience letters, CNIC, and 2 passport-sized photos. Attach your payment tool (original bank draft, pay order, or paid challan) to the paperwork.
• Step 4: Email the Advance Copy > Email your completed proforma to ar_estt@qau.edu.pk no later than June 1, 2026 (3 days prior to the walk-in date).
• Step 5: Attend the Walk-in-Interview > Bring your two bound application sets and original documents to the Syndicate Room, QAU on June 4, 2026.

Expert Advice for Applicants

• Highlight Law Enforcement or Campus Security Background: Because this BPS-20 role pivots heavily on campus and hostel security, the selection committee is actively looking for administrative authority. If you are retired military or law enforcement personnel, ensure your rank, command experience, and crisis-management skills are front and center on your CV.
• Master the "Codal Formalities": The description explicitly mentions needing an "in-depth knowledge of codal formalities and civil servants rules." Expect interview questions testing your knowledge of government procurement (PPRA rules), disciplinary procedures, and public sector administrative frameworks.
• Don't Miss the Email Deadline: Do not just show up on June 4th. Missing the advance email submission to ar_estt@qau.edu.pk by June 1st could technically disqualify your paperwork before you even step into the Syndicate Room.