Director QEC at Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam 2026

About the Job

Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam is a public sector university located in Tandojam, Sindh, Pakistan. The university is a leading institution in agricultural education, research, and development in the region and is governed under the rules and regulations of the Government of Sindh.

SAU Tandojam is inviting applications for the post of Director, Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) on a tenure-based contract. The Quality Enhancement Cell is responsible for implementing internal and external quality assurance frameworks, managing academic accreditation processes, and ensuring compliance with Higher Education Commission (HEC) quality standards. Applications must be submitted online through the university's official jobs portal at jobs.sau.edu.pk along with the non-refundable application processing fee. The last date for submission of applications is 30 June 2026.

Job Details

Qualification and Experience Required

• Ph.D from an HEC recognised university
• 10 years of teaching, research, or administrative experience at BPS-17 or above in government or autonomous organizations or universities
• Strong understanding of strategizing and implementing quality assurance frameworks, external quality assurance, and accreditation standards

Terms and Conditions

• Applications must be submitted online at jobs.sau.edu.pk — hard copies of application, CV, or documents will not be accepted
• Non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 3,000 must be deposited in HBL Account No. 00847901232801 (Account Title: SAU OWN RES)
• Government employees must apply through the proper channel and submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
• Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable as per Government of Sindh rules
• No travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for test or interview
• The university reserves the right to withhold or cancel the appointment without assigning any reason

How to Apply

• Visit jobs.sau.edu.pk to complete the online application
• Deposit Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable) in HBL Account No. 00847901232801, Account Title: SAU OWN RES
• Upload all required documents as part of the online application
• Do not send hard copies of your application, CV, or documents
• Application ID: UAP-2026-395
• Last Date: 30 June 2026

How to Prepare for This Role

1. Expect the interview panel to open with questions about HEC's Quality Assurance framework and the role of a QEC within a public sector university. You should be able to explain the purpose and structure of the Quality Enhancement Cell, how it differs from academic departments, and what the HEC Quality Assurance Agency expects from a QEC in terms of annual reporting, program reviews, and institutional self-assessments. Prepare a clear, confident explanation of the QEC mandate at agriculture universities specifically.
2. The panel will very likely ask you to walk through your experience with institutional self-assessment. Prepare a specific example of a Self-Assessment Report (SAR) you have contributed to or led, including what the process involved, what findings emerged, and what corrective actions were taken. If you have experience preparing a university or department for an HEC QAA review visit, be ready to describe that process in detail, including how you coordinated with faculty, gathered evidence, and addressed gaps identified.
3. Questions on accreditation standards and external quality assurance are expected given the direct mention of these in the job requirements. Be prepared to discuss the difference between internal and external quality assurance, how accreditation bodies evaluate programs, and what a QEC Director does to ensure an institution meets accreditation criteria. If you have experience with PEC, PMDC, PMDA, or any other sector-specific accreditation body, describe that experience and how it shaped your approach to quality systems.
4. The panel will assess your strategic thinking by asking how you would design or improve a quality assurance system at SAU Tandojam. Prepare a structured response that covers stakeholder engagement, policy development, faculty orientation, data collection mechanisms, and reporting cycles. Demonstrate that you understand quality assurance not as a compliance exercise but as a continuous improvement process, and be ready to reference international QA models such as those used by QAA UK or regional counterparts.
5. As a senior administrative position requiring 10 years at BPS-17 or above, the interview will include questions on leadership and institutional management. Prepare examples that demonstrate how you have led teams, resolved institutional conflicts, coordinated across departments, and driven change in a university or government setting. Be specific about your grade level during each role you reference, as the panel will be assessing whether your experience genuinely meets the BPS-17 threshold and whether you have functioned at a decision-making level.
6. You may be asked about your research background and how it informs your approach to quality assurance in an academic setting. Since the minimum qualification is a Ph.D and the required experience includes teaching and research, the panel may probe how your scholarly expertise has shaped your understanding of academic quality. Prepare a brief account of your research contributions, how you have mentored or supervised research at the postgraduate level, and how you would use a research-informed perspective to strengthen the QEC at an agriculture university.