The Ministry of Industries & Production announces a project vacancy for the position of Accounts officer/ DDO (PPS-07) within the Engineering Development Board under the development project "Strengthening the Engineering Industry-SEI" based in Islamabad.
Institutional Context and Financial Compliance
The Engineering Development Board manages federal development allocations and public sector development program (PSDP) grants to drive engineering modernization. Financial operations require strict alignment with federal financial rules, General Financial Rules (GFR), AGPR expenditure protocols, and Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) compliance standards.
Operational Responsibilities and DDO Functions
The Accounts officer/ DDO serves as the designated Drawing and Disbursing Officer responsible for project financial administration. Duties encompass maintaining general ledgers and cash books, preparing monthly reconciliation statements with the Accountant General Pakistan Revenues (AGPR), processing payroll and procurement invoices, preparing annual revised budget estimates, managing internal and statutory audit queries, and ensuring all project disbursements conform strictly to federal accounting codes.
Application Preparation and Document Checklist
Candidates possessing requisite accounting credentials and government budgeting experience must prepare an organized application package with verified documents:
- Detailed professional CV showcasing public sector accounting, budgeting, and DDO experience.
- Attested copies of 16-year degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Economics with certified transcripts.
- Copy of Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and provincial domicile certificate.
- Experience certificates documenting at least 5 years in financial management and public sector accounting.
- Departmental NOC for candidates currently employed in government service.
Submission Logistics and Recruitment Guidelines
Applicants must register and apply online via the National Jobs Portal at http://njp.gov.pk by 22 October 2026. Additional project details are available at www.engineeringpakistan.com. Contact: Dy. Manager (HR), EDB, 5-A, Constitution Avenue, Islamabad (051-9207567, Email: chshoaib@msn.com).