The Ministry of Railways, Government of Pakistan invites applications from highly qualified professionals for the senior contractual position of Director / Business Development (PPS-10) under the federal project titled "Strengthening of Planning, Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate (SPD&ME)" in Islamabad.
Institutional Context & Project Framework
The SPD&ME project within the Ministry of Railways is tasked with transforming Pakistan Railways into a modernized, financially viable, and commercially vibrant national transport enterprise. The directorate formulates long-range investment plans, evaluates major infrastructure projects, and establishes public-private partnership (PPP) frameworks to mobilize private capital for railway rolling stock, freight terminals, and logistics parks.
Operational Scope & Key Responsibilities
The Director / Business Development will lead strategic commercial initiatives and private-sector investment structuring. Essential functions encompass:
- Formulating comprehensive business development strategies, market outreach roadmaps, and revenue-generation models for railway commercial assets.
- Designing, structuring, and executing Public Private Partnership (PPP) transaction models for freight corridors, dry ports, and container terminals.
- Managing project planning and tracking routines utilizing advanced tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project to ensure timely milestone delivery.
- Interfacing with federal ministries, international development partners, corporate logistics consortia, and private investors to secure commercial ventures.
Application Instructions & National Job Portal Protocol
Interested candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria must apply online through the official National Job Portal (NJP) at njp.gov.pk. Detailed terms of reference are accessible on the official railways portals. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan as per administrative requirements. In-service public servants must route their applications through proper channel.