The Directorate General, Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA), established under the Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act, 2024, invites online applications from accomplished professionals having Punjab domicile for the executive leadership post of Head (Internal Affairs) in Special PERA Pay Package 2 (SPPP-2) at its headquarters in Lahore on a three-year contract basis.
Institutional Mandate and Internal Oversight Scope
The Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) functions as the apex provincial regulatory body mandated to eradicate public encroachments, enforce price controls, regulate public spaces, and oversee municipal and commercial compliance across all divisions and districts of Punjab. The Internal Affairs Division serves as the primary integrity and vigilance apparatus of PERA, ensuring that all enforcement officers, field inspectors, and administrative staff adhere strictly to lawful conduct, ethical standards, and statutory enforcement protocols.
Executive Duties and Leadership Deliverables
The Head (Internal Affairs) reports to the Director General, commanding the authority's statewide vigilance, inspection, and anti-corruption surveillance operations. Core responsibilities include:
- Formulating institutional integrity policies, standard operating procedures for complaint investigations, and internal compliance codes across provincial directorates.
- Directing independent internal investigations into allegations of abuse of authority, misconduct, or corruption involving enforcement personnel and field sergeants.
- Supervising surprise vigilance inspections at divisional and district enforcement boards to evaluate procedural adherence during field operations.
- Liaising with provincial anti-corruption establishments, law enforcement intelligence wings, and judicial authorities on sensitive inquiry dossiers.
- Presenting comprehensive investigative findings and disciplinary recommendations directly to the Director General and Central Enforcement Committee.
Online Application Preparation and Verification Checklist
Candidates meeting the prescribed qualifications and leadership criteria under the PERA Regulations 2026 must prepare the following credentials for submission through the Punjab Job Portal:
- Online application profile registered and submitted through the official Punjab Job Portal at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk/.
- Comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) detailing progressive executive leadership, investigative achievements, and administrative credentials.
- Attested copies of professional degrees, academic transcripts, and HEC recognition certificates.
- Documented experience certificates verifying leadership in law enforcement, regulatory compliance, internal affairs, or judicial inquiries.
- Attested copies of valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and Punjab Domicile Certificate.
- Departmental No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates currently serving in provincial or federal government organizations.
Submission Guidelines and Recruitment Terms
Interested candidates must apply online through the Punjab Job Portal at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk/ on or before 29 October 2026. Hardcopy applications delivered by hand or mail will not be entertained. Detailed job descriptions and service terms are viewable on the official PERA portal at https://pera.punjab.gov.pk/. Shortlisted candidates will be notified for test/interview. No TA/DA is admissible. In-service personnel must submit departmental NOC at the time of interview.