Punjab Tourism Department SMU Latest Jobs 2026 Apply Online

Job Overview

Looking for Latest Jobs 2026 in the tourism and heritage sector? The Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of the Punjab has announced new Government Jobs in Pakistan for its Strategic Management Unit (SMU).

A total of 27 posts across 24 positions are offered on contract or project-pay basis. Eligible candidates with Punjab domicile can Apply Online through the Punjab Jobs Online Portal.

About the Organization

The Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of the Punjab, works on the promotion of tourism and the preservation of heritage in the province.

These posts are for the scheme titled 'Establishment of Strategic Management Unit (SMU)' under the ADP Schemes. Positions are filled on project pay scales.

Available Vacancies

There are 27 vacancies in total. Research Associates have 4 posts, and every other position has 1 post.

• Team Lead (PPS-12) - PKR 950,000 per month
• Lead Project Management (PPS-11) - PKR 850,000
• Lead Finance & Investment (PPS-11) - PKR 796,096
• Senior Civil Engineer (PPS-9) - PKR 437,500
• Legal / Regulatory Specialist (PPS-9) - PKR 437,500
• PPP Expert, Procurement Expert, Contract Management Expert and IT & Digital Transformation Expert (PPS-9) - PKR 400,000 each
• Communication Expert and Tourism Investment Analyst (Economist) (PPS-9) - PKR 450,000 each
• Heritage & Conservation Expert (PPS-9) - PKR 400,000
• Environmental & Social Safeguard Expert (PPS-9) - PKR 437,500
• Data Analyst and Finance & Planning Expert (PPS-8) - PKR 325,000 each
• Digital Content & Motion Graphics Officer and Videographer / Photographer (PPS-8) - PKR 300,000 each
• Graphic Designer, Content Writer / Script Writer, Video Editor / Animator, M&E Officer and Digital / GIS Specialist (PPS-7) - PKR 250,000 each
• Research Associates (PPS-7, 4 posts) - PKR 180,000
• Drone Operator (PPS-6) - PKR 160,000

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold Domicile of Punjab.
• Candidates must meet the qualification, experience and age limit given for the specific post.
• Only practical experience gained after the prescribed qualification will be considered.
• Degrees must be from HEC-recognized universities or institutes, where the ad specifies this.

Education Requirements

Requirements range from Matric or Intermediate for the Drone Operator post to Master's degrees for senior positions.

• Team Lead: Master's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Urban Planning or related fields, or a Bachelor's degree with longer experience.
• Finance, PPP and procurement roles: 16 years of education in fields such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Supply Chain or Business Administration.
• Creative and media roles: Bachelor's in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Fine Arts, Film Making, Media Studies or a related field.
• Research Associates: BBA/BS Honours from an HEC-recognized university or institute.

Experience Requirements

Experience requirements depend on the post and range from no experience to a minimum of 15 years.

• Senior leadership posts: 12 to 15 years of relevant professional experience.
• Expert posts: generally 5 to 8 years of relevant experience.
• Creative and technical officer posts: 3 years of relevant experience.
• Research Associates: no experience required.

Age Limit

• Overall range across posts: 18-60 years.
• Team Lead: 50-60 years.
• Lead roles: 40-50 years.
• Senior Civil Engineer and Legal / Regulatory Specialist: 35-45 years.
• Most expert and analyst posts: 25-38 or 30-40 years.
• Creative and media posts: 22-35 years.
• Research Associates: 18-25 years.

General age relaxation is applicable as per Notification No. SORI(SG&AD)9-36/81 dated 2016-08-08.

Salary & Benefits

Salaries are paid per month under project pay scales (PPS) and range from PKR 160,000 to PKR 950,000 depending on the post. No TA/DA is admissible for the recruitment process.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Punjab Jobs Online Portal at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
2. Find the Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department SMU advertisement.
3. Select the position that matches your qualification, experience and age.
4. Fill in the online application form completely and accurately.
5. Submit the application before 2026-11-25.

All candidates must apply online only. No hard copy of an application will be accepted.

Required Documents

• Documents supporting your educational qualification.
• Documents proving your relevant experience.
• Proof of Punjab domicile.
• Any other documents required by the online portal.

Selection Process

Only short-listed candidates will be called for a test or interview. The department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.

Important Instructions

• These are project-based posts for the period up to 2027-12-31, extendable for further periods of one year purely on contract basis.
• The contract appointment is temporary, non-transferable, job / post specific and non-pensionable.
• The contract may be extended with the approval of the competent authority.
• If the project period is reduced or enhanced, the contract appointment order may be amended accordingly.
• No right for regularization will be conferred by the contract appointment.

Important Dates

• Newspaper publication: Daily Jang Lahore, 2026-11-07
• Last date to apply: 2026-11-25
• Project period up to: 2027-12-31

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

This is a strong opportunity for professionals and fresh graduates to join a Government of the Punjab project in tourism and heritage. Check the requirements for your post and Apply Online before 2026-11-25 to secure your position.