The Punjab School Education Department has announced Jobs under the Chief Minister Punjab Schools Meal Program for the 2026-27 financial year. A total of 52 contract-based Jobs are available in different administrative, technical, finance, and field coordination roles. The recruitment is being managed by the department’s Strategic Management Unit.
The latest hiring aims to support the implementation of the Schools Meal Program across Lahore and selected districts of Punjab. The contracts will be offered for periods ranging from eight to 11 months, depending on the position.
The department has announced vacancies for several positions. These include one Program Coordinator, one Data Analyst, one Assistant Manager Finance, two Program Associates, two IT Associates, 13 District Coordinators, 28 Tehsil Coordinators, one Complaint Handling Agent, and three Office Boys.
Most professional Jobs require applicants to have at least 16 years of education in a relevant field. Candidates must also have a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. These requirements are designed to ensure qualified professionals are selected for the project.
The Data Analyst position has additional technical requirements. Applicants should hold a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related subject. They must also have practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SQL, R or Python, along with experience using data visualization tools.
Senior-level positions require more professional experience. Candidates applying for the Program Coordinator post must have at least six years of relevant experience. Those interested in the Assistant Manager Finance position need five years of relevant work experience.
The Office Boy position has different eligibility criteria. Applicants only need to be literate and should have at least one year of relevant experience. This allows candidates with basic qualifications to apply for support staff roles.
The Schools Meal Program will operate in several districts of Punjab. These include Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Chiniot, Dera Ghazi Khan, Kot Addu, Layyah, Lodhran, Mianwali, Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Taunsa, and Vehari. Selected candidates will be posted according to the program’s operational needs.
Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official online recruitment portal. Applicants are required to upload their CV, CNIC, educational certificates, and relevant experience documents during the application process.
The department has clearly stated that applications submitted by hand or through courier will not be accepted. Only online applications will be considered for the recruitment process.
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The newly announced Jobs offer an opportunity for professionals and support staff to contribute to an important public welfare initiative. The Punjab government expects these appointments to strengthen the implementation of the Schools Meal Program and improve its operations across participating districts.
