Yesterday, I happened to come across these Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) job postings, and to be honest, they really caught my eye compared to the usual government ads. These aren’t typical contract positions with no guarantees for the next renewal cycle - these are regular employment opportunities with an organisation that’s been revolutionising vocational training provision in Punjab for several years now.
What really jumped out at me? Four job postings at completely different rungs of the professional experience ladder, from fresh graduates to senior-level professionals with 8+ years of experience. And it’s PSDF for God’s sake - we’re talking about an impact organisation that’s training thousands of young people every year in market-oriented skills. Working there means being a part of true impact, not just shuffling paper every day in another government office.
Let me go over each position since the requirements are a bit particular, and understanding what they really want could make or break your application.
Quick Overview: Four Career Levels, One Organisation
| Position |
Grade |
Age Range |
Experience |
Key Qualification |
| Company Secretary |
G5 |
30-45 |
8-12 years |
Professional member/MBA/LLB |
| Assistant Manager Finance - Govt Relations |
G3 |
28-35 |
6 years |
Finance degree + SAP |
| Specialist Finance |
G3 |
22-30 |
4 years |
Accounting/Finance + SAP |
| Management Associate Finance |
G1 |
22-25 |
Fresh to 2 years |
Accounting/Finance degree |
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All Positions: Regular Employment | Location: Lahore | Deadline: March 5, 2026
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| Position |
Key Responsibilities & Requirements |
Company Secretary
(G5 | Age: 30-45)
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Qualifications: Professional accountant (ICAP/ACCA), Corporate secretary member (ICSA), or MBA/Commerce Master's/LLB from HEC university
Experience: 8-12 years total, with 5+ years in senior secretarial/governance roles
Role: Principal advisor to the Board of Directors on governance matters. Prepare Board agendas and minutes, ensure compliance with Companies Act 2017, SECP regulations, and donor requirements. Maintain statutory registers, coordinate with external auditors and regulators, and serve as institutional memory for governance issues.
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Assistant Manager Finance - Government Relations
(G3 | Age: 28-35)
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Qualifications: Master's/BS(Hons) in Accounting or Finance from HEC University
Experience: 6 years (government department coordination preferred)
Skills: SAP, accounts, auditing
Role: Bridge between PSDF and government departments (P&D, Finance, AG Office). Prepare PC-I documents for development projects, follow up on fund releases, reconcile government funding, prepare utilisation reports in government formats, and maintain documentation per government SOPs. Navigate bureaucracy to ensure project funding and compliance.
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Specialist Finance
(G3 | Age: 22-30)
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Qualifications: Master's/BS(Hons) in Accounting or Finance
Experience: 4 years in relevant finance operations
Skills: SAP (mandatory), accounts, management, finance
Role: Financial operations backbone. Compile monthly trial balances with accruals, prepare budget vs actual reports, handle reconciliations (intercompany, employee advances, TSP balances, tax payables), verify SAP postings for accuracy, support annual budgets, assist external audits from trial balance to financial statements, and provide general support to the CFO and Manager of Finance.
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Management Associate Finance
(G1 | Age: 22-25)
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Qualifications: Master's/BS(Hons) in Accounting or Finance (no division requirement)
Experience: Fresh graduates to 2 years (entry-level)
Role: Operational finance foundation. Process and disburse operational payments to vendors and stakeholders, handle tax matters (excluding payroll) through monthly/annual filings, provide audit justifications for payments, ensure compliance with the Income Tax Ordinance and Companies Ordinance, liaise with internal/external auditors, and conduct bank reconciliations for all accounts. Accounts payable and tax compliance focus.
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Understanding PSDF as an Employer
Prior to applying for any of these roles, it is important to first understand what PSDF is and what it may be like to work there.
PSDF was created to close the skills gap in Punjab’s workforce. They provide funding for training programs implemented by training service providers all over Punjab. These range from technical trade skills to IT skills to training for healthcare professionals. They have helped tens of thousands of young people learn skills and get jobs.
The organisation operates under a Board of Directors, is funded by international donors and the Punjab government, and has reasonably sophisticated systems (yeah, they run on SAP if that means anything to you). They are answerable to a variety of stakeholders - their donors, the government, and the communities they serve.
So what does this mean for an employee? You are working in a mission-driven development sector environment with corporate-level systems and processes. It is more structured than your average NGO, but more mission-focused than a corporation. You will have to deal with donor reporting requirements, government procedures, and corporate governance standards - all at the same time.
Learn more about PSDF's impact:
Punjab Skills Development Fund Official WebsiteApplication Timeline and Process
Posted Dates: February 18-19, 2026
Deadline: March 5, 2026
Available Time: About two weeks from posting
How to Apply
PSDF typically handles recruitment through their website or designated HR consultants. Check the Punjab Skills Development Fund official website for application forms and submission procedures.
Application Requirements:
- Detailed CV highlighting relevant experience
- Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability
- Educational certificates and transcripts
- Professional membership certificates (for Company Secretary)
- Experience certificates from previous employers
- CNIC copy and recent photographs
Note: PSDF recruitment tends to be merit-based and professional. They actually read applications, so invest time in a good cover letter.
Apply through:
PSDF Careers Portal.
Verify your degree:
HEC Recognised Universities List
Documents to Prepare Now
For Company Secretary:
- Professional membership certificates (ICAP, ACCA, ICSA, etc.)
- MBA/LLB degree and transcripts
- Detailed CV showing governance experience
- Letters from previous employers detailing governance responsibilities
- Any certifications in corporate governance or compliance
For Finance Positions:
- Accounting or Finance degree and all mark sheets
- SAP training certificates or proof of SAP experience
- Detailed work experience showing specific finance responsibilities
- Any professional certifications (ACCA papers, etc.)
- Reference letters from previous finance managers
For All Positions:
- CNIC (both sides)
- Recent passport photographs
- Updated professional CV
- Cover letter tailored to the specific position
Salary Expectations
The announcement does not mention any salary information, but PSDF typically offers competitive salaries for the development sector. Based on standard NGO/development sector pay scales in Pakistan:
Company Secretary (G5): Given role seniority, likely Rs. 200,000-300,000 range
Assistant Manager/Specialist (G3): Probably Rs. 100,000-150,000 range
Management Associate (G1): Possibly Rs. 50,000-70,000 starting range
These are rough estimates. Actual salaries will depend on PSDF’s pay structure and your negotiation as part of the hiring process. Development sector organisations often cannot match the top corporate salaries, but offer reasonable compensation coupled with better work-life balance and meaningful work.
How the Selection Process Actually Works
The selection process at PSDF is a professional recruitment process, so you can expect it to be:
Stage 1: Rigorous shortlisting based on qualification and experience
Stage 2: Written test/assessment; shortlisted applicants only
Stage 3: Interviews with hiring manager and possibly senior leadership
Stage 4: Reference Checks
Stage 5: Final selection and offer
For the Company Secretary, expect challenging questions on governance scenarios, Companies Act provisions, and how you would respond to different types of situations involving the board.
For finance-related positions, expect technical questions around accounting standards, SAP processes, and specific reconciliation or reporting scenarios.
🔗 More Career Opportunities in Punjab
IT professionals seeking permanent government positions can explore PPSC's BS-17 Computer Science jobs, offering stable careers with structured growth and pension benefits.
DAE Civil graduates can build rewarding engineering careers through PPSC Sub Engineer positions in Lahore with competitive government scales and long-term benefits.
IT students and fresh graduates can gain practical industry experience while earning Rs. 50,000 monthly through Punjab's flagship IT internship program before entering the job market.
My Honest Take on Each Position
Company Secretary:
This is a great chance if you have the right qualifications and governance experience. There are not many corporate secretaries in the development sector. There are always opportunities for professionals in good governance. The experience of working with a professional Board and at the same time supporting a mission-driven organisation is unique.
Assistant Manager, Finance - Government Relations:
This role is suited for a particular type of personality. If you like the challenge of navigating government processes, don't mind the occasionally glacial pace of government, and in fact take a strange satisfaction in getting things done eventually despite all the obstacles and red tape, then you might enjoy this job. If you like quick results and get frustrated if things don't move fast, then stay away.
Specialist Finance:
Good, solid mid-level finance role for someone who enjoys the technical accuracy side of accounting. If closing month end properly, finding that missing reconciliation figure, and supporting audits is what gives you satisfaction, then there is a lot of that in this role. Not glamorous but important work that builds strong technical skills.
Management Associate Finance:
Good entry-level role for fresh finance graduates. You will work hard, you will learn operational finance inside out, and you will build an experience base that will carry you through your entire career. The work is repetitive, but the learning is valuable.
Final thought
These PSDF roles are a rare find - decent work at an org that’s actually doing something meaningful. PSDF isn’t perfect (nobody is), but they are genuinely training people in job-ready skills, which is more than can be said for many orgs.
The roles range from fresh graduate to senior professional, and cover different areas of the finance and governance functions. But if you’re in Lahore, have (some of) the listed qualifications and are looking for work that is an opportunity for both professional development and social impact, these are some roles you should seriously consider.
The 5 March deadline gives you about 2 weeks. Don’t hastily slap your application together, but don’t sit on it either. PSDF usually gets good applicants, so your CV+cover letter needs to clearly show you both understand what they need and have the experience to deliver.
Good luck to everyone applying!
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