The Azad Government of the State of Jammu and Kashmir has announced new Forest Department Jobs in AJK August 2025 Advertisement under the project titled “Participatory Climate Change Adaptation Interventions to Ensure Resilient Communities in AJK”. These positions are PC-I based and funded under the UNWFP share, offered initially for one year (extendable on performance evaluation). Vacancies are available for Monitoring & Reporting, Civil Engineering, Livelihood, Community Development, and IT/Programme Officers. Both male and female candidates with the required qualifications are encouraged to apply and contribute towards climate resilience in AJK.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Azad Government of the State of Jammu & Kashmir – Forest Department |
| Project Title | Participatory Climate Change Adaptation Interventions to Ensure Resilient Communities in AJK |
| Ad Posted Date | August 2025 |
| Positions | Multiple (BPS-16 & BPS-17) |
| Job Type | Contract (Against UNWFP Share) |
| Duration | 01 Year (Extendable on performance) |
| Location | Muzaffarabad, AJK (Station Based & Non-Transferable) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 35 years (05 years general relaxation as per AJK Govt. rules) |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 September 2025 |
| Interview Date | 15 September 2025 – 10:00 AM |
| Application Submission Venue | Forest Secretariat Block-9, New Secretariat, Muzaffarabad |
| Contact | Section Officer Forests (05822-921582) |
Vacant Positions
1. Monitoring and Reporting Officer (BPS-17) – 01 Post
- Qualification: Master’s (18 years education) in Environmental Science from HEC recognized institution.
- Experience: 1.5 years’ experience in projects funded by UN Donors/Sponsor agencies.
- Skills: Adequate computer skills, knowledge of donors’ tools/protocols for monitoring & evaluation.
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years.
2. Assistant Engineer (BPS-17) – 01 Post
- Qualification: Bachelor’s (16 years education) in Civil Engineering from a PEC recognized institution.
- Experience: 2 years’ experience in donor-funded projects preferred.
- Skills: Computer Aided Designing (CAD) software, MS Office proficiency.
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years.
3. Livelihood Officer (BPS-16) – 01 Post
- Qualification: Master’s (16 years education) in Social Sciences/Business Administration from HEC recognized institution.
- Experience: 2 years’ experience in UN donor/sponsor funded projects preferred.
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years.
4. Community Development Officer – Female (BPS-16) – 01 Post
- Qualification: Master’s (16 years education) from HEC recognized institution.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in donor-funded development projects.
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years.
5. Programme Officer (BPS-16) – 01 Post
- Qualification: Master’s (16 years education) in IT / Computer Science / Project Management from HEC recognized institution.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years proven experience in database management in donor-funded projects.
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years.
How to Apply
- Candidates meeting eligibility criteria should submit applications at Forest Secretariat Block-9, New Secretariat, Muzaffarabad.
- Applications must include:
- Attested photocopies of educational certificates
- CV
- Two passport-size photographs
- Experience certificates
- Applications must be submitted before 02 September 2025 during working hours.
- Only shortlisted/qualified candidates will receive call letters.
- Interviews will be held on 15 September 2025 at 10:00 AM at Forest Secretariat Block-9, Muzaffarabad.
Terms and Conditions
- The posts are purely contract-based under UNWFP share for project duration, extendable on performance.
- All positions are Muzaffarabad-based and non-transferable.
- Pays will be drawn only from WFP share.
- General age relaxation of 05 years is applicable under AJK Govt. rules.
- The competent authority reserves the right to cancel or withhold appointments without assigning reasons.
- Candidates must present original documents at the time of the interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.