Deputy Advisor

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About the Organization

The Government of Punjab constituted Punjab Development Commission (PDC) in August 2023 as an independent “action-based think tank” to support the development needs of the state and convert the state’s vision of ‘Rangla Punjab’ into reality. PDC provides broad advisory on policy and also actively enables and supports Departments of Government of Punjab with implementation of policies. PDC’s mission is to ensure on-ground tangible impact by continuously improving service delivery to the citizens.

Job Description

• Support Joint Advisors and Advisors in developing strategic plans, conducting background research, and drafting key policy documents.
• Contribute to PDC’s policy research activities through primary and secondary research, and advanced data analysis to support evidence-based policymaking.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the state’s existing schemes and projects, including development of dashboards and preparation of progress reports.
• Identify implementation bottlenecks by engaging with field-level data and feedback; support the larger team’s efforts to improve service delivery.
• Coordinate stakeholder consultations, prepare briefing notes, and document key inputs for policy initiatives.
• Carry out any other responsibilities assigned by senior leadership at PDC as required.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Any Professional degree of not less than 4 years duration from a recognized University / Institution.
• Master's Degree / 2 years PG Diploma in any discipline from a recognised University / Institution unless specifically stated for a post.
• Pass in Section A and B of the Institution Examination of the Institute of Engineers (India).
• PhD (only if awarded; a provisional PhD degree certificate will be accepted)
• For Chief Communication Officer, Master’s Degree in Communications/Marketing or related fields is mandatory.
• For Chief Digital Officer, Master’s Degree in Technology or Data Sciences or related fields is mandatory.

Work Experience:

• Overlapping work experience with education will not be counted. For part-time executive programs, only one - either the degree or the work experience - can be added.
• Volunteer work will not be considered unless it is more than one year and documentation from the employer is received.
• Internship experience overlapping with a degree will not be considered. Only an exclusive, paid internship experience will be considered.
• For Candidates pursuing a PhD, work experience gained during the program will not be counted alongside the three – year PhD period. Only one - either the PhD duration or concurrent work experience - will be counted, whichever is higher.
• Private practice for professionals like lawyers and doctors, CA or freelance consultants, etc. will be considered on a self-certification basis.

The last date of application is July 09, 2025. Please note that applications received via email or registered post will not be considered. For any queries regarding the application process, please contact info.pdc@punjab.gov.in.

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