Director General Telecom Wireless
Opportunity Information
MP- II
1
Federal Government
The Role
The Director General (Telecom Wireless) leads the Wireless Wing of the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, developing telecom policy on spectrum management, broadband, satellite communications and emerging technologies. The appointment is on contract for three years, extendable for a further two years.
• Develop and organize progressive policy documents relating to telecom sector esp. wireless communication including, spectrum management, broadband, satellite communications and emerging technologies in alignment with MoITT vision of digital nation Pakistan • Carry out organized analytical assessments regarding policy roadmap for emerging Information Communication Technology (ICT) solutions and technologies • Prioritize the interest of Government in public sector entities under the MoITT and oversee their performance • Create concise technology and policy briefs for the Government and thereby enable effective decision-making • Conceptualize, process for approval from the competent fora and subsequently monitor telecom related development projects including those funded through the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) • Conceptualize, process for approval from the competent fora and oversee performance of major GoP initiatives/ programs like bridging the digital divide through provision of ICT services in the un-served and underserved areas, proliferation of broadband services, capacity building of the telecom sector and inculcation of research and development culture in the ICT sector • Effective liaison with telecom industry for sector development, ensuring that MoITT is kept at the forefront of technological understanding on cellular, fixed, wireless, data and broadband technologies • Organize the Wireless Wing planning and operations within the Ministry • Monitor and interpret market developments and their implications for the sector • Provide research and analysis in support of MoITT policy initiatives and support for consultations, speeches and position papers • Facilitate the Ministry to issue appropriate policy directives for the telecom sector as and when required • Analyze international telecommunications indices, rankings, and benchmarking frameworks to identify performance gaps and support the formulation of effective telecom policies and reform initiatives • Prepare Terms of Reference (TORs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), manage competitive bidding processes, bid evaluation, and ensure compliance with public procurement regulations • Any other task to be assigned
Applicants General Eligibility & Requirements
5+ years
Up to 62 years
Education, Experience and Skills Requirements
• 5 years professional experience in the relevant field (with Ph.D.) • 7 years professional experience in the relevant field (with Masters)
Communication, Leadership, Public Procurement, Regulatory Frameworks, Spectrum Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Telecom Policy
• Appointment on contract for three years, extendable for a further period of two years (year to year basis) on the recommendation of the Performance Evaluation Committee in accordance with the MP Scale Policy, 2020 • The appointment shall be made as per prescribed procedure of appointment against the MP-II Scale positions • A Shortlisting Committee shall be constituted with the approval of Secretary, IT and Telecom, for shortlisting of applications • The Selection Committee shall recommend three most suitable candidates out of the shortlisted candidates for appointment of one of them with the approval of the Prime Minister • Pay package of MP-II Scale in accordance with the MP Scale Policy 2020 of the Federal Government • Leave in accordance with the MP Scale Policy 2020 of the Federal Government • Candidates shall have to seek retirement from their existing department and post, or appointment shall be subject to acceptance of resignation, and shall not engage in any other service, business, vocation or employment during the term of office • Candidates already in the government or engaged by the government in any capacity shall have to produce NOC from their respective authority for appearing in the interviews • The Director General shall be deemed to be a public servant within the meaning of section-21 of the Pakistan Penal Code (Act XLV of 1980) • The contract may be terminated on completion of tenure or by giving one month's notice on either side or payment of one month's basic pay in lieu thereof
Salary, Compensation & Benefits
- As per Policy
Application
- No Objection Letter
No application fee
About the Employer
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MOITT)