Job Description
DFO Dir Kohistan – 2026 is listed by DFO Dir Kohistan in Dir. The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Dir Kohistan is a central position inside the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department, responsible for managing forest assets, conservation, and development in the Dir Kohistan region.
The role involves planning and rolling out forestry projects, overseeing field workforce, and securing compliance with environmental regulations. This position is perfect for experienced forestry professionals seeking a challenging role in a remote, ecologically major sphere.
The hiring is conducted through the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA), which oversees the recruitment routine on behalf of the department. Applicants should be arranged for field tasks in mountainous terrain and a commitment to long-term forest management.
Salary & Compensation
Estimated marketplace salary: PKR 50,000 – 100,000 per month.
Qualification
Candidates must grip a related qualification in forestry or a related field as specified in the official advertisement. The exact qualification specifics are on offer in the ETEA advertisement file.
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Forest Management, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- Preference may be given to applicants with a postgraduate degree or specialized training in forest conservation.
- Minimum 2-3 years of applicable experience in forest management or a related field is normally called for.
- Age limit as per government rules; check the advertisement for specific age relaxation points.
- Domicile of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may be needed; verify in the official advertisement.
- Computer literacy and insight of GIS/remote sensing are advantageous.
Role Responsibilities
- Plan and execute forest conservation and afforestation projects in Dir Kohistan.
- Manage forest guards, span officers, and other field staff.
- Monitor illegal logging, encroachment, and wildlife poaching.
- Arrange annual operating blueprints and budget estimates for the division.
- Arrange with local communities and stakeholders for lasting forest apply.
- Guarantee compliance with environmental laws and forest policies.
- Report to the Conservator of Forests on divisional activities.
How to Apply
- Call on the ETEA online application portal at the official ETEA website.
- Register or log in to your account and choose the venture 'DFO Dir Kohistan – 2026' (Project Code: 744).
- Load in the called for personal, educational, and experience particulars accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, CNIC, and educational documents as specified.
- Send in the submission before the deadline of 31 July 2026. No tough copies are required unless said in the advertisement.
Additional Information
- The job is based in Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with field responsibilities in Kohistan domain.
- Salary and gains are as per government rules; not specified in the ETEA listing.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be called for a test/meeting conducted by ETEA.
- Applicants must carry novel documents at the time of meeting.
- Government employees should register through the right channel.
- No TA/DA will be provided for test/meeting.
- Keep checking the ETEA website for updates on test dates and findings.