The Ken Betwa Link Project Authority (KBLPA), Bhopal, is seeking applications from eligible candidates for the post of Additional Chief Executive Officer (Environment, R&R & Land Acquisition) on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis. This is a senior-level position under Group ‘A’ (Non-Ministerial) in Level-14 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 per month). The selected candidate will oversee critical aspects of environmental safeguards, resettlement & rehabilitation (R&R), and land acquisition for the Ken Betwa Link Project, a flagship river interlinking initiative in India.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Apply: 22-04-2025.
- Applications must be submitted within 60 days from the publication date of the notification in the “Employment News.”
- Applications submitted beyond this period will be deemed ineligible and will not be entertained.
Application Fees
- No application fee is required for this recruitment.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Additional Chief Executive Officer (Environment, R&R & Land Acquisition)
- Number of Posts: 01 (One)
- Place of Posting: Bhopal (Tentative)
- Recruitment Type: Deputation (Including Short-Term Contract)
Eligibility Criteria
A. Educational Qualification:
- Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Environment / Social Science.
- Desirable: Master’s Degree in Environment / Social Science.
B. Experience Required:
- Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources sector, including environmental safeguards, impact studies, R&R, and land acquisition.
- At least 3 years in Senior Management Level (Level-13 or equivalent & above).
C. Deputation Eligibility:
- Officers from Central/State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, etc. are eligible.
- Must fulfill one of the following:
- Holding an analogous post (same level) in parent cadre.
- 3 years of service in Level-13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – 2,15,900/-).
- Seventeen years of service in Group ‘A’ positions, with at least three years spent at Level-13 (including NFSG).
D. Age Limit:
- Maximum age: 58 years (as on the closing date).
Salary & Benefits
- Pay Level: Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200/-) as per 7th CPC.
- Other Benefits: As per government deputation rules.
- No General Pool Accommodation will be provided.
Selection Process
- Screening of applications based on eligibility.
- Deputation basis selection (no written exam/interview mentioned).
- Final appointment subject to approval by competent authorities.
How to Apply?
- Please provide your full bio-data using the specified format, duly verified and endorsed by the authorized authority.
- Attach up-to-date APARs (last 5 years: 2016-17 to 2020-21).
- Provide Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Please forward your applications to: Deputy Director (Administration), National Water Development Agency (NWDA), 18-20 Community Centre, Saket, New Delhi.