JK Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Jobs Recruitment 2024: Empanelment of Retired Executive Engineers for MGNREGS Monitoring

The Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Jammu & Kashmir, is inviting applications from qualified Retired Executive Engineers (Civil) or those with higher experience for the positions of Quality Monitors (QMs) to support monitoring activities under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in J&K. This is an excellent opportunity for retired engineers looking to contribute to rural development initiatives in the Union Territory.

Job Highlights for JK Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Recruitment 2024

• Position Titles: UT-Level Quality Monitor (1 Post), Quality Monitor (QM) (10 Posts)
• Number of Vacancies: 10
• Age Limit: Up to 65 years
• Eligibility: Retired Executive Engineer (Civil) or above from PWD/REW/Jal Shakti/Agricultural Engineering/ Military Engineering Services or any relevant government establishment.
• Application Deadline: [To Be Announced] by 5 PM
• Location: Various rural districts within J&K
• Website: Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement: Candidates should be under 65 years of age and should possess good physical health to manage frequent travel to rural areas.

Professional Requirement: Retired Executive Engineers or those from equivalent or higher positions within government engineering departments are eligible. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience as Quality Monitors (QMs) or National Quality Monitors (NQMs) and those who provide satisfactory experience certificates signed by an officer of Chief Engineer rank or above.

Domicile: Candidates must hold a domicile certificate from Jammu & Kashmir.

Roles & Responsibilities

For UT-Level Quality Monitor (UT-QM):

• Assist the Additional Secretary (Member Secretary MGNREGA) at the UT level with reporting, analysis, and follow-up on evaluations from Quality Monitors.

For Quality Monitors (QMs):

• Prepare visit plans based on assigned work sites.
• Oversee and evaluate a minimum of 10% of the works completed under MGNREGS in each district.
• Travel to assigned districts for up to 10 days a month (at least 5 days per district).
• Provide constructive feedback and advise on corrective actions for project sites. Report on follow-up actions to the District Program Coordinator (DPC) or Program Officer (PO).
• Upload monitoring outcomes to the MGNREGA portal, ensuring transparency and accurate record-keeping.

Remuneration and Benefits

• UT-QM: Rs. 40,000 per month.
• Quality Monitor (QM):
• Rs. 3,000 per day for field visits (up to 10 days/month)
• Travel Allowance: Rs. 10 per Km if using a personal vehicle.
• Stationery: Rs. 1,500 per month.
• Daily Halt Allowance: Rs. 1,500 per day (maximum of 3 nights/month) if the inspection site is over 100 Km from HQ, with receipts countersigned by SE.

Documentation for Payment:
Each QM must submit a tour diary, including photographic evidence, countersigned by the SE after each tour.

Terms of Engagement

• Duration: Empanelment will be for 3 years, with an annual review to assess performance.
• Health Certificate: Applicants must provide a fitness certificate from a competent authority at the time of interview.
• Application: Applications should be in the prescribed format, available on the official website, or as advertised.

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Application Process

1. Document Checklist:

• Domicile Certificate of J&K
• Experience certificate (if applicable) from an authorized Chief Engineer or higher
• Medical fitness certificate

1. Submission:

• Applications must be submitted by 5 PM on the specified deadline date.
• Submit your completed application to the following address: Additional Secretary, MGNREGA Section
  Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department
  Room No. 4/20, Mini Block, Civil Secretariat, Jammu – 180001

1. Important Note: Applicants who have previously been terminated from other departments as SQM or NQMs are not eligible to apply. Misrepresentation of information will result in contract termination.

For the official notification and application form, please visit the JK Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department website.

FAQs for JK Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Recruitment 2024

1. What is the purpose of these Quality Monitor (QM) roles?
Quality Monitors oversee and evaluate MGNREGS projects across rural J&K districts, ensuring project standards and aiding in the improvement of work quality.

2. Can candidates over 65 apply?
No, only candidates aged 65 or below are eligible.

3. Is prior experience as a Quality Monitor (QM) mandatory?
While not mandatory, preference is given to candidates with previous experience as Quality Monitors (QMs) or National Quality Monitors (NQMs) in government departments.

4. Are candidates required to submit a tour report?
Yes, QMs must submit a detailed tour diary with photographic evidence for each site visit.

5. Will selected QMs have to arrange their own travel?
Yes, QMs can use personal vehicles and will receive a travel allowance of Rs. 10/Km for field visits.

6. How long is the contract term?
The contract is for 3 years, with performance reviews conducted annually.