President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has approved the appointment of Lieutenant General Akhtar Nawaz Satti as Chairman of the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC).
Satti will take charge of the post after he retires from the army. The post has been vacant since August 22, The News reported.
According to the FPSC website, the Commission comprises a Chairman and Members. The Chairman is appointed by the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, at his discretion, under Article 242 (IA) of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973.
Moreover, the President appointed members on the advice of the Prime Minister of Pakistan. The Secretary assists the Commission and provides a link between the Commission, its Secretariat, and the government agencies.
