Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail currently serves as the 24th Governor of Balochistan, a position he has held since May 6, 2024. Previously, he served multiple terms as a member of the Provincial Assembly of Balochistan, from 1990 to 1993, 1993 to 1996, 1997 to 1999, 2002 to 2007, 2008 to 2013, and 2013 to 2018. During his time in office, he held various ministerial positions, including roles in Education, Finance, and the Home Ministry. Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail was born on December 26, 1956, in Zhob District, Balochistan. He graduated from St. Francis' Grammar School and obtained his master's degree from the University of Balochistan. On May 3, 2024, PML-N put forward Mandokhail as their nominee for the position of Governor of Balochistan. On May 4, President Asif Ali Zardari approved Mandokhel's appointment as the Balochistan governor. On May 6, he took the oath of office as the 24th Governor of Balochistan.