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6/6/20262 min read

Organization: Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI)
Department: Planning Commission of Pakistan
Project: Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening
Job Type: Contract Basis
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Application Deadline: Within 15 Days of Advertisement Publication
Application Mode: Online

Job Overview

The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, through the Planning Commission of Pakistan, has announced high-level career opportunities under the project "Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening".

Applications are invited from highly qualified and experienced Pakistani professionals to assist in the implementation of project activities. Recruitment will be made strictly on merit and on a contract basis.

Available Vacancies

1. Chief Research & Policy Officer (PPS-12)

Number of Positions

  • 01

Qualification

Applicants must possess:

  • PhD in:

    • Development Economics

    • Public Policy

    • Management

    • Finance

    • Public Health

    • Any Related Field

Experience

  • Minimum 18 Years Professional Experience

  • At least 5 to 7 Years experience in:

    • Development Planning

    • Policy Formulation

    • Research & Strategy

  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

    • Health Sector

    • Population Sector

2. Advisor for Population Strategy and Governance (PPS-11)

Number of Positions

  • 01

Qualification

  • 16 Years Education (Master's Degree or Equivalent)

  • Public Policy

  • Management

  • Data Sciences

  • Development Economics

  • STEM Disciplines

  • Related Fields

Experience

  • Minimum 15 Years Professional Experience

  • Experience in:

    • Development Sector Programming

    • Governance

    • Strategic Planning

    • Public Policy Development

Total Vacancies

02 Positions

Job Location

Islamabad, Pakistan

Office Address

Planning Commission of Pakistan
Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives
Pak Secretariat, Islamabad

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must:

  • Be Pakistani nationals.

  • Possess the required educational qualifications.

  • Meet the experience requirements for the relevant position.

  • Apply within the specified deadline.

  • Submit complete applications.

Key Responsibilities

Chief Research & Policy Officer

  • Lead policy research initiatives.

  • Provide strategic recommendations.

  • Support national development planning.

  • Coordinate with stakeholders and government institutions.

  • Assist in evidence-based policy formulation.

Advisor for Population Strategy and Governance

  • Develop population-related policies and strategies.

  • Support governance and development reforms.

  • Provide technical guidance on population planning.

  • Assist in program implementation and monitoring.

Terms & Conditions

  • Recruitment will be purely on merit.

  • Government employees must apply through the proper channel.

  • Incomplete applications will not be entertained.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.

  • No TA/DA will be admissible.

  • Maximum age limit for both positions is 62 years.

  • Detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) are available on the Ministry website.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

  • Updated CV

  • CNIC

  • Educational Certificates

  • Professional Experience Certificates

  • Recent Passport Size Photograph

  • Any Additional Supporting Documents

How to Apply

Step 1

Visit the National Job Portal (NJP).

Step 2

Create or log in to your account.

Step 3

Search for the relevant Planning Commission vacancy.

Step 4

Complete the online application form.

Step 5

Submit the application before the closing date.

Selection Process

  1. Online Application Submission

  2. Initial Screening

  3. Shortlisting

  4. Interview

  5. Final Merit-Based Selection

Why Apply?

  • Work with Pakistan's Apex Planning Body.

  • High-Level Policy & Research Positions.

  • Attractive PPS Scale Packages.

  • Opportunity to Influence National Development Policies.

  • Professional Career Growth.

  • Federal Government Project Exposure.

Contact Information

Project Director

Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening

Address:
Room No. 446, 4th Floor, P-Block
Pak Secretariat
Islamabad, Pakistan

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