Administrative and Support Staff Vacancies at a Public Sector Entity

About the role

An Islamabad-based public sector entity under the Government of Pakistan invites applications from qualified, dynamic and experienced professionals for regular appointments on an open-merit basis.

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Eligibility

Assistant Director (HR): Applicants must have a master's degree, M.Sc., with a minimum CGPA of 3.30 in development studies, public policy or sociology, with majors in international economics policy, microeconomics, food systems and rural development, environmental economics or globalization, or a relevant field from an HEC-recognized university. A bachelor's degree from a recognized institution in Botany, covering plant anatomy, cellular genetics and physiology, or Chemistry, covering organic, inorganic and applied chemistry, is also required. All degrees must be from an HEC-recognized university.

At least five years of cumulative professional experience in government, semi-government, the private sector or educational consultancy is required. Specific experience in cannabis policy, cannabis licensing rules and regulations formulation or drafting, regulatory framework development, strategic planning, and institutional development relating to cannabis and hemp is mandatory. Experience in operations and enforcement in declared hard or remote areas in the government sector is also mandatory because of the nature of the tasks. For applicants with higher qualifications, the experience requirement may be reduced by up to two years.

Assistant Director: A 16-year university degree or BS, with at least second division, in Criminology, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Management Sciences, Business Administration or Business Studies, Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent qualification from an HEC-recognized university. Higher qualifications in these fields will be preferred. Applicants with two years of experience may apply.

PA: A minimum 14-year university degree with at least second division from an HEC-recognized university, plus shorthand and typing speeds of 100 and 50 words per minute, respectively. Higher qualifications and computer literacy will be preferred.

Steno-typist: A minimum 14-year university degree with at least second division from an HEC-recognized university, plus shorthand and typing speeds of 80 and 40 words per minute, respectively. Higher qualifications and computer literacy will be preferred.

Computer Operator: A minimum 14-year university degree in Computer Science with at least second division from an HEC-recognized university, along with a Diploma in Information Technology (DIT). Higher qualifications in IT will be preferred.

Upper Division Clerk: Intermediate with at least second division and a typing speed of 80/40 words per minute. Higher qualifications and computer literacy will be preferred.

Data Entry Operator: Intermediate with at least second division and a speed of 10,000 key depressions per hour on a computer.

Selection will be strictly on merit in accordance with government recruitment policies. Age relaxation will be admissible under applicable rules. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. No travelling or daily allowance will be admissible for attending the test or interview. The authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning a reason.

How to apply

Submit an online application through the Prime Minister's National Job Portal at J92LINK0X. Also send the following documents to Director General, P.O. Box No. 1341, GPO, Islamabad:

• An updated curriculum vitae (CV).

• Attested copies of educational certificates, degrees and other relevant testimonials, including experience or service certificates where applicable.

• A copy of the Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).

• Recent passport-size photographs.

• Evidence of the application submitted through the National Job Portal.

Candidates already in government service may apply through the proper channel, mentioning their complete particulars on letterhead duly signed and stamped by the head of their department.

Important dates

Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication. The application deadline is 21 November 2026.