Head of Internal Audit

About the role

Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) is a statutory corporation established under Ordinance XX of 1979. As the National Flag Carrier, the PNSC Group of companies undertakes global shipping operations. PNSC is seeking a high-calibre, result-oriented professional for the position of Head of Internal Audit.

The appointment will be on contract, initially for three years, and may be extended by mutual consent. The selected candidate will be offered a market-based remuneration package in line with qualifications and experience.

Posts and vacancies

• Head of Internal Audit

Eligibility

• Qualification: Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) or the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP), or ACCA or CPA.

• Experience: At least 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience in auditing and risk management. This should include designing internal control procedures and ensuring effective compliance and financial reliability in the public or private sector. Candidates need a sound understanding of governance, risk and control, especially in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) or listed companies.

• Age limit: Up to 50 years.

• The candidate must meet the Fit and Proper Criteria under Schedule IV of the SOEs Act.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience of:

• Working in the shipping industry, an SOE or a listed company as Chief Internal Auditor or Head of Internal Audit.

• Working in an ERP environment to ensure effective internal controls and risk management.

The appointment will follow the criteria set out in the State Owned Enterprises (Governance and Operations) Act 2023, the State Owned Enterprises Ownership and Management Policy 2023, the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation Ordinance 1979 (as amended to date), the PNSC Service Regulations 2025, and the guidelines for C-level appointments.

How to apply

Interested candidates may apply in any of these ways:

• Online, using the application form on the PNSC website, www.pnsc.com.pk

• Through the National Job Portal, www.njp.gov.pk

• Through LinkedIn

• By mail or courier to: The Company Secretary, PNSC, 14th Floor, PNSC Building, M.T. Khan Road, Karachi

Applicants must provide copies of their degrees, diplomas, testimonials and other documents that support the application.

No TA/DA or other expenses will be paid for attending the interview. PNSC is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to reject any application without giving a reason.

Important dates

• Last date to apply: 19 October 2026. This is 15 days from the advertisement date of 4 October 2026.