⏰ Deadline: 3 June 2026

Sector Specialist – Procurement · Legal Experts · Population · Health · Multi-Sectoral Results Tracking · Data & Monitoring Systems (6 positions)

⏰ Deadline: 6 June 2026

Project Director · Head of Campaign · Content Writers · Videographer · Finance Officer · Admin Officer · Cameraman · Graphic Illustrator · DevCom Fellows (10) · Office Assistant

Project Director

PPS-11 · Islamabad · 1 Post · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Provide overall strategic and operational leadership for the assigned project under the Ministry of Planning, ensuring all deliverables, timelines, and budgets are met in accordance with the approved project document.
• Lead the preparation of the project’s annual work plan, procurement plan, and monitoring framework, and ensure their timely execution by coordinating across all project components and implementing units.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Ministry, federal and provincial government counterparts, development partners, and donor agencies to ensure project alignment with national development priorities.
• Oversee the financial management of the project including budget utilization monitoring, expenditure approval, cash flow planning, and compliance with government financial rules and donor financial management requirements.
• Manage and mentor the project team including sector specialists, communications staff, finance and admin officers, ensuring clarity of roles, performance accountability, and a collaborative work environment.
• Prepare and present quarterly and annual progress reports, results frameworks, and risk registers to the Ministry’s steering committee, development partners, and other stakeholders as required.
• Identify risks, bottlenecks, and implementation gaps through continuous monitoring and field visits, taking corrective action or escalating issues to the Ministry’s senior management as warranted.
• Ensure proper documentation of all project activities, contracts, financial records, and correspondence in compliance with the Ministry’s record-keeping policies and donor audit requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized or reputable international institution.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years in project management or development sector roles, with demonstrated experience managing government or donor-funded projects.
• Key Skills: Project lifecycle management, results-based management, stakeholder coordination, financial oversight, team leadership, report writing.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live → Search “Ministry of Planning” → View Details → Login to Apply

Sector Specialists (6 Positions)

PPS-10 · Islamabad · 6 Posts · ⏰ Deadline: 3 June 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Provide specialized technical advisory and analytical support in the assigned sector (Procurement, Legal, Population, Health, Results Tracking, or Data & Monitoring Systems) to the Ministry’s project team and senior management.
• Lead the design and implementation of sector-specific interventions, frameworks, and tools — such as procurement plans, legal compliance matrices, population data models, health program assessments, or M&E dashboards — within the project’s mandate.
• Conduct in-depth policy analysis, literature reviews, and situational assessments in the relevant sector, producing high-quality technical reports, concept notes, and policy briefs for the Ministry and development partners.
• Engage with federal ministries, provincial governments, UN agencies, bilateral donors, and technical working groups to coordinate sector-specific activities, share findings, and advocate for evidence-based policy adjustments.
• Build the capacity of Ministry staff and implementing partners in the relevant sector through training sessions, knowledge-sharing workshops, and the development of sector-specific guidelines and SOPs.
• Support the project’s results measurement agenda by designing and refining indicators, data collection instruments, and reporting protocols specific to the sector, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Contribute sector-specific content to project progress reports, annual reviews, mid-term evaluations, and donor reporting requirements as per the agreed project reporting calendar.
• Represent the Ministry at technical forums, national conferences, and inter-ministerial committees related to the assigned sector, presenting findings and positioning the Ministry’s work effectively.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or higher degree in the relevant sector discipline (e.g., Public Health, Demography, Law, Economics, Computer Science, Development Studies, Procurement/Supply Chain) from an HEC-recognized or reputable international institution.
• Experience: 10+ years (11+ years for Legal Experts) in the relevant sector, with demonstrated track record in government, development sector, or policy institutions.
• Key Skills: Technical sector expertise, policy analysis, M&E, stakeholder engagement, report writing, data analysis (for Data & Monitoring role), PPRA knowledge (for Procurement role), legal drafting (for Legal role).
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live → Search “Ministry of Planning” → Select specific Sector Specialist → View Details → Login to Apply

Head of Campaign Designs / Stakeholder Engagement

PPS-10 · Islamabad · 1 Post · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Ministry’s communications and campaign strategy, designing multi-channel advocacy campaigns that effectively communicate development results to the public, media, government stakeholders, and international partners.
• Oversee the creative development of all campaign materials including visual identities, messaging frameworks, digital content calendars, print materials, and broadcast campaign concepts aligned with the Ministry’s branding guidelines.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with federal ministries, provincial governments, civil society organizations, media houses, and development partner communications teams to amplify project reach and stakeholder buy-in.
• Lead the planning and execution of stakeholder engagement events including press conferences, national conferences, workshops, and field visits, managing logistics, messaging, and media coverage.
• Supervise the communications team including content writers, videographers, cameramen, and graphic illustrators, ensuring quality output and adherence to campaign timelines and standards.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications campaigns using digital analytics, media monitoring, and audience feedback, adjusting strategies to improve reach and impact.
• Manage relationships with advertising agencies, production houses, and digital media vendors, overseeing procurement of communications services in compliance with PPRA rules.
• Prepare monthly campaign performance reports, communications plans, and stakeholder engagement trackers for submission to the Project Director and Ministry’s senior management.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Communications, Mass Media, Marketing, Development Communications, or related field from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in communications, campaign management, or stakeholder engagement — preferably in a government, development sector, or large NGO context.
• Key Skills: Campaign strategy, stakeholder mapping, content supervision, digital communications, event management, media relations, team leadership.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Creative Content Writer (English / Urdu)

PPS-8 · Islamabad · 2 Posts · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Research, write, edit, and proofread high-quality content in English and/or Urdu for the Ministry’s communications channels including the official website, social media platforms, press releases, newsletters, and campaign materials.
• Translate complex development policy concepts, research findings, and project results into accessible, engaging narratives for diverse audiences including the general public, media, policymakers, and donor communities.
• Develop original scripts for video productions, documentary films, explainer animations, and public service announcements produced by the Ministry’s DevCom unit.
• Maintain a structured content calendar, planning content themes, formats, and publication timelines in alignment with the Ministry’s communications strategy and campaign milestones.
• Collaborate with the graphic illustrators, videographers, and the Head of Campaign to ensure written content integrates seamlessly with visual and multimedia elements across all platforms.
• Write bilingual (English-Urdu) content for publications, infographics, banners, reports, and social media posts, maintaining accuracy, tone consistency, and cultural appropriateness in both languages.
• Conduct field-based interviews, case study documentation, and success story writing to capture human-interest narratives from project beneficiaries and stakeholders for Ministry publications.
• Review and edit content submissions from sector specialists and other team members, ensuring factual accuracy, grammatical correctness, and alignment with the Ministry’s messaging framework before publication.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mass Communication, Journalism, English Literature, Urdu Literature, or a related field from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of professional content writing experience in English and/or Urdu, preferably in a government, development sector, media, or NGO context.
• Key Skills: Bilingual writing (English/Urdu), storytelling, scriptwriting, social media content, editing, content calendar management, development communication.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Videographer / Non-Linear Editor

PPS-8 · Islamabad · 1 Post · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and execute video production for the Ministry’s communications campaigns including documentary films, public service announcements, event coverage, social media reels, and institutional profile videos.
• Operate professional video cameras, lighting equipment, and sound recording systems during field shoots, studio productions, and official event coverage with technical excellence.
• Conduct non-linear editing (NLE) of all video content using professional software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, producing broadcast-quality final cuts for all distribution channels.
• Apply color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics integration, and subtitle insertion to completed edits, ensuring consistent visual quality and adherence to the Ministry’s brand guidelines.
• Manage the Ministry’s video archive, maintaining organized raw footage libraries, project files, and final deliverable repositories for easy retrieval and future use.
• Collaborate with the Cameraman, Content Writers, and Graphic Illustrators to develop storyboards, shot lists, and production schedules for all video projects before shoot commencement.
• Adapt video content for multiple platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, television, and internal Ministry presentations, ensuring format, length, and quality specifications are met for each.
• Maintain and oversee the serviceability of all video production equipment, reporting maintenance needs and managing equipment loans and returns for field assignments.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Mass Communication, Film Studies, Media Production, or a related discipline; relevant professional certification in videography or NLE is an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional videography and non-linear editing experience, with a portfolio of completed government, development sector, or broadcast productions.
• Key Skills: Video shooting, NLE (Premiere Pro/Final Cut/DaVinci), color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics, social media video formats, documentary production.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Cameraman & Graphic Illustrator

PPS-7/8 · Islamabad · 2 Posts · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Cameraman – Job Responsibilities

• Operate professional video and DSLR cameras during field shoots, press events, official ceremonies, stakeholder visits, and documentary production sessions for the Ministry’s DevCom unit.
• Set up and manage lighting equipment, sound booms, stabilizers, and camera rigs to capture high-quality footage under various shooting conditions including indoor, outdoor, and controlled studio environments.
• Collaborate with the Videographer/NLE and the Head of Campaign on shot lists, camera angles, and visual storytelling approaches before and during production assignments.
• Transfer, log, and back up all captured footage to the Ministry’s media server immediately after each shoot, following the established file naming and archiving conventions.
• Maintain and service all camera equipment, lenses, batteries, memory cards, and accessories assigned to the DevCom unit, reporting faults and arranging repairs promptly.
• Assist in the production of live-streamed Ministry events by setting up multi-camera configurations and supporting the technical streaming infrastructure as required.
• Follow safe working practices during all field assignments, particularly in remote or sensitive locations, adhering to the Ministry’s field safety protocols at all times.
• Contribute creative input during pre-production planning sessions, suggesting innovative visual approaches to enhance the quality and impact of the Ministry’s video communications.

Graphic Illustrator – Job Responsibilities

• Create original visual content for the Ministry’s campaigns including infographics, social media graphics, report covers, banner designs, poster layouts, and digital campaign assets in both English and Urdu.
• Design data visualizations, charts, maps, and illustrated frameworks that translate complex development data and M&E results into accessible and visually compelling formats for public and policymaker audiences.
• Develop and maintain the Ministry’s visual identity standards including typography, colour palettes, logo usage rules, and template systems for consistent brand application across all communications materials.
• Collaborate with Content Writers to produce bilingual graphic content that integrates seamlessly with written narratives for reports, publications, brochures, and e-newsletters.
• Create motion graphic assets and animated visual elements for video productions, social media reels, and presentation decks in coordination with the Videographer/NLE.
• Manage print-ready file preparation for all physical communications materials, liaising with print vendors to ensure accurate colour reproduction, resolution, and layout specifications are met.
• Manage the Ministry’s digital asset library, organizing completed design files, source files, and brand assets in a structured, version-controlled repository accessible to the communications team.
• Stay current with design trends in development communications, incorporating fresh visual approaches and emerging digital formats into the Ministry’s campaign outputs on an ongoing basis.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Cameraman Education: Intermediate or Bachelor’s in Media Production, Mass Communication, or equivalent; professional camera training is acceptable.
• Cameraman Experience: Minimum 3 years of professional camera operation in media, broadcast, events, or development sector productions.
• Graphic Illustrator Education: Bachelor’s in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or related field from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Graphic Illustrator Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional graphic design with a portfolio demonstrating development communications, infographic design, and brand management.
• Key Skills – Graphic Illustrator: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva Pro, motion graphics, bilingual layout design, data visualization.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Finance & Accounts Officer & Admin Officer

PPS-8 · Islamabad · 2 Posts · Deadline: 6 June 2026

Finance & Accounts Officer – Job Responsibilities

• Manage all financial transactions of the project including disbursements, vendor payments, staff claims, and petty cash, ensuring compliance with government financial rules and donor financial management requirements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, budget utilization reports, and fund flow forecasts for submission to the Project Director, Ministry’s finance section, and development partners.
• Maintain general ledgers, payment vouchers, bank reconciliation statements, and supporting documentation in an organized, audit-ready state at all times.
• Support internal and external audits by providing financial data, account reconciliations, and voucher documentation promptly and accurately in response to auditor requests.
• Process payroll for project staff, calculate tax withholdings, and ensure compliance with FBR tax obligations and applicable labor laws for all project personnel.
• Monitor budget performance against approved allocations, flagging variances to the Project Director and preparing budget revision requests when required for management or donor approval.
• Manage procurement financial processing including verification of invoices, purchase orders, delivery receipts, and contracts before authorizing payments through designated channels.
• Train administrative and support staff on basic financial documentation, expense reporting, and petty cash management procedures to maintain financial discipline across the project office.

Admin Officer – Job Responsibilities

• Manage the project office’s day-to-day administrative operations including facilities management, office supply procurement, vendor relations, equipment maintenance, and utility management.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, and logistics for project staff, consultants, and visitors including international and domestic missions and field visits.
• Manage official correspondence, filing systems, and document control for all project documentation including contracts, reports, MoUs, and regulatory filings in physical and digital formats.
• Provide administrative support for project events including workshops, seminars, steering committee meetings, and field activities — managing venue bookings, invitations, catering, and materials preparation.
• Oversee staff attendance, leave management, and HR administrative processes for project personnel in coordination with the Project Director and the Ministry’s HR section.
• Coordinate procurement of goods and services for the project office, preparing specifications, obtaining quotations, and completing procurement files in compliance with PPRA rules.
• Manage the project’s asset register, maintaining an updated inventory of all office equipment, furniture, vehicles, and IT assets and overseeing their maintenance and disposal as required.
• Support the Finance & Accounts Officer in processing petty cash claims, expense reports, and administrative payment documentation as and when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Finance Officer Education: MBA Finance, BBA Finance, CA (partial/finalist), ACCA, or equivalent from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Finance Officer Experience: Minimum 5 years in financial management in government, development sector, or NGO projects.
• Admin Officer Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Admin Officer Experience: Minimum 5 years in administration and operations management in government, development, or corporate organizations.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender (both positions)
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

DevCom Fellows (10 Posts) & Office Assistant (1 Post)

PPS-5 & PPS-3 · Islamabad · 11 Posts · Deadline: 6 June 2026

DevCom Fellows – Job Responsibilities

• Support the Ministry’s Development Communications (DevCom) unit by assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of advocacy campaigns, stakeholder outreach events, and social media activities.
• Assist Content Writers and the Head of Campaign in researching, drafting, and editing content for the Ministry’s digital platforms including social media posts, blog articles, website updates, and campaign captions.
• Help coordinate field-based communications activities including community outreach sessions, awareness campaigns, and data-collection interviews, taking notes and contributing to field reports.
• Support the management of the Ministry’s social media accounts by monitoring engagement, scheduling posts, tracking analytics, and flagging significant public feedback to the communications team.
• Assist in event logistics for workshops, press briefings, and stakeholder meetings organized by the DevCom unit, helping with registration, materials preparation, venue setup, and post-event documentation.
• Support the Graphic Illustrator and Videographer in sourcing reference materials, managing design revision rounds, organizing media files, and tracking production deadlines for communications deliverables.
• Participate in the Ministry’s capacity-building sessions, training workshops, and peer-learning circles as part of the DevCom Fellows programme, developing communications and advocacy skills throughout the fellowship.
• Prepare weekly status updates on assigned communications tasks and contribute to the DevCom unit’s monthly reporting on activities, outputs, and lessons learned for senior review.

Office Assistant – Job Responsibilities

• Provide general office support to the project team including managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, filing, photocopying, printing, and distributing official documents.
• Maintain the office stationery and supply inventory, placing timely requisition requests to ensure uninterrupted availability of essential materials for daily project operations.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings, making room arrangements, setting up audio-visual equipment, and preparing refreshments for internal and external project events.
• Support the Admin Officer in maintaining the asset register, tracking equipment loans, managing visitor logbooks, and handling routine clerical tasks as directed by project management.
• Assist in organizing document filing, archiving completed project files, and maintaining the office’s record-keeping system in an orderly and accessible manner.
• Handle petty cash requests, obtain receipts, and maintain petty cash records under the supervision of the Finance & Accounts Officer in line with approved petty cash procedures.
• Provide logistical support during field visits, external events, and stakeholder engagements by assisting with material transport, participant registration, and on-site coordination.
• Carry out any other general administrative tasks assigned by the Admin Officer or Project Director to ensure smooth daily operations of the project office.

Requirements & Qualifications

• DevCom Fellows Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Media, or related field; fresh or early-career candidates encouraged.
• DevCom Fellows Experience: As per NJP/Ministry eligibility rules; ideal for candidates with 0–3 years of experience in communications, advocacy, or development work.
• Office Assistant Education: Intermediate (FA/FSc) or Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
• Office Assistant Experience: As per NJP/Ministry eligibility rules; basic computer literacy and office management skills required.
• Gender: Male / Female / Transgender (both positions)
• Apply: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live → Search “Ministry of Planning” → View Details → Login to Apply