Government of Pakistan Planning Commission (IT Jobs in Islamabad) 2025

Project Director, Joint Directors, Deputy Directors & Assistant Directors — Government of Pakistan Planning Commission (IT Jobs in Islamabad)

The Planning Commission (MoPDSI) has announced a Project Job Opportunity to strengthen the Ministry’s IT capacity. The project targets high-impact positions across project management, cyber security, enterprise software implementation, DevOps & ML operations, GIS/Geo-spatial systems, and data center management, along with essential admin/accounts support. All posts are Islamabad-based and fall under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).

The Planning Commission, Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (MoPDSI), Government of Pakistan, invites applications for multiple contract positions under the PSDP project “Strengthening of Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform in IT.” Roles include Project Director (PPS-10), Joint Director/Chief Information Security Officer (PPS-09), Joint Director (Implementation) (PPS-09), Joint Director/Deputy Chief (ICT) (PPS-09), Deputy Director (ML/DevOps, Solution Engineer) (PPS-08), Deputy Director (GIS) (PPS-08), Deputy Director (Implementation) (PPS-08), Assistant Director (Implementation) (PPS-07), Assistant Director (IT/Data Center) (PPS-07), and Assistant Admin & Accounts (PPS-05). These IT jobs in Islamabad are offered on a contract basis with competitive monthly salaries and are ideal for candidates with strong experience in software development, information security, DevOps/ML, GIS, data center operations, and public sector ICT delivery.

This announcement is crafted to help you quickly understand the roles, eligibility, salaries, and the application process via the National Job Portal (NJP) within the stipulated timeline.

Job Position Details

📍 Location: Islamabad (Pak Secretariat)
🏛️ Department/Project: Planning Commission, MoPDSI — Strengthening of Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform in IT
📄 Appointment Type: Contract (as per PSDP project terms)
🧭 Application Channel: NJP (www.njp.gov.pk) and www.pc.gov.pk (apply online on the prescribed form)
📅 Timeline: Apply within 15 days of this advertisement’s publication.

Detailed Role Highlights

1) Project Director (PPS-10)

Lead end-to-end program and service delivery for mission-critical public sector IT systems. The role anchors strategic planning, governance, vendor/partner alignment, budget control, risk management, and timely delivery against PSDP milestones. Candidates must demonstrate 12+ years of verifiable experience, strong stakeholder communication, and a track record in large-scale public/private IT transformation.

2) Joint Director / Chief Information Security Officer (PPS-09)

Own the information security posture—from policy to operations. Responsibilities include security architecture, SOC oversight, incident response, vulnerability management, pen-testing coordination, and compliance with international standards. At least two certifications among ITIL, CISA, CISSP, VCP, CEH are required. Experience in log analysis, intrusion detection/prevention, and governance is essential.

3) Joint Director (Implementation) (PPS-09)

Drive enterprise application lifecycle—analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support. Hands-on with ASP.NET, relational/NoSQL databases, cloud-native services (AWS/Azure), APIs & integrations (GraphQL, OAuth2/JWT), and BI/analytics (Power BI/Tableau). Prior leadership in software implementation or public sector IT transformation is preferred.

4) Joint Director / Deputy Chief (ICT) (PPS-09)

Coordinate multi-agency initiatives, ensuring alignment across PSDP cycles, procurement and e-Governance frameworks. The role favors candidates with MS/PhD, proven cross-functional leadership, and delivery across government stakeholders.

5) Deputy Director (ML/DevOps, Solution Engineer) (PPS-08)

Build and operate scalable pipelines for applications and data/ML workloads. Expertise in CI/CD, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code (Terraform), Python with TensorFlow/PyTorch, and observability (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) will stand out. Strong knowledge of Linux, Docker, Nginx/Apache, and secure configurations is required.

6) Deputy Director (GIS), Geo-Spatial Cell (PPS-08)

Design and manage GIS applications for planning and decision support. Experience in spatial databases, mapping services, geoprocessing, and integrating RS/Geography data for planning dashboards will be beneficial.

7) Deputy Director (Implementation) (PPS-08) – 2 Posts

Focus on backend engineering and integration. Proficiency in APIs (Python/Java), AWS, GraphQL, OAuth2/JWT, SQL/NoSQL, and automated testing is key. Exposure to Node.js/Express/NestJS and React will be a plus.

8) Assistant Director (Implementation) (PPS-07) – 2 Posts

Work on web application development using ASP.NET, SQL Server, MVC/.NET Core and contribute to QA/testing, API design (REST/RPC), and documentation. Knowledge of govt. rules and procedures helps ensure compliant delivery.

9) Assistant Director (IT/Data Center) (PPS-07)

Support data center operations, with emphasis on incident response, security, and cross-department coordination. Provide technical leadership to maintain uptime, reliability, and scalable performance.

10) Assistant Admin & Accounts (PPS-05)

Provide office administration, scheduling, secretarial support, and basic accounts functions. Prior experience in national/multinational setups is important.

Eligibility & Selection ✅

• Education: Minimum 16 years of education (BS/BE) in relevant fields; MS/PhD is a plus for senior posts.
• Experience: As specified per role (ranging from 1–2 years to 12+ years).
• Certifications (where applicable): CISA, CISSP, CEH, ITIL, VCP, AWS/GCP/Azure, DevOps/ML certifications.
• Government Service: Applicants already in government service must apply through proper channel.
• Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for test/interview.
• Documents: Bring original documents at the time of test/interview. 📝

How to Apply: Process

Follow these steps to submit a complete, compliant application:

1. Apply Online
   Go to the National Job Portal 👉 www.njp.gov.pk and also visit www.pc.gov.pk to find the prescribed online application form for this project. 📝
2. Deadline
   Submit your application within 15 days of this advertisement’s publication. 📅
3. Prepare Your Documents
   • CNIC, recent photograph
   • Degrees/transcripts (HEC-recognized)
   • Experience certificates mentioning roles, dates, and responsibilities
   • Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CEH, AWS/GCP/Azure, DevOps/ML)
   • Domicile and NOC (if serving in government)
   • Updated CV/Resume highlighting achievements, scale of projects, tech stacks, and PSDP/ADP exposure
4. Application Tips (Recommended)
   • Align your CV keywords with the role requirements (e.g., “ASP.NET MVC,” “Kubernetes,” “GraphQL,” “GIS,” “PSDP coordination”).
   • Showcase public-sector delivery, security compliance, and governance experience where relevant.
   • Include links (if permitted) to GitHub/portfolio or project case summaries to show outcomes (KPIs, uptime, cost optimization, security metrics).
   • Keep your email and phone number active for shortlisting updates.

Contact (Project Office)

Project Director
Strengthening of Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform in IT
Room No. 13, IT Wing, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad
📞 051-9214047