Higher Education Commission HEC Islamabad Jobs 2026 | Member Strategic Planning, Member Quality Assurance, Member Research Development and Innovation, Managing Director NAHE, Member Academics (BPS 22)
The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad has announced senior leadership and executive level vacancies for Pakistani nationals under the banner “Positions Vacant”. HEC is inviting applications for Member (Strategic Planning), Member (Quality Assurance), Member (Research, Development, and Innovation), Managing Director, National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE), and Member (Academics) (BPS 22 – Regular). Most positions are contract based for two years (extendable) with an all inclusive salary package of Rs. 950,000 per month, and the place of posting is Islamabad. The advertisement also specifies quota against certain positions (Punjab, Sindh Rural, and Merit), and provides a clear online application process through the official HEC careers portal with the last date of online submission: 15 March 2026. If you are looking for HEC Islamabad jobs 2026 in policy, quality assurance, research and innovation leadership, academic governance, and institutional capacity building, this announcement covers multiple top tier roles in one hiring round.
| Posted On | February 20, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Organization | Higher Education Commission |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Job Type | Federal Government |
| Address | Higher Education Commission, Sector H-9, Islamabad |
| Last Date | March 16, 2026 |
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Job Positions Detail
| Sr. No. | Position Title | Job Type | Tenure | Salary Package | Posts / Quota | Place of Posting | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member (Strategic Planning) | Contract | 2 years (Extendable) | Rs. 950,000 per month (All inclusive) | Punjab, 01 post | Islamabad | Up to 62 years |
| 2 | Member (Quality Assurance) | Contract | 2 years (Extendable) | Rs. 950,000 per month (All inclusive) | Punjab, 01 post | Islamabad | Up to 62 years |
| 3 | Member (Research, Development, and Innovation) | Contract | 2 years (Extendable) | Rs. 950,000 per month (All inclusive) | Sindh (R), 01 post | Islamabad | Up to 62 years |
| 4 | Managing Director, National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE) | Contract | 2 years (Extendable) | Rs. 950,000 per month (All inclusive) | Merit, 01 post | Islamabad | Up to 62 years |
| 5 | Member (Academics) | Regular | BPS 22 | BPS 22 (Regular) | Punjab, 01 post | Islamabad | Min 45, Max 55 years |
Position Wise Eligibility and Requirements (As Advertised)
1) Member (Strategic Planning) – Contract (2 years extendable)
Minimum Eligibility
- PhD degree in any discipline with minimum 20 years of distinguished experience in higher education, research, or academic administration in government or private sector
- At least 5 years of service in a leadership and strategic position with a proven record of strategic planning, program management, and good governance
Desirable Profile and Responsibilities
This role is designed for a leader who can take a sector wide view and translate it into clear, measurable plans. The position emphasizes:
- Analytical strength and ability to think at policy level
- Stakeholder engagement across multiple themes
- Strategy development, risk management, scenario planning, and market insight
- Data based planning aligned with global benchmarks and emerging trends
- Addressing sector challenges such as digital transformation, teaching and learning innovation, research impact, student outcomes, and global engagement
2) Member (Quality Assurance) – Contract (2 years extendable)
Minimum Eligibility
- PhD degree in any discipline with at least 20 years of distinguished experience in teaching, research, and or academic management
- At least 5 years of service in a leadership and strategic position with a proven record of leading quality improvement in a higher education institution
Desirable Profile and Responsibilities
This position focuses on strengthening quality culture at system level, especially:
- Establishing a culture of Total Quality Management (TQM) across the sector
- Strengthening quality across teaching and learning, research, academic governance, and financial proficiency
- Supporting universities in quality enhancement practices and outcomes based improvements
- Promoting institutional accountability and standards aligned with national expectations and evolving global practices
3) Member (Research, Development, and Innovation) – Contract (2 years extendable)
Minimum Eligibility
- PhD degree in any discipline, preferably in STEM, with at least 20 years of distinguished experience in teaching, research, and or academic management
- At least 5 years in senior academic or research leadership roles with a proven record of strategic leadership
Desirable Profile and Responsibilities
This role is aimed at increasing national research output and building a stronger innovation ecosystem in higher education. It highlights:
- Deep understanding of national and international research systems
- Aligning HEIs research activities with global best practices and emerging trends
- Leading interdisciplinary teams and building collaborative research culture
- Strong knowledge of international standards and emerging practices including intellectual property management, patent acquisition, and modern R and D approaches
4) Managing Director, National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE) – Contract (2 years extendable)
Minimum Eligibility
- Advanced degree, preferably PhD, from an HEC recognized university or institute
- Candidates with advanced qualifications in Education, Management, or HRM are encouraged to apply
Professional Profile
- Ability to command respect among academic peers
- Clear understanding of the role and expectations from modern universities
- Strong communication and relationship building capability
- Commitment to reform and delivery with high moral and ethical standards
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of academic experience, preferably in institutional development, capacity building, and training at national and international levels
- Experience in designing, developing, and managing new institutions
- Strong capacity building experience and or leadership within research intensive environments
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
The MD NAHE role is positioned as a national capacity building leadership role, covering:
- Building NAHE as a globally accredited and technologically advanced institution for training and research on higher education
- Designing and delivering high quality capacity building programs across teaching, research, academic governance, and leadership competencies
- Commissioning studies on capacity needs and impact assessment, developing a national database of academic resources
- Developing training pathways for faculty and staff, promoting change in academic culture and professional growth
- Global engagement with renowned institutions, long term partnerships, and international training opportunities
- Outreach through conferences, workshops, publications, digital platforms, and regular reporting
- Developing business plans toward sustainability, ensuring third party annual audit reports, and maintaining transparency through digital access
5) Member (Academics) – BPS 22 Regular (One post)
Age Requirement
- Minimum age: 45 years
- Maximum age: 55 years
Minimum Eligibility
- PhD degree in any discipline with 22 years experience in teaching, research, management, leadership, or administration in BPS 17 and above (or equivalent), including at least 5 years experience in BPS 21 (or equivalent) in Government or Semi Government organization
- Experience in managing complex administrative and financial organizations is required
- Candidates with research publications in internationally reputable journals will be preferred
Desirable
- Strong understanding of academic principles and practices including pedagogy, curricula, educational technologies, online learning, and accreditation
- Experience of leading large educational institutions is valued
- Strength in program development and integration with market and communities is a plus
- Stakeholder engagement experience at policy and negotiation level can be an advantage
How to Apply: Process
HEC has provided a clear online only application route. Please follow it exactly.
✅ Step 1: Apply online through HEC Careers Portal
- 📝 Submit your application online at the official HEC careers website:
https://careers.hec.gov.pk
📅 Step 2: Meet the deadline
- 📅 Last date for online application submission: March 15, 2026
🚫 Step 3: Do not send hard copies
- ✅ HEC clearly states: Do not send hard copies of application, CV, or documents.
✅ Step 4: Ensure your application is complete
- 🧾 Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.
✅ Step 5: Count only valid experience
- 📌 Part time, honorary, apprentice, and internee positions will not be counted as experience.
✅ Step 6: Government employees
- 🏛️ Candidates already in Government Service should apply through proper channel.
🎥 Step 7: Interview facilitation for out of region candidates
- 📍 Interviews for eligible candidates residing outside Islamabad Rawalpindi region may be arranged via audio video conferencing at the nearest HEC offices in Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, and Peshawar.
Help and Contact (As Advertised)
For technical assistance related to application submission:
- 📞 UAN: 051 111 119 432
- 🌐 Online help portal:
https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
HR Contact (as shown):
Director (HRM), HEC Islamabad
📞 051-90401422
Signature line in the advertisement: Aqeel Akhter Khan, Director (HRM)
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