Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) Jobs 2025 — Chiefs, Directors, Product & Tech Leads, Designers, Data & AI Roles (Islamabad | Apply by Email)

Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) Jobs 2025 — Chiefs, Directors, Product & Tech Leads, Designers, Data & AI Roles (Islamabad | Apply by Email)

The Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA)—a federal body established under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025—has announced a major hiring round to build its core leadership and specialist teams. New posts span executive leadership (e.g., Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Data Officer, Chief Technology Officer), digital public infrastructure, policy and regulation, product management, software engineering, design and content, AI/ML & data science, citizen experience, and corporate services. All positions are based in Islamabad and offer market-competitive salaries. Applications are invited by email only within 15 days of the ad’s publication.

📍 Location: 7th Floor, Kohsar Block, Islamabad
🏛️ Organization: Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA), an independent and autonomous federal body
🧑‍💼 Employment Type: Full-time, market-competitive package
🌐 Detailed JDs: pda.gov.pk/careers
✉️ Apply by Email: jobs@pda.gov.pk (subject line must include S. No. & Position)
⏳ Deadline: Within 15 days of publication (rolling evaluation until filled)
⚖️ Equal Opportunity: PDA welcomes applicants on merit; Government employees must apply with NOC

Open Positions (Complete List)

Include the S. No. in your email subject. Example: Subject: S. No. 5 – Chief Digital Public Infrastructure Officer

Snapshots of select roles (to guide your CV)

• Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) — Lead the national digital roadmap; align policy, platforms, funding, and partnerships; steward KPIs for adoption and impact.
• Chief Digital Public Infrastructure Officer — Own the DPI portfolio (identity, payments, registries, consent, data exchange); ensure interoperability, security, uptime, and scale.
• Chief Data Officer / Chief AI Officer — Establish data governance, privacy-by-design, MDM, and analytics. Launch AI pilots, MLOps, and model risk management for responsible AI in government.
• Chief Technology Officer / Lead Software Architect / Integration Architect — Define reference architectures, open standards, microservices, CI/CD, observability, and integration patterns.
• Executive Director – Enterprise Architecture — Run EA practice: capability maps, roadmaps, standards, review boards, and compliance with cybersecurity baselines.
• Director – Enterprise Risk & Compliance / Director – Internal Audit — Build second and third lines of defense; conduct risk assessments, audits, and remediation tracking.
• General Counsel / Chief Regulatory Officer — Draft and vet regulations, licenses, and data-sharing frameworks; ensure legislation coheres with international best practice.
• Product Manager / Digital Tribe Leader — Lead product squads; prioritize backlogs, run discovery/experimentation, and deliver outcomes for citizens and businesses.
• DevOps Expert / QA & Test Automation Expert — Operate cloud-native stacks, infrastructure-as-code, secure SDLC, automated testing, and SRE practices.
• Principal Backend/Frontend/Mobile Developers — Build performant, secure, and accessible apps; champion code quality, testing, and observability.
• Design Thinking Coach / Agile Coach / Scrum Master — Enable human-centered, iterative delivery; scale agile ceremonies and continuous improvement.
• CX Expert / Communications Manager / Content Writer / Graphic Designer / Video Graphic Editor / Animator — Create clear, multilingual content and interfaces that earn public trust.
• AI/ML Engineer / Data Scientist — Deliver analytics and ML solutions with strong data ethics, bias testing, and measurable service outcomes.
• Manager – People & Culture / Recruitment Associate — Build hiring pipelines, performance frameworks, learning paths, and an inclusive culture.

Eligibility & Terms

• 💰 Market-competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• 🚫 No TA/DA for interviews.
• 📝 Government department candidates must attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to apply.
• 📄 Full job descriptions are available at https://www.pda.gov.pk/careers.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step

1. Prepare your documents 📝
   • Updated CV/Resume (maximum 4 pages).
   • A crisp cover letter mentioning the exact position and S. No. you’re applying for and how your experience fits the role and PDA’s mandate.
2. Email your application ✉️
   • Send to jobs@pda.gov.pk.
   • Subject line format: S. No. <number> – <Position Title> (e.g., S. No. 9 – Chief Technology Officer).
   • Attach CV (PDF) and cover letter (PDF).
   • 📦 No hard copies will be accepted.
3. Timelines ⏳
   • Applications received within 15 days of the advertisement will be considered.
   • PDA may continue to receive and evaluate applications until the position is filled (rolling process).
   • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.
4. Fair chance policy ♿
   • PDA is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.