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Address F-60/1, Near Abdullah Shah Ghazi Shrine, Shahrah-e-Attar, Clifton, Block-4, Karachi

Posted On	October 19, 2025
Organization	Sindh Higher Education Commission
Location:	Karachi
Job Type:	Sindh Government
Last Date:	November 8, 2025
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Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-19, Deputy Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-18, Assistant Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-17 & Data Analyst BPS-17 — Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC), Karachi

The Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC), Government of Sindh is inviting applications from qualified professionals domiciled in Sindh for a series of strategic and analytical roles—Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-19, Deputy Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-18, Assistant Director (Strategic Planning) BPS-17, and Data Analyst BPS-17—on contract / contributory pension scheme as per rules. These positions are Karachi-based and focus on policy analysis, higher education planning, research management, and data analytics to support sector-wide reforms.

Job Position Details

S. No.	Designation	Scale	#	Qualification, Experience & Skills	Max. Age*
1	Director (Strategic Planning)	BPS-19	01	Master’s (18 years) in any discipline (at least second division) from a HEC-recognized university/institute. Minimum 12 years of relevant professional & research experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership/management roles in a think tank, university, or government institution. International exposure/collaboration with global think tanks (e.g., RAND) will be preferred. Excellent leadership, policy analysis, research management, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills. Proficiency in MS Office, data analysis tools, and digital collaboration platforms; proven ability to develop partnerships with academia, government, and international stakeholders.	Up to 45 years
2	Deputy Director (Strategic Planning)	BPS-18	02	Bachelor’s (16 years) in any discipline (at least second division) or equivalent from a HEC-recognized university/institute. Minimum 5 years’ experience in BPS-17 or equivalent in research/academic/management/policy-making/HR or supervisory capacity under Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous bodies or reputable organizations. Publications in reputed journals / policy papers will be preferred. Advanced research & analytical skills, strong coordination and team management, excellent communication & presentation skills, MS Office proficiency.	Up to 40 years
3	Assistant Director (Strategic Planning)	BPS-17	02	Bachelor’s (16 years) in any discipline (at least second division) or equivalent from a HEC-recognized university/institute. At least 2 years of research/academic/policy experience under Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous bodies or reputable organizations. Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills; computer literacy with MS Office and statistical software; coordination and teamwork abilities.	Up to 30 years
4	Data Analyst	BPS-17	02	Bachelor’s (16 years) in Statistics / Computer Science / Economics or equivalent from a HEC-recognized university/institute. At least 2 years’ experience in data analysis, visualization & research support under Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous bodies or reputable organizations. Strong knowledge of statistical tools (SPSS, STATA, R, Python); proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and data-visualization software; analytical & problem-solving skills; ability to work with large datasets.	Up to 30 years

*Upper-age relaxation will be admissible as per Government of Sindh rules. ✅

What You’ll Do — Role Snapshots

Director (Strategic Planning) — BPS-19

Lead development of provincial higher education strategies, roadmaps, and performance frameworks.
Oversee research programs, policy reviews, and evidence synthesis to inform funding and governance decisions.
Build international partnerships, convene think-tank roundtables, and represent SHEC in high-level forums.
Mentor deputy/assistant directors; ensure quality control on reports, policy briefs, and submissions to government.
Champion data-informed decision-making using dashboards and KPI tracking.

Deputy Director (Strategic Planning) — BPS-18

Convert policy priorities into work plans, research agendas, and monitoring & evaluation frameworks.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, supervise staff, and deliver policy papers and implementation notes.
Engage with universities and research councils; manage timelines and stakeholder consultations.
Contribute to budget narratives, PC-1/PC-II inputs, and donor interactions where required.

Assistant Director (Strategic Planning) — BPS-17

Conduct desk research, literature reviews, and data compilation for policy memos and briefs.
Assist with surveys, focus groups, and field coordination with HEIs across Sindh.
Prepare presentations, meeting minutes, and progress trackers; support event logistics.
Run basic statistical checks and data cleaning in Excel or statistical software under supervision.

Data Analyst — BPS-17

Build and maintain datasets, using R, Python, SPSS, or STATA for descriptive and inferential analysis.
Develop interactive dashboards (Excel/BI tools) to visualize enrollment, research productivity, accreditation, and funding indicators.
Ensure data quality, metadata documentation, and version control; prepare one-page insights for decision-makers.
Support impact evaluations and policy simulations relevant to higher education reforms.

How to Apply: Process (Step-by-Step)

Prepare your dossier 🧾
- Draft a cover letter stating the post applied for.
- Update your CV to highlight policy research, education sector experience, leadership, analytics, and software/statistical tools, as required by each role.
Courier your application 📮
- Send your complete application through courier to:
  Deputy Director (Administration), Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC),
  F-60/1, Near Abdullah Shah Ghazi Shrine, Shahrah-e-Attar, Clifton, Block-4, Karachi.
- Also share queries (if any) via info@sindhhec.gov.pk or call 021-99332669-71.

Contact & Official Address 📬

Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC)
F-60/1, Near Abdullah Shah Ghazi Shrine, Shahrah-e-Attar, Clifton, Block-4, Karachi
Phone: 021-99332669-71 | Email: info@sindhhec.gov.pk | Web: www.sindhhec.gov.pk