The Pakistan Digital Authority invites applications from privacy governance experts for the crucial post of Data Protection Officer (Job ID: PDA-J0165) based at Islamabad.
Statutory Authority and Privacy Architecture
The Pakistan Digital Authority enforces privacy, data sovereign rights, and regulatory frameworks governing citizen data across public and private digital platforms. The Data Protection Officer ensures all digital public infrastructure systems adhere strictly to national privacy legislation and international privacy benchmarks.
Core Responsibilities and Governance Scope
The Data Protection Officer oversees compliance with personal data protection regulations across federal digital initiatives. Key duties include conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), establishing data retention and consent protocols, monitoring data breach notification frameworks, handling data subject access requests, and advising engineering teams on privacy-by-design standards. The officer serves as the principal liaison for external regulatory audits and stakeholder privacy inquiries.
Application Preparation Checklist
Candidates must prepare their application dossier:
- Resume (max 4 pages) and cover letter stating Job ID: PDA-J0165.
- Attested copies of academic degrees in Law, Information Security, or relevant fields.
- Valid copies of professional data privacy certifications (CIPP, CIPM, CISM, etc.).
- Valid CNIC copy and district domicile document.
- Experience certificates documenting institutional data privacy implementation.
Submission Guidelines and Closing Date
Applications must be submitted by email to jobs@pda.gov.pk clearly indicating Job ID: PDA-J0165 and the position name in the subject line before October 19, 2026. In-service applicants must submit an NOC. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.