The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan invites applications for two (02) posts of Office Assistant (PPS-05) under PSDP development projects including "Faculty Development Program for Pakistani Universities" and "Ph.D Scholarship Program under US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor (Phase-I)" based at HEC Islamabad.
Role Overview and Secretarial Responsibilities
The Office Assistant provides day-to-day clerical, administrative, and record-keeping support to project directorates. Core duties include:
- Drafting routine correspondence, office notes, memorandums, and meeting minutes.
- Maintaining digital and physical project filing systems, diary/dispatch registers, and file tracking records.
- Operating office software for data entry, spreadsheet generation, and report formatting using MS Office.
- Coordinating meeting arrangements, logistical support, and scholar query handling.
Candidate Profile and Eligibility
Applicants must hold a 14-year Bachelor's degree (at least second division) from an HEC-recognized university, supported by at least two (02) years of relevant administrative experience in reputable organizations. Advanced practical proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is mandatory. The maximum age limit is 40 years. Quota distribution: Punjab (01 post) and Sindh Rural (01 post).
Salary and Appointment Terms
The appointment is offered on a contract basis under Project Pay Scale (PPS-05) with an all-inclusive monthly salary of Rs. 94,500/- per month. Contract employment does not confer any entitlement to permanent regular appointment.
How to Apply (Online Portal)
Eligible candidates should submit their applications online through the HEC careers portal at https://careers.hec.gov.pk on or before October 14, 2026.
Important Instructions
Government servants must apply through proper administrative channels. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for tests/interviews. No TA/DA is admissible.