The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan invites applications from accomplished senior professionals for the executive position of Project Director (PPS-09) under the PSDP-funded development project entitled "Award of Allama Muhammad Iqbal 3000 Scholarships to Afghan Students (Prime Minister's Directive)" based at HEC Headquarters, Islamabad.
Project Charter and Strategic Responsibilities
The Project Director provides overall strategic leadership and executive administration for the bilateral scholarship program. Major responsibilities include:
- Overseeing end-to-end implementation of the scholarship program in coordination with federal ministries, Pakistani universities, and diplomatic missions.
- Managing project budgeting, fund disbursements, PSDP PC-I compliance, and financial audits.
- Supervising the admissions, visa clearances, hostel accommodation, student stipends, and academic monitoring of international scholars across Pakistan.
- Leading the project management unit (PMU), preparing periodic progress reports, and briefing the HEC management and steering committees.
Candidate Profile and Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold a 16-year Master's degree or equivalent (at least second division) from an HEC-recognized university. Candidates must possess at least seven (07) years of professional experience in reputable public or private sector organizations, including a minimum of five (05) years of managerial experience acquired after the final degree. The maximum age limit is 62 years. The position is open on Open Merit.
Compensation and Nature of Contract
The appointment is on a contract basis under Project Pay Scale (PPS-09) with an all-inclusive monthly package of Rs. 398,130/- per month. Project employment does not confer any entitlement to regular appointment in HEC.
How to Apply (Online Portal Submission)
Applications must be submitted online through the HEC recruitment portal at https://careers.hec.gov.pk on or before October 14, 2026. No hard copies of CV or documents are required at this stage.
Important Instructions
In-service government servants must apply through proper administrative channels. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for test/interview. No TA/DA is admissible. For technical portal queries, applicants may contact 051-111-119-432 or 0334-1119432.