The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), an autonomous statutory body established under the PPRA Ordinance 2002, invites applications on open merit for the position of Regulations Specialist purely on a contract basis in Islamabad under advertisement reference PID(I)2668/26.
Role Overview & Core Responsibilities
The Regulations Specialist will lead the harmonization of national public procurement systems. Responsibilities include drafting, refining, and updating public procurement rules, regulations, Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs), operational manuals, and codes of ethics. The specialist will review procurement frameworks across federal ministries, draft regulatory provisions for e-procurement (EPADS) and public-private partnerships, and conduct continuous assessments to align national procurement standards with international best practices.
Eligibility & Experience Criteria
Candidates must hold a Master's degree (16 years education) or higher in public policy, public administration, supply chain management, corporate law, or a relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized institution. A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in formulating regulatory frameworks, preferably within the public sector, is required. Candidates with international procurement certifications will receive preference. Maximum age limit is 50 years as of the closing date.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit online applications exclusively through the National Job Portal (NJP) at https://njp.gov.pk by 04 October 2026. No manual submissions will be entertained.
Important Instructions
- Computer literacy is an essential requirement.
- The contract is initially for two years, extendable based on performance.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be called for test/interview. No TA/DA is admissible.
- Office Contact: HR Expert, PPRA, 1st Floor, FBC Building, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad (Phone: 051-9201850).