The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Islamabad has announced a Research Analyst job for qualified and experienced professionals. The vacancy is being filled on merit on a purely contract basis, initially for two years, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance.
There is one Research Analyst position available. Candidates should hold the required postgraduate qualification and have at least five years of relevant experience in developing frameworks and regulations, preferably within public-sector settings. Applications must be submitted online through the National Job Portal before 4 October 2026.
Job Overview
Hiring Organization: Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
Job Title: Research Analyst
Number of Posts: 1
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Employment Type: Contract
Initial Contract Period: 2 years
Extension: Subject to satisfactory performance
Maximum Age: 45 years
Experience Required: At least 5 years
Selection Basis: Merit
Remuneration: Market-based competitive lump-sum remuneration
Application Method: Online through National Job Portal
Last Date to Apply: 4 October 2026
The advertisement does not disclose a fixed numerical salary for the Research Analyst position.
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a Master's degree representing 16 years of education or a higher qualification in one of the relevant disciplines identified by PPRA.
The advertisement lists the following areas:
- Public Policy
- Public Administration
- Supply Chain Management
- Corporate Law
- International Relations
- A relevant equivalent qualification
The qualification must be obtained from an HEC-recognized university.
Candidates holding relevant professional international certifications will be preferred.
Experience Requirement
Applicants must have at least five years of experience in the formulation of new frameworks and regulations.
According to the advertisement, experience gained in public-sector settings will be preferred.
Computer literacy is also described as an essential skill for all advertised PPRA positions.
Research Analyst Responsibilities
The Research Analyst will support PPRA's work relating to public procurement systems, regulatory frameworks and procurement reforms.
The advertised responsibilities include supporting the harmonization of the procurement system through the formulation of rules, regulations, Standard Bidding Documents, manuals and codes of ethics.
The selected candidate will also assist in conducting studies and surveys relating to procurement, supply chain management, contract management and interconnected areas.
The role includes assisting with reviews of the existing procurement framework and regulations and helping draft new frameworks on a continuing basis to support innovation and improvement.
Another responsibility is to extract and evaluate EPADS data trends to identify system bottlenecks.
The Research Analyst will also study international best practices in public procurement and electronic government procurement and suggest reforms to management.
Other duties may be assigned by management when required.
Contract Terms
The appointment will initially be made for two years on a purely contract basis.
The contract may be extended subject to satisfactory performance.
PPRA states that appointments will carry market-based competitive lump-sum remuneration, although no specific salary amount is provided for this position in the advertisement.
Age Limit
The maximum age for the Research Analyst position is 45 years.
Candidates may be entitled to upper-age relaxation according to applicable Federal Government rules. Age will be calculated up to the closing date for applications.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications online through the National Job Portal (NJP).
Official Application Link:
https://njp.gov.pk
Manual applications will not be accepted.
Applicants interested in more than one advertised PPRA position must submit a separate application for each post.
Only shortlisted and eligible applicants will be called for the test or interview.
Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to present their original educational credentials, testimonials and experience certificates together with one set of attested copies.
Government employees may apply through the proper channel.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the PPRA Research Analyst job is 4 October 2026.
Applicants should complete their NJP application before the advertised closing date.
PPRA Contact Address
HR Expert
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
First Floor, FBC Building
Sector G-5/2, Islamabad
Pakistan
Phone: 051-9201850
