Key Highlights & Overview

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown by Category

Category A: Directors

• General Eligibility for Directors:
  • Age Limit: 40 – 55 Years
  • Experience: 5 to 10 relevant years of experience in the public or corporate sector.

1. Director Finance & Operations

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: MS / MPhil / MBA (18 years of education) in Finance or an allied field.

  Specific Requirements: Proven expertise in financial management, budgeting, internal/external audit, procurement, administration, and Human Resource Management (HRM). Must possess organizational-level leadership, team management, and strong compliance knowledge.

2. Director Programs & Research

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: MS / MPhil (18 years of education) in Social Sciences & Humanities.
• Specific Requirements: Demonstrated experience in program design, project management, policy research, and donor liaison. Proven record of organizational-level leadership and effective management of strategic research and program projects.

Category B: Officer Level Positions

• General Eligibility for Officer Level Positions:
  • Age Limit: 24 – 40 Years
  • Experience: 3 to 8 years of relevant working experience.

3. Personal Staff to Executive Director

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: MA / MS / MPhil (16–18 years of education) in Social Sciences.
• Specific Requirements: Experience working as an executive assistant or staff officer within a public or research organization. Requires exceptional written and spoken English skills to draft high-level official correspondence and act as a professional liaison for the Executive Director.

4. Administration and HR Officer

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: BBA / MBA (16–18 years of education) in HRM or Business Administration.
• Specific Requirements: Direct hands-on experience in HR operations, office administration, and general facility management.

5. Accounts Officer

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: B.Com / BBA / BS (16–18 years of education) in Finance, Commerce, or Accounting.
• Specific Requirements: Experience in bookkeeping, budgeting, financial reporting, taxation, and auditing.

6. Research Officer-I (Democracy & Federalism)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: MA / MSc / MPhil (16–18 years of education) in Social Sciences & Humanities.
• Specific Requirements: Proven background in social research, policy analysis, and writing analytical reports related to democratic governance and federalism.

7. Research Officer-II (Constitutional Affairs & Law)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: LLB / LLM (16–18 years of education).
• Specific Requirements: Relevant experience working on constitutional rights, human rights issues, and legislative research.

8. Research Officer-III (Digital Media Lead)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: MS / MSc (16–18 years of education) in IT, Digital/Media Studies.
• Specific Requirements: Experience in managing the virtual image and branding of an institution, updating official social media handles, and maintaining official websites.

9. Digital Expert (Videographer-Video Editor)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: BS / MS (16–18 years of education) in Visual Arts, Digital Media, Media Studies, or related discipline.
• Specific Requirements: Experience in videography (DSLR, mirrorless cameras, lighting, and sound setup), professional video editing, audio mixing, motion graphics, and content optimization for digital platforms. Candidates must submit a portfolio/showreel. Responsibility includes managing live coverage and podcast productions.

Category C: Internships

• General Eligibility for Internships:
  • Age Limit: 22 – 32 Years
  • Experience: Fresh graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

10. Research Intern – Media Management

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: BS / BA (16 years) in Media Studies or Journalism.
• Specific Requirements: Knowledge and skills in digital media platforms, social media channel management, and basic video editing.

11. Research Intern (General)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: BA / BS / BCS (16 years) in Humanities or Social Sciences.
• Specific Requirements: Fundamental research skills, strong communication abilities, and proficiency in report writing.

Category D: Additional Support Staff

• General Eligibility for Support Staff:
  • Age Limit: 25 – 45 Years
  • Experience: Prior organizational experience working in a similar position.

12. Front Desk Person

• No. of Posts: 01
• Required Qualification: BA or Intermediate.
• Specific Requirements: Excellent command of Urdu with strong verbal communication and eloquence. Proficiency in English will be considered an added advantage.

13. Support Staff

• Positions Included: Driver, Guards, Office Boy, Office Cleaner, Office Lady, Cook, Messenger, Watchman.
• No. of Posts: As required.
• Required Qualification: Primary / Middle / Matriculation.
• Specific Requirements: Relevant practical experience. Valid driving license required for Drivers. Ex-servicemen are preferred for Security Guard roles.

General Terms & Conditions of Employment

1. Language Proficiency: An excellent command over written and spoken English is essential for all candidates applying for officer and director roles.
2. Age & Qualification Relaxations: Age, qualification, and experience relaxations may be granted to exceptionally qualified or experienced candidates in accordance with organizational policies.
3. Merit-Based Selection: All recruitment will be conducted through a transparent, accessible, and strictly merit-based process managed by the competent Selection Committee.
4. Probation & Contract Duration: Appointments will initially be made on a 03 to 06-month probationary basis. Continuation into a 1-year extendable contract will be subject to satisfactory performance measured against role-specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
5. No TA/DA: No Travel Allowance or Daily Allowance will be admissible for appearing in tests or interviews.
6. Equal Opportunity: The organization is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with special needs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Step-by-Step Application Instructions

Required Application Documents

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume.
2. Comprehensive Covering Letter highlighting your suitablity.
3. Attested copies of Educational Certificates & Degrees.
4. Experience Certificates from past employers.
5. Copy of Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).
6. Copy of Domicile Certificate.
7. Recent passport-size photograph.
8. Mandatory Samples: Research and writing samples are mandatory for Research Officers. A portfolio/showreel link is mandatory for Videographer / Media positions.

Application Submission Channels

Option 1: Submission via Email

• Email Address: researchdev2026@gmail.com
• Important Note: You MUST clearly state the exact position applied for in the subject line of your email (e.g., Application for the post of Research Officer-I (Democracy & Federalism)).

Option 2: Submission via Postal Mail

• Postal Address: P.O. Box No. 110, Karachi
• Important Note: Clearly write the name of the position applied for on the top right corner of the envelope.

Selection Note: Only shortlisted candidates meeting all specified criteria will be contacted for tests or interviews. Applications with missing documents or unclear subjects may not be considered.

Positions:

• Director Finance & Operations
• Director Program & Research
• Personal Staff to Executive Director
• Admin & HR Officer
• Accounts Officer
• Research Officer-I (Democracy & Federalism)
• Research Officer-II (Constitutional Affairs & Law)
• Research Officer-III (Digital Media Lead)
• Digital Expert (Videography / Video Editor)
• Research Intern – Media Management
• Research Intern – General
• Front Desk Person
• Driver
• Guards
• Office Boy
• Office Cleaner
• Office Lady
• Cook
• Messenger
• Watchman

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