Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (HNEYG) Jobs

Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (HNEYG) Jobs 2026 – Deputy Director to Office Helper Roles in Islamabad

The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Government of Pakistan, has announced a dynamic recruitment drive for 25+ contract-based positions under the Social Sector Accelerator for Health, Nutrition, Education, Youth & Gender (HNEYG)—a flagship initiative within the Prime Minister’s Youth Empowerment Programme. Based in Islamabad, these roles span senior leadership (PPS-8), mid-level management (PPS-7), and essential support staff (PPS-6/PPS-2), offering professionals the chance to shape national social development policy with real-world impact.

Vacancies include high-demand tech roles like Deputy Director Database and Deputy Director IT (Full Stack), strategic positions in Youth Coordination, Placements & PPP, Monitoring & Evaluation, and creative roles such as Graphic Designer & Social Media Marketing. Support staff opportunities include Office Assistant, Compliance & Information Assistant, Office Helper, and Drivers.

If you’re a data scientist, full-stack developer, M&E specialist, or communications expert seeking to drive youth empowerment and social sector reform at the federal level, this is your opportunity to serve Pakistan’s most vulnerable populations through evidence-based, technology-enabled programs.

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Job Position Details

Position	Pay Scale	No. of Posts	Core Focus
Deputy Director Database	PPS-8	01	SQL/NoSQL, cloud DBs, disaster recovery
Deputy Director IT (Full Stack)	PPS-8	01	Full-stack dev, cybersecurity, ERP systems
Deputy Director (Youth Coordination & PR)	PPS-8	01	Stakeholder engagement, communication strategy
Deputy Director Placements & PPP	PPS-8	01	Public-private partnerships, job placement pipelines
Deputy Director Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)	PPS-8	01	M&E frameworks, data analytics, reporting
Assistant Director Marketing	PPS-7	01	Digital marketing, content, campaign planning
Assistant Director Placement & PPP	PPS-7	03	Partnership coordination, stakeholder liaison
Assistant Director Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning	PPS-7	02	Data analysis, report writing, visualization
Assistant Director Finance	PPS-7	02	Financial reporting, accounting software, Excel
Graphic Designer & Social Media Marketing	PPS-6	01	Adobe Suite, digital branding, UI/UX
Office Assistant	PPS-6	02	Admin support, data handling, coordination
Program Assistant	PPS-6	01	MS Office, communication, organization
Compliance & Information Assistant	PPS-6	05	Customer service, data accuracy, teamwork
Office Helper	PPS-2	04	Office cleanliness, visitor assistance
Drivers	PPS-2	02	Official transport, document delivery

Role Requirements – Key Highlights

1) Deputy Director Database (PPS-8)

Education: Master’s in CS/Data Science (HEC-recognized)
Experience: 5+ years as DBA
Skills: SQL/NoSQL, query optimization, backup/recovery, Docker/Kubernetes
Plus: Cloud DBs (AWS RDS, Azure SQL), Python automation

2) Deputy Director IT (Full Stack) (PPS-8)

Education: Master’s/Bachelor’s in IT/CS
Experience: 8+ years in software dev & IT project management
Skills: Full-stack (React, Node.js, .NET), cloud (AWS/Azure), cybersecurity
Certifications: PMP, CISSP preferred

3) Deputy Director (Youth Coordination & PR) (PPS-8)

Education: Master’s in Public Admin/Social Sciences/Mass Comm
Experience: 5+ years in youth programs or public relations
Skills: Stakeholder mapping, communication strategy, event management

4) Deputy Director Placements & PPP (PPS-8)

Education: Master’s in Public Policy/Business/Development
Experience: 5+ years in job placement or PPP projects
Skills: Employer engagement, MoU drafting, partnership lifecycle management

5) Deputy Director M&E (PPS-8)

Education: Master’s in Economics/Public Policy
Experience: 5+ years in M&E for large projects
Tools: SPSS, STATA, R, Power BI

Mid-Level Roles (PPS-7)

Marketing: Digital campaigns, SEO, content calendars
Placement & PPP: Support senior leads in partner coordination
M&E & Learning: Data cleaning, dashboard updates, case studies
Finance: Voucher processing, reconciliation, financial reporting

Support Roles (PPS-6/PPS-2)

Graphic Designer: Portfolio required (web banners, social media kits)
Office/Program Assistants: MS Office, file management, meeting support
Compliance Assistants: Data entry, record verification, customer service
Office Helper/Drivers: Physical fitness, reliability, local knowledge

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide 📝

📄 Download the Prescribed Proforma:
Visit the official career page:
https://pc.gov.pk → Careers Section
✏️ Fill the Form Accurately:
– Enter exact degree titles, universities, and graduation years
– List employer names, job titles, and experience durations
– Provide active contact details (mobile/email)
📦 Prepare Your Application Package:
Include:
- Filled proforma
- Updated CV (2–4 pages for PPS-8/7; 1–2 for support roles)
- Attested copies of degrees, transcripts, and HEC equivalence (if foreign)
- Experience letters (on letterhead with stamp/signature)
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, Adobe Certified)
- Portfolio link (for Graphic Designer role)
📬 Submit via Courier (Mandatory):
Send your sealed envelope to:
Project Director, Social Sector Accelerator (HNEYG)
Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives
Islamabad, Pakistan
Note: Use the address printed on the proforma if different.
📅 Meet the Deadline:
Last Date: February 19, 2026
⚠️ Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Selection Process

Document Screening: Verification of qualifications and experience
Shortlisting: Based on relevance to HNEYG’s social sector goals
Technical Assessment (for tech/finance roles):
- Database: SQL query test
- IT: Coding challenge (full-stack)
- Finance: Excel modeling test
Interview: Panel interview assessing domain expertise and mission alignment
Final Selection: Appointment letters issued for contract duration

Key Dates Summary

Posted On	February 4, 2026
Organization	Ministry of Planning Development
Location	Islamabad
Job Type	Federal Government
Last Date to Apply	February 19, 2026

Why Join HNEYG?

🎯 National Impact: Directly influence youth empowerment, health, and education outcomes
💡 Innovation: Leverage tech (AI, data analytics) for social good
🌍 Global Standards: Work with World Bank, UNDP, and other development partners
📈 Career Growth: Build a portfolio in federal social sector programming
🤝 Collaborative Culture: Cross-functional teams focused on results

Avoid These Common Mistakes ❌

Omitting a portfolio for design roles
Submitting unattested degrees or blurry experience letters
Failing to tailor your CV to social sector keywords (youth, gender, M&E, PPP)
Missing the February 19, 2026 deadline—even by hours
Not using the prescribed proforma from pc.gov.pk

Final Reminder

With only one vacancy per senior role, competition will be fierce—but HNEYG seeks not just skilled professionals, but passionate advocates for Pakistan’s youth and marginalized communities. If you have the expertise and heart for social impact, prepare a targeted application and submit before the deadline.

Your work could help millions access education, jobs, and healthcare through Pakistan’s most ambitious social accelerator.

Contact: Project Director, HNEYG
Website: https://pc.gov.pk

Note: The Ministry reserves the right to cancel or re-advertise posts. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing leads to disqualification.