Strategic Policy Planning Cell (SPPC), National Security Division Jobs 2025 Apply Now
Strategic Policy Planning Cell (SPPC), National Security Division Jobs 2025 Apply Now
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Applications are invited from persons of eminence for the Strategic Policy Planning Cell (SPPC), National Security Division for recruitment against the following Management Positions:
| Name | Code | Description | Qualification & Experience | Upper-Axis Limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Chairman, SPPP (MP-I) | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission’s recognized University in International Relations, International Affairs, Security Studies or related field. Foreign qualification will be preferred. Expertise/Background Working with government on national security, policy research and formulation and strategic communications. Expertise/Background Minimum 08 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 12 years with Masters / MPhil degree. | 50 years | |
| 2. Legal Advisor on National Security (LANS), (MP-I) | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or equivalent from Higher Education Commission’s recognized university in International Law. Expertise/Background Working with government on international law and national security, policy research, treaty analysis, and international negotiations. Expertise/Background Minimum 10 years of experience in relevant field. At least 5 years’ Government experience in the requisite field. | 50 Years | |
| 3. Senior Policy Specialist (MP-I) – Traditional Security | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission recognized University in International Relations and Security Studies. Expertise/Background Security, policy planning and research and strategic communications. Expertise/Background Minimum 08 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 12 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 50 years | |
| 4. Senior Policy Specialist (MP-I) Non-Traditional Security | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or Master’s / MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from a Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized University in Public Policy, Development Economics, Political Economy. Expertise/Background Experience in non-traditional security areas, economic policy, policy research and implementation. Expertise/Background Minimum 08 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 12 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 50 years | |
| 5. Policy Expert (MP-II) Traditional Security | 02 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission recognized University in international relationships, defence and strategic studies. Expertise/Background Demonstrated experience of working in government on policy research, conducting International Security forums, policy implementation and inter-ministerial coordination. Expertise/Background Minimum 05 years of experience in case of Ph.D or 08 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 45 years | |
| 6. Policy Expert (MP-II) Non-Traditional Security | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission recognized University in public policy, economy/political economy. Expertise/Background Demonstrated experience of working in government on policy research, implementing and policy planning on cross cutting non-traditional security areas. Expertise/Background Minimum 05 years of experience in case of Ph.D or 08 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 45 years | |
| 7. Research Specialist (MP-III) Traditional Security | 03 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission recognized University in international relationships, defence and strategic studies. Expertise/Background Experience in research and analysis, coordination with think tank/academia, conducting international seminars and delegations. Expertise/Background Minimum 03 years of experience in case of Ph.D or 05 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 40 years | |
| 8. Research Specialist (MP-III) Non-Traditional Security | 02 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or Master/MPhil Degree with minimum 18 years of education from a Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized University in Public Policy, Economics/Political Economy, Data Analytics or equivalents. Expertise/Background Experience in non-traditional security areas, research and analysis on cross-cutting non-traditional security issues. Expertise/Background Minimum 05 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 05 years with Masters/MPhil degree. | 40 years | |
| 9. Research Specialist (MP-III) International Law | 01 | Minimum Qualification Ph.D. or LLM Degree with minimum 18 years of education from Higher Education Commission’s recognized university in International Law. Expertise/Background Experience in research and legal analysis on international law and non-Expertise traditional security issues, including international disputes, cybersecurity, investment law, law of the sea, and human security. Minimum 03 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 05 years’ experience with LLM degree. Expertise/Background Minimum 03 years of experience in case of Ph.D. or 05 years with LLM degree. | 40 Years |
Application requirements:
a) Only Pakistani nationals are eligible.
b) Candidates must be of sound mental and physical health.
c) In case of selection, candidates working in public/private sector will have to either resign or seek retirement from their parent organizations before joining the new assignment. In case of Government Servants, candidates should apply through proper channel.
d) Candidates meeting the above criteria should apply online through National Job Portal (www.njp.gov.pk) and also forward all relevant documents along with CV to the National Security Division within 15 days from the date of publication of this advertisement.
e) Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. No TA/DA shall be admissible to candidates called for the interview.
Procedure for Selection:
a) Applications will be considered for the advertised positions as per the eligibility criteria mentioned above. A Selection Committee shall interview the shortlisted candidates.
b) Candidates should clearly state which post(s) they wish to be considered for. However, the Selection Committee reserves the right to consider a candidate for a lower post/scale if deemed appropriate.
c) The initial period of contract is three (3) years. The term of contract is extendable contingent upon result-based performance and need of the Government.
d) The positions carry comprehensive salary benefits as per the approved Government/MP Scale Packages.
Note: Detailed job description and conditions of the above posts may be seen at National Security Division website (www.nsd.gov.pk).
Joint Secretary (Admin)
National Security Division
Prime Minister Office, Islamabad
PR #645 1236013
