The National Information Technology Board has announced new contract-based job opportunities in Islamabad under the PSDP-funded Smart Islamabad Initiative. These positions aim to strengthen digital governance, data integration, and project management within the federal capital. Applications are being accepted through the National Jobs Portal, ensuring a transparent and centralized recruitment process.
Overview of NITB Job Openings
The latest hiring drive focuses on senior leadership, technical expertise, and administrative management roles. These positions are offered on a contract basis and are designed to support the implementation of smart city solutions in Islamabad. As a result, experienced professionals from IT, data, finance, and human resources backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
NITB is currently recruiting for five core roles under the Smart Islamabad Initiative. These include Project Director, Integration Expert, Data Analyst, Manager Admin and HR, and Manager Finance and Procurement. Each role carries specific experience requirements ranging from five to ten years. The maximum age limit for all advertised positions is 50 years, subject to applicable government rules.
Detailed Vacancies Under Smart Islamabad Initiative
The Project Director position carries a PPS-11 scale and requires at least ten years of relevant experience. Similarly, the Integration Expert role, offered at PPS-10, also demands ten years of professional experience. The Data Analyst position is available at PPS-09 and requires a minimum of five years of experience.
In addition, NITB is hiring a Manager Admin and HR and a Manager Finance and Procurement, both offered at PPS-08. Each of these roles requires five years of relevant experience. All positions are Islamabad-based and will operate under contract terms defined by the project framework.
Other Government Jobs Available via NJP
Alongside NITB positions, several other federal organizations have listed vacancies on the National Jobs Portal. These include roles in regulatory authorities, digital governance bodies, railways, finance divisions, and IT security institutions. Deadlines for these positions range between January 11 and January 25, 2026, depending on the organization.
These listings provide opportunities across technical, managerial, research, and operational domains. Therefore, candidates seeking government contract roles should regularly monitor NJP updates.
Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
Applicants must be Pakistani nationals and meet the education and experience requirements specified for each role. Relevant professional experience is mandatory, with thresholds ranging from five to ten years. Candidates must also meet the age criteria, with relaxation applied where federal rules allow.
Willingness to work on a contract basis in Islamabad is essential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for tests or interviews. Therefore, applicants should ensure that their profiles are complete and accurate on the portal.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted online through the National Jobs Portal. Candidates should carefully review each job posting for exact qualifications, degree requirements, and role-specific responsibilities before applying.
Overall, the new NITB recruitment reflects the government’s continued focus on digital transformation and smart city development. These roles offer professionals a chance to contribute directly to Islamabad’s evolving digital infrastructure.
