Consultant & Young Professional Opportunities with Ministry of Education, Pakistan

Further Details

The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, a key government entity in Pakistan, is announcing exciting career opportunities for a Consultant and Young Professional Officers. These roles are integral to the 'Actions to Strengthen Performance for Inclusive and Responsive Education Program'. The ministry is looking for individuals with a strong foundation in education policy, planning, and reforms, as well as emerging talent eager to contribute to the education sector. This government job opening provides a platform for professionals to engage in impactful projects that shape the future of education in Pakistan. Candidates will be evaluated based on their academic achievements, professional experience, and specific skills relevant to the consulting and young professional roles. The selection process emphasizes a commitment to public service and a passion for educational development.

Consultant & Young Professional Opportunities in Pakistan's Education Sector

The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (M/o FE&PT) in Pakistan is inviting expressions of interest for critical consulting roles. This government initiative, funded by international partners, aims to enhance the performance of the inclusive and responsive education program. The ministry is seeking a highly qualified Consultant for Education Policy, Planning and Reforms, along with two Young Professional Officers (YPOs) to support these vital efforts. These government jobs offer a significant opportunity for professionals to contribute to national educational strategies and reforms. The roles require a strong academic foundation, extensive experience in public policy, and a proven ability to manage complex projects within the education sector. Successful candidates will play a key role in driving positive change and improving educational outcomes across Pakistan. Key Highlights:

• Consultant - Education Policy, Planning and Reforms: Requires a Master's degree and substantial experience in public policy and education sector development.
• Young Professional Officers (YPOs): Open to Bachelor's degree holders with relevant experience in fields like Business Administration, Public Administration, or Education.
• Government Sector Opportunity: Contribute to national educational initiatives within a leading ministry.
• Competitive Remuneration: Attractive compensation packages are expected for these specialized roles.
• Career Development: Gain invaluable experience and professional growth in the public sector.

Job Positions:

Sr.#	Job Title	Required Qualifications	Location	Experience	Salary Range	Vacancies	Age Limit
1	Consultant - Education Policy, Planning and Reforms	Master's Degree	Islamabad	Minimum 20 years	N/A	01	N/A
2	Young Professional - Education Training	Bachelor's Degree	Islamabad	Minimum 2 years	N/A	01	N/A
3	Young Professional - Partnerships, Stakeholder Engagement and Inclusion	Bachelor's Degree	Islamabad	Up to 1 year	N/A	01	N/A

Skills

• Master's degree in education policy or public policy or related Social Sciences
• A minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible experience in public policy, education sector planning and reform
• Proven track record of managing or contributing to assignments funded or supported by multilateral and bilateral development partners or donor agencies
• Experience in institutional capacity assessment and organizational strengthening in the education sector
• Experience in conducting or overseeing education-sector studies, assessments, evaluations and research
• Experience in leading teams and producing high-quality policy documents, and evaluation or research reports
• Demonstrated experience of working with federal and all provinces of Pakistan in the education sector
• At least 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized university in Public Policy, or Development Studies
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in public sector development programs, preferably including 1 year on a PforR education project
• Experience in field-based data collection and monitoring, including surveys, FGDs, interviews, and stakeholder consultations
• Experience in teacher training programs, digital learning platforms, curriculum review, and quality assurance of educational content
• Experience in government reporting and donor-funded project implementation
• Experience in preparing or publishing education-related policy content, including policy briefs, reports, newsletters, or newspaper articles
• Exposure to inclusive education programming (e.g
• Out-of-School Children, Special Education, and Non-Formal Education)
• Experience supporting meetings, workshops, consultations, or stakeholder coordination
• Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of R, STATA, and Canva
• Bachelor's degree (minimum sixteen (16) years of education) in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Relations, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, Education, or another relevant discipline from a recognized institution
• Up to one (1) year of relevant professional experience, including internships, traineeships, or employment supporting project management, stakeholder engagement, partnerships, program support, business development, or related functions
• Experience supporting meetings, workshops, consultations, or stakeholder coordination

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Master's degree in education policy or public policy or related Social Sciences from a recognized national or international university
• A minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible professional experience in public policy, education sector planning and reform, with substantial experience at national and sub-national levels in Pakistan
• Proven track record of managing or contributing to assignments funded or supported by multilateral and bilateral development partners or donor agencies
• Experience in institutional capacity assessment and organizational strengthening in the education sector
• Experience in conducting or overseeing education-sector studies, assessments, evaluations and research
• Experience in leading teams and producing high-quality policy documents, and evaluation or research reports
• Demonstrated experience of working with federal and all provinces of Pakistan in the education sector will be given preference
• At least 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized university in Public Policy, or Development Studies; preference will be given to candidates holding higher degree in these disciplines
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in public sector development programs, preferably including 1 year on a PforR education project
• Experience in field-based data collection and monitoring, including surveys, FGDs, interviews, and stakeholder consultations
• Experience in teacher training programs, digital learning platforms, curriculum review, and quality assurance of educational content
• Experience in government reporting and donor-funded project implementation
• Experience in preparing or publishing education-related policy content, including policy briefs, reports, newsletters, or newspaper articles
• Exposure to inclusive education programming (e.g
• Out-of-School Children, Special Education, and Non-Formal Education) is preferred
• Experience supporting meetings, workshops, consultations, or stakeholder coordination will be an asset
• Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of R, STATA, and Canva will be an added advantage
• Bachelor's degree (minimum sixteen (16) years of education) in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Relations, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, Education, or another relevant discipline from a recognized institution
• Up to one (1) year of relevant professional experience, including internships, traineeships, or employment supporting project management, stakeholder engagement, partnerships, program support, business development, or related functions
• Experience supporting meetings, workshops, consultations, or stakeholder coordination will be an asset
• Experience working with government institutions, development partners, or donor supported projects will be considered an advantage

How to apply

How to Submit Your Expression of Interest

💼 Prepare Your Application: Ensure you have all required documents ready. This includes your updated CV, copies of your CNIC, relevant educational certificates, and attested copies of experience certificates. 📩 Submit Your Expression of Interest (EOI): Your EOI must be submitted either via email or in hard copy to the address provided below. 📅 Application Deadline: All applications must be received no later than 09-10-2026 at 12:00 PM. Late submissions will not be considered. 📌 Submission Address (Hard Copy): PCU-ASPIRE, M/o FE&PT, Pakistan Manpower Institute (PMI), Building, Shahrah-e-Suhrawardy, G-7/1, Islamabad. 📧 Submission Email: uzma.malik.pcu@gmail.com ⚠️ Important Notes:

• Candidates must disclose any potential or actual conflict of interest along with their EOIs.
• Shortlisted consultants will be notified to submit their detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) in accordance with Section 8 of the Procurement of Consultancy Services Regulations, 2010.
• The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are available on the M/o FE&PT website: https://mofept.gov.pk/.
• For any inquiries, please contact: 051-9252497.

👉 Eligibility Criteria:

• Consultant: Master's degree in education policy or public policy or related Social Sciences with a minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible professional experience.
• Young Professional Officers: Bachelor's degree (minimum 16 years of education) in relevant disciplines with specified years of experience.
• The minimum qualifying marks for all positions are 50%.

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