Higher Education Commission HEC Islamabad Jobs 2026

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Member (Strategic Planning)

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Tenure of Contract: 04 Years (Extendable)

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Salary Package: Lumpsum Pay of PKR 690,000/- (All inclusive)

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Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years

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No. of Post & Quota: 01 Post, Punjab: 01 Post

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Minimum Eligibility:

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* PhD degree in any discipline with at least 20 years of distinguished experience in higher education, research or academic administration or government at senior level.

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* At least five years' service at a leadership and strategic position and proven record of strategic planning, program management and good governance in higher education sector.

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Profile:

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* Member (Strategic Planning) will serve as a key leader and must possess strong analytical and technical skills. He/She must be "big picture thinkers", taking a broad, long-term... (text cuts off)

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* Role will involve responsibility for strategy development, risk management, scenario planning, market insight, policy advice and management, financial planning, performance management, business continuity planning, and external engagement. He/She will also be responsible for strategy development, risk management, scenario planning, market insight, policy advice and management, financial planning, performance management, business continuity planning, and external engagement. He/She will also be responsible for developing strategic partnerships and managing relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry leaders, and academic institutions.

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* Culture of Innovation within the higher education sector. Role involves responsibility for promoting a culture of innovation within the higher education sector and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and adaptation.

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* He/She will develop strategic initiatives to drive growth, enhance competitiveness, and create long-term value for the organization and its stakeholders. This includes identifying and evaluating new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and managing relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry leaders, and academic institutions.

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* He/She will be responsible for promoting global outreach and international engagement, along with familiarity with global benchmarks, and emerging market trends.

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Member (Quality Assurance)

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Tenure of Contract: 04 Years (Extendable)

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Salary Package: Lumpsum Pay of PKR 690,000/- (All inclusive)

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Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years

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No. of Post & Quota: 01 Post, Sindh (R): 01 Post

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Minimum Eligibility:

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* PhD degree in any discipline with at least 20 years of distinguished experience in teaching, research, and/or academic management.

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* At least five years' service at a leadership and strategic position and proven record of establishing a culture of Total Quality Management (TQM) throughout the sector.

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* Familiarity with national and international quality assurance standards, and experience in managing accreditation processes is essential.

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Member (Research, Development, and Innovation)

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Tenure of Contract: 04 Years (Extendable)

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Salary Package: Lumpsum Pay of PKR 690,000/- (All inclusive)

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Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years

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No. of Post & Quota: 01 Post, Balochistan: 01 Post

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Minimum Eligibility:

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* PhD degree in any discipline with at least 20 years of distinguished experience in teaching, research, and/or academic management.

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* At least five years' service at a leadership and strategic position and proven record of leading senior academic or research-based/led positions is mandatory.

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Profile:

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* Member (Research, Development, and Innovation) will play a key role in promoting a strong research and innovation culture in the higher education sector in Pakistan.

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* Culture of innovation within the higher education sector. Role involves responsibility for promoting a culture of innovation within the higher education sector and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and adaptation, along with familiarity with the diverse research cultures and funding landscapes across all academic disciplines.

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* He/She will develop strategic initiatives for RDI in research institutes with global best practices and emerging trends, ensuring the relevance and impact of research activities.

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* He/She will be responsible for promoting global outreach and international engagement, along with familiarity with intellectual property management, productivity and innovation. The role requires strong knowledge of international standards and emerging practices, including intellectual property management, technology transfer, and commercialization of research outcomes.

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Managing Director, National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE)

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Tenure of Contract: 04 Years (Extendable)

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Salary Package: Lumpsum Pay of PKR 690,000/- (All inclusive)

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Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years

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No. of Post & Quota: 01 Post, Open Merit

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Minimum Eligibility:

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* PhD degree from an HEC recognized University/ Institution.

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* Minimum 15 years post qualification experience related to management/ leadership/ training/ capacity building.

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Professional Profile:

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* Maintain a high-profile, respect of academic peers.

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* Knowledgeable about global trends and innovations, and expectations from a modern university.

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* Ability to communicate, inspire, and connect.

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* High level of personal responsibility.

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* High level of personal integrity.

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Experience:

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* Demonstrate evidence of excellence and achievement in the key areas of responsibility, including:

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* Leadership: Provide leadership to develop and build NAHE as a premier, globally accredited, technologically advanced, and internationally distinguished institution for higher education faculty and leadership development.

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* Management: Manage the resources and operations of NAHE, including budget, staffing, facilities, and technology, to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services and achievement of the academy's goals.

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* Training/Capacity Building: Develop and implement innovative and effective training and capacity building programs for higher education faculty and leadership, covering a wide range of topics such as teaching and learning, research, innovation, governance, and advocacy and collaboration.

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* Research/Impact Assessment: Conduct research on higher education faculty and staff development needs, trends, and the impact assessment of capacity building programs, and use the findings to inform program development and improvement.

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* Advocacy/Collaboration: Advocate for higher education faculty and leadership development needs and collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, higher education institutions, and professional associations, to promote change and development in Pakistan's academic landscape.

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* Technology Integration: Integrate technology into NAHE programs and operations, including online learning, blended learning, and educational technology tools, to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the academy's programs.

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* Global Outreach/International Engagement: Promote global outreach and international engagement, including partnerships with international institutions, participation in international conferences, and exchange programs for faculty and students.

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* Program Development: Develop new programs and services to meet emerging needs and trends in higher education faculty and leadership development, including online training, workshops, conferences, and consulting services.

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* Monitoring & Evaluation: Establish and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track the progress and outcomes of NAHE programs and services, and use the data to inform program improvement.

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* Financial Planning: Develop a business plan (both short and long term) to move towards sustainability. Provide for 3rd Party Annual Audit Reports and make all available on the website.

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Member (Academics)

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Tenure of Contract: 04 Years (Extendable)

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Salary Package: Lumpsum Pay of PKR 690,000/- (All inclusive)

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Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years

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No. of Post & Quota: 01 Post, Sindh (U): 01 Post

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Minimum Eligibility:

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* PhD degree in any discipline with at least 20 years of experience of teaching / research / management / leadership / administration in BPS 17 and above or equivalent in a recognized University/Institution.

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* Experience with management of various administrative and financial organizations is required. Candidates having research publications in journals of international repute will be preferred.

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Profile:

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* Member (Academics) will serve a leadership role in the academic sector of higher learning.

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* He/She will be responsible for policy development and implementation on academic standards, principles, practices and requirements, including but not limited to curriculum development, program accreditation, and quality assurance processes.

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* Experience of leading large educational institutions has been considered. Experience in program development, in integration with market and universities has been considered essential.

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* He/She will be responsible for promoting global outreach and international engagement, along with familiarity with global benchmarks, and emerging market trends.

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* Overseas experience gained after obtaining the required qualification.