The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has opened applications for five positions at its Centre of Excellence for CPEC, under the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives. The advertisement ran in The News on August 16, 2026 — and unlike most government postings, the application window here is unusually tight.
What PIDE’s Centre of Excellence for CPEC Actually Is
PIDE has operated as Pakistan’s leading economic think tank since 1957, and this particular hiring round is for a PSDP (Public Sector Development Programme) project-based unit focused specifically on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. In practical terms, that means these roles sit closer to policy research and project work than to routine government administration — you’d be contributing to CPEC-related research and coordination rather than general secretariat duties.
Positions & Eligibility
| Position | Pay Scale | Posts | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head of Policy (Regional Connectivity & Integration) | PPS 10/11 | 1 | 50 |
| Head of Policy (Socio-Economic Development) | PPS 10/11 | 1 | 50 |
| Research Associate | PPS 07/08 | 1 | 35 |
| Admin & HR Officer | PPS 07/08 | 1 | 40 |
| Assistant Admin/HR | PPS 05/06 | 1 | 30 |
Detailed Terms of Reference for each position, including specific qualification and experience requirements, are posted separately on PIDE’s website rather than in the print ad — worth checking before you apply, since the newspaper notice only gives the position titles and scales.
The Deadline Is Shorter Than You’d Expect
Most government job ads give you two to three weeks. This one gives you 15 days from the date of publication — meaning the window closes around August 31, 2026. If you’re planning to gather documents or write a tailored application, don’t leave it for the final few days.
How to Apply — Two Options
You can apply through either:
- PIDE’s own portal: pide.org.pk/coe-cpec-jobs
- The National Job Portal
Both are online-only; there’s no mention of a postal or hard-copy submission route for this posting, so make sure your application and documents are ready to upload rather than mail.
Contract Terms
These are not permanent positions. The initial appointment is for two years, extendable annually based on satisfactory performance — worth factoring in if you’re weighing this against a permanent government post elsewhere.
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Other Conditions
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you don’t hear back, assume you weren’t selected
- Applicants currently working in government service or the public sector must apply through proper channel
- No TA/DA is admissible for the test or interview
- PIDE reserves the right to cancel, not fill, or withhold appointment against any of the advertised positions
- PIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Contact Details
Registrar, Pakistan Institute of Development Economics, Islamabad Email: cpec.hr@pide.org.pk Phone: 051-9248148
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Based on a newspaper advertisement published August 16, 2026 (Ref: PID(I)1485/26). Confirm full Terms of Reference and eligibility criteria at pide.org.pk/coe-cpec-jobs before applying.
