CPEC Center of Excellence (PIDE) Jobs 2026 Apply Online for New Positions
CPEC Center of Excellence PIDE Jobs 2026, The Centre of Excellence for CPEC (CoE-CPEC), a premier think tank under the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, has announced various project-based vacancies for its “Uraan Pakistan” initiative. These positions are based in Islamabad and offer a unique opportunity to contribute to Pakistan's premier economic research and CPEC-related policy-making.
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Available Positions and Eligibility
The recruitment drive includes roles ranging from executive management to technical and administrative support.
- Executive & Leadership Roles:
- Executive Director (PPS-12): Maximum age 55 years.
- Head of Policy (Various Divisions) (PPS-10/11): Includes Trade, Science & Technology, Regional Connectivity, Energy & Climate, and Socio-Economic Development. Maximum age 50 years.
- Management & Technical Roles:
- Manager Advocacy & Outreach / Editing & Publications: Maximum age 45 years.
- Executive Secretary (PPS-08/09): Maximum age 45 years.
- Research Associates (PPS-07/08): Maximum age 35 years.
- IT Network / System Engineer (PPS-07): Maximum age 35 years.
- Support Staff:
- Assistant Accounts & Finance (PPS-05/06): Maximum age 35 years.

How to Apply Online
Interested candidates must submit their applications through the designated digital portals before the deadline.
- Online Portals: Apply via the PIDE Jobs Portal at https://jobs.pide.org.pk or through the National Job Portal (NJP) at www.njp.gov.pk.
- Deadline: Applications must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement's publication. The reported last date for current active positions is January 21, 2026.
- Government Employees: Candidates currently in public sector service must apply through the proper channel.
General Terms and Conditions
- Appointment Type: Initial appointment is for two years on a contract basis, extendable annually based on performance.
- Selection: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further testing or interviews.
- Allowances: No TA/DA is admissible for candidates appearing in tests or interviews.
Reference: PID (I) 5665/25

