PSEB Director IT Skills Development Job – Apply by 15 November 2026

Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), the national body advancing Pakistan’s IT and IT-enabled services exports under the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication, invites applications from accomplished professionals for the position of Director IT Skills Development.

Role and responsibilities: The Director will lead PSEB’s agenda for building a globally competitive, industry-ready IT workforce, reporting to the Chief Skills Development Officer. Responsibilities include standardizing IT skills and training programs across universities, training institutes and government bodies in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and industry, and developing policies and research that support the sector’s workforce needs.

The role also leads efforts to prepare Pakistani IT professionals for international markets through job-readiness programs, employer and government partnerships, and tracking placement outcomes in coordination with the Chief Skills Development Officer and relevant ministries.

Maximum age: 56 years.

Educational qualifications: A minimum of 16 years of education with a degree in ICT, Educational Leadership and Management, Management Sciences, Business Administration, Public Policy, Human Resource Management, Project Management, International Relations or a related discipline. Candidates from other academic disciplines with relevant professional experience directly related to the role’s experience requirements and responsibilities are also encouraged to apply. Degrees must be from an HEC-recognized national or international university or institution.

Experience: At least 10 years of progressive, post-qualification relevant experience in IT workforce development, skills training, academia or digital education implementation, including curriculum development and training programs for local or international markets.

Experience working with stakeholders such as HEC, universities, federal and provincial government bodies, accreditation bodies, industry, multinational IT firms, recruitment and placement agencies, and digital job platforms is preferred. Experience designing IT training roadmaps or skill frameworks, or working in international placement and workforce partnerships, is also preferred. Experience managing large-scale IT education or training programs is an advantage.

Full job description and criteria: Visit www.careerpakistan.pk/jobs.pdf, https://njp.gov.pk/ or https://techdestination.com/careers/.

How to apply: Submit your Curriculum Vitae or resume by email to [email protected], or apply online through the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk/, no later than 15 November 2026.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be admissible. Government and semi-government employees must apply through the proper channel. PSEB reserves the right to cancel or reject any application without assigning a reason. PSEB is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of gender, disability or background.

Contact: HR Department, Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) Ltd, 6th Floor, New State Life Tower, opposite Saudi Pak Tower, Blue Area, Islamabad. Email: [email protected]. Telephone: 051-9204074.