Drive Financial Inclusion in Pakistan: Join SECP as Assistant Director (Project Management) in Islamabad!

Application Deadline: 15 Days from Ad Publication

As Pakistan’s apex financial regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SECP) is hiring an Assistant Director for its Project Management Unit (PMU) – a pivotal role advancing financial inclusion, social development, and women’s economic empowerment. If you’re passionate about impactful projects and want to shape inclusive finance policies, apply within 15 days of this ad’s publication.

Why This Role Matters

🌱 Social Impact Legacy: Lead donor-funded initiatives in microfinance and women’s financial inclusion.
🏛️ Regulatory Influence: Work within SECP’s Specialized Companies Division to bridge policy and grassroots change.
✨ Inclusive Mission: Female candidates prioritized; minorities, PWDs, and candidates from Balochistan/GB/AJK/Ex-FATA strongly encouraged.

Role Snapshot

• Position: Assistant Director, Project Management Unit (PMU)

• Division: Specialized Companies Division

• Employment: 4-year contract (extendable by 1 year)

• Location: SECP Headquarters, Islamabad

• Age Limit: Max 35 years (relaxation to 40 years if 3+ years’ regulatory experience)

Your Mission: Catalyst for Inclusive Finance

You’ll orchestrate high-impact projects that expand financial access across Pakistan:
🔹 Project Leadership:

• Design/execute initiatives for microfinance, women’s inclusion, and social development.

• Manage donor-funded projects (e.g., World Bank, UNDP) from planning to evaluation.

🔹 Policy Implementation:

• Translate SECP’s inclusion goals into actionable programs for underserved communities.

• Monitor field impact and recommend regulatory improvements.

🔹 Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Coordinate with NGOs, microfinance institutions, and government bodies.

• Prepare progress reports for SECP leadership and international partners.

Who We Need

✅ Education:

• Master’s/Bachelor’s (16+ years) in Business Admin, Finance, Economics, Project Management, or Development Studies from HEC-recognized institution.

✅ Experience:

• 3+ years in project management, financial inclusion, or social development.

• Preferred: Microfinance/women’s inclusion projects, donor-funded programs, or regulatory work.

✅ Critical Skills:

• Stakeholder engagement & donor reporting

• Data analysis for social impact

• Knowledge of Pakistan’s microfinance landscape

SECP’s Commitment to You

• Competitive Package: Attractive salary + benefits

• Growth: Work on nationally visible projects with skill-building opportunities.

• Impact: Drive change for unbanked communities, especially women.

• Inclusion: Female candidates receive preference; age relaxation for regulatory experience.

Rigorous Selection Process

1. Application review

2. Multi-tier interviews

3. Medical + psychological assessments
   (Only shortlisted candidates contacted)

Ready to Transform Financial Access? Apply Now!

Deadline: Submit within 15 days of ad publication (check SECP portal for exact date).

Application Steps:

1. Review Full JD: SECP Careers Portal

2. Prepare:

   • Resume highlighting project management and social impact experience.

   • Emphasize microfinance/women’s inclusion work if applicable.

3. Apply Online: Submit exclusively via SECP’s portal (no email/postal submissions).

Pro Tips:

• Quantify achievements (e.g., “Managed ₹X project for 10K women beneficiaries”).

• Highlight donor project experience (e.g., World Bank, USAID).

• Explain how your skills align with SECP’s inclusion goals.

“At SECP’s PMU, you don’t just manage projects—you build pathways to financial dignity for Pakistan’s most vulnerable communities.”

Act Immediately:
🌐 Apply Here: SECP Careers Portal
📞 Queries: +92 51 919 5444 (Deputy Director – HRD)

SECP is an equal-opportunity employer. Minorities, PWDs, and candidates from Balochistan/GB/AJK/Ex-FATA are especially urged to apply.