associate director application development

S&P Global

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 About The Role
 
 
 
 
 Grade Level (for internal use):
 
 
 
 12
 
 
 S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence
 
 
 
 The
 
 
 Role:
 
 Associate Director Application Development
 
 
 
 Grade
 
 : 12
 
 
 
 The Team:
 
 Our team is responsible for the design, architecture, and development of data products using a variety of tools that are regularly updated as modern technologies emerge. Every day you will have the opportunity to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and will be able to develop a close team dynamic with coworkers from around the globe.
 
 
 
 The Impact:
 
 We are in search of highly motivated and skilled software engineers who are ready to take their career to the next level in a fast-growing company. Do you love working on technical projects as well as getting in the trenches and working with the team to get the work done?
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s In It For You
 
 
 
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 Build a career with a global company
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 Work on applications that fuel the global financial markets of the future
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 Grow and improve your skills by working alongside highly motivated individuals on enterprise level product and cutting-edge technologies
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 Be at the forefront of innovation in FinTech industry
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 Competitive employee benefits
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 Open and dynamic work culture
 
 
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 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Execute the engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technology roadmaps, and industry trends.
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 Lead and oversee multiple engineering teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, scalability, and delivery excellence.
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 Architect and govern large-scale, distributed systems and enterprise-level solutions, ensuring technical best practices and design principles are followed.
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 Shape the technology vision, evaluating emerging trends and recommending strategic investments in tools, frameworks, and infrastructure.
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 Drive cross-functional collaboration, partnering with Product, Design, and Business leaders to translate strategic goals into scalable technical solutions.
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 Establish and enforce engineering excellence, including coding standards, architectural guidelines, security practices, and DevOps automation.
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 Lead technical governance and decision-making, balancing innovation with risk management, cost efficiency, and long-term maintainability.
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 Mentor and develop engineering leaders, providing coaching, career growth opportunities, and succession planning within the organization.
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 Champion a data-driven approach, leveraging analytics and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
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 Represent engineering in executive discussions, effectively communicating technical strategy, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership and stakeholders.
 
 
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 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
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 10+ years of hands-on experience in backend software development, with a strong emphasis on scalable, high-performance systems.
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 Proven experience in technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and driving architectural decisions.
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 Backend Development &amp; Architecture:
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 Expert proficiency in C# and .NET Core (or similar object-oriented programming languages).
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 Deep understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful API design, and distributed systems.
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 Strong experience in designing and implementing high-availability, fault-tolerant systems.
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 Database &amp; Data Engineering:
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 Advanced SQL programming with expertise in database performance tuning for large-scale datasets.
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 Strong experience with relational (MS SQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB, etc.).
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 Knowledge of Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Databricks, Spark, Nifi, ETL) is a plus.
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 Cloud &amp; DevOps:
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 Experience in cloud computing environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), including cloud-native services.
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 Strong expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.
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 Messaging &amp; Event-Driven Architecture:
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 Hands-on experience with large-scale messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or commercial equivalents.
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 Software Development Best Practices:
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 Expertise in application design and code reviews, ensuring high standards of scalability, security, and performance.
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 Deep understanding of TDD, BDD, SOLID principles, and best practices in software engineering.
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 Strong grasp of scripting languages (Bash, Scala, Perl, PowerShell) for automation and system integration.
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 Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
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 Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, working with Product, Design, and Business teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
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 Ability to make architectural decisions, balance trade-offs, and drive technical strategy.
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to articulate complex technical concepts effectively.
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 Experience in financial services, fintech, or enterprise systems is highly preferred.
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 Exposure to AI/ML or predictive analytics in backend applications is a plus.
 
 
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 Flexible Working (optional)
 
 
 
 We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us in the interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.
 
 
 
 Return to Work
 
 
 
 Have you taken time out for care responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return-to-Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply and will actively support your return to the workplace.
 
 
 
 Grade/Level
 
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 relevant for internal applicants only
 
 ): 12
 
 
 
 The Location:
 
 Romania
 
 
 
 About S&amp;P Market Intelligence
 
 
 
 At S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence, we know that not all information is important&mdash;some of it is vital. Accurate, deep and insightful. We integrate financial and industry data, research and news into tools that help track performance, generate alpha, identify investment ideas, understand competitive and industry dynamics, perform valuation and assess credit risk. Investment professionals, government agencies, corporations and universities globally can gain the intelligence essential to making business and financial decisions with conviction.
 
 
 
 
 S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence is a division of S&amp;P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.
 
 
 
 
 S&amp;P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (&ldquo;the Policy&rdquo;) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy&rsquo;s requirements, candidates at S&amp;P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&amp;P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 
 
 S&amp;P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
 
 
 If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s In It For
 
 
 You?
 
 
 
 
 Our Mission
 
 
 
 Advancing Essential Intelligence.
 
 
 
 Our People
 
 
 
 We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide&mdash;so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We&rsquo;re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
 
 
 
 Our Values
 
 
 
 
 Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
 
 
 
 Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That&rsquo;s why we provide everything you&mdash;and your career&mdash;need to thrive at S&amp;P Global.
 
 
 
 Our Benefits Include
 
 
 
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 Health &amp; Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
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 Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
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 Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
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 Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
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 Family Friendly Perks: It&rsquo;s not just about you. S&amp;P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
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 Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards&mdash;small perks can make a big difference.
 
 
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 For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
 
 
 
 Global Hiring And Opportunity At S&amp;P Global
 
 
 
 At S&amp;P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
 
 
 
 Recruitment Fraud Alert
 
 
 
 If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&amp;P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, &ldquo;pre-employment training&rdquo; or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 
 
 S&amp;P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
 
 
 If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
 
 
 
 US Candidates Only:
 
 The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
 
 
 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority &ndash; Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)
 
 
 
 Job ID:
 
 325361
 
 
 
 Posted On:
 
 2026-02-19
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Islamabad, Pakistan
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Associate Director Application Development

Treadstone Associates

About UsTreadstone Associates Pakistan is a professional services firm providing team augmentation and consulting services globally. We support clients across legal, operations, sales, marketing, finance, and accounting domains.Our Associate Program is designed to train young professionals to build executive functioning, problem-solving, and communication skills while gaining real-world, international experience.Role OverviewAs a Marketing Associate, you will be part of our Associate Program, contributing to client projects and internal marketing initiatives. You will gain exposure to international markets, sharpen your communication skills, and build a strong foundation in digital and strategic marketing.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in creating and executing digital marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.</li><li>Support brand development and client deliverables through research, content, and reporting.</li><li>Analyze marketing data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, and finance) to ensure consistent messaging.</li><li>Contribute creative ideas to strengthen client and organizational marketing efforts.</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems creatively.</li><li>Familiarity with digital marketing tools (social media, analytics, CRM) is a plus.</li><li>Eagerness to learn, adapt, and thrive in a competitive, global environment.</li></ul>Growth &amp; DevelopmentThe Treadstone Associate Program offers you the chance to:<ul><li>Gain hands-on international marketing exposure.</li><li>Develop executive functioning, problem-solving, and leadership skills.</li><li>Progress in a merit-based career path within a global professional services firm.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs50,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your most recent salary? (PKR)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Marketing Associate

PROGCONSULT PRIVATE LIMITED

Personal Secretary to Country Director (Female Only)Location: Islamabad / Lahore | Travel-Intensive Industry: Solar EPC | Energy Solutions Salary: PKR 37,000 Basic + Travel + IncentivesNot a Job &mdash; A Position of Trust &amp; ProximityWe are hiring a high-presence Personal Secretary to work in direct, close coordination with the Country Director.This role is for someone who is confident, highly presentable, bold and comfortable operating at the center of executive activity &mdash; in meetings, travel, and high-level environments.Role Snapshot<ul><li>Work closely alongside the Country Director on daily basis</li><li>Manage schedules, communication, and executive priorities</li><li>Travel frequently for business engagements and meetings</li><li>Handle confidential matters with absolute discretion</li><li>Represent the Director&rsquo;s office with confidence and professionalism</li><li>Maintain a polished, well-groomed, executive appearance at all times</li><li>Support meetings, presentations, and client interactions</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>Bold, confident personality with strong presence</li><li>Highly presentable and well-groomed (professional appearance is essential)</li><li>Comfortable with close executive coordination and frequent travel with esecutive</li><li>Discreet, loyal, and trustworthy</li><li>Strong communication (English &amp; Urdu)</li><li>Quick-thinking, adaptable, and responsive</li></ul>Who Should Apply<ul><li>Females seeking high exposure and fast career growth</li><li>Backgrounds in PR, hospitality, client handling, or executive support preferred</li><li>Fresh or experienced &mdash; confidence matters more than experience</li></ul>What You Get<ul><li>Direct exposure to top-level decision-making</li><li>Fast-track professional growth and network expansion</li><li>High-visibility role with real influence and responsibility</li></ul>Apply NowSend your CV (+ optional short intro video) Subject: CEO Assistant Application &ndash; [Your Name] Email: careers@progconsult.org/ enquiries@proglink.orgFinal NoteIf you are confident, presentable, and ready to work closely with leadership in a high-trust environment &mdash;this role is designed for you.Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Internship, Fresher Contract length: 12 monthsPay: Rs37,000.00 - Rs50,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Islamabad: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Write 02/ 03 lines (In case of yes) on below paragraph considering yourself as a personality and how you best fit for this role.</li><li>Explain Why you consider yourself as best suitable candidate and why we hire you?</li><li>What is your Vision and Goal?</li><li>Rate yourself and elaborate being Bold, Outgoing, Out Of Box, Modern and a Nurtured Stature being Personal Assistant?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>PR Management: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Customer Interface: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Secretary: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English (Preferred)</li><li>Urdu (Preferred)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Islamabad (Preferred)</li></ul>Willingness to travel:<ul><li>100% (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Personal Secretary to Country Director

Pakistan Single Window

<div>This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan&rsquo;s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA&rsquo;s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
Reporting to the Deputy Director General- CSW, NAFSA, the Director Human Resource &amp; Administration will provide strategic leadership for NAFSA&rsquo;s people agenda and corporate administration, ensuring the Authority builds a high-performing workforce and a resilient enabling environment to deliver its science- and risk-based regulatory mandate. The role will translate the approved organogram and implementation roadmap into a phased workforce strategy and capability plan; establish fit-for-purpose governance for HR policies, systems, and performance (HR Manual, performance management, compensation and benefits, HRIS); and embed merit, transparency, and workforce analytics to strengthen recruitment, retention, and organizational effectiveness. In parallel, the role will set service standards and governance for corporate administration&mdash;including estate and facilities oversight, asset lifecycle management, and travel/transport and logistics frameworks&mdash;to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective support to CSW and field operations. The Director will serve as technical secretariat to the HR Committee/Board on job architecture, job evaluation, market benchmarking, and compensation strategy, and will lead the people and administrative dimensions of the DPP/AQD transition to ensure continuity of services, orderly integration of staff and assets, and timely institutionalization within the prescribed statutory timeline.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead development and execution of NAFSA&rsquo;s People Strategy aligned with the Authority&rsquo;s mandate and Implementation Roadmap, including an annual HR delivery plan, milestones, and performance reporting.</li><li>
Provide strategic advisory to the Director General and HR Committee/Board through market intelligence, benchmarking, and evidence-based recommendations on HR policies, compensation, and workforce risks.</li><li>
Own enterprise workforce planning and resourcing strategy for CSW and field operations, including manpower modelling, scenario planning, and optimal sourcing options to ensure operational readiness.</li><li>
Establish and continuously refine NAFSA&rsquo;s job architecture (job descriptions, competency frameworks, grade mapping, decision rights, and KPI linkages) to enable clarity, accountability, and scalable organization design.</li><li>
Develop, approve-cycle, and institutionalize the HR governance framework (HR Manual, SOPs, service standards) covering recruitment, onboarding, discipline, performance, learning, promotions/career progression, and separation&mdash;ensuring compliance with applicable laws and notified rules.</li><li>
Embed equity, inclusion, and safe workplace standards in policies and practices, including mechanisms to prevent harassment/discrimination and promote a respectful work environment.</li><li>
Establish a merit-based, transparent and time-bound hiring framework for critical leadership and technical roles, including standardized selection tools, documentation, and governance controls.</li><li>
Build strategic sourcing channels and partnerships (executive search, universities, professional bodies, talent pools) to ensure access to high-quality candidates for specialized roles.</li><li>
Establish HR analytics and reporting (recruitment pipeline, time-to-hire, vacancies, turnover, diversity indicators) and provide periodic dashboards to the DG and HR Committee/Board.</li><li>
Design and implement an organization-wide performance management framework linked to KPIs, capability development, confirmation/promotion decisions, and (where applicable) performance outcomes and rewards.  Develop and implement succession planning and leadership development for critical roles, including talent reviews, pipeline planning, and targeted retention strategies.</li><li>
Institutionalize onboarding and orientation for new hires and transferred staff to ensure early productivity, role clarity, integrity expectations, and alignment with NAFSA policies and mandate.</li><li>
Lead implementation of an HRIS/HRM solution covering employee master data, recruitment, leave/attendance, performance, training, and reporting; ensure data quality, confidentiality, access controls, and audit trails.</li><li>
Strengthen employee relations and conduct discipline through effective grievance redressal, dispute resolution, consistent application of policies, and advisory support to leadership on sensitive matters.</li><li>
Lead compensation and benefits strategy within approved budgets and policy directions, including periodic review of pay structures, allowances, benefits design, and affordability analysis.</li><li>
Ensure robust HR operations and records governance&mdash;accurate personnel files, service history, and HR inputs for payroll&mdash;supported by secure recordkeeping and compliance controls.
</li><li>Provide strategic oversight and service governance for general administration, including service standards, facilities/estate coordination, workplace services, and vendor-managed support functions.</li><li>
Establish and enforce an asset lifecycle management framework (asset acquisition coordination, tagging, custody, verification, movement controls, and disposals/condemnation processes) in coordination with Finance/Procurement as applicable.</li><li>
Set governance and controls for travel, transport, and logistics, including travel policy, authorization controls, fleet/logistics utilization standards, and cost containment measures to support CSW and field operations.</li><li>
Lead the people and administrative dimensions of the DPP/AQD transition, including staff mapping/placement support, onboarding/orientation, harmonization of administrative processes (as approved), and change management interventions to ensure continuity of services within the statutory timeline.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
 
Education:<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree (16 years of education) in Human Resource Management, Business/Public Administration, Management Sciences, or related discipline (HEC-recognized).</li><li>
Candidates with Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, CIPD, or equivalent) will be preferred.</li><li>
Strong grounding in Pakistan labor laws, government/autonomous body service rules, disciplinary procedures and HR best practices (DEI, grievance handling, workplace conduct).
</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum 12 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Head of HR/CHRO or equivalent), preferably in a regulator, autonomous body or large organization.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in organization design, manpower planning, and talent acquisition for technical/specialized roles through fair and transparent hiring processes.</li><li>
Hands-on experience implementing performance management frameworks, compensation/benefits review processes, and HR operations (including payroll coordination and employee relations).</li><li>
Proven capability to lead change management, restructuring or integration/transition of staff and functions, including onboarding and culturebuilding in a start-up organization.</li></ul></div>

Director Human Resource & Admin | NAFSA

<div>This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan&rsquo;s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA&rsquo;s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
The Director General is the chief executive of NAFSA appointed under the NAFSA Act, responsible for establishing and leading the Authority while overseeing smooth transition from legacy departments including Department of Plant Protection and Animal Quarantine Department. Reporting to the Board of Governors of NAFSA, the Director General is required to provide strategic direction and effective governance for optimal service delivery as per statutory mandate of NAFSA.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Timely establishment of NAFSA on modern lines with required systems, policies, SOPs, staffing to ensure effective service delivery as per assigned legal mandate under NAFSA Act 2026.</li><li>
Oversee timely transition of assets, operations and systems from legacy departments including DPP and AQD with minimal risk of business disruption or non-compliances.</li><li>
Provide strategic leadership and act as the chief executive officer of the Authority.</li><li>
Serve as ex-officio member and secretary to the Board of Governors while providing support in implementation of Board&rsquo;s decisions.</li><li>
Develop and execute NAFSA&rsquo;s strategic plan and annual work plans.</li><li>
Performance reporting to the Board and Federal Government, setting-up KPIs and robust performance appraisal mechanism.</li><li>
Establish an appropriate service structure and lead merit-based recruitment of key leadership and technical staff.</li><li>
Oversee establishment of various formations of NAFSA with clear responsibilities and development of their operational processes to optimally deliver assigned functions</li><li>
Develop effective coordination and collaboration mechanism between different formations of NAFSA</li><li>
Ensure capacity building and workforce readiness for operations and support functions</li><li>
Development of needed corporate culture and mechanisms to attract and retain best in class human resource and ensure their optimal utilization</li><li>
Approve internal policies, SOPs, delegations and control frameworks consistent with the Act and Board directions.</li><li>
Promote integrity, transparency and accountable decision-making.</li><li>
Provide stewardship of the NAFSA Fund and budget processes, ensuring financial sustainability, and effective oversight of the Finance and corporate controls.</li><li>
Ensure audit and accountability arrangements, including facilitation of internal and external audits including those by the Auditor General of Pakistan, ensure timely corrective actions and closure of observations.</li><li>
Represent NAFSA in national and international forums; coordinate with federal and provincial governments, regulators, Customs and development partners to advance SPS compliances, food safety and trade facilitation objectives especially enhancing and sustaining Pakistan&rsquo;s market access for enhanced exports of agri-products.</li><li>
Lead risk management and emergency response for SPS incidents (outbreaks, contamination, pest incursions), including crisis coordination and stakeholder communication.</li><li>
Adoption of technology and digitalization to minimize human interface and discretion in day to day operations.</li><li>
Effective management of various services providers and related service level agreements.</li>
Delegate powers and functions to authorized officers as appropriate and ensure effective oversight of delegated authorities, consistent with the Act and prescribed conditions. 
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Requirements 
 
Education:<ul><li>
Master Degree (16 years of education) Management Sciences, Agronomy, Food Safety, Veterinary Sciences, Plant Protection, Public Health, Trade/Economics, or a related field from a reputable institution.</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role in a regulator, autonomous body, large public sector organization or comparable institution.</li><li>
Proven track record of leading institutional reforms, establishing organizations or large programs, and managing multi-disciplinary teams and geographically distributed operations.</li><li>
Experience in public finance and governance, including budgeting, fund management, audit oversight and implementation of internal controls.</li><li>
Demonstrated understanding of SPS systems and international standards (WTO SPS, Codex, WOAH, IPPC) and their application to import/export controls and domestic regulation.</li><li>
Strong stakeholder engagement and diplomacy skills, including coordination with federal/provincial governments and engagement with private sector and international partners.</li><li>
Excellent communication and decision-making abilities with high integrity, independence and resilience under pressure.</li><li>
Experience driving digital transformation, data-driven management and integration with national systems is an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Director General | NAFSA

<div>This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan&rsquo;s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA&rsquo;s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
Reporting to the Deputy Director General, the Director Legal provides legal leadership to NAFSA and ensures the Authority&rsquo;s actions are legally sound, proportionate and defensible. The role advises on interpretation and implementation of the NAFSA Act, rules, regulations and SPS measures; supports enforcement processes; manages litigation and legal risk; and reviews contracts, procurement documents and institutional policies. The position also supports internal governance arrangements and capacity building for authorized officers on legal procedures and evidence management. 
 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Provide legal advice on interpretation and implementation of the NAFSA Act, rules, regulations and prescribed SPS measures, including guidance to operational and scientific functions.</li><li>
Draft, review and vet legal instruments and documents, including rules/regulations/notifications, SOPs, contracts, MoUs, procurement documents and service agreements.</li><li>
Support enforcement actions by advising on due process, evidence requirements, seizures/detentions, penalties, forfeiture, product recalls and corrective measures under applicable laws.</li><li>
Design and support adjudication and appeal mechanisms, including templates, orders, timelines and standard operating procedures for authorized officers and adjudicators.</li><li>
Manage and coordinate litigation involving NAFSA; liaise with the Attorney General&rsquo;s Office, Ministry of Law, provincial law departments and external counsel as required.</li><li>
Provide legal input on complaint handling and dispute resolution mechanisms, including legal aspects of complaint resolution committees and grievance processes.</li><li>
Advise on regulatory compliance and legal risk management; maintain a legal risk register and provide periodic updates to the Director General on high-risk matters.</li><li>
Review and advise on HR-related legal matters (service rules, disciplinary proceedings, employment contracts) to ensure fair and consistent treatment and legal defensibility.</li><li>
Support international cooperation and trade matters by reviewing legal aspects of SPS notifications, equivalence arrangements, mutual recognition and related agreements.</li><li>
Maintain a legal repository of laws, rules, precedents and legal opinions; strengthen document management and version control for regulatory instruments.</li><li>
Provide training and capacity building for officers on legal procedures, drafting, evidence handling and court processes to improve enforcement quality.</li><li>
Perform any other legal responsibilities assigned by the Director General or Board/committees.</li><li>
Interact on behalf of the Authority with relevant Federal and Provincial government authorities as and when required with regard to corporate/ contractual/ commercial/ legal matters of the Authority.</li><li>
Provide support in preparation and vetting of Service Level Agreements with various public and private sector stakeholders.</li><li>
Review and legal endorsement and legal vetting of Bidding Documents, contracts/ agreements for inviting Bids for procurement as per Public Procurement Rules, 2004, Notification of successful bidder and assistance in grievances redressal or any other matter incidental thereto.</li><li>
Provide legal assistance to vet contracts and handle disputes in contract agreement whether at national or international level.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
 
Education:<ul><li>
LLB (Minimum) / LLM preferred from a recognized university; enrollment as an Advocate of the High Court is preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience drafting or reviewing legislation, rules/regulations, notifications, contracts and procurement documents.
</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum 12 years of relevant legal experience, including regulatory/administrative law, commercial/contracts, and litigation, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of Pakistan administrative and criminal justice processes (evidence, procedures), and experience coordinating court matters and legal representation.</li><li>
Experience advising on enforcement, adjudication and compliance functions in a regulator, autonomous body or public sector organization is strongly preferred.</li><li>
Understanding of SPS regulatory context and international trade law principles (WTO SPS, Codex/WOAH/IPPC frameworks) is an advantage.</li><li>
Excellent legal writing, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to advise senior leadership and prepare Board/committee briefs.</li><li>
High integrity, confidentiality and sound judgment; strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.</li></ul></div>

Director Legal | NAFSA

DST Engineers LLC

Role Overview: We are seeking a proactive Business Development &amp; Proposals Associate to support our growing pipeline of utility and engineering opportunities. This role will work closely with the Marketing &amp; Business Development Manager to drive proposal development, bid submissions, lead generation, and digital marketing initiatives to enhance DST Engineers&rsquo; online presence.Key Responsibilities:1. Proposal &amp; Bid Management<ul><li>Identify and evaluate RFP/RFQ opportunities</li><li>Support end-to-end proposal development and submission</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams for technical inputs</li><li>Ensure compliance with client requirements and deadlines</li><li>Maintain proposal templates and submission documentation</li></ul>2. Business Development Support<ul><li>Conduct market research and identify potential clients</li><li>Generate leads through LinkedIn, databases, and industry platforms</li><li>Assist in outreach campaigns and follow-ups</li><li>Maintain and update CRM/pipeline trackers</li></ul>3. Marketing, Digital Presence &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Manage DST Engineers&rsquo; LinkedIn account and other digital channels</li><li>Create and schedule engaging posts, company updates, and thought leadership content</li><li>Monitor and analyze digital engagement metrics</li><li>Develop and update company profiles, qualification packages, and capability statements</li><li>Organize and maintain a repository of past proposals and marketing content</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field)</li><li>1&ndash;3 years of experience in proposals, business development, or digital marketing (preferred)</li><li>Strong writing and communication skills</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop</li><li>Familiarity with LinkedIn, social media scheduling tools, and basic analytics</li></ul>Required Skills:<ul><li>Proposal writing &amp; coordination</li><li>Lead generation &amp; research</li><li>Digital marketing &amp; social media management</li><li>Communication &amp; stakeholder coordination</li><li>Time management &amp; organization</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: Hybrid remote in Islamabad

Business Development & Proposals Associate

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