An established socio-political think tank operating in Karachi has announced career opportunities for passionate, energetic, and highly skilled professionals under the Social Welfare Department Jobs in Karachi September 2026 recruitment drive. The organization is inviting applications across various administrative, executive, research, internships, and support staff levels. Qualified individuals with educational backgrounds ranging from Primary/Matric to Master’s degrees (BS, BBA, MBA, MA, MS, MPhil, LLM) in relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply. These contractual positions offer an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic research and policy environment, with a strong focus on merit-based selection, transparent recruitment, and equal employment opportunities.
Job Overview
| Category | Details |
| Organization | Socio-Political Think Tank / Social Welfare Department |
| Ad Posted Date | September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 September 2026 |
| Job Location | Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan |
| Employment Basis | Contractual (Initial 03–06 months probation, extendable up to 01 year based on KPIs) |
| Application Mode | Via Email (researchdev2026@gmail.com) OR Postal Mail (P.O. Box No. 110, Karachi) |
Vacant Positions
A. Directors / Executive Level
Eligibility: Age 40–55 years | Experience: 5 to 10 years in public/corporate sector
1. Director Finance and Operations
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: MS / MPhil / MBA (18 years education) in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Procurement, Administration, or HRM.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Proven skills in institutional leadership, state-level governance, high-level management, team leadership, and complex compliance knowledge.
2. Director Program and Research
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: MS / MPhil (18 years education) in Social Sciences or related fields.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Proven leadership and experience in program operations, project management, policy research, and donor relations at the organizational/state level; expertise in strategic research and program complexity management.
B. Officer Level Positions
Eligibility: Age 24–40 years | Experience: 3 to 8 years
3. Personal Staff to Executive Director
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: MA / MS / MPhil (16–18 years education) in Social Sciences, BBA, MBA.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Experience as Executive Assistant or Staff Officer in government/research institutions; exceptional ability to draft official correspondence in English; experience acting as professional liaison for the Executive Director.
4. Administration and HR Officer
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BBA / MBA / BS (16–18 years education) in HRM, Business Administration, or Public Administration.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Relevant experience in HR, office management, and operations.
5. Accounts Officer
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BBA / BS / MBA / M.Com (16–18 years education) in Finance, Commerce, Accounting.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Practical experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, taxation, and auditing.
6. Research Officer – I (Democracy & Federalism)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: MA / MS / MPhil (16–18 years education) in Social Sciences.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Demonstrated experience in research, policy analysis, and report drafting.
7. Research Officer – II (Constitutional & Human Rights)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: LLB / LLM / MA / MS (16–18 years education).
- Special Conditions / Skills: Practical experience in constitutional law, human rights research, and legal draft preparation.
8. Research Officer – III (Digital Media & Analytics)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BS / MS / MSc (16–18 years education) in IT, Computer Science, or Media Studies.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Experience in managing institutional digital presence, social media analytics, and official website maintenance.
9. Digital Content Expert (Video Producer / Video Editor)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BS / MA / MS (16–18 years education) in Visual Arts, Digital Media, or Media Studies.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Experience in videography (DSLR), mic setups, lighting, sound editing, video editing, audio mixing, animation, graphics, and optimizing website content; must present a portfolio; ability to handle live coverage and podcasts.
C. Internships
Eligibility: Age 22–32 years | Experience: Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
10. Research Intern – Media Management
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BS / BA (16 years education) in Media Studies or Journalism.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Skill in social media management, basic video editing, and content writing.
11. Research Intern – General
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: BA / BS / BCS (16 years education) in Humanities or Social Sciences.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Basic research, communication skills, and report drafting ability.
D. Additional Staff / Support Staff
Eligibility: Age 24–45 years | Experience: Prior institutional work experience required
12. Front Desk Person
- No. of Posts: 01
- Qualification: FA / FSC / Intermediate.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Excellent verbal communication and receptionist skills with proficiency in English; proficiency in additional languages is an added qualification.
13. Support Staff (Driver / Office Guard / Office Boy / Office Cleaner / Office Lady Assistant / Messenger)
- No. of Posts: Required
- Qualification: Primary / Middle / Matric.
- Special Conditions / Skills: Relevant experience required; valid driving license required for driver candidates; ex-servicemen preferred for guard positions.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates meeting the qualification and experience criteria must prepare their detailed CV, along with copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, CNIC, domicile, and a recent passport-sized photograph.
- For Research Officers, Video Producers, and Content Experts: Attaching a sample research paper, writing sample, or digital portfolio is mandatory.
- Applications must be submitted within 15 days from the publication date of this advertisement via any of the following methods:
- By Email: Send your CV and portfolio/documents to researchdev2026@gmail.com.
- By Post: Send documents to P.O. Box No. 110, Karachi.
- Important Note: Applicants must clearly mention the title of the position applied for on the envelope or in the email subject line.
Terms and Conditions
- Language Proficiency: All candidates must possess good written and spoken English skills.
- Age & Experience Relaxation: Age, qualification, and experience relaxations may be granted to highly qualified and experienced candidates as per institutional policy.
- Selection Process: Recruitment will be carried out through a transparent, merit-based, and competitive selection committee.
- Probation & Contract Tenure: Initial appointment will be on a 03–06 month probation period. The contract will be extended up to 01 year (extendable) subject to satisfactory performance measured against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be admissible for test or interview.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: The organization is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and individuals with special needs are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Contacting Candidates: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.