The Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace (FOSPAH) has announced a new contract-based career opportunity under the Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment of Women Jobs January 2026. Applications are invited from qualified, skilled, and motivated legal professionals for appointment at the Regional Office Lahore. This opportunity is ideal for law graduates who wish to contribute to women’s rights, workplace justice, and legal advocacy while working in a respected federal institution. The initial contract duration is six (06) months, extendable based on satisfactory performance.
Program Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace (FOSPAH) |
| Department | Government of Pakistan |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Initial Contract Period | 06 Months (Extendable on Performance) |
| Job Location | Lahore |
| Position | Assistant Law Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Age Limit | 22 to 40 Years |
| Gender | Open (Women encouraged to apply) |
| Ad Posted Date | January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 15 days of advertisement |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.fospah.gov.pk/Jobs |
| Contact Number | 051-9262953 |
Positions Details
Assistant Law Officer – 01 Post
Station: Lahore
Age Limit: 22–40 Years
Qualification
- Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university
- Candidates with higher qualifications will be preferred
Experience & Skills
- Excellent legal drafting skills with strong proficiency in English
- Ability to draft judgments, orders, and official correspondence
- Prior legal experience with sound knowledge of court proceedings and legal forums
- High Court practice license holders will be given preference
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain legal files (electronic and hard copy)
- Ensure effective communication with legal teams at Head Office (Islamabad) and Regional Offices
- Assist in harassment and property rights complaints
- Support and conduct awareness campaigns
- Carry out legal research using national and international legal databases
- Handle legal matters with confidentiality and professionalism
- Monitor legal case status and ensure proper follow-ups
- Prepare legal agreements, forms, and provide legal advice to parties
- Perform additional administrative and financial responsibilities at the Regional Office
- Any other tasks assigned by the Honorable Ombudsperson or senior management
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online only through the official FOSPAH website:
🔗 https://www.fospah.gov.pk/Jobs
📌 Applications must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement publication.
📌 Documents are not required at the application stage; however, original documents will be checked at the time of interview.
Candidates from cities other than Islamabad / Rawalpindi may opt for online interviews via Zoom.
Terms & Conditions
- The post is purely contractual for an initial period of six (06) months
- Contract extension is subject to satisfactory performance
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview
- Interview details will be communicated via email, call, SMS, WhatsApp, and post
- No TA/DA will be admissible for test or interview
- Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained
- Age relaxation will be granted as per Government rules
- Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
- OSPAH reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process or increase/decrease vacancies at any stage
- Remuneration may be increased during or after contract renewal based on performance
- Decision of FOSPAH regarding eligibility and selection shall be final