The Sindh Social Protection Authority (SSPA), operating under the Social Protection Department, Government of Sindh, has announced a massive recruitment drive for its Project Management & Implementation Unit (PMIU). Supported by the World Bank under the Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh project (IDA Loan/Credit No: IDA / 7229-PK), this initiative offers contractual employment across both its Karachi Head Office and district locations throughout Sindh.
Candidates holding a Sindh domicile are encouraged to apply online via the National Testing Service (NTS) portal.
📷 Official Sindh Social Protection Authority (SSPA) Job Announcement
⚡ Key Summary & Program Details
- Hiring Department: Sindh Social Protection Authority (SSPA), Government of Sindh
- Project Name: Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh (World Bank Assisted)
- Testing & Processing Agency: National Testing Service (NTS)
- Total Head Office Vacancies: 22 Posts
- Total District Level Vacancies: 127 Posts
- Employment Basis: Purely Contractual
- Target Domicile: Sindh Province Domicile Holders (Preferred)
- Application Mode: Online via NTS Website (
www.nts.org.pk) - Application Window: Submit within 15 days of advertisement publication
🏢 Head Office Vacancies (Karachi)
A. Integrated Information System for Social Protection
- IT Infrastructure Head (PPS-10) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in IT/Computer Science or related field from an HEC-recognized university; ITM specialization preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 8 years post-qualification experience in software/system design, infrastructure design, and project management.
- Software Developer (PPS-08/09) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in CS/Software Engineering; certifications (MCSD/Oracle/Java) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 7 years experience in software development (Python, C++, Java, JavaScript).
- Data Center Officer (PPS-07/08) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in CS/Software Engineering; CompTIA Network+, Security+, or CDCDP certifications preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in data center management, server infrastructure, and virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V).
- System Analyst (PPS-07/08) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in CS/Software Engineering or related field.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in system analysis and software methodologies.
B. Programme Implementation & Delivery (Operations)
- General Manager Operations (PPS-09/10) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in Development Studies, Public Policy, Social Policy, Economics, or Project Management.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years experience managing and implementing development/social protection programs.
- Payment Officer (PPS-07/08) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or finalist of professional bodies (CA, CPA, ACCA).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in accounting, finance, or electronic payment processing.
- Programme Officer (PPS-07/08) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in Development Studies, Business Administration, Social Policy, Economics, or Public Administration.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in program support, scheduling, budgeting, and project coordination.
- Training Coordinator (PPS-07/08) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in Education, Business Administration, Development Studies, or Public Administration.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience organizing training programs and developing modules.
C. Finance, Audit & Administration
- Audit Officer (PPS-07/08) | 2 Posts
- Qualification: 16 years education in Accounting/Finance; professional certifications (ACCA, CIA, CPA) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years internal auditing experience in public sector environments.
- Accounts/Audit Assistant (PPS-06) | 1 Post
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in accounting/auditing in public sector organizations.
- Manager HR & Administration (PPS-08/09) | 1 Post
- Qualification: 16 years education in Public or Business Administration; HR specialization preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 7 years experience in senior HR and administrative management.
- Secretary to Project Director (PPS-07) | 1 Post
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from an HEC-recognized institution.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years secretarial experience with strong MS Office skills.
- Administration Assistant (PPS-06) | 1 Post
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from an HEC-recognized university.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years relevant experience in administrative roles.
D. Policy Planning, Research & Support Staff
- Research Officer (PPS-07/08) | 3 Posts
- Qualification: 16 years education in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related fields.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in primary data collection and household survey analysis.
- Dispatch Rider (PPS-02) | 1 Post — Matriculation with valid driving license.
- Gardener (PPS-02) | 1 Post — Minimum Primary education.
- Sweeper (PPS-01) | 3 Posts — Preference given to literate/experienced candidates.
📍 District Field Offices (127 Total Posts Across Sindh)
Positions are distributed across districts: Badin, Dadu, Ghotki, Jamshoro, Jacobabad, Kambar, Kashmore, Khairpur, Larkana, Matiari, Mirpurkhas, Naushahro Feroze, Sanghar, Shaheed Benazirabad, Shikarpur, Sujawal, Sukkur, Tando Allahyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tharparkar, Thatta, and Umerkot.
- District Social Protection Coordinator / Head (Preferably Female) (PPS-07/08) | 8 Posts
- Criteria: 16 years education in Social Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields + 5 years field operation experience.
- Senior Officer – Field Operations (Female) (PPS-07/08) | 18 Posts
- Criteria: 16 years education in Economics, Sociology, Social Work, or Public Administration + 5 years operations management experience.
- M&E Officer (Female) (PPS-06/07) | 18 Posts
- Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Demographics, Economics, or related subject + 3 years experience in M&E of poverty alleviation projects.
- Field Officer (Female) (PPS-06/07) | 17 Posts
- Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Economics, or Business Administration + 3 years field experience.
- Field Officer (Male) (PPS-06/07) | 8 Posts
- Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field + 3 years field operations experience.
- District MIS/GRM Officer (PPS-06/07) | 13 Posts
- Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering + 3 years experience in MIS and grievance redressal management.
- District Admin and Finance Officer (PPS-06/07) | 10 Posts
- Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance + 3 years experience handling office admin and finance.
- Driver (PPS-03) | 9 Posts — Matriculation + Valid LTV/HTV Driving License.
- Naib Qasid / Peon (PPS-02) | 9 Posts — Primary education preferred.
- Sweeper (PPS-01) | 17 Posts — Literacy and past experience preferred.
📜 Key Terms & Operational Guidelines
- Purely Contractual: All recruitment is project-based under World Bank funding guidelines.
- Equal Opportunity: Applications are encouraged from women, minority groups, differently-abled persons, and transgender individuals.
- Government Servants: Applicants currently serving in government departments must apply through proper official channels.
- Separate Applications: Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit an individual application for each post on the NTS portal.
- No Physical Documents to NTS: Applications are accepted exclusively online; candidates do not need to post hard copies of certificates or forms to NTS initially.
- No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowances will be provided for written tests or interviews.
📝 How to Apply Online via NTS
- Go to the National Testing Service portal at
www.nts.org.pk. - Create an account or sign in to your existing applicant profile.
- Locate the Sindh Social Protection Authority (SSPA) – PMIU project link.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Download the online fee deposit slip and pay the processing fee at any designated bank or online channel.
- Submit your application online within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.
Contact Information:
- Address: Project Director, PMIU, Sindh Social Protection Authority, Building No. 155-N, Main Khayaban-e-Muslim, DHA Phase-6, Karachi, Sindh.
- Phone: +92-21-35253091-92