PIDE Centre of Excellence (CPEC) Jobs 2026 – PSDP Project-Based Careers
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has announced project-based federal government jobs for 2026 at the Centre of Excellence for China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Islamabad. These positions are offered under the PSDP framework through the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals who want their research, policy work, and technical expertise to directly influence national economic planning, regional connectivity, innovation, energy resilience, and socio-economic development.
About PIDE & Centre of Excellence (CPEC)
Established in 1957, Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) is Pakistan’s premier economic think tank. The Centre of Excellence for CPEC focuses on high-impact policy research, evidence-based recommendations, and strategic collaboration related to China–Pakistan Economic Corridor initiatives.
Basic Information
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) |
| Project | Centre of Excellence – CPEC |
| Job Type | PSDP Project-Based / Contract |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Initial Duration | 2 Years (Extendable Annually) |
| Posted Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date | 26 January 2026 |
Available Positions
| Position | Posts | PPS | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Director | 01 | PPS-12 | 55 |
| Head of Policy (Trade, Investment & Industrial Cooperation) | 01 | PPS-10/11 | 50 |
| Head of Policy (Science, Technology & Innovation) | 01 | PPS-10/11 | 50 |
| Head of Policy (Regional Connectivity & Integration) | 01 | PPS-10/11 | 50 |
| Head of Policy (Energy & Climate Resilience) | 01 | PPS-10/11 | 50 |
| Head of Policy (Socio-Economics Development) | 01 | PPS-10/11 | 50 |
| Manager Advocacy & Outreach | 01 | PPS-09/10 | 45 |
| Executive Secretary | 01 | PPS-08/09 | 45 |
| Manager Editing & Publications | 01 | PPS-08/09 | 45 |
| Research Associates | 02 | PPS-07/08 | 35 |
| IT Network / System Engineer | 01 | PPS-07 | 35 |
| Assistant Accounts & Finance | 01 | PPS-05/06 | 35 |
Eligibility Criteria (Summary)
- Relevant HEC-recognized qualifications as per TORs
- Professional experience relevant to the post
- Strong research, policy, technical, or administrative skills
- Government employees must apply through proper channel
📌 Detailed TORs are mandatory to review before applying
Salary Information
These PSDP positions offer competitive market-based salaries, estimated between PKR 40,000 to PKR 150,000 per month, depending on PPS level, experience, and role responsibilities.
Job Location
📍 Quaid-i-Azam University Campus, Islamabad
How to Apply
1️⃣ Visit the official portal
👉 https://pide.org.pk/coe-cpec-jobs
2️⃣ Review TORs carefully
3️⃣ Apply online within 15 days of advertisement publication
4️⃣ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
📧 Contact: admin.cpec@pide.org.pk
☎ Phone: 051-9248026
Last Date to Apply
🗓 26 January 2026
Important Instructions
- Initial contract is for 2 years, extendable annually
- No TA/DA for test or interview
- PIDE reserves the right to cancel or withhold appointments
- Incomplete applications will not be entertained
