Ministry of National Food Security & Research Jobs 2026 – Islamabad
The Ministry of National Food Security & Research (MNFSR) has announced several high-level career opportunities for its PSDP project, the Project Planning and Development Unit (PPDU). This recruitment drive aims to engage experienced professionals to drive reforms, knowledge management, and project monitoring processes.
Qualified candidates with backgrounds in IT, Law, HR, Finance, and Data Science are encouraged to apply for these contract-based positions in Islamabad.
Organization Introduction
The Ministry of National Food Security & Research is a federal ministry of the Government of Pakistan responsible for national food security, agriculture, and livestock research. The PPDU specifically focuses on the planning, development, and evaluation of projects to ensure efficient resource management within the sector.
Basic Information Table
| Detail | Description |
| Organization | Ministry of National Food Security & Research (MNFSR) |
| Project Name | Project Planning and Development Unit (PPDU) |
| Job Location | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Employment Type | Contract (Till 30-06-2027) |
| Education Required | Bachelor’s, Master’s, M.Phil, or LLM |
| Posted Date | February 04, 2026 |
| Last Date | February 18, 2026 |
Available Positions
| S.# | Post Name | No. of Posts | PPS Scale | Age Limit |
| 1 | Digital Transformation and Analytical Consultant | 01 | PPS-9 | 25-55 Years |
| 2 | Legal Consultant | 01 | PPS-08 | 25-55 Years |
| 3 | HR Assistant | 01 | PPS-6 | 25-35 Years |
| 4 | Account Assistant | 01 | PPS-06 | 25-35 Years |
| 5 | Data Analyst | 01 | PPS-06 | 25-35 Years |
Eligibility Criteria
- Consultants (IT/Legal): Master’s or M.Phil in IT, CS, or LLM with 5 to 8 years of professional experience in relevant fields.
- Assistants & Analysts: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Data Science, or Statistics with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience: Preference is given to those with experience in public, private, or international development sectors.
Salary Information
Appointments are made on a contract basis with a lump sum pay package. Based on the PPS scales, the salary is estimated to range between 40,000 to 150,000 PKR per month.
Application Procedure
- Interested candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal at www.njp.gov.pk.
- The application must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.
- Detailed job descriptions and functions for each role are available on the portal.
Important Instructions
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for tests or interviews.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel with an NOC from their organization.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for the selection process.
