Ministry of National Food Security & Research — Contractual Expert Vacancies (SPPS)
Ministry of National Food Security & Research · Karachi · Nawa-i-Waqt,
Job advertisement published in Nawa-i-Waqt on Sunday, 21 June 2026, listed under Karachi. Issued by Ministry of National Food Security & Research.
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The Government of Pakistan, Ministry of National Food Security and Research invites applications for the following contractual specialist positions under the SPPS policy on an initial one-year contract (extendable). Maximum age for all positions is 62 years on the closing date of the advertisement.
| Position | Posts | Age Limit | Qualification | Key Experience / Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Agriculture Collaboration Advisor (SPPS-I) | 01 | Maximum age 62 years | Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Agricultural Policy, or related discipline. Additional training in diplomacy, policy negotiation, or international development preferred. | 10+ years in agriculture/rural development including 8+ years in international cooperation/agricultural diplomacy; experience representing government in WTO, FAO or other multilateral platforms; proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills; strong knowledge of global agricultural frameworks and coordination with international donors and agencies. |
| Agri-Finance & Investment Policy Specialist (SPPS-II) | 01 | Maximum age 62 years | Master's in Agricultural Economics, Finance, MBA (Finance), CA/ACCA, Development Economics, Agricultural Policy, or related discipline from a recognized university. Certification in fintech, microfinance, or insurance preferred. | 10+ years professional experience in agri-finance, rural credit or agri-investment development; 8+ years in agri-financial policy, credit systems, fintech, or insurance schemes; experience in public-private financing and policy formulation; familiarity with commercial banks, SECP, SBP, DFIs, donors or insurance providers; skills in policy drafting, financial modelling and investment strategy design. |
| Food Security & Agri Export Promotion Consultant (SPPS-III) | 01 | Maximum age 62 years | Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, International Trade, or related field. | Minimum 15 years progressive experience in agri-export, agri-export development, agri-supply chain, value addition or agri-management; experience in policy development, legislative implementation and regulatory affairs; strong knowledge of international standards (SPS, Codex Alimentarius) and supply chain mechanisms; excellent negotiation and communication skills; ability to support value addition and farmer productivity improvements. |
| Consultant (Minor Crops) (SPPS-III) | 01 | Maximum age 62 years | Master's, preferably Ph.D., in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Economics, or related field; strong agronomic and modern farming techniques knowledge. | At least 10 years' agricultural consultancy experience, particularly in crop production improvement; strong knowledge of agricultural policy, market dynamics and supply chain management; experience in planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation for minor and high-value crops (potatoes, tomatoes, onions, maize, rice, chilies, garlic, mangoes, citrus, dates etc.); collaboration with provinces and stakeholders on production, market access, phytosanitary and food safety issues. |
All positions are contractual under SPPS policy with an initial one-year tenure, extendable. Candidates should meet the stated academic and professional experience requirements and the maximum age limit of 62 years as on the closing date of the advertisement.
Published in Nawa-i-Waqt on Sunday, 21 June 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.