Virtual University of Pakistan — Multiple Administrative, Academic & Technical Vacancies (Islamabad)
Virtual University of Pakistan · Islamabad · The News International,
Job advertisement published in The News International on Sunday, 13 September 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by Virtual University of Pakistan. The last date printed on the advertisement was Monday, 28 September 2026 and has passed.
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Issuer: Virtual University of Pakistan (Head Office, Islamabad). The University invites applications from qualified and motivated individuals on a contractual basis (three-year contract, extendable on satisfactory performance) for multiple administrative, academic and technical positions to be placed at the Head Office, Islamabad. Maximum age to apply: 55 years. Applicants should apply online; selected candidates will be placed at the Head Office, Islamabad.
How to apply: Apply online at https://www.vu.edu.pk/jobs. Application processing fee is required (advertisement shows a fee structure: Rs. 3,000/- for posts in higher pay scales and Rs. 1,000/- for other posts). Read the full advertisement and job-specific eligibility on the University website before applying.
| Position | Key minimum qualification / experience (summary) |
|---|---|
| Director Planning & Development | 16 years education in Engineering (HEC-recognized); MBA/PMP desirable; at least ~15 years post-qualification experience in planning/project management in industry / government / university; excellent English and IT proficiency. |
| Director Administration | First-class Master's in Public/Business Administration or Human Resource Management (HEC-recognized) or equivalent; substantial senior HR/administration experience (years specified in advertisement); strong leadership and policy experience. |
| Director Campuses | 16 years education (HEC-recognized) with significant post-qualification senior management experience (advertisement specifies senior-level campus/management experience). |
| General Manager, Professional Development Centre | PhD or equivalent in relevant discipline (CS/IT/Engineering/Management Sciences) from HEC-recognized institution; extensive teaching/industry/leadership experience. |
| Deputy Director ORIC | Advanced degree (MS/MPhil/MBA or equivalent) with relevant experience in research, commercialization or industry liaison; specific experience and eligibility details provided in the advertisement. |
| Deputy Director — Planning & Development | Relevant 16 years education in Engineering/Management/Sciences with post-qualification experience in planning/project execution as described in the advertisement. |
| Deputy Registrar (Legal) | Law degree (LLB/LLM) with professional legal experience; eligibility includes experience of providing legal services/advice in institutions—see full ad for exact experience requirements. |
| Deputy Director Finance (Planning & Commercial) | Relevant degree in finance/accounting/business with professional experience in financial planning and commercial operations; full details in the official advertisement. |
| Assistant Director / Deputy Level Administrative & ORIC Roles | 16–18 years education (BS/MS/MPhil/MBA as applicable) with specified years of post-qualification administrative, research office or project management experience depending on the post. |
| Public Relations Officer | Relevant degree and experience in media/communications/public relations; proficiency in English and communications skills required. |
| Electrician (Islamabad) | Technical qualification and relevant trade/field experience; details and duties provided in advertisement. |
Important actionable facts: apply online at the University jobs portal; check the official advertisement on the Virtual University website for detailed eligibility criteria, exact number of vacancies per post, pay scales, application fee payment instructions, required documents, and terms & conditions. Shortlisted candidates will be called for tests/interviews; no TA/DA for tests/interviews.
Published in The News International on Sunday, 13 September 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.