Special Public Prosecutor Drug Cases ANF Sindh Karachi Contract 2026

About the Job

The Regional Directorate Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Sindh is inviting applications from energetic and experienced Advocates for the position of Special Public Prosecutor/Legal Consultant for Drug Cases, to be engaged purely on a contract basis with a monthly retainer of Rs 150,000/-.

The selected advocate will represent ANF Sindh in drug-related proceedings before the High Courts, Supreme Court, and Lower Courts (on a requirement basis) across the Karachi region. In addition to appearing in court, the incumbent will be responsible for rendering legal opinion to the department on matters arising under drug and narcotics laws.

This is an opportunity for seasoned legal professionals with a strong background in criminal, drug, and narcotics law to contribute to the enforcement of Pakistan's anti-narcotics framework at one of its most active regional directorates.

Job Details

Duties and Responsibilities

Special Public Prosecutor/Legal Consultant shall appear and conduct proceedings under the provisions of CNSA 1997, Prevention of Smuggling Act 1977, Anti Money Laundering Act 2010 or any other law for the time being enforced before Special Courts (CNS), Anti-Smuggling courts, Tribunals appellant courts, High, Supreme Court and lower courts on behalf of ANF as and when required and rendered legal opinion to the department and shall not appear as defense Counsel against ANF in any case/appeal/application.

Eligibility Criteria

1. The candidate shall be person who citizen of Pakistan.
2. Candidate shall be enrolled as an advocate High Court having valid license; however, preference will be given to advocate having 05 years of experience in practice as an advocate High Court.
3. The candidate shall be a practicing advocate of High Court having valid license with experience in legal matters preferably dealing with CNS Act 1997, Drug/Criminal/Assets cases, PSA 1977, AMLA 2010 Cases and service matters.
4. Special preference will be given for this post to the retired judge or candidate who have served as Special Public Prosecutor/Law Officer in Law Enforcement Agencies and having experience of contesting department/organization cases in lower Courts/Tribunals and Appellant Courts.
5. The candidate must have knowledge regarding all types of drugs, narcotics, NPS, controlled/illicit substances (included in UN conventions/PCB Schedules), and Assets and money laundering cases in view of CNSA 1997, Prevention of smuggling Act 1977 and AMLA 2010 with perspective of drafting, prosecution, evidence etc.
6. The Advocates who served previously with the department, if during such period their contract was terminated or they resigned are not eligible to apply for the post.
7. The candidate shall neither have been guilty of misconduct during the professional career nor convicted for the offence of moral turpitude or dismissed from Government Service or declared as insolvent.
8. The preference will also be given to the candidates having permanent residence and office at Karachi.

General Conditions

1. For existing posts only short-listed candidates on the basis of their qualification and experience in the fields already mentioned above will be called for interview.
2. The Selection will be made purely on merit.
3. No TA/DA will be admissible.
4. Candidates are required to send their applications along with CVs duly supported by photocopy of CNIC, relevant documents, testimonials and Bar Council Card on or before 30-06-2026 at the address: Regional Directorate Anti-Narcotics Force Sindh G-13, Block 8, Khayaban-e-Jami Clifton Karachi (PH: 021-99204984 & 021-99204986) and Interviews will also be held at said address.

How to Apply

Send your application along with CV, photocopy of CNIC, relevant documents, testimonials and Bar Council Card on or before 30 June 2026 to:

Regional Directorate Anti-Narcotics Force Sindh
G-13, Block 8, Khayaban-e-Jami, Clifton, Karachi
PH: 021-99204984 & 021-99204986

Interviews will also be held at the said address.

How to Prepare for This Role