Assistant Manager (IT)

About the Job

The Finance Division, Government of Pakistan, is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Assistant Manager (IT) to join the Tax Policy Office in Islamabad. This role is fundamental to the modernization of Pakistan's fiscal management, as it bridges the gap between raw data and strategic policy action. You will be responsible for providing essential technical support to the Tax Policy Office, ensuring the seamless operation of IT infrastructure, database systems, and software tools required for complex fiscal analysis. By maintaining a robust and secure technological environment, you will play a key part in enabling the division to process large-scale data and implement evidence-based fiscal reforms that shape the national economy.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Oversee the maintenance and troubleshooting of local area networks (LAN), hardware, and software systems within the office.
• Technical Support: Provide timely technical assistance to analysts and staff, ensuring minimal downtime for critical tax policy simulation tools.
• System Security: Implement and monitor cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive fiscal data and maintain departmental integrity.
• Database Assistance: Support the SQL/Oracle DBAs in managing data flows and ensuring the availability of datasets for policy research.
• IT Procurement: Assist in identifying technical requirements for new hardware or software and coordinate with the Manager (Supports) for acquisition and setup.

Qualifications & Experience

Details regarding the complete job description, specifically the required educational qualifications and professional experience criteria, can be downloaded directly from the official website of the Finance Division. Candidates are encouraged to review these requirements thoroughly before initiating their application.

Job Details

This position is designated as Assistant Manager (IT), operating under the BPS-16 scale. This scale is designed for specialized technical officers, providing a stable career path and competitive benefits within the government’s professional service framework.

The role is based at the Tax Policy Office within the Finance Division located in Islamabad. There is currently 01 (one) post available for this track. As a core member of the technical support team, the successful candidate will work in a high-stakes environment, ensuring the technological readiness of the nation’s primary tax policy unit.

How to Apply

Interested individuals are requested to apply online through the National Job Portal latest by 27th May, 2026.

Additional Instructions

1. Terms and conditions for posts in SPPS as contained in Establishment Division’s O.M. No.1(11)2018-E-6 dated 22.03.2019, as amended from time to time, shall apply. The O.M. is also available on the website of Finance Division.
2. The terms and conditions for posts in MP Scales as contained in Establishment Division’s O.M. dated 12.01.2021 (MP Scales Policy, 2020) and Finance Division’s O.M. dated 31.10.2023 (Revision of MP Scales), as amended from time to time, shall apply.
3. Incomplete applications and those received after the closing date will not be entertained.
4. Short-listed candidates fulfilling the laid down criteria will be called for interview.
5. TA/DA is not admissible.
6. Finance Division reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any time without assigning any reason.

Expert Advice for Applicants: For this Assistant Manager (IT) position, candidates should highlight their hands-on experience with Network Administration and IT Troubleshooting in professional environments. When applying via the National Job Portal, ensure you list any relevant certifications (such as CCNA or Microsoft Certified Professional) as these technical credentials are often highly regarded during the initial screening for BPS-16 technical roles.