Deputy Manager (Finance) at Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) Islamabad 2026

About the Job

The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which is a high-level apex body established by the Government of Pakistan to facilitate investment and accelerate sustainable economic growth, is seeking a qualified and experienced professional for the position of Deputy Manager (Finance). The role is to assist and support in official assignments and project activities, including evaluation of investment opportunities and proposals, preparation of financial models, investment analysis, market research, feasibility assessments, pitchbooks and reports, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration with SIFC colleagues, along with any additional tasks assigned.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

1. Review and validate financial models, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and strategic fit.
2. Perform advanced financial analysis using Excel, including data collation, stress testing, valuation assessment, and feasibility analysis across assigned projects.
3. Assist in developing robust financial models for projects, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key financial ratios.
4. Prepare concise reports and presentations highlighting risks, assumptions, sensitivities, recommendations, and commercial viability of projects.
5. Conduct market research, sectoral and macroeconomic studies, develop investment theses, and support preparation of investor presentations, feasibility studies, and transaction materials.
6. Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, corporates, and partners, providing workable solutions.
7. Liaise with government departments and stakeholders to support regulatory processes and approvals.
8. Collaborate with SIFC colleagues across different wings to achieve targeted objectives and provide financial insights.
9. Contribute to cross-functional initiatives by offering financial analysis and support when required.
10. Undertake any additional tasks assigned by the line manager.

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor's (16 years of education in relevant field) or Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Associate and Fellow Members of ICMA International /ACCA/ Chartered Accountant (CA)/ or related field from a reputable local or international institution. CFA qualification or progress towards CFA.

Experience

1. Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, transaction advisory, consulting, financial institution, leading audit/advisory firm or MNC corporate finance function preferred.
2. Strong capability in financial modelling, valuation, investment analysis, market research, feasibility studies, and preparation of investment materials/presentations.
3. Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, valuation techniques, financial research, and data analysis, with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and writing skills.
4. Ability to build stakeholder relationships and work effectively in multi-stakeholder, fast-paced environments.

How to Apply

• Apply online at https://jobs.sifc.gov.pk
• Last Date: 29 June 2026 (11:59 PM PST)

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• Highlight CFA status clearly: CFA qualification or progress towards CFA is specifically mentioned in the educational qualifications. State your CFA level, completed exams, or candidate status explicitly in your CV.
• Name the specific finance domain you come from: The experience requires investment banking, corporate finance, transaction advisory, consulting, financial institution or a leading audit/advisory firm. State exactly which of these applies to your background so reviewers can quickly confirm eligibility.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel and financial modelling: Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modelling, valuation and stress testing is a direct requirement. Mention specific projects where you built financial models and the tools or techniques you used.
• Include pitchbook and investor presentation examples: Preparing pitchbooks, investor presentations, feasibility studies and transaction materials are direct KPIs. Reference any such materials you have authored or co-authored in your CV.
• Show multi-stakeholder experience: The ability to work in multi-stakeholder, fast-paced environments is explicitly required. Provide examples of roles where you coordinated with investors, corporates, government departments and internal teams simultaneously.