Job Description
QUICK FACTS
- Organization: Inter State Gas Systems (Pvt.) Limited (ISGS)
- Job Title(s): Chief Executive Officer / Managing Director
- Location: Islamabad, Pakistan (with right to relocate anywhere in Pakistan)
- Number of Posts: Not specified in source advertisement
- BPS / Pay Scale: Not specified in source advertisement
- Age Limit: Maximum 55 years at time of application
- Education Required: Graduate degree in a relevant field including but not limited to engineering, economics, energy management, law, finance, accountancy, or business administration from an HEC-accredited or foreign reputable university
- Experience Required: Minimum 10 years in a senior management leadership role, preferably in the Oil and Gas sector
- Application Deadline: 4 April 2026
- Application Method: Email a duly filled Application and Declaration Form along with a detailed CV in PDF or MS Word format to HR@isgs.com.pk
- Advertisement No: PID (I) 7755/25
- Published Date: 22 March 2026
- Source: Daily Nawaiwaqt, 22 March 2026
Inter State Gas Systems (Pvt.) Limited, a Federal Government-owned entity, is looking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director based in Islamabad. This is a senior executive contract position at one of Pakistan’s key Oil and Gas infrastructure organizations. The deadline to apply is 4 April 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
ISGS is a Federal Government-owned company engaged in implementing Oil and Gas infrastructure development projects of strategic national importance. The organization describes this role as critical to its leadership and long-term direction, making it one of the most senior appointments it can make.
The CEO/MD will be responsible for developing short, medium, and long-term corporate strategy and business plans for Oil and Gas infrastructure development. The role involves overseeing the implementation of existing and planned projects at both local and regional levels, managing financial allocations within approved budgets, and leading negotiations with local, regional, and international governments as well as national and provincial authorities.
The position also requires providing overall organizational leadership, supervising project teams, and ensuring professional and cost-effective operations. The selected candidate will be offered a three-year contract. ISGS reserves the right to relocate the appointed candidate anywhere in Pakistan.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Education: A graduate degree in a relevant field. The source advertisement lists engineering, economics, energy management, law, finance, accountancy, and business administration as examples. The degree must be from an HEC-accredited institution or a foreign reputable university.
Age: Maximum 55 years at the time of applying.
Experience: Minimum 10 years in a senior management leadership role. Preference is given to candidates with experience in the Oil and Gas sector. The source also requires understanding of Pakistan’s energy landscape, Oil and Gas sector dynamics, and related infrastructure projects, with technical, legal, and financial knowledge of the sector.
Domicile / Nationality: Not specified in source advertisement.
Gender: Not specified in source advertisement. The advertisement states ISGS is an equal opportunity employer.
Other Requirements: The candidate must have extensive knowledge of Oil and Gas sector dynamics at local, regional, and international levels. Strong interface and negotiation skills with governments and authorities are required. Use of influence during the selection process will result in immediate disqualification. Strict confidentiality must be maintained at all times.
HOW TO APPLY
- Visit the official ISGS website to download the Application and Declaration Form.
- Fill out the form completely and accurately.
- Prepare a detailed CV in PDF or MS Word format.
- Email both the filled Application and Declaration Form and your CV to HR@isgs.com.pk before 4 April 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
Always verify the latest instructions on the official advertisement before applying.
Nawa Verdict
Original analysis by NawaCareer editors
WORTH APPLYING?
Conditional — only if you genuinely meet the 10-year senior management requirement and hold a relevant graduate degree. This is not a role to apply to speculatively.
COMPETITION LEVEL:
Medium to High — the eligibility bar is extremely specific, which will naturally filter out most applicants. However, being a Federal Government-owned entity advertising in a major national newspaper means visibility is high and qualified senior professionals from the energy sector across Pakistan will be applying.
PAY AND BENEFITS:
The source advertisement does not mention salary, pay scale, or any benefits. This is a notable gap for a role of this seniority. Interested candidates should verify compensation details directly from the official ISGS website or contact the organization before investing time in the application.
RED FLAGS:
The salary and pay package are completely absent from the advertisement, which is unusual for a CEO-level role and makes it harder for candidates to assess the offer. The number of available posts is also not clearly stated. The source notes that ISGS reserves the right to terminate the selection process at any time without giving any reason, which is a significant clause worth noting. The organization also reserves the right to relocate the selected candidate anywhere in Pakistan, which may not suit all applicants.
HIDDEN BENEFITS:
The position is described as a three-year contract at a Federal Government-owned entity involved in nationally strategic Oil and Gas infrastructure projects. For the right senior executive, this represents real public-sector exposure at a high organizational level.
BEST FOR:
Senior professionals from the Oil and Gas, energy, engineering, finance, or law sectors who already hold or have held a leadership role and are comfortable operating at the intersection of government, corporate strategy, and infrastructure execution. The ideal candidate understands both the technical and regulatory sides of Pakistan's energy sector.