Member (Food Security & Climate Change) – Planning Commission 2026
Original Job Description
QUICK FACTS
- Organization: Planning Commission, Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Government of Pakistan
- Job Title: Member (Food Security & Climate Change)
- Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Posts: Not specified in source advertisement
- BPS / Pay Scale: SPPS-I Scale
- Age Limit: Not specified in source advertisement
- Education Required: PhD or Master’s degree in Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Climate Change & Sustainability, Food Security, Sustainable Development, Public Policy, or Public Administration (with subject specialization in the relevant field)
- Experience Required: Minimum 14 years (for PhD holders, including 5-8 years managerial/administrative at policy-making level); Minimum 18 years (for Master’s degree holders, including 5-8 years managerial/administrative at policy-making level)
- Application Deadline: 5 April 2026
- Application Method: Online via https://pc.gov.pk/web/career or National Job Portal; Government servants must apply through proper channel
- Advertisement No: PID(I)7377/25
- Published Date: 13 March 2026
- Source: The News (print), 13 March 2026
The Planning Commission under Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives is hiring a Member for Food Security and Climate Change — a senior policy-level position at the heart of national development planning. This is a two-year contract role, extendable on yearly basis, compensated at SPPS-I scale. Applications close on 5 April 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
This is not an entry-level or even mid-career posting. The Planning Commission is looking for someone who has spent years at the intersection of agriculture, food security, and climate policy — and has the track record to prove it. The selected individual will advise on food security strategy, drive policy recommendations for rural economy improvement, and represent the Commission in dealings with federal, provincial, local, and international stakeholders including donors and NGOs.
The role demands hands-on familiarity with agro-based industries, value chain development, non-farm agricultural products, and the political and economic landscape of Pakistan. The member will work under and report to the Minister for PDSI, DCPC, and the Secretary PDSI as needed, and will carry out any additional duties assigned by these authorities.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Education: PhD or Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Climate Change and Sustainability, Food Security, Sustainable Development, Public Policy, or Public Administration. Subject specialization in the relevant field is required.
Age: Not specified in source advertisement.
Experience: For PhD holders: At least 14 years of total experience, including 5-8 years of managerial or administrative experience at policy-making level. For Master’s degree holders: At least 18 years of total experience, including 5-8 years of managerial or administrative experience at policy-making level.
Domicile / Nationality: Not specified in source advertisement.
Gender: Not specified in source advertisement.
Other Requirements: Candidates currently in government service must apply through proper channel as per policy. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. No TA/DA will be admissible.
HOW TO APPLY
- Visit the official application portal at https://pc.gov.pk/web/career or apply through the National Job Portal.
- Complete the online application form available on the portal.
- If you are currently serving in a government position, route your application through proper channel as per applicable policy.
- Submit your application before the closing date of 5 April 2026.
- For queries or correspondence, contact: Section Officer (HR-III), Room No. 240, 2nd Floor, P Block, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad. Email: so_hrm3@pc.gov.pk
- Note that no TA/DA will be provided for interviews. The Ministry reserves the right not to fill the advertised post.
Always verify the latest instructions on the official advertisement before applying.
Nawa Verdict (archived)
Our original analysis of this role
WORTH APPLYING?
Conditional — only if you genuinely have 14 to 18 years of relevant experience at a policy-making level. This is not a role to apply for on a stretch.
COMPETITION LEVEL:
Low to Medium — the experience bar is extremely high, which naturally filters out the vast majority of applicants. However, those who do qualify are likely to be well-connected senior professionals, so competition among eligible candidates may still be meaningful.
PAY AND BENEFITS:
The source advertisement lists SPPS-I scale, which is a senior pay package for specialist positions in Pakistan's public sector. Exact figures are not stated in the advertisement. No other benefits or allowances are mentioned beyond the note that no TA/DA will be provided for the interview. Applicants should verify the current SPPS-I remuneration through official channels before applying.
RED FLAGS:
The advertisement does not mention the number of available posts, which makes it impossible to gauge how competitive the selection process will be. No age limit is specified, which is unusual and worth verifying. The tenure is only two years initially, and extension is subject to satisfactory performance — there is no guarantee of long-term employment. The Ministry has also explicitly reserved the right not to fill the post, meaning the entire process could be called off after you apply.
HIDDEN BENEFITS:
This is a posting within the Planning Commission, which sits at the center of Pakistan's national development architecture. The role offers direct involvement in food security and climate change policy at the federal level, which carries significant professional weight for the right candidate. The SPPS-I scale, while not detailed in the ad, generally reflects competitive compensation for senior government specialists.
BEST FOR:
Senior agriculture, food security, or climate policy professionals with a strong research and implementation track record who are specifically looking to transition into or advance within Pakistan's federal policy-making structure.