Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Announces Vacancies in Digital Communication Department

The Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced several vacancy positions for its Digital Communication Department (DCD). The department is seeking qualified, professional, energetic, and motivated individuals for appointment against a PSDP Project on a purely contract basis. All positions are located in Islamabad.

Available Job Positions and Eligibility Criteria

The ministry is looking to fill several technical and support staff roles. The details for each position are as follows:

Deputy Assistant Director (IT)

Pay Scale: PPS-06
Number of Posts: 1
Job Description: The role involves analyzing, planning, designing, and installing new computer systems. Responsibilities also include managing existing systems, ensuring secure backups, and providing ICT assistance to project staff.
Qualifications & Experience: A 2nd Class or Grade ‘C’ Master’s/Bachelor’s (16 years) degree in Computer Science, IT, or Software Engineering, or a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering recognized by PEC.
Age Limit: Maximum 28 years. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in IT and System Administration.

Data Center Technician (IT)

Pay Scale: PPS-05
Number of Posts: 2 (for Primary-Evening and Night shifts)
Job Description: Responsible for assisting in Network Operation Center (NOC) operations, monitoring data center systems, and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues to ensure service reliability.
Qualifications & Experience: A DAE or minimum 2nd Class/Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s degree (14 years) in a relevant field, OR an Intermediate with a Diploma in IT/Computer. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in data center operations or IT infrastructure maintenance is required.
Age Limit: 18-35 years.

Data Center Technician (Power & HVAC)

Pay Scale: PPS-05
Number of Posts: 1
Job Description: This technician will handle the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the electrical, power, and cooling (HVAC) systems of the Data Center.
Qualifications & Experience: An Associate or minimum 2nd Class/Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s degree (14 years) in Power, Electrical, Electronics, HVAC, or Mechanical Engineering. Preferably 3 years of relevant experience in power systems, UPS, and HVAC operations.
Age Limit: 18-35 years.

Support Staff

Farash (PPS-01, 2 Posts): Responsible for office cleaning and hygiene. Requires a Primary Pass (preferred) and preferably 1 year of experience as an office attendant. Age: 18-25 years.
Jamadar (PPS-01, 2 Posts): Responsible for the cleaning of the data center facility and project office. Requires a Primary Pass (preferred) and preferably 1 year of cleaning and maintenance experience. Age: 18-25 years.

General Terms and Conditions

Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply.
The initial contract will be for one year or until the project completion, whichever comes first.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a test/interview. No TA/DA will be admissible.
Government employees must apply through the proper channel and will have to resign from their current post if selected.
Age relaxation will be provided as per Federal Government rules.

How to Apply for Ministry Jobs

Interested candidates must apply online through the National Testing Service (NTS) website within 15 days of the publication of the advertisement.

Visit the NTS website to access the online application form.
Pay the non-refundable test fee through the specified channels (1Link Banks/ATM/Internet Banking/Mobile Banking/EasyPaisa/Jazz Cash/TCS Express Counters) by downloading the fee challan from the NTS website.
Only online application forms that are properly filled, with the fee submitted, will be entertained.
A separate application form and fee must be submitted for each post if applying for more than one category.

For further information or test-related queries, candidates can visit the NTS website or call the provided contact number.