The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has recently announced multiple vacancies for professionals under the Education Testing Council (ETC) on a contract basis. The positions are available in various departments, including Test Development, Operations, Quality Assurance, IT, Finance, and Administration.
Available Positions and Requirements:
- Senior Manager (Test Development) – PPS-10
This role demands a Master’s degree (18 years of education) with at least 12 years of relevant experience in educational testing. Candidates should have a solid background in designing, developing, evaluating, and implementing standardized tests for public or private educational sectors. Age limit: 55 years. - Senior Manager (Test Operations) – PPS-10
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree and have 12 years of relevant experience in managing test operations. A background in educational testing and data analysis is a must. Age limit: 55 years. - Senior Manager (Quality Assurance) – PPS-10
A Master’s degree in a relevant field with 12 years of experience in quality assurance processes, including test monitoring, reliability, and validation, is required. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of statistical process control (SPC). Age limit: 55 years. - Manager (Test Development) – PPS-09
A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with at least 16 years of education is required, along with 8 years of experience in test development and standardization. Age limit: 50 years. - Manager (Test Operations) – PPS-09
The position calls for a candidate with a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least 16 years of education, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in managing educational test operations. Age limit: 50 years. - Manager (Quality Assurance) – PPS-09
Candidates should possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least 16 years of education with 8 years of relevant experience in quality assurance, including the use of SPC and process improvement strategies. Age limit: 50 years. - Manager (IT) – PPS-09
A Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field is required, along with 7 years of experience in IT management, especially in the education sector. Age limit: 50 years. - Manager (Finance) – PPS-09
A Master’s degree in Business Administration (Finance) with 7 years of experience in financial management in the education or public sector is needed. Age limit: 50 years. - Manager (Administration & Security) – PPS-09
A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with at least 16 years of education and relevant experience in administration and security is required. Age limit: 50 years. - Deputy Manager (Finance) – PPS-08
A Master’s degree in Business Administration (Finance) is required, along with 7 years of relevant experience. The position demands strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis. Age limit: 55 years. - Assistant Manager (Test Development/Quality Assurance) – PPS-07
A Bachelor’s degree (16 years of education) with relevant experience in educational testing and quality assurance is needed for this position. Age limit: 40 years. - Assistant Manager (IT) – PPS-07
A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology with 5 years of relevant experience in IT management is required. Age limit: 40 years. - Assistant Manager (Finance) – PPS-07
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Finance) with relevant experience in financial management is needed. Age limit: 40 years.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications online through the official HEC website (careers.hec.gov.pk) and upload their CVs and relevant documents. The application process is free of charge, but applicants should deposit a non-refundable fee of Rs. 1500 through HEC’s online payment system.
Applications must be submitted by November 17, 2025. Further details, including the link to apply online, can be found on the official HEC website.
For any inquiries or technical assistance, applicants may contact HEC’s support via the provided contact numbers or email.
This recruitment drive is part of the HEC’s continued efforts to improve the educational standards of the country by enhancing the management of educational testing and operations.