National Tariff Commission Announces High-Level Contract Vacancies
The National Tariff Commission (NTC) has officially released a “Notice for Hiring on Contract,” seeking seasoned professionals to support the implementation of trade defense laws and digital transformation initiatives. As the primary body responsible for administering anti-dumping duties and safeguarding domestic industry competitiveness, the NTC is looking for experts in finance, law, economics, and technology.
Available Positions and Requirements
The recruitment drive focuses on five specialized roles, all requiring significant professional experience and high-level academic qualifications.
| Position | Vacancies | Key Requirements |
| Cost Accountant (Forensic & Industrial) | 01 | ACMA, CA, or ACCA with 10+ years of experience in industrial cost audits or forensic accounting. |
| Legal Consultant | 03 | LLB/LLM or Juris Doctor with 10–12 years of experience in trade litigation, WTO disputes, or High Court practice. |
| Senior Economist / Econometric Expert | 01 | PhD or Master’s in Economics (specialization in Int. Trade) with 15+ years in quantitative trade research and proficiency in Stata/Python. |
| Chief Consultant: Digital Transformation | 01 | Master’s in Technical/Management Sciences with 15+ years in large-scale ERP/CMS rollouts and IT service management. |
| Business/Data Analyst & IT Documentation Expert | 02 | Master’s/Bachelor’s in BBA (MIS), Info Systems, or Engineering with 7+ years in business analysis for digital transformation. |
Terms of Employment
The NTC has outlined specific conditions for these contract-based roles to ensure high performance and transparency:
- Contract Duration: Initial appointments are for a period of one to three (01-03) years, with extensions granted based on performance and departmental needs.
- Compensation: Selected candidates will receive a lump sum salary. This base salary is subject to an annual increase of 5% to 15%, contingent upon satisfactory performance evaluations.
- Location: While some roles (like Legal Consultants) may be based in Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad, interviews will be conducted by a Selection Committee in Islamabad.
Application Process
Interested Pakistani nationals who meet the rigorous eligibility criteria must apply through the National Job Portal at www.njp.gov.pk.
Important Note: Applications must be submitted within 15 days of the publication of the advertisement. Candidates are expected to have all original and attested documents ready for verification at various stages of the hiring process.
The NTC emphasizes that experience is only counted after obtaining the required professional degree. Furthermore, no TA/DA will be provided for those traveling for interviews. For those looking to influence Pakistan’s trade landscape at a policy and technical level, this represents a significant opportunity to join a vital federal institution.
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