Career Opportunities in Development: Sami Foundation Announces New Vacancies in Sindh

The non-governmental and non-profit organization, Sami Foundation, has officially announced multiple job openings aimed at driving socioeconomic uplift and climate resilience across marginalized communities in Sindh. As seen in the official advertisement, the foundation is seeking qualified, passionate, and experienced professionals to lead key developmental initiatives in the region.

The current recruitment drive focuses on two major programs: the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance (ZCRA) project (operating in District Matiari and District Shaheed Benazir Abad) and the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) Project (based in District Umerkot).

Open Positions and Requirements

Sami Foundation is looking to fill three key roles, each demanding a distinct blend of academic qualifications and professional expertise:

1. Project Manager (M/F) – ZCRA Program

• Qualification: Master’s degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, DRR (Disaster Risk Reduction), Public Policy, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in project management. Candidates must possess at least 5 years of managerial experience specifically covering climate change/resilience, nature-based solutions, climate-smart agriculture, and managing flood or heatwave projects.
• Key Skills: A proven track record in policy and stakeholder engagement at both district and provincial levels, alongside experience working with multi-level stakeholders (government line departments, the private sector, UN agencies, and academia).

2. Project Manager (M/F) – BCI Program

• Qualification: Preferably a Ph.D., M.Phil., or M.Sc. in Agriculture or another social science discipline from a recognized university.
• Experience: 8–10 years of overall experience, with at least 5 years dedicated to agriculture-related initiatives (preferably cotton-related project management).
• Key Skills: Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, specifically working with government bodies, academia, research institutions, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).

3. HR, Admin & Logistic Officer

• Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration (BBA, BPA, MBA, MPA) or an equivalent qualification. Preference will be given to candidates holding an MBA or MPA degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience handling HR, administration, and routine logistical tasks within development sector organizations.

Important Guidelines for Applicants

Prospective candidates should keep the following organizational policies in mind before applying:

• Inclusivity: Sami Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Females, minorities, and physically challenged candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Local Preference: Preference will be given to local candidates from the respective districts.
• Selection Process: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a subsequent test or interview. No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the selection process.
• Application Integrity: Applications received after the official deadline will not be entertained. The foundation also reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning a reason.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the criteria should submit their applications online.

• Application Link: Apply via KoboToolbox
• Application Deadline: Sunday, June 21, 2026, by 02:00 PM.

For further details, applicants can contact the HR Department at the Sami Foundation office located near Eye Hospital, Akber-e-Azam Road Umerkot, District Umerkot, or call via 02385-71593.