Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation Announces Executive Leadership Opportunity for Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO)

In a significant move toward organizational reform and digital modernization, the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC) has officially announced a vacancy for the high-profile position of Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO).

Enacted under the KW&SC Act 2023, the public sector utility is actively transforming its operational culture toward full corporatization and a performance-driven framework. The appointment of a CITO is a critical milestone in driving this massive digital transformation agenda, aimed at ensuring a secure, integrated, and technology-driven organization for the metropolitan area of Karachi.

The Role and Key Responsibilities

The incoming CITO will report directly to the Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for modernizing information systems, strengthening cybersecurity, and implementing data-driven decision-making across the corporation.

Key areas of responsibility outlined in the executive search include:

• Digital Transformation: Leading the transition from manual workflows to automated, integrated digital platforms and establishing a strategic technology roadmap.
• Enterprise Applications: Overhauling and managing enterprise-wide software, including ERP, HRMS, Finance, Billing, GIS, SCADA integration, and Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS).
• Smart Utility Initiatives: Pioneering advanced utility tech such as smart water metering, IoT sensors, leak detection, pressure monitoring, and remote pumping systems.
• Cybersecurity & Infrastructure: Designing an enterprise security framework compliant with ISO 27001 standards, alongside overseeing cloud infrastructure, data centers, and disaster recovery sites.
• Innovation & IT Governance: Promoting emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, predictive analytics, robotic process automation (RPA), and blockchain.

Candidate Profile: Qualifications & Experience

KW&SC is seeking a highly seasoned professional capable of leading large-scale corporate changes. The eligibility criteria are stringent:

Education & Certifications

• Required: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering.
• Preferred: MBA.
• Certifications: Professional credentials such as PMP/PRINCE2, CISSP, CISM, ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT, or Microsoft/AWS/Oracle Cloud certifications are highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible IT experience.
• At least 8 years serving in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience implementing large ERP systems and leading digital transformation initiatives in large organizations.

Employment Terms & Application Process

The position is a contractual appointment for an initial period of 3 years, with the possibility of an extension based on satisfactory performance. The role is entirely based in Karachi.

Equal Opportunity Employer: KW&SC explicitly emphasizes gender diversity in its hiring process and strongly encourages qualified women professionals to apply. Strict confidentiality is guaranteed for all candidates.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates must send their applications via post within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication to the following address:

Chief Human Resource Officer

Karachi Water & Sewerage Corporation, KW&SC Head Office,

Room No: 103, 1st Floor, Annexe Building,

Near Civic Centre, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi.

Note: Government or departmental candidates must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) before applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.