Virtual University Of Pakistan Jobs September 2026

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Virtual University Of Pakistan Jobs September 2026

Organization: Virtual University Of Pakistan

Virtual University of Pakistan is a Federal Chartered Public University with its Head Office at Islamabad

VIRTUAL UNIVERSITY OF PAKISTAN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Virtual University of Pakistan invites applications from bright and motivated individuals for the following positions on a contractual basis (three year contract, extendable on satisfactory performance). Selected candidates shall be placed for duty at the Head Office, Islamabad.

Director Planning & Development

Pay Scale: E-I
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: 18 Years of education in the areas of Engineering (HEC recognized University). Additional qualifications of MBA or PMP will be required. At least 10 years of proven post-qualification experience preferably in Planning and Development, project management in University or Government/Semi Government Organization. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT proficiency is a must.

Director Administration

Pay Scale: E-I
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: 1st Class Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from HEC recognized University / Institution. At least 10 years post qualification experience in multinational / national / government / semi-government organizations or universities. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT proficiency is a must.

Director Campuses

Pay Scale: E-II
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: 1st Class Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or Human Resource Management (16 years of education) or equivalent qualification from HEC recognized University / Institution. At least 10 years post-qualification experience in a senior management position in multinational / national / government / semi-government organizations or universities. Minimum five years experience of managing a region in a senior position. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT proficiency is a must.

General Manager Professional Development Centre

Pay Scale: E-I
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: PhD in CS/IT/Engineering/Management Sciences, from HEC recognized University / Institute with at least 10 years’ experience (at least six years post PhD) in teaching/ training in Public or Private sector University or National/ International level Institution/Industry with at least 3 years experience of management/ industry at the senior positions. Professional certification is optional but will be considered. OR MS/ MPhil/ MBA (18 years) CS/ IT/ SE/ Management Sciences or equivalent from HEC recognized University / Institute with at least 14 years’ experience in teaching/ training in Public or Private sector University, or National/International level Institution/Industry with at least 6 years’ experience of management/ industry at the senior level (equivalent of BPS 19 or higher). Professional certification is optional but will be considered. Must have knowledge of the latest and emerging technologies and their need for the industry and country. Must have experience of developing proposals for funding and generation of revenues. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT proficiency is a must.

Deputy Director ORIC

Pay Scale: E-II
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: Minimum 18 Years of Education (MS / MPhil / MBA) or equivalent degree (in 1st division or 3.0 CGPA) in Engineering, Science, Business, or technology from an HEC-recognized institution. (PhD is preferred). 5 Years of relevant university management or corporate administrative experience, specifically handling institutional research operations.

Deputy Director Planning & Development

Pay Scale: E-II
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: 16 Years of education in the areas of Engineering/Management Sciences (HEC recognized University). At least 7 years of proven post qualification experience preferably in project management and execution. Experience of public sector will be added advantage. Substantial record of writing PC-1s. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT proficiency is a must.

Deputy Registrar (Legal)

Pay Scale: E-II
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: Minimum LL.B (Bachelor’s degree in Law) / LL.M at Level Master’s (16 years) Degree or Foreign qualification in public policy, Governance, Legislative Drafting. Must be member of any provincial or Federal Bar Council. At least Seven (7) years of post-qualification experience in case of Master’s / LL.B as practicing lawyer or LL.M with at least 05 years of experience as practicing lawyer in the legal field.

Deputy Director Finance (Planning & Commercial)

Pay Scale: E-II
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: ACA/ACMA/OR MBA/M.Com 4-Year Bachelor’s degree with specialization in Finance or equivalent (1st division) from HEC recognized University/Institution. At least 8 years’ experience (minimum 3 years post qualification for ACA/ACMA) OR 10 years experience for MBA / BBA / Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years post qualification experience. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Must have excellent command over spoken and written English. IT Proficiency is a must.

Assistant Director ORIC

Pay Scale: E-IV
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: Minimum 16 to 18 Years of Education (BS Hons / Master’s / MS) from an HEC recognized university (in 1st division or 3.0 CGPA). 3 Years post-qualification operational experience within a university administration or corporate linkage office.

Deputy Director Administration

Pay Scale: E-IV
No. of Post(s): 02
Eligibility Criteria: At least 2nd Division Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or Human Resource Management from HEC recognized University / Institution. At least 7 years post qualification experience in multinational/national government, semi-government organizations or universities. Command over spoken and written English as well as IT proficiency is a must.

Assistant Director Admin

Pay Scale: E-V
No. of Post(s): 02
Eligibility Criteria: At least 2nd Division Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or Human Resource Management from HEC recognized University / Institution. At least 05 years post qualification experience in multinational/national government, semi-government organizations or universities. Command over spoken and written English with good presentation skills as well as IT proficiency are a must.

Public Relation Officer

Pay Scale: J-I
No. of Post(s): 01
Eligibility Criteria: Master’s degree (at least 2nd division) in Mass Communication or equivalent from HEC recognized University / Institution. At least 5 years a post qualification experience in a similar position. Coordination experience with media will be required. IT proficiency is a must.

Electrician

Pay Scale: J-VI [01 Lahore (P) / 01 Islamabad (P)]
No. of Post(s): 02
Eligibility Criteria: At least 2nd division DAE (Electrical) from a recognized Institution. At least 2 years post qualification experience as an electrician in a well reputed organization. Ability to install and maintain all electrical fittings / DBs as well as wiring is required. Experience in operation and handling of power generator is required.

The eligibility criteria for the above-mentioned Posts are also given on the Virtual University Website (https://www.vu.edu.pk/Opportunities/Jobs.aspx).

Further, if the candidate holds a qualification higher than the minimum prescribed for the Job Position, then the Division/CGPA of the Higher Degree will be considered, provided the minimum prescribed degree is not at par.

In case of qualifications higher than those prescribed for positions in University Scales J-II or above, the Selection Board may relax the experience required.

Upon initial appointment, the Selection Board may recommend advance increments above the base of the applicable scale, on the grounds of qualifications / achievements / experience over and above those prescribed for the post, as per VU rules.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE APPLYING

The age of superannuation is 60 years. The maximum age to apply for any position is 55 years.
Applicants already serving in Government / Semi Government organizations, autonomous bodies, or otherwise under contractual obligations shall be required to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer with application or before interview.
Part-time, honorary, visiting, apprenticeship, freelancing, and intern experience shall not be counted as experience. Only experience letters issued by the respective HR / Registrar or relevant authority will be accepted.
Only eligible / shortlisted candidates will be contacted individually for interview / job test, as applicable.
Interested candidates shall apply online through https://www.vu.edu.pk/Opportunities/Jobs.aspx. It is mandatory to provide all relevant information in the online job application form. No hard copy of the application will be accepted.
Candidates possessing a foreign degree shall submit the equivalence certificate issued by HEC, Islamabad.
Candidates shall submit / upload Bachelor / BS / MS or MPhil / PhD degrees attested by HEC with application or before interview. Where a degree is not relevant to the subject / field, the candidate shall submit a degree relevancy certificate issued by HEC / relevant authority.
An application processing fee of Rs. 3,000/- per application (non-refundable) for posts in Pay Scale “E”, and Rs. 1,000/- per application (non-refundable) for posts in Pay Scale “J” shall be paid before the closing date or at the time of submission of the online job application through the challan form generated by the job application portal.
Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.
Applications containing incomplete / false information or submitted without the prescribed application processing fee will not be entertained.
Candidates shall sign an affidavit at the time of interview stating that he / she is not a dual national and, in case of selection, shall not hold dual employment in any manner.
In case of selection / appointment, the candidate shall submit a medical fitness certificate, duly signed / stamped by the Medical Superintendent (MS) of any Civil / Government Hospital, at the time of joining.
If, at any stage, any deficiency is observed in the eligibility of a candidate or any fake / incomplete information is found to have been provided, his / her candidature may be cancelled or employment terminated immediately, as applicable.
An incomplete application will not be considered submitted until all mandatory fields are completed all required documents are attached, and the SUBMIT button is clicked at the final step.
No hard or soft copies of missing documents will be accepted after submission. No amendments, additions, or changes to the application will be entertained after the closing date for submission of job applications.
All interviews shall be conducted in person, and no requests for online interviews shall be entertained. No TA / DA will be admissible for appearing in the test / interview.
Applicable tax(es) will be deducted from the monthly salary as per rules.
Virtual University of Pakistan reserves the right to reject any or all applications at any stage without assigning any reason.

HOW TO APPLY Applicants should apply online: www.vu.edu.pk/jobs | Last date of application: September 28, 2026

For Further Information, Please Contact DIRECTORATE OF ADMINISTRATION – VIRTUAL UNIVERSITY OF PAKISTAN Sir Syed Memorial Society, 19-Attaturk Avenue, G-5/1, Islamabad

Published Date: 06 September 2026

Newspaper: Dawn