Applications are invited for
Senior Manager (International Relations) in
International Relations at
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA).
Eligibility / Qualification Required:
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferably in Public Policy, International Relations, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Law, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline from a recognized institution. Relevant professional certifications in public policy, policy analysis, strategic management, project management, public-sector governance, or any other relevant discipline shall be considered an added advantage.
- Experience: At least 6-8 years of experience in international cooperation, regulatory affairs, external relations, public policy, or international regulatory engagement, gained within government bodies, international organizations, financial regulators, or reputable institutions, preferably with:
- Demonstrated experience in managing international cooperation and external regulatory engagement, including interaction with foreign regulators, international organizations, and development partners.
- Proven experience coordinating bilateral and multilateral engagements, including preparation, scheduling, and follow-up of meetings with international counterparts.
- Practical exposure to supporting participation in international forums, working groups, conferences, and regulatory platforms, including logistical and substantive coordination.
- Experience in drafting, negotiating, managing, or administering Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and other international cooperation arrangements.
- Strong ability to prepare briefs, background notes, talking points, and technical inputs for senior management in connection with international engagements.
- Familiarity with international regulatory standards, cross-border cooperation mechanisms, and institutional protocols applicable to financial or digital-asset regulation shall be considered an added advantage.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and drafting skills, with experience working closely with senior leadership in high-level international and diplomatic settings.
How to Apply:
- Application forms may be viewed and submitted along with CVs at https://recruitment.pvara.team/ within 15-days from the date of advertisement.
- Applicant may apply for more than one post by submitting separate application form for each post.
- Incomplete applications and those received after closing date will not be entertained.
General Conditions:
- Candidates will produce original documents / certificates at the time of interview.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/ interview.
- The initial appointment will be for a period of three (03) years further extendable to further Two (02) years.
- No TA/DA will be given for appearing in test/ interview.
- PVARA reserves the rights to cancel, increase or decrease the number of posts / withdraw advertisement in part or in total.
- Government servants may also apply and compete for the abovementioned posts after obtaining a No Objection Certificate from their Parent Departments/Cadre Administrators. If selected for any post, a lien against his/her term at PVARA will be considered a deputation.
- The approved pay structure for the General and Technical Cadres for Tier-1, Tier-2 and Tier-3 reflecting minimum pay and maximum pay, shall be as follows:Post CadreMinimum Pay (PKR)/MonthMaximum Pay (PKR)/MonthTier-1-General Cadre489,300733,950Tier-2-General Cadre377,720566,580Tier-3-General Cadre244,590366,885Tier-1-Technical Cadre2,000,0003,150,000Tier-2-Technical Cadre1,750,0001,875,000Tier-3-Technical Cadre875,000975,000
- Authority may grant a special talent allowance, up to 100% of approved pay, to individuals with rare, specialized expertise and relevant international experience.
- Pay package for the post of Managing Director will be determined in line with the market standard, internal parity and requisite qualification, competencies and experience.
- The applicant should not be more than 57 years of age by the cutoff date of this advertisement.