Applications are invited for
General Manager (Policy & Strategy) in
Policy & Strategy at
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA).
Eligibility / Qualification Required:
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification preferably in Public Policy, International Relations, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Law, or a related discipline from a recognized institution. Relevant professional certifications in public policy, policy analysis, strategic management, project management, public-sector governance, financial regulation, or any other relevant discipline shall be considered an added advantage.
- Experience: At least 8-10 years of progressive experience in financial/capital markets in senior advisory roles in government, private or international organizations, preferably with:
- Proven track record of developing and implementing regulatory frameworks.
- Experience in AML/CFT/CPF, financial regulation, securities markets, central banking, or digital-asset regulation.
- Familiarity with international regulatory standards and experience engaging with standard-setting bodies.
- Strong analytical and research capabilities with ability to translate complex issues into actionable policy.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary policy teams and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
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.