Project Director

Originate, develop and execute investment proposals and projects at the national level in various sectors, in alignment with Government policies and SIFC's mandate.

Develop and maintain a pipeline of viable investment opportunities including Greenfield, Brownfield, Joint Ventures, PPPs and other investment models.

Engage, attract and facilitate domestic and foreign investors, investment funds, sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, private equity/ venture capital funds and strategic investors for investment opportunities in Pakistan.

Evaluate and analyse investment proposals submitted by investors, including their commercial viability, financial feasibility, investment rationale, business model, funding structure, projected returns, risks and market potential.

Conduct and/ or coordinate commercial, financial and technical due diligence of prospective investors and investment proposals, including assessment of financial strength, ownership structure, track record, market position, legal/ regulatory standing, source of funds and potential risks.

Assess the suitability, credibility and strategic value of prospective investors, identify potential red flags and recommend appropriate risk-mitigation measures in consultation with relevant authorities.

Facilitate structuring of investment transactions, including Joint Ventures, PPPs, strategic partnerships, project financing and other appropriate investment structures, in coordination with relevant Government entities and professional/ technical advisors.

Facilitate G2G and B2B engagements, investor meetings, roadshows, business delegations and investment missions, including preparation of investment opportunities, briefing material and follow-up actions.

Lead negotiations and facilitate engagement with prospective investors, within the mandate and authority assigned by the competent forum and ensure timely progression of investment proposals from initial engagement to transaction/ implementation stage.

Monitor the financial, physical and implementation progress of approved projects/ investments, including project costs, funding arrangements, timelines, milestones, deliverables and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Identify and address bottlenecks, risks and conflicts affecting investment transactions and coordinate with relevant stakeholders for their timely resolution.

Prepare investment briefs, analytical reports, project appraisals, investor assessments, financial summaries and recommendations for consideration by SIFC, senior management and other competent forums.

Undertake market intelligence and sectoral analysis to identify emerging investment opportunities, potential investors, sources of capital and trends affecting Pakistan's investment landscape.

Support development of investment-friendly policies, regulatory reforms and institutional mechanisms aimed at improving Pakistan's investment environment and facilitating domestic and foreign investment.

Any other assignment / duty entrusted by the Competent Authority.

Educational qualifications must be obtained from recognized local/foreign universities / institutes duly verified by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

Age of the candidate shall not exceed the specified maximum age limit as on the closing date of the advertisement.

Government employees (serving or retired) must apply through proper channels (copies of NOCs from parent department must be attached).

Contract terms for project staff directly recruited for development projects funded from PSDP will follow Finance Division's O.M. No. 4(9)R-14/2024 & Planning Commission's Letter No. 24(7) PIA-I/PC/2021, dated 05 March 2026.

Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.

Only shortlisted candidates, meeting the eligibility criteria, will be contacted for tests / interview. No TA/DA will be provided.

Shortlisted candidates must bring their original CNIC, educational and experience certificates, domicile, police verification, medical fitness certificate and Army Discharge documents (if applicable) for the interview.