National Counter Terrorism Authority NACTA Islamabad Jobs 2026

Applications are invited from Pakistani Nationals for 04 contract posts of Assistant Director (BPS-17) in the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Federal Government. The contract period is initially 6 months, likely to be made permanent based on performance evaluation. Qualification: 16 years of education in Peace and Conflict Studies, IR, Media & Communication Studies, Strategic Studies, Cyber Security, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or Digital Forensics from an HEC-approved institution. Experience: 0-2 years post-qualification experience in OSINT, SOCMINT, GEOINT, Threat Intelligence, Digital Investigations, Online Research, Analytical Reporting, AI/Software applications, Media management, Basic Administration, and specialized knowledge in peace and conflict resolution, Narrative Building, and Counter Terrorism and Extremism. Quota distribution: Merit = 1, Punjab = 2, KP = 1. Age limit: 30 + 5 = 35 years (general age relaxation admissible as per rules). Applications must be submitted online through National Jobs Portal at https://njp.gov.pk within 15 days of publication of this advertisement. Candidates must bring original documents and one set of attested copies at the time of interview. Government employees must apply through proper channel and provide a NOC at the time of interview. Contact: Director (HR/Admn), NACTA, Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, G-7/1, Islamabad. Phone: 051-9217113.