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The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi is seeking a highly accomplished and visionary professional to lead its Career Development Center (CDC) as Head of CDC. This leadership role is responsible for driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous growth of the CDC in alignment with IBAs academic and corporate engagement goals.

The Head of CDC will provide overall leadership for career services, employer relations, and student career development initiatives. The role is instrumental in building strong corporate partnerships, enhancing student employability, and positioning IBA graduates competitively in local and global markets.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership & Institutional Interface: Serve as the primary strategic interface between IBA, its students, alumni, and employers across national and international markets, strengthening institutional visibility and graduate employability.

• Overall Functional Oversight: Provide end-to-end leadership of CDC operations, including career advising, employer relations, internship and placement programs, recruitment services, and alumni career engagement.

• Financial Stewardship: Lead fiscal planning, budgeting, and optimal resource allocation to ensure sustainable and efficient CDC operations.

• Employer & Industry Partnerships: Develop and expand strategic partnerships with corporate, government, development sector, and international organizations to enhance career pathways and experiential learning opportunities.

• Placement & Recruitment Governance: Oversee on-campus and virtual recruitment processes, job postings, employer outreach, interview coordination, resume databases, and placement reporting mechanisms.

• Team Leadership & Capability Building: Lead, mentor, and develop CDC staff through structured performance management, professional training, and exposure to best practices in career services.

• Academic Collaboration: Work closely with Deans, Department Heads, and faculty to align career development initiatives with academic programs, industry trends, and evolving student competencies.

• Program Design & Continuous Improvement: Design, implement, and continuously enhance career development frameworks, employer engagement strategies, and placement outcomes using data-driven insights.

• Student Career Advisory Leadership: Provide strategic oversight of career counseling services, including resume and cover letter guidance, interview preparation, job search strategies, and professional skills development.

• Institutional Representation & Branding: Represent IBA at career fairs, employer forums, corporate events, and professional networks to strengthen employer confidence and promote IBA talent locally and internationally.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree from an HEC-recognized university or institution.
• 8-10 years of experience in career services, corporate recruitment, or a related leadership role.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong understanding of centralized career services, graduate employability, and industry-academia collaboration.
• Established professional network across corporate, academic, and recruitment sectors nationwide.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and people-management capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, marketing, and public relations skills.
• Ability to work strategically while managing operational execution in a fast-paced academic environment.

The Senior Executive - Stores is responsible for overseeing all inventory-related operations within the organization, ensuring efficient management and supervision of store activities. This role involves maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing staff, and ensuring the seamless operation of the store, including but not limited to overall operations and requests on Microsoft Dynamics 365.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee inbound and outbound operations, ensuring timely receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using Microsoft Dynamics 365, ensuring real-time visibility of stock levels.
• Conduct regular stock audits and reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
• Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels, minimizing overstock and stockouts.
• Manage inventory control procedures, including quality assurance and disposition of non-conforming products.
• Schedule and assign tasks to employees, ensuring efficient store operations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures within the store.
• Monitor and manage store expenses, adhering to the allocated budget.
• Maintain the stores physical condition, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any discrepancies.
• Manage purchase orders and track deliveries to ensure inventory availability.
• Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
• Implement strategies to enhance customer experience within the store.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an HEC recognized institute/University
• 2 - 4 years of working experience

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Supply Chain Management
• Microsoft Suite
• Store Management
• Inventory Management

The ideal candidate will be responsible for administering Oracle enterprise databases, including Oracle RAC (multi-node clustered environments), ensuring high availability, performance, security, and data integrity. The role involves setting up and managing database utilities to backup, reorganize, recover, and restore databases, resolving production and operational issues, and proactively monitoring database health and capacity. The candidate will design and implement processes, procedures, and metrics to support capacity planning, performance tuning, and business continuity.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer and support Oracle Databases in single-instance and Oracle RAC (multi-node) environments, including cluster-aware operations and failover handling.

• Work closely with Information/Data Architects and Database Designers/Modelers to implement and maintain physical data models for OLTP and Data Warehouse systems in development, test, and production environments.

• Create, manage, and optimize database objects (tablespaces, schemas, indexes, partitions) and maintain their physical organization and relationships across nodes.

• Monitor and manage database performance, workload distribution, and resource utilization (CPU, memory, I/O) in RAC environments using OEM and native Oracle tools.

• Develop and implement database performance monitoring and tuning strategies, including SQL tuning, wait event analysis, AWR/ASH reports, and capacity planning.

• Plan, test, and execute database upgrades, patching, PSU/RU deployments, and migrations, including RAC rolling upgrades with minimal downtime.

• Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, including RAC-aware backups, restores, and point-in-time recovery.

• Define and support Disaster Recovery (DR) and High Availability (HA) strategies, including Data Guard and cluster failover mechanisms.

• Ensure database security and compliance, including user management, role-based access control, auditing, encryption, and patch management.

• Communicate database architecture, constraints, and performance considerations to the application development teams to support efficient database-related code design.

• Develop and enforce standards for database design, naming conventions, and operational best practices.

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and runbooks related to database and RAC operations.

• Provide off-hours support and participate in on-call rotation for critical production systems.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree from an HEC recognized University/Institute.
• 2 years of experience, preferably in database administrator or related field.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Hands-on experience with Oracle Database administration, preferably in Oracle RAC (2-node or multi-node) environments.

• Strong knowledge of logical and physical database modeling, indexing strategies, and partitioning techniques.

• Experience with Oracle performance tuning, monitoring tools, and maintenance utilities (OEM, AWR, ASH, RMAN).

• Understanding of clustered database concepts, workload balancing, node-level troubleshooting, and high-availability architectures.

• Ability to analyze performance bottlenecks and understand the impact of database issues on overall system and application performance.

• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and basic shell scripting for DBA operations is an added advantage.

The Associate Head of Testing Operations is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategic direction, governance, business development, and overall management of the testing and assessment functions of the institute and external clients. The role oversees admission testing, academic examinations, and external testing services, ensuring operational excellence, integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement. The incumbent works closely with senior academic leadership and management to strengthen institutional testing standards and reputation.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic & Operational Support: Support the Head of Testing Operations in developing and implementing policies, SOPs, and quality assurance frameworks to ensure standardized and secure testing processes

• Business Development & Client Engagement: Identify and pursue opportunities with government and private sector organizations for recruitment, admissions, and competitive assessment testing services

• Proposal & Revenue Support: Prepare technical and financial proposals aligned with institutional objectives and revenue growth targets

• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a key coordination point for internal departments and external clients to ensure timely and high-quality service delivery

• Accreditation & Quality Compliance: Facilitate efforts to obtain and maintain nationally and internationally recognized testing certifications and quality accreditations

• End-to-End Test Administration: Oversee planning, logistics, and execution of admission tests, certification exams, recruitment assessments, and external testing assignments

• Governance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to institutional policies, audit standards, test security protocols, confidentiality requirements, and risk mitigation practices

• Assessment Systems Oversight: Supervise the development, validation, and secure management of question banks, assessment tools, and testing platforms

• Performance Monitoring: Establish and track operational KPIs to drive efficiency, service quality, and continuous improvement

• Digital Transformation: Support modernization initiatives through the implementation of computer-based testing systems and other technology-enabled assessment solutions

• Financial & Resource Management: Assist in budget planning, cost control, resource optimization, and financial sustainability of testing operations

• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with Deans, faculty, departments, regulatory authorities, and external partners to ensure smooth execution of testing activities

• Team Leadership & Capacity Building: Develop and lead high-performing teams, strengthen departmental capabilities, and ensure readiness to conduct large-scale, simultaneous testing operations

• Institutional Representation: Represent Testing Operations in committees, client meetings, and strategic forums as required

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree from an HEC-recognized institution

• 7 - 8 years of relevant experience in administration, financial management, business development, testing, examinations, or assessment management

• Minimum 3 years in a managerial or leadership role overseeing and managing audits of large-scale projects of Government, and Private Sector Organizations

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic leadership and governance

• Examination integrity and compliance management

• Operational and financial oversight

• Audit and policy compliance

• Risk management and quality assurance

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

• Team leadership and decision-making capability

• High ethical standards and confidentiality awareness 

The Lead Architect will lead the redesign and development of IBAs Staff Town and campus infrastructure, ensuring modern, sustainable, and functional living and working spaces. This position requires extensive knowledge and experience in architecture, town planning, and large-scale institutional development projects. The incumbent will be responsible for creating master plans, introducing innovative housing solutions, and ensuring compliance with building codes and sustainability standards.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Campus Master Planning: Lead the development of comprehensive master plans for Staff Town redevelopment and campus expansion, ensuring alignment with IBAs long-term academic and infrastructural vision.

• Urban & Spatial Planning: Apply advanced urban planning principles to optimize land utilization, zoning, circulation, infrastructure integration, and future-ready campus growth.

• Architectural Design Leadership: Conceptualize and develop innovative architectural designs for residential units, academic facilities, community spaces, and green landscapes, ensuring functional efficiency and aesthetic excellence.

• Sustainable Design Integration: Incorporate environmentally responsible design strategies, energy-efficient systems, climate-responsive architecture, and sustainable materials in all projects.

• Project Design Oversight: Lead feasibility assessments, design documentation, consultant coordination, tender evaluations, and technical review of contractor submissions.

• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate closely with engineers, planners, contractors, and consultants to ensure seamless translation of design concepts into timely and high-quality execution.

• Regulatory & Institutional Compliance: Ensure adherence to building codes, safety standards, environmental regulations, and institutional guidelines throughout all project phases.

• Innovation & Smart Infrastructure: Introduce contemporary architectural solutions, smart building technologies, and modern housing concepts to enhance campus functionality and user experience.

• Inclusive & Stakeholder-Centric Approach: Engage academic leadership, administration, faculty, staff, and other key stakeholders to ensure holistic, inclusive, and context-sensitive planning and implementation

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture (Masters preferred) from an HEC-recognized institution. 

• Professional certification from PCATP (Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners) is mandatory.

• Minimum 8-12 years of progressive experience in architectural design and urban/town planning. 

• Proven track record in large-scale housing or institutional development projects.

• Vast knowledge and experience in town planning, green building design, and modern construction technologies.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and advanced architectural design software. 

• Strategic thinking and ability to lead complex campus development projects. 

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. 

• Knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. 

The Senior Executive - Learning & OD plays a key role in shaping a culture of continuous learning and growth. This role goes beyond organizing trainings; it focuses on strengthening peoples capabilities, supporting organizational change, and helping teams perform at their best.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and manage the HR training calendar.

• Identify learning needs and support Training Needs Analysis (TNA).

• Coordinate and deliver internal training programs and workshops.

• Liaise with trainers and stakeholders for smooth program execution.

• Facilitate trainings, workshops, and engagement activities as needed.

• Collect and analyse participant feedback to improve training quality.

• Maintain training records, attendance, and post-training evaluations.

• Track and report training coverage and effectiveness.

• Support development of training and engagement materials (presentations, brochures, digital content).

• Proficiency in e-learning tools and a good understanding of blended leaming programs, including virtual sessions.

• Support employee engagement Initiatives to boost participation and engagement scores.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree with at least 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized institution.
• At least 3 years of experience in a corporate setup.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in MS Office suite, Canva, and AI tools. Experience in digital learning/e-learning will be a plus.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills, Presentation Skills.

The Head of Financial Assistance is responsible for providing strategic leadership, governance, and operational oversight of all student financial assistance initiatives at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi. The role ensures equitable access to education through effective administration of need-based aid, scholarships, stipends, and donor-funded programs. The position also leads the Talent Hunt Program aimed at identifying, supporting, and nurturing high?potential students from marginalized and underserved communities. This role strengthens student access, institutional inclusion, donor confidence, and compliance with financial and regulatory standards.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Governance:

• Provide strategic direction for all financial assistance programs aligned with IBA’s mission of inclusive and merit-based education.
• Develop policies, frameworks, and governance mechanisms for transparent and equitable financial aid administration.
• Strengthen institutional capacity to support financially deserving students while maintaining fiscal discipline and compliance.
• Serve as secretary/member of the Financial Aid Committee and present cases for approval.

Financial Assistance Program:

• Lead planning, administration, and continuous improvement of financial aid initiatives including scholarships, stipends, and donor-funded programs.
• Oversee application assessments ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with defined criteria.
• Ensure timely disbursement of aid in coordination with the Finance Department.
• Manage budgeting, reconciliation, and reporting of student financial aid funds.
• Maintain Financial Assistance MIS ensuring data integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Prepare utilization and impact reports for senior leadership, donors, auditors, and regulators.
• Provide advisory and counseling support to students and families regarding financial assistance matters.

Talent Hunt Program:

• Provide leadership for the Talent Hunt Program aimed at identifying high?potential students from underserved communities.
• Lead outreach, awareness campaigns, and career guidance initiatives across the country.
• Oversee application screening, testing coordination, selection, orientation, and enrollment.
• Ensure stipend disbursement and student support services including hostel, food, and wellbeing.
• Monitor academic progress, retention, and development of Talent Hunt students.
• Maintain updated databases of program students and alumni.
• Lead promotional initiatives to enhance program visibility and outreach.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build relationships with academic departments, admissions, finance, and student services.
• Act as liaison with donors, sponsors, and partners supporting financial assistance programs.
• Provide strategic reporting to senior management regarding program impact and funding utilization.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from an HEC-recognized University/Institute.
• Minimum 10 years of experience preferably in financial assistance, scholarships, student services, or higher education administration.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role managing financial aid or student support programs.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of financial aid, scholarships, need-based evaluation, and donor-funded programs.
• Experience in MIS, reporting, and data-driven decision-making.
• High level of financial, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, counselling, and stakeholder-management abilities.
• Proven leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs in a fast-paced academic environment.

The Assistant Manager Business Development plays a pivotal role in developing and delivering high-quality executive education programs across diverse People Development product lines by IBA Center for Executive Education (CEE) which include open enrollment programs, customized workshops, diplomas, corporate governance, and similar offerings. The incumbent will be responsible for the entire program lifecycle, from initial client interaction to post-program evaluation. This position demands a strategic, results-oriented individual with strong educational program design, project management, and client relationship management skills.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Business Development: Generate revenue growth by identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities through strategic relationship building and market analysis.
• Program Design & Development: Convert client leads to successful program offerings. Design agendas for open enrollment programs, customized workshops, diplomas, corporate governance programs and similar offerings, ensuring alignment with client needs and learning objectives.
• Faculty Management: Identify, recruit, and onboard subject matter experts to deliver program content. Develop and maintain strong relationships with faculty to ensure program quality and consistency.
• Participant Coordination: Manage the pre-program experience for participants, including welcome messages, registrations, and pre-reading materials. Facilitate participant engagement throughout the program and manage post-program follow-up activities.
• Financial Management: Lead the development of program budgets and help Finance prepare Profit & Loss (P&L) statements. Manage program expenses to ensure profitability.
• Proposal Writing: Develop compelling proposals for potential clients, highlighting the value proposition and expected outcomes.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree from an HEC-recognized University/Institute.
• Minimum 5 years of experience preferably in higher education environment.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Business Development 

• Networking Skills

• Client Engagement 

• Critical Problem-Solving Skills

• Excellent Communication and Reporting Skills

The Assistant Manager - Design and Solutions at the Center for Executive Education (CEE), Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance across the full CEE lifecycle from solution design and proposal development to program delivery, evaluation, and impact measurement.

The role leads QA standards for all CEE offerings, including open enrollment, diploma, customized corporate, and board-level programs. It involves managing industry-facing projects, particularly high-end public sector and strategic institutional clients, while ensuring service excellence and alignment with institutional commitments.

The position also holds central responsibility for drafting and coordinating all CEE proposals, grants, and tender submissions, ensuring technical rigor and competitive positioning. In addition, it oversees Board Evaluation Services and governance-related assignments, manages trainer allocations, and ensures program design and faculty alignment according to industry standards and client requirements.

The role demands a structured, solutions-oriented professional with strong analytical capability, disciplined execution skills, and the ability to manage senior stakeholders across corporate and public sector environments.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee quality assurance across the full CEE lifecycle (design, delivery, evaluation, impact reporting).

• Institutionalize SOPs, quality benchmarks, and continuous improvement frameworks.

• Help in solution design for open enrollment, diploma, customized corporate, and board-level programs.

• Translate client needs into structured learning frameworks and delivery models.

• Draft and manage all CEE proposals, grants, and tender submissions (technical and financial coordination).

• Manage industry-facing and high-end public sector projects from scoping to closure.

• Conduct needs assessments and support program customization.

• Coordinate Board Evaluation Services and governance-related assignments.

• Allocate trainers based on expertise and ensure alignment with industry standards.

• Monitor participant feedback, faculty performance, and client satisfaction metrics.

• Prepare impact reports, dashboards, and performance summaries for leadership.

• Ensure documentation discipline, compliance standards, and audit readiness.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree from an HEC-recognized University/Institute.
• Minimum 5 years of experience preferably in higher education environment.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Quality assurance and process management

• Executive program design capability

• Proposal, grant, and tender writing expertise

• Project management and coordination

• Analytical skills and dashboard reporting

• Stakeholder and client management

• Governance and board evaluation understanding

• Faculty coordination and alignment capability

• Strong documentation and compliance discipline

• Ability to manage multiple high-level assignments simultaneously

The Executive (Project-Based) will support the Department of Economics in the collection, organization, and analysis of academic and administrative data related to the MS Economics and PhD Economics programs. The position will also assist in the preparation of a comprehensive proposal for revamping both programs, to be submitted to relevant statutory bodies.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the collection and analysis of data related to the MS Economics and PhD Economics programs

• To assist in preparing a comprehensive proposal for the revamping of MS and Phd programs.

• Assist in benchmarking MS and PhD Economics programs against comparable national and international institutions.

• Support the departmental committee in reviewing existing program structures and identifying areas for improvement.

• Contribute to the drafting, formatting, and refinement of the program revamping proposal for submission to Academic Board

• Prepare reports, summaries, tables, and presentations as required.

• Coordinate with faculty members, departmental staff, and relevant offices to obtain required information.

• Maintain proper documentation and records related to the project.

• Perform any other project-related tasks assigned by the Program Director or the departmental committee.

• Provide support in addressing departmental academic and administrative issues related to the MS and PhD Economics programs

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree from an HEC-recognized University/Institute.
• Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience in research analysis, project coordination, administration, or similar roles.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong academic writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with academic program structures, curriculum development, or higher education processes is preferred.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• Ability to analyze data and present findings clearly.

• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

• Strong coordination and teamwork skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.