Recruitment Status Update
Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) advertised the position of Consultant (Safe City Projects & IT Matters) for Diamer Basha Dam Project and Dasu Hydropower Project during April 2026.
The official WAPDA career record was listed on 13 April 2026, while the closing date for applications was 28 April 2026.
This recruitment is now closed. This page is maintained as an archived recruitment reference for people researching the qualification, experience, responsibilities and application conditions that applied to this vacancy.
Position Snapshot
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Status | 28 April 2026 |
| Organization | Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) |
| Position | Consultant (Safe City Projects & IT Matters) |
| Qualification | Master's degree / 16 years of education in specified relevant disciplines |
| Minimum Experience | 10 years in the related Safe City and IT field |
| Employment Basis | Contract basis on lump-sum pay package |
| Initial Contract Period | 1 year, including 6 months' probation |
| Project / Posting Area | Diamer Basha Dam Project & Dasu Hydropower Project |
| Official Listing Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Closing Date | 28 April 2026 |
| Salary / Remuneration | Competitive market-based lump-sum pay package. Exact PKR amount was not specified in the verified advertisement. |
Position Overview
WAPDA sought an experienced professional to serve as Consultant for Safe City Projects and IT matters associated with the Diamer Basha Dam Project and Dasu Hydropower Project.
The advertised mandate focused on technical planning, system integration, project documentation, CCTV and command-and-control environments, project implementation and coordination between relevant stakeholders.
Eligibility & Academic Requirements
The recruitment advertisement required a Master's degree / 16 years of education in a relevant discipline, including:
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
- Computer Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Telecom Engineering
Applicants were required to meet the educational recognition conditions stated in the official advertisement.
Experience Requirements
Candidates were required to have at least 10 years of relevant experience in Safe City and IT-related work.
Relevant professional exposure described in the advertisement included:
- Policy formulation and policy analysis
- Project management and implementation using modern technology
- Safe City and IT infrastructure environments
- CCTV systems
- Command-and-control centers
- Integrated IT infrastructure
- Coordination across technical and project stakeholders
Job Responsibilities
The consultant's advertised mandate covered technical advisory, project-design and implementation responsibilities. Key duties included:
- Providing technical advice and supervision for preparation and conceptualization of an efficient and workable High Level Design (HLD).
- Supporting preparation of technical project documentation, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Terms of Reference (TORs) and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
- Advising on development, commissioning and integration of project systems and components.
- Supporting coordination and liaison between stakeholders involved in project design, equipment development, installation and commissioning.
- Supporting timely implementation and completion of assigned project activities.
- Carrying out other related assignments entrusted by the Authority.
Who Was This Role Suitable For?
Based on the advertised requirements, the vacancy was primarily suited to senior professionals with substantial experience in complex IT and Safe City environments.
- Senior IT and technology professionals
- Professionals experienced with CCTV infrastructure
- Professionals familiar with command-and-control environments
- Technical project managers handling integrated systems
- Professionals involved in policy, planning and project execution
- Candidates experienced in multi-stakeholder technical coordination
This section is a practical interpretation of the advertised experience profile and does not create any additional eligibility requirement.
Project & Posting Context
The advertisement associated the consultant position with Diamer Basha Dam Project and Dasu Hydropower Project. The role therefore related to Safe City and IT systems, technical documentation, integration and project coordination requirements connected with these major WAPDA projects.
How Applications Were Submitted
Historical application information: this recruitment is closed. The following explains the method used during the original application period.
Eligible candidates were instructed to use the prescribed WAPDA application form and submit their application package through courier or postal service.
The application package required the documents specified in the official recruitment advertisement.
Applications were addressed to:
Director (Recruitment), WAPDA
B-26, WAPDA House
Lahore, Pakistan
Important Dates & Contract Conditions
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official WAPDA Listing Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Closing Date | 28 April 2026 |
| Initial Tenure | 1 year on contract basis |
| Probation | 6 months |
| Possible Extension | Subject to satisfactory performance and organizational requirements |
| Pay Basis | Competitive market-based lump-sum pay package |
Important Recruitment Conditions
- Only shortlisted candidates were to be called for interview.
- No TA/DA was admissible for attending the interview.
- The appointment was offered on a contractual basis.
- Late or incomplete applications were liable to rejection.
- Applicants were responsible for providing correct and authentic information.
- WAPDA reserved recruitment rights according to the conditions stated in the official notice.
Archived Applicant Checklist
For historical reference, candidates applying during the original recruitment period needed to check the following:
- Required Master's / 16-year qualification
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
- Required Safe City and IT technical exposure
- Prescribed WAPDA application procedure
- Required supporting documentation
- Dispatch of the application before 28 April 2026
This checklist is retained for archive and reference purposes only. Applications for this recruitment are no longer being accepted.
Official Source Verification
| Verification Field | Verified Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) |
| Position | Consultant (Safe City Projects & IT Matters) |
| Official Listing Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Closing Date | 28 April 2026 |
| Recruitment Status | Applications Closed |
| Source Confidence | High — core recruitment details verified against the official WAPDA recruitment record. |
| Last Reviewed | 19 April 2026 |
Archived Recruitment Advertisement
Looking for Current WAPDA Jobs?
The Consultant recruitment described on this page has expired. Candidates looking for active WAPDA vacancies should use the official WAPDA careers section for current advertisements, deadlines and application procedures.
View Current WAPDA CareersFrequently Asked Questions
No. The official closing date was 28 April 2026. This page is retained only as an archived recruitment reference.
The recruitment required a Master's degree / 16 years of education in specified relevant fields such as Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Telecom Engineering.
Candidates were required to have at least 10 years of relevant experience in the Safe City and IT field.
No. It was advertised on a contractual basis for an initial period of one year, including a probation period.
The verified advertisement described a competitive market-based lump-sum package but did not specify an exact PKR salary amount.
Current vacancies should be checked through the official WAPDA careers section. The official links are provided above.
Disclaimer: This page is an independent archived recruitment reference and is not the official WAPDA recruitment portal. This particular recruitment has closed. Candidates should verify future job advertisements, eligibility requirements, closing dates and application procedures directly through official WAPDA channels.
