British High Commission Islamabad Education Advisor Job 2026: Apply for FCDO Grade 7 Role with PKR 924,324 Monthly Salary
The British High Commission in Islamabad is accepting applications for the Education Advisor, Grade 7 (G7) position within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. This senior role offers an experienced professional the chance to lead UK education engagement and oversee major programmes in Pakistan.
Overview
The British High Commission in Islamabad is seeking an experienced education and development professional for the Education Advisor, Grade 7 (G7) position. Sitting within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), this senior role involves leading the United Kingdom's education policy engagement, strategic partnerships, and government relations in Pakistan. A major responsibility of the postholder is serving as the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) for the FCDO's flagship bilateral education programme, GOAL (Girls and Out of School Children: Action for Learning), which has a total value of up to £130 million.
The position is offered as a full-time, permanent contract based in Islamabad, requiring 41 hours per week. The role entails frequent travel within Pakistan, particularly to Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sindh. The advertised basic salary is PKR 924,324 per month, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, domiciliary cover, and retirement provisions.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet specific professional criteria and qualifications to be considered for this senior FCDO role:
- Possess at least five years of relevant experience working in Pakistan's education and development sector.
- Demonstrate expertise in programme and project management leadership.
- Show a proven ability to operate in complex environments requiring strong stakeholder management and an understanding of Pakistan's political economy.
- Demonstrate coalition-building, influencing, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Have prior experience working on large-scale education programmes.
- Maintain expert-level proficiency in both English and Urdu, including strong drafting and communication skills.
Benefits
Successful candidates receive a competitive remuneration and support package:
- A non-negotiable basic monthly salary of PKR 924,324.
- Medical Insurance Scheme featuring a PKR 1,700,000 floater coverage per family.
- Annual domiciliary cover for day-to-day medical expenses of up to PKR 300,000 per family.
- Mandatory provident fund contributions towards retirement.
- Standard entitlements including annual leave, public holidays, and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications through the official British Government recruitment portal. The recruitment process evaluates candidates based on a comprehensive online form rather than a CV or cover letter alone. Applicants should carefully complete all sections, including professional history, educational background, skills, and behaviour-based questions.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the Success Profiles – Civil Service Frameworks and utilize the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when structuring their professional examples. Artificial intelligence tools may only be used for limited formatting purposes; all core narratives must authentically represent the applicant's personal career achievements.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted online no later than 31 August 2026 at 23:55 Pakistan Standard Time (PST). Incomplete submissions or applications sent through unauthorized third-party platforms will not be considered.