NIFTH Jobs 2026 (Lok Virsa, Islamabad) – Expressions of Interest (Short Term Services)
National Institute of Folk & Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) under National Heritage & Culture Division is inviting Expressions of Interest for short-term services on temporary assignment for six (06) months. These roles are time-bound, non-transferable, and selection is based on the shortlisting criteria given in the advertisement.
NIFTH Jobs 2026 Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Institute of Folk & Traditional Heritage (NIFTH), Lok Virsa |
| Department | National Heritage & Culture Division |
| Job Type | Short Term Services (6 months), Temporary |
| Location | Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad |
| Total Vacancies | 08 |
| Last Date | 05 January 2026 |
| Submission Mode | EPAD or Manual (Courier) with CV, cover letter, attested documents |
| Contact | Ph. 051-9249208 |
Vacancies & Eligibility (Post-wise)
1) IT Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in IT/Computer Sciences/Artificial Intelligence (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant field or equivalent.
2) Research Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in Anthropology/Sociology/Cultural Studies/Folklore (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant field or equivalent.
3) Accounts Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in Commerce/ICMA/Accounts & Finance/Business Administration/Economics (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 5 years post-qualification experience in relevant field or equivalent.
4) Marketing Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in Marketing/Business Administration/Economics/Commerce (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 5 years post-qualification experience in marketing and event promotion or equivalent.
5) Procurement Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in Business Administration/Public Administration/Procurement (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 8 years post-qualification experience in procurement or equivalent.
6) Textile / Costumes Specialist – 01 Post
Required Education: 16 years education in Textile/Fashion Design (HEC recognized)
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: At least 3 years post-qualification experience in relevant field or equivalent.
7) Visit Guides – 02 Posts
Required Education: 16 years education in History/Sociology/Museum Studies/Pakistan Studies
Age Limit: Not mentioned in advertisement
Criteria: 2 years post-qualification experience + good command in English speaking or equivalent.
How to Apply
- Prepare CV + cover letter.
- Attach attested copies of experience certificates and academic credentials.
- Send your Expression of Interest through EPAD or by courier to Lok Virsa (Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad) before 05-01-2026.
Important Instructions
- These positions are temporary, time-bound, and non-transferable; no right to regularization/extension/absorption.
- Engagement may terminate automatically on completion of assigned period/work without notice.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; no TA/DA.
- Incomplete/late applications will not be entertained; bring original documents at interview.
- Authority may cancel the process at any stage without assigning reason.