Looking for high-paying government jobs in Islamabad with strong career growth? Capital Development Authority (CDA), one of Pakistan’s premier public organizations, has announced an excellent opportunity for professionals under the latest CDA Careers 2025 campaign. Multiple senior-level positions are open for recruitment on a contract basis, offering attractive salaries and the potential for long-term engagement based on performance.
Capital Development Authority is inviting qualified individuals to apply for posts in its water, administrative, civil engineering, planning, and finance departments. These roles are part of a two-year contract-based initiative under the Project Pay Scale (PPS), extendable based on satisfactory performance and CDA’s internal requirements.
🧾 CDA Jobs Overview – Latest Vacancies 2025
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Capital Development Authority (CDA) |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Education Required | Bachelor’s / Master’s / LLB / LLM / ACCA / ACMA / CA |
| Experience Required | 7 to 17 Years |
| Age Limit | 40 to 50 Years (Including Relaxation) |
| Total Posts | 05 |
| Gender | Male & Female |
| Contract Duration | 2 Years (Extendable) |
| Monthly Salary | PKR 150,000 – 250,000/- |
| Application Deadline | 29 July 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online at cda.gov.pk/jobs |
📋 Available Positions in CDA Careers 2025:
- Director General (Islamabad Water) – PPS-10
- Director (Admin / HR / Law) – PPS-9
- Director (Planning & Development) – PPS-9
- Director (Civil) – PPS-9
- Director (Finance & Revenue) – PPS-9
These high-level CDA posts require strategic expertise, field management experience, and strong leadership abilities in various departments. All roles demand a commitment to public service, transparency, and accountability.
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Criteria:
- Education: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
- PEC registration is mandatory for engineering roles.
- LLB/LLM will be an added advantage for the Director Admin/HR/Law post.
- CA/ACCA/ACMA required for the Director Finance & Revenue post.
- Experience:
- 17 years for DG Islamabad Water (preferably in urban water utility, sanitary, or environmental engineering)
- 12 years for Director-level roles in relevant fields
- 7 years minimum for a finance-related director post with a professional accounting certification
- Skills: Strong leadership, strategic planning, project execution, departmental coordination, and administrative skills are essential.
- Age Criteria: 40–50 years, inclusive of a 5-year general age relaxation.
🛠️ Responsibilities (Highlights by Post):
Director General (Islamabad Water)
- Oversee Islamabad’s water management systems
- Lead urban sanitation, PHE, and water utility operations
- Implement environmentally sustainable practices in CDA water projects
Director Admin / HR / Law
- Manage administrative affairs, HR compliance, and legal oversight
- Supervise hiring, HR policy implementation, and departmental governance
Director (P&D)
- Lead infrastructure planning and development for Islamabad
- Prepare strategic development plans and manage budgeting
Director Civil
- Supervise CDA civil engineering projects
- Ensure project quality, compliance, and cost control
Director of Finance & Revenue
- Prepare and manage financial reports, audit compliance, and revenue forecasting
- Responsible for revenue mobilization, financial audits, and policy-making
📌 General Instructions:
- Appointments are contractual for 2 years under PPS
- CDA reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process
- Candidates applying for multiple positions must submit separate applications and fees
- No TA/DA will be provided for interviews
- Applicants working in government must apply through the proper channel with a valid NOC
📝 How to Apply for CDA Islamabad Jobs:
- Download the application form from: https://www.cda.gov.pk/jobs
- Fill out the form and upload scanned copies of:
- Educational certificates
- CNIC & domicile
- Experience letters
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Pay a non-refundable fee of Rs. 2000/- through QR code (generated after form submission)
- Apply before 29 July 2025
📩 For queries, email: cda.jobs@cda.gov.pk or call 051-9252995 during office hours.
❓ FAQs – Capital Development Authority Jobs 2025
Q: Are these CDA jobs permanent?
No. These positions are contract-based for 2 years, extendable based on performance.
Q: What’s the salary offered for these posts?
Depending on the post, salaries range between PKR 150,000 to 250,000.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but submit a separate application form and fee for each.
Q: Is PEC registration mandatory for engineers?
Yes, for all civil/environmental engineering posts, PEC registration is required.
Q: What happens if I miss the application deadline?
Late applications will be rejected. Make sure to apply before 29 July 2025.
Q: Are women encouraged to apply?
Yes. CDA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female professionals to apply.
