Assistant Director, Plant Health & Trade Compliance

Pakistan Single Window; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,600,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Pakistan Single Window, acting on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA), is seeking a policy-focused professional to contribute to phytosanitary regulations and plant protection initiatives. The role emphasizes developing regulatory instruments, coordinating across teams, and compiling technical documentation.

Qualified candidates should have at least 4 years of SPS-related experience, strong writing skills, and familiarity with IPPC/ISPMs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant SPS/plant quarantine support, regulatory drafting assistance, or plant protection work.
• Proficiency in computer applications and strong technical writing skills.
• Understanding of SPS concepts, IPPC/ISPMs and import-export compliance (preferred).
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulating national phytosanitary policy and regulatory instruments for movement of plants, plant products, and regulated articles.
• Support drafting and periodic review of phytosanitary regulations, import conditions, export requirements, and pest-specific measures.
• Assist in maintaining and updating national regulated pest lists, treatment schedules, and technical annexes.
• Compile scientific evidence and international references (ISPMs, guidance) to support regulatory justifications and emergency measures.
• Support preparation of training modules, SOPs, and stakeholder guidance material related to plant SPS measures and trade standards.
• Coordinate internal consultations and maintain documentation control and records for plant-related standards and regulations.
• Prepare briefs, explanatory notes, and technical correspondence under supervision.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the reporting officer in support of NAFSA’s mandate.

Skills

Regulatory drafting

Technical writing

Coordination

IPPC/ISPMs knowledge

Education

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture

Job description

Pakistan Single Window, acting on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA), is seeking a policy-focused professional to contribute to phytosanitary regulations and plant protection initiatives. The role emphasizes developing regulatory instruments, coordinating across teams, and compiling technical documentation.

Qualified candidates should have at least 4 years of SPS-related experience, strong writing skills, and familiarity with IPPC/ISPMs.