STENO TYPIST (BPS-14)

Apex Rankers; Blue Area; On-site; PKR 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Official housing allowance

Government service protections

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) in Islamabad invites applications for the Steno Typist (BPS-14). The role requires fast shorthand and typing, strong office administration, and proficiency in MS Office.

Fresh graduates with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply. The incumbent will support executive administration, policy research, and secretarial functions, ensuring timely documentation, diary management, and confidential handling of sensitive information in a

Qualifications

• Typing 40 WPM and shorthand 80 WPM required.
• Computer literacy essential.
• Educational: Intermediate (FA/FSc/ICS) or equivalent, Grade-B.

Responsibilities

• Take rapid and accurate verbatim shorthand dictations at 80 WPM.
• Transcribe and type official correspondence at 40+ WPM with high accuracy.
• Manage executive diaries and schedule meetings.
• Draft routine notes, endorsements, notices, minutes under supervision.
• Operate office automation equipment and handle electronic dak.
• Screen calls, welcome visitors, and maintain confidentiality.
• Index and retrieve old case records and maintain logs.

Skills

Shorthand 80 WPM

Typing 40 WPM

MS Office Suite

Secretariat Procedures

Diary Scheduling

Education

Intermediate (FA/FSc/ICS) or equivalent, Grade-B

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Dak Tracking

Job description

2. \"4. \"5. STENO TYPIST (BPS-14)The **National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW)**, operating under the administrative oversight of the **Ministry of Human Rights**, is Pakistan's apex autonomous statutory body established under the National Commission on the Status of Women Act, 2012. The Commission is constitutionally mandated to examine, review, and monitor the enforcement of laws, state policies, and institutional measures aimed at safeguarding women's rights, promoting gender equality, eliminating discrimination, and facilitating compliance with international conventions including CEDAW.The position of **STENO TYPIST (BPS-14)** (BPS-14) is a prestigious and impactful regular career opportunity within the Commission's core institutional machinery in Islamabad. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in driving executive administration, policy research, project monitoring, legal compliance, or secretarial excellence to ensure the Commission effectively delivers on its statutory functions.Appointees will benefit from government service protections, official housing/allowances as per Federal Government rules, career progression opportunities, and an intellectually vibrant work culture dedicated to socio-legal reform and national institutional development.| Credential Category**Higher Secondary School Certificate (Intermediate - 12 Years Education)**| Experience Required**Fresh / No Prior Experience**### | Minimum Qualifications & ExperienceEducational QualificationIntermediate (FA/F.Sc/I.Com/ICS) or equivalent holding Grade-B with a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute and shorthand speed of 80 words per minute. Must be computer literate.Prescribed Experience & Eligibility CriteriaComputer literacy and secretarial office documentation skills.### | Job Description & Position OverviewThe **National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW)**, operating under the administrative oversight of the **Ministry of Human Rights**, is Pakistan's apex autonomous statutory body established under the National Commission on the Status of Women Act, 2012. The Commission is constitutionally mandated to examine, review, and monitor the enforcement of laws, state policies, and institutional measures aimed at safeguarding women's rights, promoting gender equality, eliminating discrimination, and facilitating compliance with international conventions including CEDAW.The position of **STENO TYPIST (BPS-14)** (BPS-14) is a prestigious and impactful regular career opportunity within the Commission's core institutional machinery in Islamabad. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in driving executive administration, policy research, project monitoring, legal compliance, or secretarial excellence to ensure the Commission effectively delivers on its statutory functions.Appointees will benefit from government service protections, official housing/allowances as per Federal Government rules, career progression opportunities, and an intellectually vibrant work culture dedicated to socio-legal reform and national institutional development.### | Key Responsibilities & Professional Duties* | Take rapid and accurate verbatim shorthand dictations of official proceedings, executive meetings, confidential memos, and policy summaries at a speed of 80 words per minute.* | Transcribe and type official correspondence, statutory reports, and cabinet summaries at 40+ words per minute with exceptional accuracy and adherence to the Federal Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure.* | Manage executive office diaries, schedule meetings, maintain confidential record files, and handle priority electronic dak movements in the Commission's registry.* | Draft routine official notes, endorsements, meeting notices, minutes of executive sessions, and inter-departmental letters under supervisory guidance.* | Operate office automation equipment, including enterprise computers, laser printers, document scanners, and teleconferencing systems.* | Screen incoming official telephone calls, manage visitor appointments, and uphold strict administrative confidentiality regarding Commission deliberations.* | Maintain computerized document tracking logs, index old case records, and facilitate prompt file retrieval for executive officers.### | Required Skills & Domain Competencies* | Pitman English & Urdu Shorthand Mastery (Minimum 80 Words Per Minute)* | High-Speed Professional Touch Typing (Minimum 40 Words Per Minute)* | Advanced MS Office Suite (Word Formatting, Excel Tables, PowerPoint Presentations)* | Secretariat Office Procedures (Noting, Drafting, File Movement & Diary/Dispatch)* | Executive Diary Scheduling, Protocol Management & Meeting Coordination* | Official Record Indexing, Secure Document Archival & Electronic Dak Tracking* | Business Communication, Official Letter Writing & Telephonic EtiquetteEvaluation Blueprint for STENO TYPIST (BPS-14):* Phase 1: Practical Trade Test & Hands-On Skill Demonstration (70% Marks Weightage) - Comprehensive practical execution, workbench accuracy, equipment handling speed, and adherence to safety protocols.* Phase 2: Technical Viva Voce & Oral Scrutiny (30% Marks Weightage) - Trade terminology, fault isolation, tool maintenance, service regulations, and professional communication.The **National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW)** is a statutory autonomous institution of the Government of Pakistan, operating under the aegis of the **Ministry of Human Rights**. Enacted under the NCSW Act 2012, the Commission serves as the primary national guardian and watchdog for women's socio-economic and legal empowerment, policy oversight, and legislative reforms. With its headquarters in China Chowk, Blue Area, Islamabad, the Commission collaborates closely with federal ministries, provincial governments, the judiciary, civil society organizations, and international bodies to champion gender equality across Pakistan.Employment at NCSW offers a highly rewarding, professional, and progressive working environment. Staff members contribute directly to policy formulation, legislative scrutiny, and high-impact human rights advocacy that shapes the future of the nation. The Commission provides stable career advancement, competitive basic pay scale benefits, comprehensive medical allowances, and a respectful workplace culture committed to professional excellence.| General Knowledge | 25% | 924 MCQs | |