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Hiring of Network Support Engineer

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Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: PK-SPA-565679-CS-INDV

This is a consulting contract in the social protection and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Banking. Located in Pakistan, Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before August 24, 2026.

Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for consulting in the social protection sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

**Project:** Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh

 

 

Project Management & Implementation Unit

Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh

Sindh Social Protection Authority

Social Protection Department

Government of Sindh

 

 

 

 

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

 

Assignment Title: Selection of Individual Consultant

 

Credit No.: IDA / 7229-PK

 

The Government of Sindh (herein after called Borrower) has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) (the Bank) in the form of a credit (hereinafter called credit) towards the cost of strengthening social protection system in Sindh.

 

The Project Director, Project Management & Implementation Unit, Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh and it is intended to apply part of the proceeds of this credit for payments to the following “Individual Consultant Services” to be procured under this project.

 

The consulting services to be procured on purely contractual basis are as follows:

 

Sr.

Name of Position

Qualification

Experience

1

Network Support Engineer

(Nos. 01)

  • Minimum sixteen (16) years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Network Engineering or another relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
  • Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience in network administration, network support or IT infrastructure support.
  • Experience in installation and maintenance of LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
  • Practical experience with managed switches, routers, wireless access points and structured network cabling.
  • Exposure to cloud networking (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud or similar) will be considered an advantage.
  • Experience working in public sector organizations or donor-funded projects will be considered an asset.

 

Skills:

  • Sound understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts, subnetting, VLANs, DHCP, DNS and routing fundamentals.
  • Basic knowledge of firewalls, VPNs and network security principles.
  • Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve common network connectivity issues.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prepare technical documentation and maintain accurate records.
  • Good communication skills in English and Urdu; knowledge of Sindhi will be an advantage.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

 

Interested applicants must send their Expression of Interest / Applications along with their detailed updated Curriculum Vitae highlighting qualifications and experience in carrying out similar assignments including references for possible checks, along with attested copies of CNIC, degrees/certificates, transcripts and experience certificates from previous organizations on the address below either by registered courier services or by email at hr@sspa.gos.pk with the subject line clearly mentioning the position applied for on or before August 24, 2026.

 

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” (November 2020) (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

 

The Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants method set out in the Procurement Regulations of the World Bank for IPF Borrowers (November 2020) available on www.worldbank.org. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours i.e. 1000 to 1700 hours. The detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) for the aforementioned position can be obtained from the website: www.sspa.gos.pk/procurement

 

 

 

Procurement Specialist

Project Management & Implementation Unit

Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System Sindh (SSPDS),

Sindh Social Protection Authority, Govt. of Sindh

155-N, Main Khayaban-e-Muslim, Phase 6, DHA, Karachi (Sindh) Pakistan

Tel: 92-021-3525091

 

 

 

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 13, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00462300. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh

Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh has issued 20 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 6 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Transport & Logistics, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Pakistan. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 13, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Strengthening Social Protection Delivery System in Sindh in Pakistan. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Social Protection & Welfare sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Pakistan. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00462300 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 24, 2026. You have 9 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

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Key Details

Submission Deadline
Aug 24, 2026
9 days remaining
Contract Type
Consulting
Eligibility
Individual Consultants
Language
English
Reference
OP00462300

Source

w
world_bank
Official Source

Contracting Authority

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