Karachi میں EPI Sindh Jobs 2026 – Union Council Immunization Officers (UCIO) – 302 Posts کی نوکری – Directorate of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Health Department, Government of Sindh

Directorate of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Health Department, Government of Sindh · Karachi, Pakistan

EPI SINDH JOBS 2026 – UNION COUNCIL IMMUNIZATION OFFICERS (UCIO) – 302 POSTS INTRODUCTION The Directorate of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Health Department, Government of Sindh has announced a major recruitment drive for Union Council Immunization Officers (UCIOs). A total of 302 contractual posts are available for male and female candidates in the districts of Karachi and Hyderabad. If you've been looking for a field-based public health job with the Government of Sindh, this is a strong opportunity to consider. These EPI Sindh Jobs 2026 are being filled under the EPI-PEI Synergy to improve vaccination coverage among eligible population groups and to support the eradication of Polio. Selected officers will work in their concerned Union Council, Town and District, and they'll earn a monthly salary of PKR 70,000 plus a PKR 10,000 mobility allowance. Applications are invited online only, and the last date to apply is 20 November 2026. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION / PROGRAMME The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Sindh works under the Health Department, Government of Sindh, with its directorate office at Ex-I & I Depot, Rafiqui Shaheed Road, Near Jinnah Hospital, Karachi Cantt. According to the advertisement, this hiring is being carried out under the EPI-PEI Synergy in order to enhance the vaccination rate among eligible population groups and eradicate Polio. The Project Director, EPI Sindh Karachi has invited applications from suitable candidates who hold a valid local domicile of the concerned Town / District. JOB OVERVIEW The office of EPI Sindh is hiring contractual Union Council Immunization Officers (UC-IOs) for Karachi Division and Hyderabad. Routine Immunization (R.I) activities and Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIAs) will be the primary responsibilities of these officers. It's a full-time field position for an initial contract of one year, renewable subject to performance and program needs (availability of funds). Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant experience in public health, immunization programs or community-based health initiatives will be preferred. Advertisement Reference: INF-KRY/4941/2026 (published in Dawn, Sunday, 1 November 2026) VACANT POSTS S.No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Qualification | Experience | Age Limit | Pay / Salary | BPS 1 | Union Council Immunization Officer (UCIO) | 302 | Bachelor of Science in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, BS Nutrition and Dietetics, BSc Nursing, Pharm-D, DPT, BS Molecular Biology / Molecular Medicine, BSc Biotechnology / Biosciences, BSc Microbiology, BSc Psychology, or BSc Food Science & Technology | Preferably 1–2 years in community-based health initiatives, outreach activities, field surveys or public health programs (particularly EPI / immunization campaigns) | Maximum 28 years as of 20 November 2026; age relaxation of 05 years as per Government Rules / policy | PKR 70,000 plus PKR 10,000 mobility allowance per month | Not Mentioned in Advertisement District-Wise Distribution of Posts S.No | Division | District | No. of Positions 1 | Karachi | Central | 35 2 | Karachi | East | 23 3 | Karachi | Keamari | 28 4 | Karachi | Korangi | 29 5 | Karachi | Malir | 23 6 | Karachi | South | 22 7 | Karachi | West | 01 8 | Hyderabad | Hyderabad | 141 Total | 302 Karachi Division accounts for 161 positions across its seven districts, while Hyderabad District alone has 141 positions. JOB DETAILS Organization | Directorate of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Health Department, Government of Sindh Job Sector | Government Job Type | Full-time field position Country | Pakistan Province | Sindh City | Karachi & Hyderabad (job location will be the concerned Union Council / Town / District) Education | Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing, Pharm-D, DPT or other listed disciplines; Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) is preferable Experience | Preferably 1–2 years of relevant experience in community-based health initiatives, outreach activities, field surveys or public health / immunization programs Gender | Male / Female Age Limit | Maximum 28 years as of 20 November 2026 (age relaxation of 05 years as per Government Rules / policy) Salary | PKR 70,000 plus PKR 10,000 mobility allowance per month Employment Type | Contract – purely contract based for 01 year, renewable subject to performance and program needs (availability of funds) Application Method | Online through the SZABIST UCIO Phase II application portal Application Fee | PKR 1,800 per application (Non-Refundable) Newspaper | Dawn Advertisement Date | 1 November 2026 Application Deadline | 20 November 2026 (11:59 PM PST) ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - Education: Bachelor of Science in Public Health; Bachelor of Science in Health Education; Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion; BS in Nutrition and Dietetics; Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D); Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); BS Molecular Biology / Molecular Medicine; Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology / Biosciences; Bachelor of Science in Microbiology; Bachelor of Science in Psychology; or Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology. A Master's degree in Public Health is preferable. - Preferable Qualification: Master's degree in Public Health (MPH). - Experience: Preferably 1–2 years of experience in community-based health initiatives, outreach activities, field surveys, or public health programs, particularly in the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), or immunization campaigns such as Polio (OPV/IPV), Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV), Measles-Rubella (MR), and HPV. Experience may include internships, contractual assignments, structured outreach activities, field surveys, or field attachments. Sufficient proof is needed. - Local Domicile Requirement: The candidate must possess a valid local domicile of the concerned Town / District, with demonstrated familiarity with the local geography, population dynamics, and community structures. - Age Limit: The maximum age limit shall be 28 years as of 20 November 2026. Age relaxation of 05 years is admissible as per Government Rule / policy. - Gender: Both male and female candidates can apply. - Required Competencies and Skills: Strong understanding of routine immunization (EPI), polio eradication and public health principles; ability to assess field performance and provide constructive feedback; strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills; ability to analyze data and translate findings into action; ability to work independently in complex urban environments; basic computer and reporting skills. Proficiency in local languages and familiarity with the Karachi and Hyderabad context is preferred. HOW TO APPLY Applications for these UCIO posts are accepted online only through the designated SZABIST UCIO Phase II application portal. Follow these steps: - Visit the online application form at https://szabist.edu.pk/ucio2026/Index.aspx (or scan the QR code given in the original advertisement). - Carefully fill out the online application form and select your district. - Upload the required documents, including your CNIC, recent photograph, academic degree / transcript, domicile and relevant experience certificate. - Before making any payment, carefully check your eligibility, district selection, personal details and documents, because the fee is non-refundable. - Pay the application processing fee of PKR 1,800 (Non-Refundable) through Bank Alfalah Account No. 303001009232433, IBAN No. PK81ALFH0303001009232433, and upload the proof of payment with your online application. Applications without payment confirmation will not be processed. - Select your preferred test center — Karachi, Hyderabad, or Gharo — while submitting the application. - Submit the final application online before the deadline. No hard copy submissions will be accepted. APPLICATION DEADLINE The last date to submit the online application is 20 November 2026 (11:59 PM PST). The tentative written test date is 20 December 2026. The test will be conducted in a computer-based format at SZABIST campuses, and shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and SMS. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS - Applicants who are currently employed in government service on a regular, contractual, or daily-wage basis must apply through the proper channel and submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of application. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of their application. - Candidates who applied in Phase-I but were unsuccessful, including those who did not qualify in the previous test, may apply again provided they meet the current eligibility criteria. A fresh application and payment of the prescribed fee are required. - The application processing fee of PKR 1,800 per application is non-refundable. Proof of payment must be uploaded with the online application; applications without payment confirmation will not be processed. - Candidates must check their eligibility, district selection, personal details and documents before making the payment. - These positions are purely contractual. Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant experience in public health, immunization programs, or community-based health initiatives will be preferred. - Incomplete applications, incorrect information, or submissions after the deadline will not be entertained. - No hard copy submissions will be accepted. OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT This recruitment was announced by the Project Director, EPI Sindh Karachi through advertisement No. INF-KRY/4941/2026, published in the Daily Dawn on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Candidates are advised to review the original advertisement carefully before applying. For queries, the EPI Sindh office can be contacted at Phone: 021-35223546, Fax: 021-35223545, or Email: episindh@gmail.com. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) Q1: How many Union Council Immunization Officer posts are announced in EPI Sindh Jobs 2026? A total of 302 posts are announced — 161 in Karachi Division (Central 35, East 23, Keamari 28, Korangi 29, Malir 23, South 22, West 01) and 141 in Hyderabad District. Q2: What qualification is required for UCIO jobs? You need a Bachelor's degree in one of the listed disciplines, such as Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing, Pharm-D, DPT, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Psychology, or Food Science & Technology. A Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) is preferable. Q3: How can I apply for EPI Sindh UCIO Jobs 2026? You can apply online only through the SZABIST UCIO Phase II application portal at szabist.edu.pk/ucio2026/Index.aspx. No hard copy submissions will be accepted. Q4: What is the application fee and how do I pay it? The application processing fee is PKR 1,800 per application and it is non-refundable. It is payable through Bank Alfalah Account No. 303001009232433 (IBAN: PK81ALFH0303001009232433), and the proof of payment must be uploaded with the online application. Q5: What is the last date to apply? The last date to submit the online application is 20 November 2026 (11:59 PM PST). Q6: What is the salary and contract period for UCIOs? The salary is PKR 70,000 plus a PKR 10,000 mobility allowance per month. The position is purely contract based for 01 year, renewable subject to performance and program needs (availability of funds). Q7: When will the test be held? The tentative written test date is 20 December 2026. The test will be computer-based and held at SZABIST campuses; you can choose Karachi, Hyderabad, or Gharo as your preferred test center. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and SMS. CONCLUSION These EPI Sindh Jobs 2026 offer a valuable chance for public health graduates to join the Government of Sindh's immunization program as Union Council Immunization Officers. With 302 posts, a clear salary package, and postings in your own district across Karachi and Hyderabad, it's well worth applying if you meet the eligibility criteria. Don't wait for the last day — complete your online application, pay the prescribed fee, and submit everything before 20 November 2026.

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