Sri Lanka Foundation Vacancies 2026 – Full Vacancy Details & How to Apply

The Sri Lanka Foundation (SLF) has officially announced new government job vacancies for 2026, inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens who are physically fit and of excellent moral character.

These vacancies provide excellent opportunities for senior management, middle management, and clerical-level candidates to secure permanent government-sector employment with attractive salary scales, EPF/ETF benefits, and long-term career stability.

Overview of Sri Lanka Foundation Vacancies 2026

Available Job Vacancies – Sri Lanka Foundation 2026

🔹 1. Director – Finance (HM 1-1)

Number of Vacancies: 01

Qualifications & Experience

External Candidates (any one):

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Management / Business Administration / Commerce / Accounts (UGC recognized)
   AND
   A Postgraduate Degree (Master’s) in the relevant field OR Associate Membership of a recognized professional chartered institute
   AND
   Minimum 15 years’ experience at managerial level in a Corporation, Statutory Board, Institution, or reputed private organization

OR

2. Full Membership of a recognized professional chartered institute in a related field
   AND
   Minimum 15 years’ managerial experience

Internal Candidates:

• Having the above qualifications OR
• Minimum 05 years satisfactory service in MM 1-1 Grade I in a relevant subject area

Age Limit: 35 – 55 years
(Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates)

Salary Scale

HM 1-1 – 2025:
Rs. 140,640 – 15 × 4,100 – Rs. 202,140

Key Responsibilities

• Overall financial management of Sri Lanka Foundation
• Preparation of annual financial statements & estimates
• Liaison with Internal Audit & Auditor General’s Department
• Supervision of Accounts, Supplies, Procurement & Stores divisions

Selection Method: Structured Interview

🔹 2. Hostels and Catering Manager (MM 1-1)

Number of Vacancies: 01

Qualifications & Experience

External Candidates (any one):

1. Special Degree in Management / Business Management or other relevant Bachelor’s Degree (UGC recognized)
   • 01 year post-qualifying experience

OR

2. Passed Intermediate Examination of a recognized professional chartered institute
   • 01 year post-qualifying experience

Internal Candidates:

• Same qualifications as external candidates OR
• Minimum 05 years satisfactory service in Junior Manager (JM) Category

Age Limit: 22 – 45 years

Salary Scale

MM 1-1 – 2025:
Rs. 91,690 – 10 × 2,480 – 15 × 3,450 – Rs. 168,240

Key Responsibilities

• Organizing and coordinating training programs
• Preparing annual logistic plans
• Supervising kitchen and hostel operations
• Monitoring all logistic arrangements

Selection Method:
Written Competitive Examination and/or Structured Interview

🔹 3. Management Assistant – Non-Technological (MA 1-1)

Number of Vacancies: 04

Qualifications

External Candidates:

• Passed G.C.E. O/L in one sitting with 06 subjects, including 04 credit passes:
  • Sinhala/Tamil
  • English
  • Mathematics
• Passed 03 subjects at G.C.E. A/L (excluding General Paper)

Internal Candidates:

• Employees in Primary Level (Skilled / Semi-Skilled / Unskilled) categories
• Same O/L qualifications as above
• Minimum 05 years satisfactory permanent service

Age Limit: 18 – 45 years
(Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates)

Salary Scale

MA 1-1 – 2025:
Rs. 46,220 – 10 × 540 – 7 × 630 – 4 × 890 – 20 × 1,190 – Rs. 83,390

Key Responsibilities

• Handling clerical and administrative duties
• Maintaining files, records, registers, and databases
• Managing official correspondence, emails, and data entry
• Assisting with financial records and office administration

Selection Method:
Written Competitive Examination and/or Structured Interview

Benefits & Conditions (Applicable to All Posts)

• Permanent appointments
• EPF: 10% employee contribution + 15% employer contribution
• ETF: 3% employer contribution
• Medical and welfare benefits as per SLF rules
• External recruits: 3-year probation period
• Internal recruits: 1-year trial period

How to Apply – Sri Lanka Foundation Vacancies 2026

📄 Application Procedure

• Applications must be made using the prescribed SLF specimen application
• Attach copies of:
  • Birth Certificate
  • Educational & Professional Certificates
  • Experience Certificates

✉ Submission Address

Chairman
Sri Lanka Foundation
No. 100, Sri Lanka Padanama Mawatha,
Independence Square,
Colombo 07

🗓 Closing Date

02 February 2026

📌 Applicants currently employed in Government / Semi-Government Institutions must apply through the Head of the Institution.
📌 If applying for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted.

Why Apply for Sri Lanka Foundation Jobs?

• Employment in a prestigious government institution
• Attractive management-level salary scales
• Strong job security & pension-linked benefits
• Opportunities to contribute to national education and human resource development
• Clear career progression paths