Management Assistant – Data Protection Authority of Sri Lanka

Job Overview

The Data Protection Authority of Sri Lanka (DPA), operating under the Ministry of Digital Economy and established through the Personal Data Protection Act No. 9 of 2022, is inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the post of Management Assistant.

This role is ideal for candidates with administrative experience who are interested in working within a modern government regulatory institution.

Job Title

Management Assistant

Company

Data Protection Authority of Sri Lanka (DPA)

Job Location

BMICH, Colombo 07

Job Type

Fixed-Term Contract (Initial 3 Years)

Job Description

The Management Assistant will support internal administrative operations and assist managerial staff in handling documentation, logistics, coordination, and organizational activities within the Authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist divisions in handling assigned internal processes
• Maintain documents and records systematically
• Support the organization of:
  • Seminars
  • Workshops
  • Field activities
  • Logistics and financing arrangements
• Perform additional duties assigned by senior management

Educational Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

G.C.E. Ordinary Level Requirements

• Passed G.C.E. O/L in one sitting
• Minimum six (06) subjects with four (04) credit passes including:
  • Sinhala or Tamil
  • English Language
  • Mathematics

G.C.E. Advanced Level Requirements

• Passed three (03) subjects at G.C.E. A/L
• General Paper will not be considered

Experience

• Minimum two (02) years of experience in a similar role within the public or private sector

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 45 Years

Age limit does not apply to applicants from public corporations, statutory boards, and fully government-owned companies.

Additional Requirements

Candidates should:

• Be citizens of Sri Lanka
• Be physically and mentally fit for duties
• Be willing to serve in any part of the island
• Possess excellent moral character
• Familiarity with the digital economy and social media will be considered an added advantage

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package
• EPF and ETF benefits
• Additional benefits provided by the Authority

Selection Method

Candidates will be selected through:

• Written examination
• Structured interview
• Merit-based evaluation

Secondment Opportunity

Eligible public sector officers may apply on secondment basis through their respective Ministries or Departments.

Initial secondment period:

• One (01) year
• Renewable based on performance and organizational requirements

How to Apply

Eligible applicants should send:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Names and contact details of non-related referees

Email Address:

hr@dpa.gov.lk

Please mention the post applied for in the email subject line.

Do not attach scanned certificates with the initial application.

Application Closing Date

18 May 2026

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