Management Assistant (Clerical & Typing) – Sugarcane Research Institute

Management Assistant (Clerical & Typing) – Sugarcane Research Institute

Job Overview

Sugarcane Research Institute is inviting applications for the post of Management Assistant (Clerical & Typing) under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.

This government sector opportunity is suitable for candidates with clerical, typing, and office administration skills who are interested in working in a leading agricultural research institution in Sri Lanka.

The selected candidate will support office administration, typing, document preparation, record management, and institutional coordination activities at the Sugarcane Research Institute, Uda Walawe.

Job Title

Management Assistant (Clerical & Typing)

Organization

Sugarcane Research Institute

Job Type

Full Time – Government Sector

Workplace

Sugarcane Research Institute
Uda Walawe
Sri Lanka

Job Responsibilities

• Handle clerical and office administrative duties.
• Prepare and type official letters, reports, and institutional documents.
• Maintain files, records, and documentation systems accurately.
• Assist in office coordination and communication activities.
• Support institutional administrative and operational functions.
• Handle data entry and document processing tasks.
• Ensure proper maintenance of confidential records and office files.

Required Qualifications

External Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Passed G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination in six subjects at one sitting including:
  • Sinhala/Tamil
  • English Language
  • Mathematics

with credit passes for relevant subjects.

AND

• Passed at least three subjects at the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination excluding the General Test.

AND

• Typing and clerical qualifications from a recognized institution will be considered an added advantage.

Internal Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Required educational qualifications

AND

• Satisfactory service in a related post within the institute.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Typing experience in Sinhala and English
• Clerical or office administration experience
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of MS Office packages
• Data entry and document preparation skills

Skills & Competencies

• Clerical and typing skills
• Communication and coordination abilities
• Computer literacy
• Office administration knowledge
• Time management and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years

(Upper age limit will not apply to internal candidates and applicants from Government Departments, Corporations, and Statutory Boards.)

Salary Scale

Salary will be paid according to the approved Management Services Circular applicable to the post.

Government approved allowances will also be applicable.

Selection Method

Selection will be conducted through a structured interview.

Benefits

• Government approved allowances
• EPF & ETF contributions
• Medical benefits according to institute scheme
• Transport allowance/facilities
• Opportunity to work in a leading government research institution

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit:

• Prescribed application form
• Copies of educational and professional certificates
• Relevant supporting documents

Applications should be forwarded by registered post on or before:

Closing Date

08th June 2026

Applicants must clearly mention:

• The post applied for

on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Important Notes

• Government and semi-government employees should apply through Heads of Institutions.
• Incomplete applications may be rejected without notice.

Application Address

The Chairman
Sugarcane Research Institute
Uda Walawe

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