Administrative Officer – Road Passenger Transport Authority WP

Administrative Officer – Road Passenger Transport Authority WP

Job Overview

The Western Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with administrative, management, and public sector operational experience to build a rewarding career within the transport administration sector in Sri Lanka.

The selected candidate will assist in institutional administration, staff coordination, policy implementation, documentation management, and operational supervision within the Authority.

Position Details

Job Title: Administrative Officer
Organization: Western Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority
Employment Type: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 01
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Salary Scale: JM 1-1 Rs. 72,650 – 10 x 1,360 – 18 x 2,040 – 122,970/-
Age Limit: 22 – 45 Years
Recruitment Method: Structured Interview
Application Closing Date: 15 June 2026

Company Overview

Western Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority functions under the Ministry of Provincial Roads, Transport, Co-operative Development and Trade, Housing and Construction, Estate Infrastructure, Industries and Rural Development – Western Province.

The Authority is responsible for regulating and improving passenger transport services within the Western Province while supporting efficient and sustainable public transportation systems.

Qualifications & Experience

External Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in:
  • Business Administration
  • Public Administration
  • Management
  • Commerce
  • Human Resource Management

AND

• Minimum one (01) year of experience in administration or management within a Government Department, Government Corporation, Board, or reputed commercial establishment

Internal Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Minimum five (05) years of satisfactory service experience in a Grade One post under the Management Assistant Service Category in a relevant field

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative and operational activities of the Authority
• Maintain institutional records, reports, and official documentation
• Assist in implementing administrative policies and procedures
• Support staff coordination and office management functions
• Handle correspondence and communication activities
• Assist in organizing meetings, schedules, and institutional events
• Ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations
• Support management with reporting and operational planning

Required Skills

• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities
• Knowledge of office management procedures
• Computer literacy and documentation handling skills
• Problem-solving and coordination capabilities
• Time management and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and within teams

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Scale: JM 1-1 Rs. 72,650 – 122,970/-
• Cost of Living Allowance of Rs. 17,800/-
• Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) benefits
• Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) benefits
• Approved institutional benefits as per circulars
• Opportunity to work in a recognized government transport authority

How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the qualifications should attach self-certified photocopies of educational and professional certificates together with the Grama Niladhari Certificate of Residence to a self-prepared application.

Applications should be sent by registered post to reach the following address on or before 15 June 2026:

Chairman
Western Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority
No. 89, “Rannagapaya”,
Kaduwela Road,
Battaramulla, Sri Lanka

Applicants should clearly mention the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Applicants employed in the public service should apply through their respective Sectional Heads.

Important Notes

• Applicants should be citizens of Sri Lanka
• Applicants should prove at least three (03) years of permanent residency within the Western Province
• Applicants should be physically and mentally fit
• Applicants should possess excellent character
• External applicants selected will be subject to a three-year probation period and the appointed age will be subject to one year’s acting period
• Employees will contribute 8% to EPF while the institution contributes 12%
• Employees will contribute 3% to ETF
• Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted
• Applications will not be acknowledged
• Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification

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