Management Assistant

Job Overview

The University of Vocational Technology is seeking dependable, organized, and qualified individuals to fill the role of Management Assistant (Non-Technological). This permanent role provides critical administrative support, database management, and operational assistance across various departments within the university.

Position Details

• Position: Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

• Organization: University of Vocational Technology

• Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

• Job Category: O/L Qualified Jobs, A/L Qualified Jobs, HR & Administration, Government Jobs

Company Overview

Operating under the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, the University of Vocational Technology is a prominent public higher education institution in Sri Lanka. Located in Ratmalana, Colombo, the university is committed to providing standard-setting technical and vocational education programs, hosting technical training modules, and fostering essential skill sets required by contemporary job markets.

Qualifications & Experience

According to Vacancies_advertisement.pdf, candidates can apply under either the external or internal eligibility categories:

External Category

• Educational Qualifications: Must have passed the G.C.E. (O/L) examination in six (06) subjects in one sitting with credit passes for four (04) subjects including Sinhala/Tamil, English Language, and Mathematics.

• AND Must have passed three (03) subjects (other than the General Paper) at the G.C.E. (A/L) examination.

Internal Category

• Must be a confirmed employee who has completed at least five (05) years of satisfactory service in a permanent post at the university within the categories of primary level skilled, semi-skilled, or unskilled.

• AND Should have passed in at least six (06) subjects including Sinhala/Tamil, English Language or Literature, and Mathematics at not more than two sittings at the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level).

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day clerical tasks, manage official correspondence, and maintain university filing systems.

• Assist in drafting official letters, processing student registries, and maintaining institutional records.

• Provide administrative support to senior staff, program coordinators, and departmental heads.

• Manage data entry, retrieve institutional paperwork, and maintain office equipment or inventory logs.

• Coordinate front-desk services, respond to general public queries, and guide visitors.

Required Skills

• Proficient in general clerical duties, documentation management, and data organization.

• Good linguistic abilities in local languages and English to draft official communiqués.

• Basic computer literacy, including spreadsheet handling, word processing, and email communication.

• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with students, faculty members, and administrative personnel.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Scale: Salaries will be paid as per the provisions of Management Services Circular No. 06/2025 dated 25/03/2025.

• Salary Code: U-MN 1-2025

• Nature of Appointment: Permanent with entitlement to Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF).

• Additional Benefits: Government-approved allowances applicable to the university workforce system will be provided.

Important Notes

• Age Limit: Applicants must be not less than 18 years and not more than 45 years of age. The upper age limit will not apply to internal candidates.

• Nature of Post: This position is strictly non-transferable.

• Selection Procedure: Shortlisted candidates will be selected by a written competitive examination and/or a structured interview.

• Application Integrity: Incomplete or late applications will be systematically rejected.

• Any form of undue influence or personal canvassing to alter the recruitment process results in immediate disqualification.

How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates must download the prescribed official application forms from the University of Vocational Technology website. Duly completed application forms must be accompanied by certified copies of educational qualification certificates, proof of experience, and relevant achievements. The entire application set must be enclosed inside a sealed envelope with the name of the post applied for marked on the top left-hand corner.

Applicants currently serving in government departments, corporations, or statutory boards must attach an official letter from their current employer stating whether the applicant could be released from service if chosen. Applications must be hand-delivered or sent under registered cover to reach the university office on or before 21.07.2026.

Contact Information: Vice Chancellor, University of Vocational Technology, No. 100, Kandawala, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

Email: info@uovt.ac.lk

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