Management Assistant

Management Assistant – University of the Visual & Performing Arts

Job Overview

The University of the Visual and Performing Arts invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Management Assistant (Grade III). The position is part of the University’s non-academic vacancies, with applications accepted until 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.

Position Details

Job Title: Management Assistant (Grade III)
Organization: University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Not specified in the vacancy notice
Application Deadline: 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.
Selection Method: Written Test and Interview
Age Limit: 18 to 30 years

Company Overview

The University of the Visual and Performing Arts is a state university in Sri Lanka. Sinhala and English are the University’s official working languages. The University’s administrative address is at 21, Albert Crescent, Colombo 07.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Passed the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination in six subjects at one sitting.
• Obtained credit passes in:
  • Sinhala Language or Tamil Language
  • English Language or English Literature
  • Mathematics
• Passed all subjects at the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination, excluding the Common General Paper, at one sitting.
• For candidates following the old syllabus, passing three subjects at one sitting will be considered sufficient.
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess an acceptable qualification in computer applications of at least six months’ duration obtained from a recognized institute.
• Preference will also be given to candidates with two years of experience in using computer application packages.

Key Responsibilities

The vacancy notice does not provide a separate detailed list of duties and responsibilities for the Management Assistant position. The selected candidate will be appointed to the Management Assistant (Grade III) position at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of Sinhala or Tamil and English languages.
• General knowledge and communication abilities suitable for administrative work.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with computer application packages.
• Ability to work effectively in an administrative and university environment.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform duties responsibly and efficiently.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: UMN 1 (III) – Rs. 49,475.00 – 17 × Rs. 540 – Rs. 58,655.00 per month.

In addition to the basic salary, other allowances approved by the Government and the University Grants Commission will be paid.

How to Apply

Applicants should download the official application form from the University of the Visual and Performing Arts website and duly complete it.

The completed application should be sent by Registered Post to:

Senior Assistant Registrar / Non Academic Establishment
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
21, Albert Crescent
Colombo 07, Sri Lanka

A PDF copy of the application should also be sent to:

Email: nae.division@vpa.ac.lk

The post applied for must be clearly mentioned on the top left corner of the envelope.

Applications must reach the University on or before 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
• Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to effectively discharge the duties of the post.
• Applicants must possess excellent moral character.
• Applicants should be between 18 and 30 years of age.
• Sinhala and English are the official working languages of the University.
• Only photocopies of relevant certificates certified by the candidate should be attached to the application.
• Incomplete applications, late applications, applications not submitted in the prescribed format, applications without the post name on the envelope, and applications without required certified documents will be rejected.
• Applicants employed in the Public Service or Corporation Service should submit their applications through their respective Heads of Departments.
• Rejected applications will not be reconsidered.
• Selection will be made through a written test assessing Sinhala/Tamil and English language knowledge, intelligence quotient, general knowledge and computer literacy, followed by an interview.

Job Category: HR & Administration, Government Jobs

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