Administrative Officer – Sugarcane Research Institute

Administrative Officer – Sugarcane Research Institute

Job Overview

Sugarcane Research Institute is inviting applications for the post of Administrative Officer (JM 1-1) under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.

The selected candidate will serve at the Sugarcane Research Institute, Uda Walawe and will support administration, institutional coordination, and operational management activities.

Job Title

Administrative Officer – JM 1-1
01 Position

Organization

Sugarcane Research Institute

Location

Uda Walawe, Sri Lanka

Qualifications

External Candidates

Applicants should possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Public Administration
  • Business Administration
  • Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Commerce
  • or another relevant field recognized by the U.G.C.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 02 years of experience in:
  • Administration
  • Office management
  • Human resource management
  • Institutional coordination
  • Government or private sector administration

Internal Candidates

Applicants should possess:

• Relevant degree qualification

AND

• Minimum 05 years satisfactory service in a related post within the institute

Skills & Competencies

• Administrative and organizational skills
• Communication and interpersonal abilities
• Office coordination and documentation management
• Leadership and supervisory capabilities
• Computer literacy and report writing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Age Limit

For JM 1-1 Salary Category:

• Minimum Age: 22 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

JM 1-1 – 2025

• Salary Scale: Rs. 72,650 – 10×1,360 – 18×2,040 – 122,970/-

Salary placement will be according to Management Services Circular provisions.

Selection Method

Selection will be based on a structured interview.

Benefits

• Government approved allowances
• EPF & ETF contributions
• Medical benefits according to institute scheme
• Transport allowance/facilities
• Rent-free quarters subject to availability

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
• Relevant subject area

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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