Assistant Commissioner (IT) – Welfare Benefits Board

📌 Job Description

The Welfare Benefits Board under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development is inviting applications for:

👉 Assistant Commissioner of Welfare (IT) – Grade II (MM 1-1)

This is a high-level government IT position based at the Colombo Head Office, offering strong career growth in the public sector.

🏢 Organization

Welfare Benefits Board (WBB)

📍 Job Location

Colombo, Sri Lanka

🔢 Number of Vacancies

✅ 01 Post Available

🎯 Job Overview

This role focuses on IT systems, software, and digital transformation within the Welfare Benefits Board, supporting national welfare programs.

🧾 Key Responsibilities (Overview)

• Manage and support IT-related operations
• Contribute to system development and implementation
• Ensure smooth functioning of IT infrastructure
• Support digital services and government IT systems

(Responsibilities inferred based on role category and IT designation in the official notice)

🎓 Qualifications & Requirements

✅ External Candidates

✔ Option 1:

• Degree in:
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • OR relevant IT field (UGC recognized)

✔ PLUS

• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience

✔ Option 2:

• NVQ Level 7 certification (IT-related)
• Minimum 1 year experience in:
  • Public sector OR
  • Corporation / Statutory Board OR
  • Reputed private institution

✅ Internal Candidates

• Same qualifications OR
• Minimum 5 years service in Junior Manager (JM) category

🎂 Age Limit

• 22 – 45 years
• No upper limit for internal candidates

💰 Salary & Benefits

• Salary Scale: Rs. 91,690 – 168,240/month 💰
• Basic Salary (2026): Rs. 81,710/month
• Government allowances + communication facilities
• EPF contributions included
• Permanent government position (after probation)

📝 Recruitment Process

• Selection based on interview performance (merit basis)

📩 How to Apply

📮 Send application via registered post with:

• Completed application form
• Copies of certificates

📍 Address:
Commissioner
Welfare Benefits Board
J.R. Jayawardena Centre
No. 191, Dharmapala Mawatha
Colombo 07

📅 Closing Date: 11 May 2026

📌 Mention the post on top-left corner of envelope

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