Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager – The Institution of Engineers

Job Overview

The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced professional for the position of Assistant Manager – Education. The successful candidate will support engineering degree recognition, qualification assessment, education-related administration, stakeholder coordination and quality management activities.

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Education
Organization: The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL)
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Management, Engineering & Technical, Teaching & Education, Private Jobs

Position Details

The Assistant Manager – Education will be responsible for supporting the Education Section of IESL in coordinating engineering degree recognition and qualification assessment processes, maintaining relevant documentation, coordinating with universities and stakeholders, and supporting education-related projects and administrative operations.

Age Requirement: 30–45 years at initial recruitment
Minimum Experience: 5 years in a related field
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university

Company Overview

The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) is a professional engineering institution in Sri Lanka involved in engineering education, professional development, engineering qualification recognition and accreditation-related activities.

The IESL headquarters is located at 120/15, Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Academic background in engineering.
• Knowledge or experience related to engineering education, qualification assessment, administration or coordination will be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with universities, evaluation panels and relevant stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering degree recognition and qualification assessment processes.
• Liaise with universities, evaluation panels and relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare committee agendas, minutes, reports and official correspondence.
• Ensure timely processing of applications while maintaining a high standard of stakeholder service.
• Assist in implementing and continuously improving education policies and procedures.
• Support quality management systems within the Education Section.
• Maintain ISO 9001 documentation and education-related records.
• Supervise the administrative operations of the Education Section.
• Support education-related projects and activities.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as assigned by the Management or Director of Education.

Required Skills

• Result-oriented approach with the right attitude.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• High degree of responsibility and accountability.
• Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage external relationships, partnerships and negotiations.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills.
• Good presentation and report preparation skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Ability to work late hours and weekends when required.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic Salary: Rs. 48,750
• Salary Increment: Rs. 1,000 × 12 + Rs. 1,200 × 12
• Transport Allowance: Rs. 8,000
• Cost of Living Allowance: Rs. 17,800
• Other applicable employment benefits and conditions will be provided according to the terms of employment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application indicating the names of two non-related referees along with copies of relevant certificates.

Applications should be sent by email to:

hr@iesl.lk

Copy to:

opr.mgr@iesl.lk

The applied position should be mentioned in the email subject line.

Applications may also be submitted by registered post to:

Chief Executive Officer/Executive Secretary
The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka
120/15, Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo 07.

Closing Date: 24 August 2026

Important Notes

• Applicants should meet the required educational and professional experience criteria.
• The age requirement is 30–45 years at initial recruitment.
• Two non-related referees should be included in the application.
• Copies of relevant certificates should be submitted.
• The selected candidate may be required to work late hours and weekends depending on operational requirements.
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka.

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