Director – Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital

Director – Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital

Job Overview

Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital is inviting applications from qualified and experienced medical professionals for the prestigious position of Director. This senior leadership role is ideal for Medical Officers or Dental Surgeons with extensive experience in medical administration and leadership within the healthcare sector.

The selected candidate will oversee hospital administration, institutional management, healthcare operations, and strategic development activities while ensuring efficient delivery of healthcare services.

Position Details

Job Title: Director
Organization: Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Salary Code: SL 03
Salary Scale: Rs. 210,000 – 12 x 6,530 – 288,360/- per month
Effective Date of Salary Scale: 01 January 2027
Preferred Age Limit: Below 55 Years
Application Closing Date: 15 June 2026

Company Overview

Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital is one of Sri Lanka’s leading government healthcare institutions, providing specialized medical services, advanced treatments, and patient care facilities.

Located in Thalapathpitiya, Nugegoda, the hospital plays a significant role in the national healthcare system while offering modern medical services, specialist treatments, and administrative healthcare leadership opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

• Qualification as a Medical Officer or Dental Surgeon

AND

• MD in Senior Medical Administration granted by the Postgraduate Institute of Medicine (PGIM), University of Colombo

Experience Required

• Minimum seven (07) years of experience in Medical Administration

Selection Procedure

• Selection will be based on a structured interview conducted according to a marking scheme approved by the Public Service Commission

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee overall hospital administration and institutional management
• Supervise healthcare operations and medical administrative functions
• Ensure effective delivery of medical and patient care services
• Develop and implement healthcare management strategies
• Coordinate with medical staff, administrative teams, and governing authorities
• Monitor institutional performance and operational standards
• Support policy implementation and healthcare service improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with government healthcare regulations and standards

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and healthcare management abilities
• Extensive knowledge of medical administration practices
• Strategic planning and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Problem-solving and operational management capabilities
• Organizational and supervisory skills
• Ability to manage healthcare institutions effectively under pressure

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Scale: Rs. 210,000 – 288,360/- per month
• Monthly allowances approved by the Hospital Board
• Furnished bungalow accommodation
• Official vehicle provided
• Provident Fund benefits
• Permanent employment opportunity in a leading government hospital

How to Apply

Applicants should send their applications together with:

• Full Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Names of two (02) non-related referees

Applications should be forwarded to:

Chairman
Department Procurement Committee
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
Thalapathpitiya,
Nugegoda, Sri Lanka

Government sector applicants should forward applications through the Heads of their respective institutions along with a certificate confirming that the applicant can be released if selected for the appointment.

The post applied for should be clearly marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Important Notes

• Selected candidate should be prepared to assume duties at short notice
• Selected candidate should occupy the quarters provided within the hospital premises
• The Hospital Board reserves the right to make or not make an appointment
• Incomplete applications may be rejected
• Closing Date for Applications: 15 June 2026

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