Finance Officer

Finance Officer – Ministry of Health & Mass Media

Job Overview

The Health System Enhancement Additional Financing Project (HSEP) under the Ministry of Health & Mass Media, funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is seeking applications for the position of Finance Officer on a full-time contract basis. The position is attached to the Project Management Unit (PMU) based in Colombo 08.

Position Details

Position: Finance Officer
Organization: Health System Enhancement Additional Financing Project (HSEP)
Ministry: Ministry of Health & Mass Media
Location: Colombo 08, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Project Funding: Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Project Value: USD 123 Million

Organization Overview

The Health System Enhancement Additional Financing Project is an ADB-funded initiative operating under the Ministry of Health & Mass Media. The project aims to strengthen healthcare systems and services across Sri Lanka. The initial contract period is one year and may be renewed based on performance and project requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must satisfy one of the following qualification pathways:

Option 1

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or a UGC-recognized equivalent qualification in a relevant field.

OR

• NVQ Level 7 qualification issued by a Technical/Vocational Training Institute accepted by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).

AND

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the relevant field.

Option 2

• NVQ Level 6 qualification issued by a Technical & Vocational Training Institute accepted by TVEC.

AND

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the relevant field.

Option 3

• NVQ Level 6 qualification issued by a Technical & Vocational Training Institute accepted by TVEC.

AND

• Minimum 9 years of experience in the relevant field.

Option 4

• NVQ Level 5 qualification issued by a Technical & Vocational Training Institute accepted by TVEC.

AND

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the Finance field.

Key Responsibilities

• Support financial management activities of the Project Management Unit.
• Maintain project financial records and documentation.
• Assist in budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with government, donor, and project financial procedures.
• Support procurement-related financial activities as required.

Required Skills

• Strong financial and accounting knowledge.
• Experience in finance-related operations.
• Analytical and reporting skills.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in financial systems.
• Ability to work independently and within project teams.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale:
Category F in accordance with the Management Services Circular No. 02/2026 dated 28.03.2026.

How to Apply

Submit:

• Completed application form
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of educational and professional certificates
• Experience certificates
• Names and contact details of two non-related referees

Important Notes

• Age should be below 54 years as of 06 July 2026.
• Applications must be submitted using the prescribed application form.
• The position applied for should be clearly indicated on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
• Late applications will not be considered.

Application Method

Application forms and further details can be downloaded from:

https://www.hsep.lk/

Applications should reach on or before 06 July 2026.

Postal Address:

Project Director
Health System Enhancement Project
3/19, Kynsey Road
Colombo 08, Sri Lanka

Email: careers.hsep@gmail.com (For E-Submissions)
Telephone: +94 11 2 697 173 / +94 11 2 056 535
Fax: +94 11 2 697 163

Job Category

• Finance Jobs
• Government Jobs
• Management Jobs
• Project Management Jobs
• Accounting Jobs
• Colombo District Jobs
• Contract Basis Jobs

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