Management Assistant | Assistant Director

Management Assistant | Assistant Director – Sri Lanka Accreditation Board

Job Overview

The Sri Lanka Accreditation Board for Conformity Assessment (SLAB), operating under the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, invites applications from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for vacancies in accreditation, finance and administration.

The advertised positions include Assistant Director (Accreditation), Assistant Director (Finance) and Management Assistant (Non-Technological). These government-sector opportunities are suitable for qualified graduates, finance professionals and candidates with the required educational qualifications and computer application training.

Organization: Sri Lanka Accreditation Board for Conformity Assessment (SLAB)

Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Job Type: Government Employment

Job Categories: Government Jobs, Management, Accounting & Finance, HR & Administration, O/L Qualified Jobs

Application Deadline: 06 November 2026

Recruitment Method: Written competitive examination and/or structured interview

Position Details

1. Assistant Director (Accreditation)

• Number of Vacancies: 5
• Salary Grade: MM 1-1
• Salary Scale: Rs. 91,690 – 10 × Rs. 2,480 – 15 × Rs. 3,450 – Rs. 168,240
• Age Limit: 22–45 years for external candidates. The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.
• Employment Type: Government-sector employment

2. Assistant Director (Finance)

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Salary Grade: MM 1-1
• Salary Scale: Rs. 91,690 – 10 × Rs. 2,480 – 15 × Rs. 3,450 – Rs. 168,240
• Age Limit: 22–45 years for external candidates. The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.
• Employment Type: Government-sector employment

3. Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Salary Grade: MA 1-2
• Salary Scale: Rs. 46,220 – 10 × Rs. 540 – 7 × Rs. 630 – 12 × Rs. 1,080 – 12 × Rs. 1,280 – Rs. 84,350
• Age Limit: 18–45 years for external candidates. The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.
• Employment Type: Government-sector employment

Organization Overview

The Sri Lanka Accreditation Board for Conformity Assessment (SLAB) is Sri Lanka’s national accreditation authority, established under Act No. 32 of 2005.

SLAB is responsible for accrediting testing and calibration laboratories, medical laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, and validation and verification bodies involved in conformity assessment.

The organization operates under the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development.

Organization Name: Sri Lanka Accreditation Board for Conformity Assessment

Address: No. 44, Dedicated Economic Center, Narahenpita, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka

Industry: Accreditation, Testing, Inspection and Conformity Assessment

Qualifications & Experience

Assistant Director (Accreditation)

External Candidates

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Medical Laboratory Sciences or Engineering recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
• At least one year of post-qualifying experience in accreditation, conformity assessment, systems auditing or related activities in the Public Service, a Corporation, Statutory Board, Institution or a reputed private institution.

Internal Candidates

Applicants must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• Possess the qualifications and experience required for external candidates; or
• Have completed at least five years of satisfactory service in a relevant post in the Junior Manager (JM 1-1) category.

Assistant Director (Finance)

External Candidates

Applicants must satisfy one of the following qualification pathways:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Financial Management, Business Administration, Business Management or Commerce recognized by the UGC, together with at least one year of post-qualifying experience in a relevant field; or
• Have passed the Intermediate Examination of a recognized professional chartered institute in a subject area relevant to the position, together with at least one year of post-qualifying experience in a relevant field.

Internal Candidates

Applicants must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• Possess the qualifications and experience required for external candidates; or
• Have completed at least five years of satisfactory service in a relevant post in the Junior Manager (JM) category.

Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

External Candidates

Applicants must satisfy all the following requirements:

• Have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination in one sitting, with credit passes in four subjects, including Sinhala or Tamil, English and Mathematics.
• Have passed three subjects in Science, Mathematics, Technology or Commerce at the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination in one sitting, excluding the General Paper.
• Have completed a six-month Certificate Course in Computer Applications from a recognized institute.

Internal Candidates

Employees in the Primary Level – Skilled, Primary Level – Semi-Skilled or Primary Level – Unskilled categories may apply if they satisfy all the following requirements:

• Have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination, with credit passes in four subjects, including Sinhala or Tamil, English and Mathematics.
• Have completed at least five years of satisfactory service in a permanent post under the relevant employee category.
• Have completed a six-month Certificate Course in Computer Applications from a recognized institute.

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Director (Accreditation)

• Supporting accreditation and conformity assessment activities.
• Assisting with assessments of testing and calibration laboratories and other conformity assessment bodies.
• Supporting systems auditing and related technical activities.
• Reviewing accreditation documentation and maintaining relevant records.
• Assisting with the implementation of applicable accreditation procedures and standards.
• Coordinating technical assessments and related administrative activities.

Assistant Director (Finance)

• Supporting financial management and accounting activities.
• Assisting with financial reporting, budgeting and expenditure monitoring.
• Maintaining financial records and supporting documentation.
• Supporting compliance with financial regulations and internal procedures.
• Coordinating finance-related activities with relevant departments.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of financial information.

Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

• Providing clerical and administrative support.
• Maintaining office records and correspondence.
• Assisting with data entry and computer-based office activities.
• Preparing and organizing documents and reports.
• Supporting routine administrative functions.
• Carrying out other duties assigned by authorized officers.

Required Skills

Assistant Director (Accreditation)

• Knowledge of science, medical laboratory sciences or engineering.
• Understanding of accreditation and conformity assessment.
• Analytical and documentation skills.
• Attention to detail and professional communication.
• Ability to work with technical teams and assessment documentation.

Assistant Director (Finance)

• Accounting and financial management knowledge.
• Analytical and numerical skills.
• Financial reporting and documentation skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to follow financial procedures and regulations.

Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

• Computer application skills.
• Basic office administration and clerical skills.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Data entry and recordkeeping.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Salary & Benefits

Assistant Director (Accreditation) and Assistant Director (Finance)

• Salary Scale: Rs. 91,690 – 10 × Rs. 2,480 – 15 × Rs. 3,450 – Rs. 168,240.
• Government-approved allowances.
• Employer EPF contribution of 15%.
• Employer ETF contribution of 3%.
• Agrahara medical insurance.

Management Assistant (Non-Technological)

• Salary Scale: Rs. 46,220 – 10 × Rs. 540 – 7 × Rs. 630 – 12 × Rs. 1,080 – 12 × Rs. 1,280 – Rs. 84,350.
• Government-approved allowances.
• Employer EPF contribution of 15%.
• Employer ETF contribution of 3%.
• Agrahara medical insurance.

Remuneration for recruitments and promotions up to 01 January 2027 will be governed by Schedule II of Management Services Department Circular No. 01/2025, as stated in the recruitment notice.

Probation and Confirmation

External candidates appointed to the relevant positions will be subject to a three-year probation period and must complete the first Efficiency Bar Examination, subject to satisfactory performance and conduct. Internal candidates already confirmed in a post at SLAB will be subject to a one-year acting period.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must complete the online application through the prescribed SLAB application process.

After completing the online application form, a copy will be sent to the applicant’s email address. Applicants must print the completed form and submit it by registered post together with certified copies of documents verifying their qualifications.

Both online application submission and submission of the printed application by registered post are mandatory.

Postal Address

The Chairman
Sri Lanka Accreditation Board for Conformity Assessment
No. 44, Dedicated Economic Center
Narahenpita, Colombo 05
Sri Lanka

Applicants must clearly state the position applied for on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Application Deadline: 06 November 2026

Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will be rejected. Travelling expenses will not be reimbursed.

Important Notes

• The recruitment includes five vacancies for Assistant Director (Accreditation), one vacancy for Assistant Director (Finance) and one vacancy for Management Assistant (Non-Technological).
• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
• Candidates must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties and serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
• Applicants must possess excellent moral character.
• Internal applicants must satisfy the specified service and qualification requirements.
• Recruitment will be conducted through a written competitive examination and/or a structured interview.
• Applicants must complete the online application and submit the printed application with certified supporting documents by registered post.
• Applications received after 06 November 2026 or submitted incomplete will be rejected.
• Salary scales and benefits are subject to the applicable government circulars and service conditions.

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