Management Assistant (MA) – National Institute of Plantations Management

Management Assistant (Non-Technological) – MA 1.1 (Grade III)

Job Overview

The National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM), under the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the post of Management Assistant (Non-Technological) – MA 1.1 (Grade III) on a permanent basis.

Position Details

Job Title: Management Assistant (Non-Technological)
Organization: National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM)
Grade: MA 1.1 (Grade III)
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Athurugiriya, Sri Lanka

Organization Overview

The National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM) is a government institution responsible for developing professional knowledge, management skills, and human resources for Sri Lanka’s plantation and related sectors.

Qualifications & Experience

External Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination in one sitting with credit passes for four subjects, including:
  • Sinhala/Tamil Language
  • Mathematics
  • English Language
• Passed three subjects (excluding the General Paper) at the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination.

Internal Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Passed the G.C.E. O/L examination with required credit passes.
• Completed a minimum of five (05) years of satisfactory service in a permanent post under the employee category of Primary Level – Skilled, Primary Level – Semi-skilled, or Primary Level – Unskilled.

Age Requirement

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years

The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clerical duties assigned by the institute.
• Maintain records, files, and documentation.
• Assist with office operations and institutional activities.
• Support various administrative functions within the organization.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth operations.

Required Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Organizational and administrative capabilities.
• Basic computer literacy and office management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a government institutional environment.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale

MA 1.1 Salary Scale:

Rs. 46,220 – 10×540 – 7×630 – 4×890 – 20×1,190 – 83,390

Starting Salary

Rs. 43,312 per month

Additional Benefits

• Government-approved allowances
• Permanent government-sector employment benefits
• Annual salary increments according to the approved salary scale

Selection Method

Candidates will be selected through:

• Written Competitive Examination and/or
• Interview conducted by a professional interview panel

How to Apply

Send a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) together with:

• Names and addresses of two non-related referees
• Copies of relevant educational certificates

Applications should be forwarded by registered post to:

Director / Chief Executive Officer
National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM)
M.D.H. Jayawardena Mawatha
Athurugiriya
Sri Lanka

Telephone: 011-2770232

Application Deadline

30 June 2026

Important Notes

• The position applied for should be clearly marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Public sector employees should submit applications through the Heads of their respective institutions.
• Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
• Only applicants who submit complete applications will be eligible for the written examination and/or interview.

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