Programme Assistant

Programme Assistant – National Child Protection Authority

Job Overview

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) is inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the position of Programme Assistant (MA 3).

Job Title: Programme Assistant (MA 3)
Organization: National Child Protection Authority
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Government Jobs, NGO & Development, HR & Administration
Number of Vacancies: 02
Closing Date: 24 August 2026

Position Details

The Programme Assistant will support the planning, coordination and implementation of programmes and activities carried out by the National Child Protection Authority.

The position is classified under the MA 3 salary grade and offers 02 vacancies.

Company Overview

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) is a statutory authority responsible for child protection matters in Sri Lanka.

Address:
National Child Protection Authority
No. 330, Thalawathugoda Road
Madiwela
Sri Jayawardenepura
Sri Lanka

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Health Promotion or any other relevant field recognized by the University Grants Commission.
• A one-year Diploma relevant to children recognized by the University Grants Commission is preferred.

The qualification should be from a recognized university or higher education institution as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

The Programme Assistant will be expected to:

• Assist in planning and coordinating programmes of the National Child Protection Authority.
• Support the implementation of child protection-related programmes and activities.
• Assist in coordinating programme activities with relevant officers and stakeholders.
• Maintain programme-related records, documents and reports.
• Assist in preparing programme schedules, correspondence and administrative documents.
• Support monitoring and follow-up activities related to assigned programmes.
• Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, awareness programmes and other related activities.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to programme officers.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Authority in relation to programme activities.

Required Skills

Candidates should possess:

• Good knowledge of sociology, social sciences, health promotion or a relevant field.
• Good understanding of child-related programmes and social development activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good coordination and organizational abilities.
• Report-writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with different stakeholders.
• Good computer literacy.
• Ability to work responsibly with sensitive information.
• Teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: MA 3 – 01/2025

Salary: Rs. 53,940 – 10 × Rs. 800 – 11 × Rs. 1,190 – 10 × Rs. 1,320 – 5 × Rs. 1,350 – Rs. 94,980 per month.

Basic Salary as at 01 January 2027: Rs. 53,940.

Other Benefits

• Government-approved Cost of Living Allowance.
• 12% contribution to EPF by the Authority.
• 3% contribution to ETF by the Authority.
• Other applicable benefits according to the relevant conditions of service.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete the prescribed application form and submit it together with:

• Certified copy of the Birth Certificate.
• Copy of NIC/Passport.
• Certified copies of educational and professional qualifications.
• Documents proving relevant experience, where applicable.
• Names, addresses and contact details of two non-related referees.

A separate application should be submitted for each position if applying for more than one vacancy.

Applications should be sent only by registered post to:

Chairman
National Child Protection Authority
No. 330, Thalawathugoda Road
Madiwela
Sri Jayawardenepura
Sri Lanka

Applications should reach the above address on or before 24 August 2026.

The post applied for and the preferred examination medium (Sinhala/Tamil/English) should be clearly marked on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
• Number of Vacancies: 02.
• Applicants should be not less than 23 years and not more than 45 years of age. The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Health Promotion or another relevant field recognized by the UGC is required.
• A one-year Diploma relevant to children recognized by the UGC is preferred.
• Applicants should have excellent moral character and be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the post.
• Selected candidates may be required to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
• Applications must include certified copies of the required certificates and documents.
• Two non-related referees should be provided.
• Separate applications should be submitted when applying for more than one position.
• The preferred examination medium should be stated as Sinhala, Tamil or English.
• Recruitment will be carried out through a written competitive examination and/or Structured Interview by a panel appointed by the appointing authority.
• Incomplete or illegible applications and applications that do not comply with the prescribed requirements may be rejected.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Closing Date: 24 August 2026.

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