Arts Council of Sri Lanka Vacancies 2026

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for permanent vacancies at the Arts Council of Sri Lanka, which functions under the Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs.

1. Information & Communication Technology Assistant

Educational Qualification

Applicants should possess a proficiency certificate at a level not lower than NVQ Level 05 in a field related to Information and Communication Technology, issued by a technical or vocational training institution recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission.

Other Relevant Qualifications

• Website Design and Development
• Computer Graphic Design
• Proficiency in English / Tamil languages
• Relevant professional experience

2. Management Assistant (Non-Technical)

Qualifications for External Applicants

• Passed six subjects in one sitting at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination.
• Must have Credit passes in four subjects, including Sinhala or Tamil, Mathematics and English.
• Passed at least three subjects at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination, excluding the Common General Test.

Additional Qualifications

Skills and experience in computer usage, preparation of letters and reports, data collection and analysis, English/Tamil language proficiency, related knowledge and professional experience will be considered additional qualifications.

Internal Applicants

Eligible employees in the Primary Non-Skilled Service Category may also apply subject to the qualifications and service requirements stated in the official advertisement. Relevant computer word-processing/typewriting qualifications will be considered an additional qualification.

Age Limit

Applicants should be not less than 18 years and not more than 45 years as at the closing date. The upper age limit does not apply to employees of state corporations, boards or statutory bodies.

Method of Recruitment

Recruitment will be made through a structured interview.

Salary & Benefits

The salary scales are stated in accordance with Management Services Circular No. 01/2025. The initial salary step will take effect from 01 January 2027. Government-approved allowances as well as EPF and ETF benefits are applicable.

How to Apply

• Applications may be handwritten or typewritten clearly and legibly.
• Copies of relevant certificates and professional qualifications should be attached and certified by the applicant.
• If applying for more than one post, a separate application must be submitted for each post.
• The relevant post title should be written on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Applications from employees of state corporations, boards and statutory bodies should be forwarded through the respective Head of Institution.
• Completed applications must be sent only by registered post.