📢 Vacancy Announcement

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), through its Public Assistance Department, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for engagement as Vocational Training Instructors (External) – 2027.

Selected instructors will conduct vocational training programmes in their respective fields. Candidates should have appropriate professional qualifications, relevant experience and the ability to impart practical knowledge to trainees.

Advertisement Date: 08 October 2026

Closing Date: Not specified in the vacancy advertisement.

📚 Available Training Courses

Applications are invited for the following nine training courses:

The figures above are those indicated alongside the respective courses in the official advertisement.

💰 Payment / Allowance

Selected vocational training instructors will receive an allowance of Rs. 3,800 per training day.

• One training day consists of 7 hours.
• Payment is specified on a per-day basis.
• This is an external instructor engagement.

🎓 Eligibility and Qualifications

1. Age Requirement

Applicants must be between 21 and 65 years of age on the closing date of applications.

2. Physical and Personal Qualifications

• Be physically and mentally fit to perform the assigned duties.
• Possess a good personality.
• Have the ability to teach effectively.

3. Educational Qualifications

Applicants must have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in one sitting, with passes in six subjects, including a language (Sinhala, Tamil or English) and Mathematics, with proficiency in two other subjects.

Applicants must also have passed the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in at least three subjects in a single sitting, excluding the General Knowledge Test.

4. Professional Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• A Diploma Certificate or qualification at NVQ Level 4, Level 5 or an equivalent or higher level relevant to the respective training course, awarded by a government-recognized institution.
• The ability to impart knowledge and practical skills relating to the relevant subject within the specified training period.

5. Professional Experience

Applicants should possess at least two years of relevant work experience.

6. Other Requirements

• Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Must be of good character and conduct.
• All required qualifications must have been completed by the closing date specified for applications.

📝 Selection Procedure

Selection will be made through an interview.

Applicants must also make a short presentation related to their relevant subject during the selection process.

📋 Contract and Training Period

The duration of training courses may vary depending on the respective programme.

A separate agreement will be entered into with the Colombo Municipal Council for each relevant training period.

The final decision regarding engagement of selected applicants rests with the Municipal Commissioner.

📮 How to Apply

1. Complete the prescribed specimen application form attached to the official advertisement.
2. Fill in all requested information accurately.
3. Attach copies of the necessary educational and professional certificates and supporting documents.
4. Place the completed application in an envelope.
5. Clearly write "Vocational Training Instructor (External)" on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
6. Send the application by registered post to the address below.

📄 Information Required in the Application Form

The official specimen application requests the following:

1. Name with initials in English capital letters
2. Name in Sinhala
3. Name in English capital letters
4. Permanent address in Sinhala and English; temporary address
5. Date of birth
6. Age on the closing date
7. National Identity Card number and photocopy
8. Mobile and landline telephone numbers
9. G.C.E. O/L results and certificate copy
10. G.C.E. A/L results and certificate copy
11. Professional qualifications and certificate copies
12. Professional experience and copies of service letters
13. Applicant's declaration, date and signature

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