Academic Coordinator

Job Overview

• Job Title: Academic Coordinator (On Contract)

• Department: Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

• Organization: The Open University of Sri Lanka

• Work Location: Department of Social Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda

• Duration: Initially for 3 months, extendable up to 2 years based on performance

• Interview Date: November 3, 2026, at 9:30 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate academic and administrative operations within the Department of Social Studies.

• Handle communication and digital coordination using MS Office software, internet-based tools, and mobile applications.

• Support faculty requirements and manage departmental schedules, working flexible hours as needed.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Degree in Communication Studies, Media Studies, or any other Social Science discipline from a recognized university.

• Experience: One year of experience in an academic and administrative capacity.

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Sinhala or Tamil.

• Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office software, internet-based platforms, and mobile communication applications.

• Working Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours depending on departmental and faculty requirements.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Monthly Allowance: Fixed monthly allowance of Rs. 50,000/- (inclusive of Cost of Living allowance).

• Statutory Benefits: Entitled to Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees' Trust Fund (ETF).