Investigation Officer, Director

The National Authority for the Protection of Victims of Crime and Witnesses, established under the Assistance to and Protection of Victims of Crime and Witnesses Act, No. 10 of 2023 and operating under the Ministry of Justice and National Integration, invites applications from eligible Sri Lankan citizens for executive and investigative positions.

Position 1: Director (Finance) (HM 1-3) – 01 Post

• Salary Scale (Management Services Circular No. 01/2025): HM 1-3-2025: Rs. 152,500 - 15 x 4,100 - Rs. 214,000.00 p.m. (Starting basic salary step: Rs. 133,028.00 as of 01.01.2026; Rs. 152,500.00 as of 01.01.2027).

• Allowances & Benefits: Cost of Living Allowance, Treasury-approved professional, transport, fuel, and telephone allowances, alongside EPF (Authority contribution 12%, Employee contribution 8%) and ETF (3%).

• Age Limit: 35 to 55 years (upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates).

Qualifications & Experience (External Applicants)

• Bachelor's Degree recognized by the UGC in Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Financial Management, Accounting, or a relevant field; WITH a Postgraduate Degree (Master's) recognized by the UGC in Commerce, Financial Management, or a relevant field, OR Associate Membership of a recognized Chartered Professional Institution in a relevant field; AND a minimum of 15 years of managerial experience in government, state corporations, statutory boards, or relevant non-governmental/commercial organizations after obtaining the degree.

• OR Full membership of a recognized Chartered Professional Institution in Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, or a relevant field, AND a minimum of 15 years of managerial experience in a recognized institution.

Position 2: Investigation Officer (MA 4) – 01 Post

• Salary Scale (Management Services Circular No. 01/2025): MA 4: Rs. 64,320 - 10 x 1,360 - 15 x 1,670 - 5 x 2,040 - Rs. 113,170 p.m. (Starting basic salary step: Rs. 58,598.00 as of 01.01.2026; Rs. 64,320.00 as of 01.01.2027).

• Allowances & Benefits: Cost of Living Allowance, plus EPF (Authority 12%, Employee 8%) and ETF (3%).

• Age Limit: 22 to 45 years (upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates).

Qualifications & Experience (External Applicants)

• Bachelor's Degree recognized by the UGC in Law, or a degree with Law or Criminology as a subject; OR service as a Police Officer holding a post not below the rank of Inspector of Police in the Sri Lanka Police Service.

General Conditions

• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka, physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of the island, and possess an excellent character.

• All qualifications must be fulfilled as of November 27, 2026.

How to Apply

• Prepare a duly compiled Curriculum Vitae including educational and professional qualifications alongside copies of all relevant certificates.

• Clearly indicate the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

• Send your application by registered post to reach the address below on or before November 27, 2026.

Chairman

The National Authority for the Protection of Victims of Crime and Witnesses

428/11 A, First Floor, Denzil Kobbekaduwa Mawatha

Battaramulla, Sri Lanka

Phone: 011 287 9539