Open University Project Assistant Vacancy 2026 – Agricultural & Plantation Engineering
The Open University of Sri Lanka invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the Post of Project Assistant (On Contract Basis) at the Department of Agricultural and Plantation Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Technology.
📌 Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka
🎓 Faculty: Faculty of Engineering Technology
🏢 Department: Agricultural and Plantation Engineering
💼 Position: Project Assistant (On Contract Basis)
💰 Monthly Allowance: Rs. 40,000
📅 Initial Appointment: 6 Months
📈 Extension: Up to 2 Years based on performance
📍 Work Location: Nawala, Nugegoda
📧 Application Method: Email
⏰ Closing Date: 07 October 2026
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🎓 Qualifications
Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications:
- BIS (Honours) in Agriculture
- BTech (Honours) in Agricultural Engineering
- BSc (Honours) in Agriculture
📋 Additional Requirements
Candidates should have:
- Good communication skills in English
- Computer literacy skills
- Ability to handle assigned tasks efficiently
- Ability to work cooperatively within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work flexible hours depending on the requirements of the Department
💰 Remuneration
The selected candidate will receive a fixed monthly allowance of:
Rs. 40,000
The allowance is inclusive of the Cost of Living (COL) allowance.
The selected candidate will also be entitled to EPF and ETF.
📅 Duration of Appointment
The appointment will initially be made for a period of six (06) months.
It may be extended for up to two years based on performance.
📍 Work Location
Department of Agricultural and Plantation Engineering
Faculty of Engineering Technology
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda
📧 How to Apply
Applicants should forward their CV together with scanned copies of:
- Degree Certificate
- Transcript
- Birth Certificate
- National Identity Card (NIC)
Applications should be sent via email to:
The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates.
⏰ Application Deadline
Applications should be submitted on or before:
07 October 2026
☎️ Inquiries
Head
Department of Agricultural and Plantation Engineering
Telephone: 011 288 1062
Source Note:This information has been prepared with reference to the official advertisement and relevant institutional sources. Applicants are advised to verify all details from the official source before applying.
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