Open University Academic Coordinator Vacancy 2026 – Sinhala / English Medium

The Open University of Sri Lanka invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the Post of Academic Coordinator (On Contract) – Sinhala / English Medium at the Department of Educational Leadership and Management, Faculty of Education.
📌 Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka
🎓 Faculty: Faculty of Education
🏢 Department: Educational Leadership and Management
💼 Position: Academic Coordinator (On Contract)
🌐 Medium: Sinhala / English
💰 Monthly Allowance: Rs. 50,000
📅 Initial Appointment: 6 Months
📈 Extension: Up to 4 Years based on performance
📍 Location: Central Campus, Nawala, Nugegoda
📧 Application Method: Email
⏰ Closing Date: 04 October 2026
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🎓 Qualifications
Applicants should possess one of the following:
- Bachelor of Education Honours Degree from a recognized university with two years’ experience in the relevant field.
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with professional qualifications (PGDE / PGDM / MEd) and five years’ experience in the relevant field.
⭐ Added Qualifications
The following will be considered added qualifications:
- Computer Literacy
- Fluency in English
- Ability to handle academic and administrative-related work
- Ability to handle scheduling and coordination work
💰 Remuneration
The selected candidate will receive a fixed monthly allowance of:
Rs. 50,000
The amount is inclusive of the Cost of Living (COL) allowance.
ETF and EPF benefits are also provided.
📅 Duration of Appointment
The appointment will initially be made for six (06) months.
It may be extended for up to four (04) years based on performance.
📍 Work Location
The selected person should be available full-time at:
Central Campus
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda
📧 How to Apply
Suitably qualified applicants should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Scanned copies of educational certificates
- Scanned copies of other relevant certificates
Applications should be sent via email to:
Email Subject:
“Application for the post of Academic Coordinator (On Contract) _English Medium/ Sinhala Medium”
⏰ Closing Date
Applications must be submitted on or before:
04 October 2026
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates, and qualified shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
☎️ Inquiries
Mr. W.M.S. Weerakoon
Head
Department of Educational Leadership and Management
Faculty of Education
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Telephone: 011-2881168
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.
