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OUSL Academic Coordinator Vacancy 2026 – Walk-in Interview

The Open University of Sri Lanka has invited suitably qualified candidates to attend a walk-in interview for the post of Academic Coordinator on a contract basis.

The vacancy is available at the Department of Social Studies of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

⚡ Quick Information

  • Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka
  • Faculty: Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Department: Department of Social Studies
  • Post: Academic Coordinator
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Monthly Allowance: Rs. 50,000
  • Qualification: BA (Hons) Degree
  • Experience: 01 year
  • Selection Method: Walk-in Interview
  • Interview Date: 10 September 2026
  • Interview Time: 9:30 AM
  • Location: OUSL, Nawala, Nugegoda

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Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree from a recognized university in one of the following areas:

  • Communication Studies
  • Media Studies
  • Any other Social Science discipline

Applicants must also possess at least one year of experience in an academic and administrative capacity.

Additional Requirements

Candidates should possess:

  • Fluency in English and Sinhala or Tamil
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to use internet-based and mobile communication applications
  • Willingness to work flexible hours according to the requirements of the Department and Faculty

Appointment Period

The appointment will initially be offered for a period of three months.

Based on the candidate’s performance, the appointment may be extended for a maximum period of two years.

Salary and Benefits

The selected candidate will receive a fixed monthly allowance of Rs. 50,000, inclusive of the cost-of-living allowance.

The appointee will also be entitled to EPF and ETF benefits.

Work Location

The selected candidate will be attached to:

Department of Social Studies
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda

Walk-in Interview Details

Suitably qualified candidates should attend the walk-in interview using the following details:

  • Date: 10 September 2026
  • Time: 9:30 AM
  • Venue: Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda

The advertisement does not specify a separate prior application procedure or a required document list. Candidates who require clarification may contact 011 288 1417 – Ms. K. M. De Silva before attending.

The decision of the Open University of Sri Lanka will be final and conclusive.

Official Source

Vacancy Page:
https://ou.ac.lk/vacancy/post-of-academic-coordinator-on-contract-4/

Official Advertisement:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WLXCCqj0epDsn_-lv54wI5WZ1YPPlp5_/view

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.