Vacancy Announcement (Director General/CEO)

The National Science Foundation (NSF), a statutory board incorporated under the Science, Technology Development Act No.11 of 1994, functions under the purview of the Ministry of Science and Technology. The Foundation has the mandate to promote S&T for the socio- economic development of the country. Applications are invited from the qualified Sri Lankan citizens to fill the following vacancy.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Agriculture/ Business Administration or any other relevant field which is recognized by the UGC.

AND

Post Graduate Degree in Science/Agriculture/ Business Administration or any other relevant field or Corporate Membership of a recognized professional institution in Management.

AND

 At least 20 years experience in Managerial Level out of which 05 years of experience should be at Senior Managerial Level with a proven track record in a Corporation, Board or a reputed Mercantile Establishment after obtaining first degree.

OR

A Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Agriculture/ Business Administration or any other relevant field which is recognized by the UGC.

AND

PhD in Science/ Agriculture/ Business Administration or any other relevant field

AND

At least 05 years experience in Senior Managerial Level with a proven track record and management experience in a Corporation, Board or a reputed Mercantile Establishment after obtaining first degree.

Minimum of 03 years experience as the Additional Director.

AND

A proven ability to lead and direct multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in proper deployment and efficient management of human and other resources.

Should not be less than 40 years and not more than 50 years. Should not be less than 35 years and not more than 55 years. The upper age limit will not apply to the internal candidates. 

In addition, assigned vehicle or transport allowance of Rs.50,000/, fuel allowance (for 145 liters), communication allowance of Rs. 4,250/- and professional allowance of Rs.25,000/- will be paid.

• Formulate plans and direct activities to enhance the delivery of services to the scientific community and general public.
• Formulate, update the goals, objectives and strategies including annual budgets for the discharge of duties entrusted to NSF under Science and Technology Development Act No. 11 of 1994.
• Overall administrative and financial control of National Science Foundation.
• Developing relevant policy initiatives.
• Advice the Board on policy matters and execute decisions of the Board.
• Attend to coordinating activities between the universities, research institutions and other public and private sector institutions engaged in the delivery of scientific services both locally and abroad.
• Participation at local and international conferences, seminars, workshops etc. on behalf of NSF.
• Overall responsibility for official reports and publications.
• Overall responsibility for design and implementation of manpower development programmes including performance appraisals.

Benefits include EPF/ETF and other incentives as approved by the Treasury. In addition to the above salary, the selected candidates will be entitled for allowances/ cost of living prescribed by the Government from time to time.

Please apply under registered cover enclosing a curriculum vitae, copies of the educational & vocational certificates and, names and addresses of two non– related referees. The post applied for should be marked on the top left hand corner of the envelope. Any form of canvassing in support of the application will result in disqualification.

Employees in Government or Semi-Government service should forward their applications through the Head of their respective institutions. Applications should be sent to: The Secretary, Ministry of Science and Technology, 3^rd Floor, Sethsiripaya – Stage I, Battaramulla.

24/08/2025 07/09/2025