Culture Specialist – Programmes

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Place of Posting

Tenure of the Post

Maximum 48 years (after the Date of Birth 15/05/1969)

Age

A minimum of a Masters degree from a recognized university in Social Sciences. Preference will be given to a Candidate with a PhD in Social Science

Qualifications

A minimum of 10 years experience in training and programming activities in a reputed organisation in the field of culture with competence in conceptualising, designing, implementing, analysis and the organisation of participative training courses, workshops and seminars at all levels with a minimum of 5 years experience as an Assistant Director or equivalent position/level

An excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, with the ability to write out detailed and clear concept proposals and official letters and correspondence

Be technologically competent with a sound knowledge of computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint etc.

Have a competent knowledge of social media applications and promotion

Be able to co-ordinate and manage international programme activities in a professional manner

Experience in Research will be an added advantage

Experience

To Assist the Director and Deputy Directors in conceptualising, planning, researching and implementing all Programmes of the SAARC Cultural Centre

Provide assistance in the areas of training and dissemination of information

Researching, writing and preparing preliminary reports and assisting with the production of final reports and periodical reviews before and after Programmes and training programmes of the SAARC Cultural Centre

Assist and contribute as internal faculty for training programmes, workshops, seminars etc

Execute any special assignment given by the Director and Deputy Directors as and when necessary

Summary of Job Description

Candidates from the Universities/ Government Departments/ Corporations and statutory Boards should apply through the Heads of their respective institutions

Living Allowances- US$ 1,253 per month

Allowance for Residential Accommodation

Education Allowance for Children

Medical Allowance

Allowances and Benefits

Written test and Viva voce

Recruitment Criteria

ANY CANVASSING WILL BE A DEFINITE DISQUALIFICATION. THE DECISION OF THE SELECTION PANEL WILL BE FINAL