Vacancy Announcement: Manager - Program & Sponsor Relations

Role Summary

Action Unity Lanka (AU Lanka) is seeking a competent individual for a full-time Manager - Program & Sponsor Relations position. The role involves planning, coordinating, and monitoring programs in the Mullaitivu and Batticaloa districts, managing stakeholder and donor relations, and developing new funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management of all programs and Sponsor Relations (SR) in Batticaloa and Puthukudiyiruppu.
• Maintain good rapport with all stakeholders and donors.
• Ensure timely and quality reporting.
• Take initiatives to develop proposals and find new funding opportunities.
• Project planning, implementation, and budget management.
• Staff supervision and coordination.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Project Management, Climate Change, Education, or Rural Development (highly preferred). PhD or equivalent in related fields is an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 7–10 years in NGO, INGO, UN, or development sector; minimum 3–5 years managing multi-sector programs.
• Skills: Excellent written and spoken English, Sinhala, and Tamil. Strong presentation, public speaking, and systematic problem-solving skills.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, M&E, Climate Change Adaptation, DRR, Safeguarding/Child Protection, or GESI certifications are an advantage.
• Other: Valid driving license is an advantage. Age limit: 35–50 years.

Location

Based in Mullaitivu (Puthukudiyiruppu), covering Batticaloa as well. Preference given to residents of the Puthukudiyiruppu area or the Mullaitivu District.

Salary/Benefits

An attractive remuneration and benefit package will be paid based on educational qualifications and experience.

Application Details

Applications must be sent by email and by post on or before 29th July 2026. Include a CV and letter of motivation. Clearly mark the position applied for in the email.

Address: The Admin/HR Coordinator, Action Unity Lanka, No. 415, Trincomalee Road, Batticaloa.

Email: info@aulanka.org