Lakna Illangakoon

Director of International Donor Services at SOS Children's Villages, Sri Lanka
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(386) 825-5501
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Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka, LK

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Sarah Ushani De Silva

I highly recommend Lakna Illangakoon for any professional endeavor. With her impressive educational background, including a Masters in Business Administration, a diploma in International Relations and Affairs, and a BSc in Bio Sciences, Lakna possesses a unique blend of skills and knowledge that set her apart. Currently serving as the Director of International Donor Services at SOS Children’s Village in Sri Lanka, Lakna has consistently demonstrated her exceptional abilities. She has successfully written business proposals to secure vital donations, ensuring the sustainability of the organization’s mission. Furthermore, her initiative in launching multiple campaigns to promote and raise awareness of SOS Villages has been instrumental in advancing the cause. Lakna’s greatest strength lies in her ability to network and build connections in any forum. Her approachable demeanor, kindness, and humility make her an absolute pleasure to work with. Her knowledge and motivation are truly commendable, driving her to excel in her role and contribute significantly to the organization’s success. In summary, Lakna Illangakoon is a dedicated, capable, and compassionate professional who has consistently demonstrated her expertise and commitment to her work. I wholeheartedly endorse her for any position or project, knowing that she will bring a remarkable combination of skills and personal qualities to the table.

Induni Ambegoda

It is an honor to pen my honest recommendation about Lakna who was directly supervising me as the director of the International Donor Service at SOS Children’s village, Sri Lanka. Lakna is leading and managing big teams of staff. She is an innovative and a resourceful thinker, developing strategies for fundraising, sponsorship, event management, while reporting to and working at board level. She is a very humble, supportive and a friendly mentor. Lakna provides a broad scope of knowledge, brushes up everyone’s skills following authentic and inclusive guiding methods, creating a great work environment for all. Her inspiring nature motivates all her colleagues to be productive and focus more on own duties to come up with better suited outcomes within challenging timelines as well. Indeed, Lakna is a role model to the entire organization and any other organization that she collaborates with. Her tremendous contributions and commitment has continued to be a strength in managing the SOS Children Village International Non Profit Organization. It has been a pleasure working with Lakna for the past few months and I wish her the best of luck in all her future projects. Sincerely, Induni Ambegoda

Avanthi Abhayarathne

I have had the privilege of working with Lakna as my Manager at SOS Children's Villages. I have been working under her supervision for more than two years. With her strong personal interpersonal skills that enable us to build strong relationship within the team International Donor Services . She is a good listener and she always pay attention on the team so that everyone working under her feels comfortable. On the other hand Lakna is a great motivator. Lakna is a highly skilled and knowledgable Director. I have seen she uses innovative approaches to tackling and solving problems. She is such an inspiration for me always. I am so proud to have work her guidance.

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Credentials

  • Cyber Security Awareness
    SoSafe | Cybersecurity Awareness
    May, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Training in Data Science and Data Analysis
    ESOFT Metro Campus
    Jan, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Leadership Development Programme - Leading Liyo (Episode 2)
    Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing
    Nov, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Leadership Development Programme and Coaching Sessions
    TRIKONSULT
    Jan, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
    Skill Gate Pvt. Ltd
    Jan, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
    Google Digital Garage
    Apr, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Certificate in Child Gate Keeping
    SOS Children's Villages International
    Jan, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Result Based Management Training
    SOS Children's Villages International
    Jan, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • Institutional Partnership Development & Project Cycle Management
    SOS Children's Villages International
    Jan, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Regional Institutional Partnership Development Workshop on Project Desgin and Proposal Writing
    SOS Children's Villages International
    Jan, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
    Project Management Institute
    Jan, 2017
    - Oct, 2024
  • CPR & AED Training
    Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
    Apr, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Child Care First Aid
    Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
    Apr, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • First Aid Level III
    Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
    Apr, 2023
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • Sri Lanka
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of International Donor Services
      • Jan 2022 - Present

    • Assistant Director of International Donor Services
      • Apr 2017 - Dec 2021

  • Language Empire
    • United Kingdom
    • Translator/Interpreter – Part Time
      • Aug 2011 - Apr 2013

Education

  • University of Liverpool
    Bachelor of Science - BS, BSC Bio Sciences (Anatomy and Human Biology)
    2010 - 2013
  • Cardiff Metropolitan University
    Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
    2014 - 2016
  • Bandaranaike Center for International Studies
    Postgraduate Diploma, International Relations and Affairs
    2017 - 2021
  • Lyceum International School
    Biology/Biological Sciences, General
    1996 - 2008

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