Experience

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  W & J Surveyors - Pvt Ltd

  • Hatton, Central Province, Sri Lanka

  • Administrative Officer

    • Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
    • Hatton, Central Province, Sri Lanka

    • Collaborated with senior managers to design and implement action plans for assignments; • Established and maintained positive business relations with customers and client companies; • Prepared quotations, developed tender documents, and managed the submission process, resulting in a 20% increase in successful bids.

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  Gold Rush Pittsburgh

  • Pennsylvania, United States of America

  • Administrative Officer

    • Sep 2019 - Jun 2020
    • Pennsylvania, United States of America

    • Coordinated day-to-day administrative activities, ensuring seamless operations; Compiled and managed various reports, meeting deadlines consistently; • Maintained meticulous records, facilitating efficient decision-making by senior management; • Strategized and executed monthly marketing plans, contributing to a 10% increase in customer engagement; • Actively participated in customer service initiatives, resolving inquiries promptly and enhancing overall client satisfaction.

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  UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

  • Nuwaraeliya, Sri Lanka

  • Gender Associate

    • Jan 2017 - Jun 2018
    • Nuwaraeliya, Sri Lanka

    Organization: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), District Office, Nuwara Eliya Sri LankaProjects: (1). Indian Housing Project(2). Human Development Initiative through Empowerment and Settlement Improvement in the Plantation Settlements in Sri Lanka and Indian Housing Project in Central and Uva Provinces:• Worked passionately for Gender Equality, Psychosocial Empowerment, Disability, Human Rights & Social Inclusion; • Prepared and presented annual and quarterly reports, newsletters, and project updates, enhancing project visibility; Led successful National Level Project Advocacy Campaigns and Research initiatives; • Managed budgets efficiently, ensuring timely financial reporting and adherence to project timelines.

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  Eksath Lanka Welfare Foundation

  • Nuwara Eliya, Central Province, Sri Lanka

  • Program Coordinator

    • Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
    • Nuwara Eliya, Central Province, Sri Lanka

    Organization: Eksath Lanka Welfare Foundation, Nuwaraeliya, Sri LankaProject: Participation and Empowerment of Children and Mothers in the Plantation Community.• Developed comprehensive proposals, annual & quarterly work plans, and reports, ensuring alignment with organizational goals;• Established effective networks with Government and Non-Government Agencies, fostering collaborative partnerships; • Ensured the timely and effective delivery of program activities, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

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  Participatory Action & Learning Methodologies Foundation

  • NuwaraEliya, Sri Lanka

  • Assistant Program Coordinator/Program Coordinator

    • Sep 2006 - Jun 2015
    • NuwaraEliya, Sri Lanka

    Organization: PALM Foundation, Nuwara Eliya, Sri LankaProgram: 1. Health and Well-Being of the Elders in the Plantation Community in Sri Lanka. 2. Better Vision Healthy Ageing in Sri Lanka• Planned and executed project activities, leading the Project Advocacy and Research Component; • Achieved 100% completion in Monitoring and Evaluation, showcasing meticulous project management; • Provided leadership and technical support to the team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

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  Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka

  • Talawakelle, Sri Lanka.

  • Research Assistant

    • Jun 2005 - Dec 2005
    • Talawakelle, Sri Lanka.

    Training experiences in Agronomy Division- Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka at Talawakelle, Sri Lanka.Research: Conducted research at Agronomy Division- Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka at Talawakelle “Effect of soil amendments on young tea soil” and report submitted (July 2005 - December 2005).