Operations executive – strategic projects
About the company
Dhammika & Priscilla Perera Foundation is committed to creating sustainable social impact across digital education, healthcare, community development, and social welfare initiatives in Sri Lanka. Through innovative programs and strategic partnerships, the foundation aims to empower individuals and communities, fostering growth, equality, and long-term positive change.
The operations executive – strategic projects will support the execution of foundation-wide strategic initiatives, with a particular focus on implementing projects outlined in the strategic roadmap 2025 – 2030. This role works closely with the CEO and internal stakeholders to ensure operational excellence, effective coordination, and timely delivery of strategic projects, engagement initiatives, and recognition-driven outputs.
Key responsibilities
- Drive strategic projects: Coordinate and implement key initiatives and special projects assigned by senior leadership to support organizational goals.
- Enable seamless operations: Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring day-to-day activities and project workflows to ensure smooth operations.
- Support executive leadership: Provide direct support to the CEO through timely reporting, documentation, and proactive follow-ups on assigned tasks.
- Enhance efficiency through innovation: Promote the adoption of digital tools and AI solutions to improve internal processes and operational effectiveness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, education management, IT, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in operations, project coordination, or strategic initiatives.
- High level of digital and computer literacy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Sinhala (Tamil will be an added advantage).
- Ability to work under minimum supervision in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Benefits
- Be part of a nationwide movement to transform Sri Lanka’s digital future.
- Play a leadership role in a fast-growing educational ecosystem.
- Collaborate with renowned academic partners and tech experts.
- Contribute to real, measurable impact in the lives of thousands of learners.
- Enjoy growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization.
When applying
If you are eager to contribute your expertise to meaningful and impactful work, please send your CV, with a recent photograph, indicating the post applied for on the subject line of the email to [email protected].