The Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS), Eastern University Sri Lanka has invited applications from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the Post of Director.

This is an excellent leadership opportunity for experienced professionals in higher education who possess outstanding academic and administrative qualifications.

📅 Closing Date: 01 September 2026 (3.00 PM)

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🏛️ Vacancy Details

📌 Position	Director
🏢 Institution	Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS)
🎓 University	Eastern University, Sri Lanka
📍 Location	Kallady, Batticaloa
📄 Employment Type	Full-Time
⏳ Tenure	03 Years
👤 Maximum Age	Below 63 Years
💰 Salary Scale	U-AC 5 (II) – Rs. 198,280 – 13 x 4,850 – 261,330 per month
📅 Closing Date	01 September 2026 (3.00 PM)

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📚 About the Institute

The Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies is located in Kallady, Batticaloa, approximately 4 km from Batticaloa town.

The Institute consists of the following academic departments:

• 🎵 Department of Carnatic Music
• 💃 Department of Dance, Drama & Theatre Arts
• 🎨 Department of Visual & Technological Arts
• 💻 Department of Information Technology

The Institute offers undergraduate degree programmes while the Information Technology Department also functions as a service department.

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👨‍💼 Duties of the Director

The Director serves as the:

• ✅ Principal Executive Officer
• ✅ Principal Academic Officer
• ✅ Accounting Officer

The Director is responsible for:

• 🎯 Providing academic leadership
• 📈 Strategic planning and development
• ⚖️ Implementing institutional policies
• 🤝 Managing administration and governance
• 📚 Leading academic activities
• 🏛️ Implementing decisions of the Board and Eastern University Council

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📋 Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should:

• 🇱🇰 Be a citizen of Sri Lanka
• 🎓 Possess qualifications as specified under the University Grants Commission Circular No. 01/2024
• 👤 Be less than 63 years of age
• 🌟 Demonstrate strong academic and administrative leadership experience

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📑 Documents Required

Applicants should submit:

• 📄 Complete Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• 📝 Statement of Vision for the Institute
• 📌 Brief proposal outlining future development plans
• 🎂 Date of Birth details
• 📚 Other supporting documents requested in the vacancy notice

Applicants currently serving in Universities, UGC or Higher Educational Institutions should forward applications through the respective Head of Institution.

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📮 Application Procedure

Applications should be addressed to:

Deputy Registrar
General Administration & Establishments
Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies
Eastern University, Sri Lanka
New Kalmunai Road
Kallady, Batticaloa

📧 Email (PDF Copy): [email protected]

📅 Applications must reach on or before:

⏰ 01 September 2026 (3.00 PM)

The envelope should clearly mention:

“Application to the Post of Director, SVIAS”

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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💰 Salary Information

Successful applicants will receive the following salary scale:

Rs. 198,280 – 13 x 4,850 – Rs. 261,330 per month

Candidates already drawing a higher salary may be placed at their existing salary level according to the applicable regulations.

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📅 Important Dates

🟢 Vacancy Published: 02 August 2026

🔴 Application Closing Date: 01 September 2026 (3.00 PM)

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📌 Why Join Eastern University Sri Lanka?

✔ Prestigious State University
✔ Senior Academic Leadership Position
✔ Attractive Government Salary Scale
✔ Opportunity to Lead a National Institute
✔ Fixed Three-Year Appointment

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