Managed the AHEAD ELTAELSE project calendar for the Department of International Relations, Faculty of Arts, under the oversight of the OTS and OMTS offices, ensuring accurate scheduling and tracking.Planned, coordinated, and executed a range of events, including webinars, international research conferences, symposiums, virtual camps, and workshops for undergraduate students, achieving seamless event operations.Oversaw budget management for events and publications, leading procurement and logistics activities through strategic vendor negotiations to ensure cost-effective solutions.Held end-to-end responsibility for procurement and logistics management on the AHEAD project, preparing quotations, invoices, reports, and other key correspondence as directed by the project manager.Developed digital marketing assets, including banners, advertisements, brochures, podcasts, and documentaries, for dissemination on the Department's website and official social media platforms.Prepared and submitted monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports and budget summaries for the AHEAD project, presenting findings to the OTS and OMTS offices to align with project objectives.Maintained professional communication channels via phone, email, and formal correspondence with Sri Lankan World Bank representatives and the OTS and OMTS offices, upholding a high standard of professionalism.Updated and managed databases for undergraduates, academic researchers, and scholars, under the guidance of the Department Head, to support data integrity and accessibility.

Personal Translator (Sinhala-English) for Academic ProfessionalProvided dedicated Sinhala-to-English translation services from May 2021 to January 2023 for Mr. Asitha Mallawaarachchi, Lecturer in Mass Communication at Rajarata University, ensuring high accuracy in academic documents and communications.Translator and Proofreader for Academic ProfessionalServed as a personal translator and proofreader for Ms. Iruni Lavangi Ranasinghe, a Visiting Lecturer in Sociology at The Open University of Sri Lanka and Program Officer at Room to Read Sri Lanka (2020-2022), facilitating clear and professional cross-language communication in research and program documentation.Freelance Translator for Development Research ProjectEngaged as a freelance translator for the Centre for Development Research and Interventions, Sri Lanka, translating key project materials for the NEASE Project (February - April 2021), enabling the effective dissemination of research findings.Research Translation Support for Medical StudySupported Dr. Chamil Marasinghe, Consultant Physician and Senior Lecturer in Medicine, as a freelance translator for a qualitative research study approved by the Ethics Review Committee of the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (May 2020), ensuring compliance and accuracy in translated materials.Proofreader for Published Literary WorkCollaborated with Mr. Venura Perera, CEO of MINDFIRST Organization, to proofread and edit his book “Mother – Blood into Milk” in both Sinhala and English versions (December 2020), enhancing the quality and readability of the publication.Freelance Translator for INGOs and CorporationsWorked as a freelance translator at WE Translate Pvt Ltd (May 2018 – May 2019), translating critical documents, surveys, economic reports, and press releases for clients such as IREX, the World Bank, and MAS Group, contributing to effective communication and report delivery for international and corporate stakeholders.

Contributed as a Content Writer for MEDFUTURE Medical Recruitment, Australia, where I developed detailed job vacancy descriptions and meta descriptions for healthcare roles across various categories (Permanent, After-hours, Weekend, Telehealth, Part-time, Contractor, and Locum) for General Practitioners, Nurses, Allied Health Professionals, and Healthcare Executives. These descriptions were published on the official website, targeting vacancies in Australia and New Zealand to attract top healthcare talent.

Administered the full payroll management process, including statutory payments, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursement and compliance with regulatory standards.Maintained an up-to-date employee database, capturing key employment changes such as new hires, probation completions, transfers, promotions, contract renewals, and terminations.Addressed employee welfare needs, including grievance handling and resolving issues within capacity or escalating to management, fostering a supportive workplace environment.Ensured adherence to labor laws and regulations, including compliance with the Insurance Schemes, Workmen Compensation, Shop and Office Act, and other relevant legal requirements.Managed disciplinary procedures and conducted internal inquiries to address employee misconduct and improve the overall work environment.Participated in weekly management meetings and prepared HR reports to inform executive decision-making.Supervised the recruitment team, regularly assessing performance to optimize hiring efficiency.Served as a panel member for screening and conducting high-volume interview sessions, with up to 150 candidates per session.Managed diverse HR functions such as conducting annual performance appraisals, appraisal interviews, and system updates.Coordinated employee transfers and role changes to support workforce satisfaction and retention.Organized employee welfare activities, including book donations for employees' children, disaster relief donations, baby gifts, funeral donations, and holiday giving.

Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior executives and department leaders, facilitating the organization and scheduling of meetings, appointments, and corporate events.Maintained and regularly updated databases, records, and files for VIP clients across all branches, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.Prepared and present sales activity reports and forecasts to support strategic decision-making by upper management.Built and fostered positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, promoting effective communication and collaboration.Identified and addressed risks related to administrative and operational processes to maintain compliance and organizational integrity.Optimized the use of technology to streamline and support administrative and operational functions, enhancing overall departmental efficiency.Assisted in planning and improving managerial processes to support business administration effectiveness.Supported new venture initiatives by developing technical requirements, recruiting and training staff, conducting market and customer research, and establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business success.Managed departmental budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and compliance with financial policies and guidelines.Supported the establishment and execution of departmental and organizational objectives, policies, and procedures.Oversaw and contributed to the organization’s financial and budget-related activities to support overall financial health.Coordinated general activities related to marketing product offerings and service delivery, aligning with business objectives.Collaborated with executives, staff, and board members to facilitate effective organizational operations.

Throughout my experience, I have crafted a diverse range of articles tailored to enhance visibility and engagement for various industries. My work includes creating detailed job guides for trades and hospitality sectors, such as Carpenter Jobs in Sydney, NSW and Perth, WA, along with Hospitality Jobs in Western Australia. I also developed tourism-focused content, including Perth to Broome Tours and Fraser Island Tours, capturing the unique appeal of each destination. Additionally, I contributed to Writer Briefings, providing clear guidelines to support consistent and high-quality content production across projects.1st set of Articles- Carpenter jobs In Sydney NSW Australia2nd set of Articles- Carpenter jobs in Perth WA3rd set of Articles- Hospitality jobs in WA4th set of Articles- Perth to Broome Tours5th set of Articles- Writer Briefings 6th set of Articles- Fraser Island Tours

I have extensive experience in English-to-Sinhala translation and proofreading, supporting a variety of sectors, including corporate, non-profit, and educational fields. My work includes translating and proofreading key documents such as the Lean Management Program Reading Material for MAS and the Policy Advocacy Campaign Planning Workshop content for IREX Sri Lanka’s Mend Project. Additionally, I have translated and proofread an Executive Summary, a historical analysis on the History of International Public Relations, and guidelines on Public Relations for the Non-Profit Sector. This experience has honed my linguistic precision and cultural adaptability, ensuring high-quality translations that resonate with targeted audiences.- Contact Person: Mr. Nuwan Karunarathne Document 1- MAS; Lean Management Program Reading MaterialDocument 2- IREX Sri Lanka; Mend Project; Policy Advocacy Campaign Planning WorkshopDocument 3-Executive Summary Document 4- History of International Public RelationsDocument 5-Public Relations for Non-profit Sector

Conducted quality checks on subtitle translations for films, videos, and documentaries, ensuring alignment with the language style guide.Assisted in ad-hoc translation and editing of metadata and marketing materials, including synopses upon supervisor request.Translated English subtitles into Sinhala, Tamil, and Hindi for various media, including films, videos, documentaries, and advertisements.Collaborated with the marketing team to create advertisements in Tamil and English and represented the company in technical meetings with Dialog IT.Updated the glossary of terms for Tamil, English, and Sinhala languages on a monthly and quarterly basis for media projects.Managed Sinhala content and subscriptions for the Iflix website, as well as social media platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).Prepared and presented monthly employee progress reports for regional meetings, under the direction of the Country Representative, Sri Lanka.Coordinated travel arrangements, including flight bookings, accommodation, and airport transfers for the annual regional manager visit in 2018.Contents produced by me: * The Mason Brothers Feature: Video Editing* The Grave Feature: Video Editing* The Good Place Season 03, Episodes 1-11: Translation* The Flash Season 05: Video Editing* The Taxi No 9211 Feature: Video Editing* Paranormal Activity 4 Feature: Video Editing* Pain & Gain Feature: Video Editing* Ninja Assassin Feature: Video Editing* Nanban Feature (Tamil) Feature: Video Editing* Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Feature: Video Editing* Happy Feet Feature: Translation* Golmaal Returns Feature: Video Editing* Exodus Feature: Video Editing* Distances Feature: Video Editing* Collateral Feature: Video Editing* Bruce Lee the Fighter Feature: Video Editing* Biriyani Feature: Video Editing* Spotlight Tamil Documentary: Video Editing* Bangkit 11 days that changed the Nation Feature: Translation

Managed administrative functions, including greeting visitors, answering phone calls, and handling divisional email correspondence for the Arts & Culture Division under the direction of the divisional head.Provided secretarial support to the Division Head and senior managers by preparing meeting agendas and taking meeting notes.Handled phone calls, emails, guest reception, and other communication tasks as requested by senior management.Assisted in event planning for the annual Vesak festival and New Year celebrations in 2017, coordinating closely with principals from schools across Sri Lanka.Served as the Tamil-English-Sinhala translator for the Arts & Culture Division, managing all related phone calls, emails, and written correspondence.Conducted workshops for university undergraduates in 2017, focusing on promoting peace and harmony through art and culture.