1990 Suva Sariya is Sri Lanka’s free, island-wide, 24-hour emergency medical response and ambulance service. Launched in July 2016 with the support of a core grant from the Government of India, it has revolutionized pre-hospital care across the country by providing immediate medical attention and rapid transportation to the nearest healthcare facility.
CEO – Ambulance Service 1990 Suwa Seriya Vacancies 2026
Available Vacancies:
Applications are invited
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Organization: 1990 Suwa Seriya
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction across all aspects of the Foundation.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve operational excellence, service delivery and organizational growth.
- Build a positive workplace culture ensure high levels of staff engagement and performance.
- Work closely with the Board, Government stakeholders, partners and donors.
- Oversee compliance, quality standards financial sustainability, review financial and non-financial reports to drive improvements.
- Represent the organization at national/international forums and public events.
- Leverage technology digital innovation to enhance operational efficiency, data-driven decision making and service delivery across the organization.
- Lead emergency, crisis management initiatives, ensuring rapid, coordinated responses and robust business continuity during critical incidents.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- A Basic Degree and a Master’s qualification in Administration, Management, Human Resources Management, Finance, or Emergency Medical Services, together with a minimum of 12 years of managerial experience in a company employing at least 1,000 staff.
Or - A Basic Degree in Administration, Management, Human Resources Management, Finance or Emergency Medical Services together with a minimum of 15 years of managerial experience in a company employing at least 1,000 staff. In addition, candidates must demonstrate:
- Proven senior leadership experience, ideally as a CEO, COO, or in an equivalent strategic management role with strong capabilities in operations, strategic planning and financial oversight.
- Exceptional communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead diverse teams and engage with multiple stakeholders effectively.
- Prior experience in emergency service, healthcare or the public sector will be considered a distinct advantage.
General Conditions
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in large-scale or public sector organizations.
- Willingness and ability to provide leadership on a 24/7 basis during emergencies and critical incidents.
- Applicants must demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Experience in healthcare, emergency services or related sectors will be an added advantage (Not mandatory).
- Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
- Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates supporting educational and professional qualifications.
- Applicants should provide the names, addresses and contact details of two non-related referees.
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| Closing Date | 2026-09-21 |
| Source | 1990.lk (2026.09.06) |
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1990 Suwa Seriya is a free, island-wide pre-hospital emergency ambulance service operated in Sri Lanka.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
