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UN jobs in Colombo, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 7
- Organisations
- 3
- Last refreshed
- Jun 05, 2026
Latest open roles
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Consultant-MECR
International Organization for Migration · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Consultant to conduct a comprehensive Data Gap Analysis on climate-related human mobility in Sri Lanka, focusing on disaster-related displacement. The consultant will assess existing data systems, governance mechanisms, and coordination frameworks related to climate change, disasters, and human mobility. Responsibilities include mapping institutional mandates, reviewing data collection methodologies, analyzing data flows from community to national levels, examining how data is used across the mobility lifecycle, conducting field consultations, and assessing Early Warning Systems. The consultant will provide practical recommendations for strengthening data systems, including standardized indicators, methodological harmonization, institutional coordination improvements, data-sharing protocols, and minimum operational data requirements. This assignment supports the revision of Sri Lanka's National Disaster Management Plan and National Emergency Operations Plan and contributes to a broader South Asian project on climate mobility governance.
Related Organization Closes Jun 11, 2026 -
Consultant - Comprehensive Approach to Climate Mobility in South Asia
International Organization for Migration · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Consultant to conduct a comprehensive diaspora mapping exercise focusing on EU-based South Asian communities from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The role involves identifying and analyzing diaspora associations, individuals, and organizations engaged in climate action, with a focus on strengthening diaspora-led climate adaptation, disaster preparedness, and community resilience initiatives. The Consultant will lead the recruitment and management of national consultants in South Asia, coordinate stakeholder engagement with IOM offices, embassies, government agencies, and EU-based diaspora groups, and produce a detailed mapping database and analytical report. The assignment requires extensive research, data collection, stakeholder consultations, and report writing, with deliverables including an inception report, diaspora mapping database, draft and final analytical reports, and a policy brief. The Consultant must demonstrate expertise in diaspora engagement, climate change, and migration research, with proven experience in managing teams and producing high-quality analytical outputs.
Related Organization Closes Jun 14, 2026 -
Consultant-MECR
International Organization for Migration · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Consultant-MECR to support policy analysis and integration of human mobility considerations into Sri Lanka's climate change and disaster risk reduction frameworks. The role involves assessing existing national policies including the National Adaptation Plan (NAP), Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP) to identify entry points for integrating climate mobility. The consultant will conduct stakeholder consultations, map existing initiatives, and develop policy recommendations and an action pipeline for climate mobility governance. This includes facilitating workshops, validating findings, and contributing to a National Dialogue on Climate Mobility. The assignment is part of a sub-regional project focused on strengthening climate mobility governance in South Asia.
Related Organization Closes Jun 10, 2026 -
Project Development and Reporting Officer (P)
International Organization for Migration · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Project Development and Reporting Officer supports project development, donor and institutional reporting, and liaison activities in migration management and emergency response in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Key responsibilities include contributing to programme development, drafting donor reports, identifying funding opportunities, and building relationships with government, UN agencies, and donors. The role requires strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills, with experience in results-based management and donor relations. The position reports to the Chief of Mission and works closely with regional and headquarters units.
Related Organization Closes Jun 15, 2026 -
UN Women Technical Analyst (NCW), Home based, National Consultant
UN Women · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
UN Women seeks a Technical Analyst to provide technical support to Sri Lanka's National Commission on Women in operationalizing its mandate under the Women Empowerment Act No. 37 of 2024. The role involves supporting the development of the Commission's strategic framework, institutional systems, policies, and procedures, as well as preliminary complaints and accountability mechanisms. The consultant will also support policy and legal reviews, research, stakeholder engagement, and public outreach efforts. The position requires extensive experience in gender equality, women's rights, and institutional development, with a focus on feminist and rights-based approaches. The consultant will work primarily at the National Commission's office in Colombo, with travel to field locations as required.
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UN Women Coordination Support (NCW), Home based, National Consultant
UN Women · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
UN Women seeks a National Consultant to provide coordination and administrative support to the National Commission on Women in Sri Lanka, assisting with the operationalization of the Women Empowerment Act No. 37 of 2024. The role involves managing schedules, organizing meetings and stakeholder engagements, handling documentation and correspondence, maintaining records, and supporting logistical and administrative processes. The consultant will work primarily at the Commission's office in Colombo and travel as needed to field locations and the UN Women office. Tasks include preparing reports, managing information systems, and ensuring effective communication and follow-up with government institutions, civil society organizations, and development partners. The position requires strong administrative and coordination skills, proficiency in English and local languages (Sinhala/Tamil), and experience in government administrative procedures and stakeholder engagement.
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Finance Officer
World Food Programme · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Finance Officer supports the stewardship of World Food Programme's resources by monitoring budgets, forecasting, and reporting on key financial data. Responsibilities include performing bank reconciliations, managing disbursements, cash management, and monthly financial closures, as well as providing administrative and basic human resource functions. The role contributes to developing country-specific plans aligned with WFP strategy, ensures compliance with corporate governance requirements, and supports financial controls and risk assessments. The position requires strong financial management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work within a multicultural environment while adhering to WFP's values and principles.
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Top organisations
- International Organization for Migration 4
- UN Women 2
- World Food Programme 1
Top countries
- Sri Lanka 7
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