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GiftCashProject Manager
Jun. 2025Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaRelocated from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC to establish GiftCash’s British Columbia operations from the ground up, leading the expansion of the company’s North American purchasing network. Responsible for setting up the operational infrastructure, including procurement workflows, vendor onboarding, purchasing systems, and internal process guidelines. Managing the development of the BC purchasing and sales operations, ensuring alignment with company performance standards and compliance requirements. Coordinating with executive leadership to launch and scale the Vancouver operation, including planning purchasing strategies, vendor relationships, and operational logistics. Implementing standard operating procedures and performance tracking systems to support scalable purchasing and transaction processing in the new region. Working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and vendor teams to establish efficient purchasing pipelines and transaction verification processes.
Embassy Of Sri Lanka In Washington, D.C.Third Secretary
Mar. 2023 - Jan. 2024Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri LankaInternational Relations Manager
Mar. 2018 - Mar. 2023Sri Lanka• Strategic International Relations: Develop and execute the CAASL’s international relations strategy, focusing on enhancing collaboration with global aviation bodies (e.g., ICAO, IATA), foreign civil aviation authorities, and other relevant entities. • Policy and Agreement Development: Lead the formulation and negotiation of international aviation policies, agreements, and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), ensuring they meet both national and international standards. • Diplomatic Representation: Represent the Civil Aviation Authority at international forums, conferences, and meetings to promote Sri Lanka’s aviation interests and maintain a strong international presence. • Bilateral and Multilateral Coordination: Manage bilateral and multilateral partnerships, ensuring active participation in global aviation initiatives and effective coordination with aviation bodies across the world. • Regulatory Compliance and Monitoring: Ensure that Sri Lanka adheres to international civil aviation treaties and agreements, while monitoring changes in global regulations and advising senior leadership on compliance and necessary policy adjustments. • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with international aviation stakeholders, including government agencies, airlines, and international aviation regulatory bodies. • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of international relations professionals, fostering a collaborative environment focused on achieving strategic objectives. • Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports, policy briefs, and recommendations on international aviation developments and trends, ensuring informed decision-making by the leadership team.
Eclat international pvt ltdExecutive senior project manager
Feb. 2017 - Jan. 2023Colombo, Western Province, Sri LankaOrganic Vegetation and distribution to various
local hotels and businesses
Organic Moringa Cultivation, processing and exporting
Cultivate 50 acres of land for organic Moringa leaf
productions
Establish a processing plant to dry the leafs and develop
various products (powder, capsules, string hopper mix)
Exporting to overseas buyers
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri LankaAssistant Manager International Relations
Oct. 2016 - Mar. 2018Sri Lanka• International Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with international aviation organizations (e.g., ICAO, IATA), foreign aviation authorities, and related agencies to represent Sri Lanka’s interests. • Policy and Regulatory Support: Assist in developing and implementing international aviation policies, agreements, and strategies in alignment with global standards. • Coordination: Manage and coordinate bilateral and multilateral negotiations, ensuring that all actions are aligned with national aviation objectives. • Compliance Monitoring: Ensure that Sri Lanka’s civil aviation activities comply with international regulations and treaties, including regular monitoring and reporting. • Representation: Represent the CAASL at international conferences, working groups, and other forums related to civil aviation. • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the point of contact between CAASL and international stakeholders, facilitating communication, addressing concerns, and promoting collaboration. • Report Preparation: Prepare reports, presentations, and policy briefs on international aviation developments and their impact on Sri Lanka’s aviation sector. • Team Collaboration: Work closely with other departments within CAASL to ensure a cohesive approach to international relations.
Hoppa pvt ltdExecutive Director of Operations
Jun. 2016 - Jan. 2023Colombo, Western Province, Sri LankaIdentifying, developing and directing the implantation of business strategy
Cultivating the companies reputation in the market with customers and suppliers
Involved in planning and organizing activities to achieve targets
In charge of leading, motivating and developing the managing team
Managing multi-discipline team and resolving any conflicting priorities
Improving margins and maintaining a high quality of service to clients
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