SLBFE Foreign Mission Job Vacancies 2026 – 99 Posts | Application & Qualifications
Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) – Recruitment to Employment and Welfare Sections of Sri Lanka Missions/Posts Abroad
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has invited applications from suitably qualified and experienced officers to fill vacancies in the Employment and Welfare Sections of Sri Lanka Missions/Posts Abroad.
A total of 99 vacancies are available under home-based and local-based positions. Interested eligible officers should carefully check the required qualifications and experience before submitting an application.
SLBFE Vacancy List 2026
| No. | Position | Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Attaché (Labour) | 04 | Home-Based |
| 2 | Public Relations Officer (PRO) | 06 | Local-Based |
| 3 | Translator | 16 | Local-Based |
| 4 | Labour Clerk | 41 | Local-Based |
| 5 | Safe House Keeper | 06 | Local-Based |
| 6 | Driver | 24 | Local-Based |
| 7 | Office Assistant | 02 | Local-Based |
| Total Vacancies | 99 | ||
Required Qualifications
Qualifications vary according to the position. Applicants should check the official qualification document before applying.
- Attaché (Labour): Relevant SLBFE JM 1-2 category officers with the required satisfactory service.
- Public Relations Officer: Relevant translator/service experience and language proficiency requirements apply.
- Translator: Relevant translation experience and proficiency in the required languages.
- Labour Clerk: Grade II or above officers in the relevant Management Assistant / Management Officer / Development Officer services with required service.
- Safe House Keeper: Relevant Primary Level category employees with the required satisfactory service.
- Driver: Relevant Grade II or above drivers with required service, a valid heavy vehicle driving licence and satisfactory driving record.
- Office Assistant: Relevant Grade II or above Office Assistant / Office Employees' Service staff with required satisfactory service.
Selection Method
Selection for the available positions will be conducted through a structured interview. If a large number of applications are received for a particular post, applicants may also be required to sit a written examination.
Candidates applying for Attaché (Labour) and Labour Clerk are required to sit an English Language Proficiency Test. Candidates must obtain at least 50% to become eligible for the structured interview.
How to Apply
- Check the official full recruitment notice carefully.
- Check the required qualifications and experience for the position.
- Download the appropriate application form.
- Complete the application according to the instructions.
- A separate application must be submitted for each position if applying for more than one post.
- Submit the completed application to the relevant address by registered post or by hand before the deadline.
For SLBFE Officers
Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment
No. 234, Denzil Kobbekaduwa Mawatha
Battaramulla
For Foreign Employment Division Officers
Foreign Employment Division
17th Floor, Mehewarapiyasa Building
Narahenpita
Envelope: Clearly mention “Recruitment for the Employment and Welfare Sections of Sri Lanka Missions/Posts Abroad – Post of ……………” on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
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