The Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in France invites applications from qualified, motivated, and service-oriented individuals for the position of Casual Clerk attached to the Consular Division.

Salary: €1,755.83 per month

Please note that employer social security contributions will not be paid by the Embassy in respect of this casual appointment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Consular Division.
  • Assist in handling consular services and respond to public inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Prepare consular documents, translate, and maintain consular division correspondence.
  • Coordinate appointments at the consular division
  • Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure the confidentiality of official documents.
  • Liaise with Sri Lankan nationals, French authorities.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Mission or the Head of the Consular Division.

Minimum Qualification

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
  • A professional qualification in Secretarial Practice, Office Administration, Typing, or a related discipline will be an added advantage.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in secretarial, clerical, administrative, customer service, or office management roles.
  • Previous experience in a diplomatic mission, government institution, international organization, or multinational environment will be considered an advantage.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and excellent typing skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and as part of a team.
  • Proactive, reliable, flexible, and capable of working under pressure.
  • Valid Visa.
  • Age below 50 years.

Language Proficiency

Applicants must possess excellent written and spoken communication skills in all the following languages:

  • Sinhala/Tamil
  • French
  • English

 

How to Apply

Please submit a concise CV in English, together with a cover letter.

Application deadline: 24.07.2026

Please send your application with the subject line “Application for the post of Clerk (on Casual basis) – for Consular Division” to: slemb.paris@mfa.gov.lk

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.