Kapila Tennakoon
@kapilatennakoon
Experienced development and HR officer skilled in procurement and operations.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced development and HR professional with a background in public and private sector roles, including Development Officer positions at Pinnawala Zoo and a Divisional Secretariat, and HR Executive experience in the apparel industry. I focus on procurement, supervision of maintenance and small construction, payroll handling, recruitment, and coordination of social security and development activities.
Throughout my career I have demonstrated strong administrative and operational abilities: supervising maintenance teams, managing procurement processes since 2022, coordinating development needs at the divisional level, and administering HR functions such as payroll, induction, and recruitment. I work well independently and in teams, and I perform under pressure with effective time-management and interpersonal skills.
I hold a B.B.Mgt (HR) special degree from the University of Kelaniya and a Diploma in English. I am performance-oriented, adaptable, and eager to contribute practical skills in procurement, operations, and human resources to an organization seeking reliable, results-driven staff.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Development Officer
Pinnawala Zoo
May 2015 - Jan 2026 (10 years 8 months)
Supervised maintenance and small construction projects and served as procurement officer, improving operational readiness and supply acquisition processes.
Development Officer
Divisional Secretariat Rambukkana
Mar 2013 - May 2015 (2 years 2 months)
Identified and coordinated local development needs and managed social security activities to deliver community services and programs.
HR Executive
Union Apparel (Pvt) Ltd
Feb 2011 - Mar 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Managed recruitment, payroll, induction programs and employee relations to support HR operations and workforce readiness.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lanka Voice to Voice Sinhala English Institute
Diploma in English, English
2021 - 2021
Completed a Diploma in English at Lanka Voice to Voice Sinhala English Institute in 2021.
GCE Advanced Level
GCE Advanced Level, Commerce
Passed GCE Advanced Level in 2004 with Commerce subjects.
University of Kelaniya
Bachelor of Business Management, Human Resources / Business Management
Completed a Bachelor of Business Management (specializing in Human Resources) from the University of Kelaniya.
GCE Ordinary Level
GCE Ordinary Level
Passed GCE Ordinary Level examination in 2001.
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