The Public Employment Services (PES) Unit serves as a dynamic platform connecting job seekers with employers to enhance employment opportunities and foster a skilled, adaptable workforce. By offering a range of services such as career guidance, skills training referrals, job placement assistance, and entrepreneurial support, PES plays a critical role in reducing unemployment, bridging skills gaps, and promoting job creation. The Head Office hosts a dedicated Public Employment Services Division, providing oversight, guidance, and strategic leadership. Across all 25 districts, PES Centers operate under this division to ensure services reach ground-level communities, empowering individuals nationwide. The Unit works in partnership with educational institutions, vocational training centers, and private sector employers to support economic growth and provide meaningful, decent work opportunities for all. Through career fairs, networking events, entrepreneurial resources, and personalized support, PES ensures that every individual can unlock their potential and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic development.
Functions performed by Public Employment Service Division
Job matching process - Connecting Talent with Opportunities
Our job matching process is dedicated to bridging the gap between talented job seekers and the evolving needs of employers by offering tailored support at no cost. By understanding the unique skills, aspirations, and potential of individuals, we connect them with meaningful opportunities that align with their career goals. Leveraging our extensive network of employers, industry experts, and training partners, we facilitate precise and impactful matches that benefit both candidates and organizations. This approach not only promotes a stronger workforce but also drives economic growth by ensuring the right talent is connected to the right opportunities at the right time.
The functions of the job matching process as follows,
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Registration of job seekers
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Registration of job providers
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Publishing the vacancies of the registered job providers(private and semi government)
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Job matching process
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Refferals for training opportunities
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Career Guidance Services
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Establishing partnership with all stakeholders.
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Coordinating and administering district level PES centers
Empowering Employment & Entrepreneurship
- Facilitating Employability Enhancement Programs
This initiative focuses on driving economic growth by creating diverse pathways to meaningful work. We empower individuals through tailored career support, skills training, and entrepreneurial resources that enable them to thrive in today’s evolving job market. By fostering partnerships with industry leaders, training institutions, and local communities, we provide a supportive ecosystem where job seekers can find employment and aspiring entrepreneurs can build and sustain their own businesses. Through this integrated approach, we aim to unlock potential, reduce unemployment, and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic resilience and innovation.
