I am a Ph.D.-qualified botanist and science professional with expertise in plant sciences, agricultural practices, research, monitoring and evaluation, and academic instruction.
I have experience managing experimental research, scientific reporting, field data collection, and programme analysis. My research background has strengthened my critical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
In the humanitarian and development sector, I have supported community health, WASH, livelihood, resilience, and vulnerable-population interventions. I have worked with field teams, local authorities, NGOs, and community groups to monitor programme performance and improve service delivery.
I have coordinated monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning activities, including field monitoring visits, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and incorporation of community feedback into project planning.
I am also passionate about teaching and mentoring students. As a visiting lecturer in agro technology, I combine academic instruction with practical, field-based agricultural knowledge.
My professional interests include teaching, scientific research, administration, management, data science, and NGO social work. I aim to contribute to impactful programmes, academic excellence, and sustainable agricultural and community-development outcomes.
I work as a freelance consultant, visiting lecturer, and agricultural specialist. I provide academic instruction for the Diploma in Agro Technology programme and contribute expertise in field-based agricultural practices.
My work combines NGO consultancy experience with scientific and agricultural knowledge to support learners and professional stakeholders.
I conducted field monitoring visits and coordinated monitoring and evaluation activities for the FORUT Project. I analysed programme data to assess implementation progress and project performance.
I collaborated with local authorities, NGOs, and community groups to improve service delivery and strengthen community resilience.
I led monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning activities, ensuring systematic tracking of project outputs and outcomes. I supported effective monitoring processes and programme learning.
I strengthened engagement with local stakeholders and incorporated community feedback into project planning to improve the safety, well-being, and resilience of vulnerable populations.
I collected, managed, and analysed field data related to community health, WASH, and livelihood interventions for malnourished children in Sri Lanka's Northern Province.
I contributed to monitoring and reporting systems that informed project decisions and supported improved health and resilience outcomes.
I served as a Project Fellow and Junior Research Fellow for three years under a University Grants Commission-funded research project.
I supported experimental research activities in botany, applying research, analytical, and scientific reporting skills.
I worked part-time as an Administrative Officer, overseeing key aspects of hospital operations and supporting efficient day-to-day functioning.
I contributed administrative coordination and operational oversight in a healthcare environment.
I worked part-time as a medical-in-charge in a pharmacy, supervising daily pharmacy operations.
I helped ensure activities were carried out efficiently and in compliance with regulatory standards.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Botany
Highly Commended.
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Botany
GPA: 8.44. First Class with Distinction. University Rank in the postgraduate programme.
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Botany
GPA: 8.31. First Class.
Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C.)
Equivalent to G.C.E. A/L. Aggregate: 67%.
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (S.S.L.C.)
Equivalent to G.C.E. O/L. Aggregate: 88.8%.
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