SHANKHI AMANDA SURIARACHCHI
Marketing | Communications | Project Coordination Professional
Versatile marketing and project coordination professional with experience in international development, trade facilitation, corporate communications, digital marketing and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to coordinate high-level events, manage publications, support international projects and build strategic partnerships.
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Work Experience
National Team Assistant
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Jun 2025 — Jan 2026
- Coordinated conferences, workshops, and stakeholder events, managing logistics, procurement, registrations, and event execution
- Served as the primary liaison between UNIDO Headquarters and the Sri Lanka Country Office, supporting operational and financial coordination
- Managed stakeholder communication with panelists, speakers, and service providers to ensure successful event delivery
- Utilized SAP to monitor payments and supported project implementation through regular progress tracking and reporting
Lecturer- Part Time
AIB Sri Lanka
Jan 2024 — May 2025
- Developed teaching material and delivered interactive lectures and assessments.
- Provided academic guidance and constructive student feedback.
Trade and Marketing Executive
The European Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (ECCSL)
Oct 2022 — Aug 2023
- Managed trade inquiries and facilitated collaboration between ECCSL members, European trade partners, diplomatic missions, and government institutions
- Coordinated the Transport & Logistics and Power & Energy Market Access Committees, including meeting management, documentation, and follow-up actions
- Planned and executed trade events, seminars, and stakeholder engagement initiatives to promote business and investment opportunities
- Managed the publication of the ECCSL Monthly Newsletter and Eurolink Magazine, overseeing content development and stakeholder contributions
- Developed strategic partnerships and business linkages to strengthen trade and investment relations between Sri Lanka and Europe
Online Brand Executive
E-W Information Systems Limited (EWIS)
Dec 2019 — Mar 2022
- Managed digital marketing campaigns, social media platforms, website content, and corporate communications to enhance brand visibility
- Developed marketing collateral, including press releases, brochures, packaging, and branding materials, ensuring brand consistency
- Collaborated with global technology partners, including Intel and Microsoft, on corporate marketing initiatives
- Conducted market research and prepared a feasibility study for the Export Development Board (EDB) on international market expansion opportunities
Junior Marketing Executive
Hayleys Advantis – Travel & Aviation
Sep 2018 — Oct 2019
- Supported marketing and business development initiatives through market research, strategic partnerships, and product portfolio expansion
- Coordinated with international partners, contributing to Hayleys Travels becoming the exclusive Sri Lankan representative for Norwegian Cruise Lines
- Developed content for press releases, media communications, and digital marketing campaigns while managing social media activities
Skills
Project CoordinationEvent ManagementStakeholder EngagementCorporate CommunicationsTrade FacilitationSocial Media ManagementContent DevelopmentNewsletter & Magazine ManagementResearchReport WritingPresentation Skills
Education
Master of Development Studies
University of Colombo
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing & Diploma in Marketing, Fully completed
Chartered Institute of Marketing
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business Management, First Class Honours/ Gold Medalist
Staffordshire University/APIIT Sri Lanka
Diploma in Digital Marketing, Distinction
Sri Lankan Institute of Marketing- SLIM
References
Mr Nicholas Dehold
Project Manager · United Nations Industrial Development Organization
Former Manager
[email protected] · +43 677 62919436
Mr Hatem Rajabdeen
President · The European Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (ECCSL)
Former Manager
[email protected] · +94 77 878 8783
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Gold Medalist
Best Graduate, APIIT Business School
First Class Honours
International Business Management
Experience
Working with UNIDO, ECCSL, EWIS and Hayleys Group