Senior PHP Developer Consultant for Electronic Government Procurement System

Key Responsibilities (as per TOR): • Develop and maintain the existing PROMISe software system hosted at the SLT Data Center ensuring stable and error-free operations. • Implement approved software change requests to meet evolving operational and user requirements. • Develop and integrate the SLT Rainbow Pages database into the current PROMISe system.

• Optimize and manage the MySQL database for performance, reliability, and scalability. • Develop management reports, analytics outputs, and monitoring dashboards. • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve runtime and operational system issues. • Collaborate with team members and end-users to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues.

• Collaborate with other entities involved in supporting the development process. • Participate in meetings, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Support the preparation and execution of PROMISe Version 2.1 migration to Microsoft Azure. • Prepare and maintain essential technical documentation including system architecture, code updates, deployment instructions, and configuration notes.

• Carry out any additional duties assigned by the Director General, Department of Public Finance. Qualification: •Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline from a recognized university. Experience: •Minimum of five (05) years of professional experience in PHP development. •Strong expertise in MySQL database design, optimization, and management.

•Linux experience is required. •Hands-on experience in Application-level & Database Security. •Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including deployment and resource management. •Proficiency in API development and integration. •Working knowledge of DevOps / CI/CD pipelines using Git or Azure DevOps. •Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. •Good communication and teamwork skills.

Please refer following websites for the detailed Terms of References (TORs): www.treasury.gov.lk Method of Selection: (i) Structured Computer-Based Test/Written Test A structured computer-based test will be conducted as the first stage of the selection process to objectively assess the candidates’ knowledge, analytical ability, and job-related competencies.

(ii) Cutoff Mark and Shortlisting Criteria: Candidates who achieve a score above the pre-determined cutoff mark (More than 75 Marks) will be eligible for shortlisting. Only those who meet or exceed this cutoff will be considered for the next stage. (iii) Interview and Final Selection:Only the shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face or panel interview.

The interview will focus on assessing the candidates’ professional experience, problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and suitability for the role.

Basis for hiring individual consultants: The consultant will be hired for a period of one (01) year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance and project requirements under the Sri Lanka Public Financial Management Strengthening Project (SLPFMSP), Department of Public Finance (DPF).

Remuneration/ Consultancy fee: The individual Consultant will be remunerated on a monthly basis within a range of LKR. 200,000.00 to LKR.400,000.00 and the final amount would be negotiated based on the qualification and experience. Nature of the Appointment: This position is a full-time, in-house role with standard working hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

In cases of urgent or emergency situations, employees are expected to work outside regular working hours, with the flexibility to set off these working hours. Reporting Authority: The Consultant will report to the Project Manager or a Senior ICT Consultant nominated by the Project Management, under the overall supervision of Additional Director General (e-GP) of Public Finance / Director General of Public Finance.

Candidates should submit a statement of preference for the position they have applied for. Please submit your resume with the contact details of two non-related referees, together with copies of documents to prove educational and professional qualifications and relevant experience.

Applications should be sent to the Director General, Department of Public Finance, Ministry of Finance, Planning & Economic Development, The Secretariat, Colombo 01, or emailed to egphr@promise.lk on or before 06th January 2026.

The position applied for should be clearly indicated on the top left-hand corner of the envelope and sent by Registered Post or delivered in person to the above address on or before the closing date. For further information, please contact the Director, Department of Public Finance during office hours (8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.) at the following numbers: Telephone: 011-248 4634 / 011-215 1400 (Ext.

1218, 1733) Director General Department of Public Finance Ministry of Finance, Planning & Economic Development The Secretariat Colombo-01 Date: 23rd December 2025 Agency: eGP Secretariat Procurement method: Individual Consultant Selection Notice type: Request for Expression of Interest Status: Published Value: 16000.0 USD