Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Sewwantha Dilshan Fernando

Sewwantha Dilshan Fernando

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Summary

NGO & Community Development

Compassionate social worker with a strong focus on community development and child welfare. Skilled in recruiting vulnerable children, managing sponsorship programs, and engaging with local communities. Experienced in case management and driving outreach initiatives to create positive change.


Caregiving & Social Services

Experienced caregiver and social worker, focused on supporting vulnerable individuals through counselling, case management, and community outreach. Passionate about providing emotional support and improving lives through practical care and relationship-building.


Business & Social Impact

Business-savvy entrepreneur and social worker with 11 years of managing a hardware business while being actively involved in social programs. Skilled in operations, client relations, and community engagement. Driven to make a positive social impact through both business and volunteer work.



Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sponsorship Coordinator

World Vision Organisation
Colombo (Sri Lanka), Welikanda
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Identified and registered the most vulnerable children for sponsorship programs.
  • Ensured sponsored children received ongoing support, benefits, and services.
  • Maintained regular communication between sponsors and children.
  • Collaborated with communities to implement child-focused development initiatives.
  • Promoted community-based development with a focus on child well-being.

Social Worker (Volunteer)

Open University of Sri Lanka
Kurunegala, Kurunegala
10.2017 - 05.2025
  • Actively involved in university-led social and community outreach programs.
  • Participated in organizing and delivering awareness campaigns, student support initiatives, and volunteer events.
  • Collaborated with fellow students and faculty to promote social responsibility and community engagement.

Businessman

Kotakanda Hardware (Family Business)
Kurunegala , Kurunegala
03.2012 - 05.2023
  • Ran a successful hardware business serving the construction sector.
  • Managed sales, inventory, procurement, and customer service.
  • Built strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and clients.
  • Handled finances, staffing, and daily operations.
  • Adapted to market trends to ensure steady growth.

Intern – Counselling & Social Support Department,

District Secretariat Office Kurunegala Sri Lanka
Kurunegala, Srilanka, Kurunegala
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in community counselling and outreach programs.
  • Helped maintain case files and supported client follow-ups.
  • Participated in awareness programs on mental health and social issues.
  • Gained experience in administrative and client support work.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

EGX Vocational Training Institute
Negombo, Sri Lanka
01.2025 - 04.2025

NVQ Level 4 - Plumbing

Vocational Training Authority
Sri Lanka
08.2023 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

The Open University
Sri Lanka
06.2017 - 02.2021

Foundation Course - Human Resource of Management

Institute of Personnel Management
Sri Lanka
04.2013 - 08.2013

Diploma in Computer Studies - Information Technology

Golden Key Institute of Information Technology
Sri Lanka
01.2007 - 09.2007

GCE Advanced Level - Arts and Languages

Department of Examinations
Colombo, Sri Lanka
/2010 - /2012

GCE Ordinary Level -

Department of Examinations
Colombo, Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Community Engagement
  • Child Protection & Advocacy
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Empathy & Compassion

Affiliations

  • Volunteering, Reading, Traveling, Creative Writing, Sustainable Living

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

EGX Vocational Training Institute
01.2025 - 04.2025

Sponsorship Coordinator

World Vision Organisation
03.2024 - 05.2025

NVQ Level 4 - Plumbing

Vocational Training Authority
08.2023 - 02.2024

Intern – Counselling & Social Support Department,

District Secretariat Office Kurunegala Sri Lanka
01.2020 - 01.2022

Social Worker (Volunteer)

Open University of Sri Lanka
10.2017 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

The Open University
06.2017 - 02.2021

Foundation Course - Human Resource of Management

Institute of Personnel Management
04.2013 - 08.2013

Businessman

Kotakanda Hardware (Family Business)
03.2012 - 05.2023

Diploma in Computer Studies - Information Technology

Golden Key Institute of Information Technology
01.2007 - 09.2007

GCE Advanced Level - Arts and Languages

Department of Examinations
/2010 - /2012

GCE Ordinary Level -

Department of Examinations
Sewwantha Dilshan Fernando