Mr. W. A. N. C. Weerathunga
Expert in Media & Communication Consultant
Former Media Secretary, Ministry of Irrigation

EDUCATION

  • Postgraduate Diploma / Master’s in Mass Media
    Sripalee Campus, University of Colombo.
  • Diploma in Communication and Media Studies
    University of Colombo.
  • Certificates in Creative Writing and Concept Development
    Lakehouse and Ministry of Mass Media.
  • Certificate Course in International Affairs
    BCIS.
  • Training Programmes on Rural Development
    IMPH, SLMA, Sarvodhaya.
  • GCE Advanced Level Examination
    Successfully completed in 1988.

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Director, Agri-Business (2022–Present)
    Wyamba Group of Company (BOI Approved Company).
  • Managing Director (2023–Present)
    KAN Strategic Solutions Pvt Ltd.
  • Media Secretary (2019–2022)
    Ministry of Irrigation.
  • Media Secretary (2015–2019)
    Ministry of Telecommunication
    – Managing Director, W&W Creation House and News Agency Pvt Ltd.
  • Media Secretary (2011–2015)
    Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skill Development.
  • Board Member (Director) (2010–2012)
    Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority.
  • Media Secretary (2009–2010)
    Ministry of Botanical Gardens and Public Recreation.
  • Director (Board Member) (2009–2010)
    Sugathadasa National Stadium Complex.
  • Media Secretary (2007–2009)
    Ministry of Irrigation and Water Management.
  • Private Secretary (2005–2007)
    Ministry of Skills Development.
  • Additional Director (2005–2007)
    National Youth Corps.
  • Coordinating Secretary (2004–2005)
    Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.
  • Director (2004–2005)
    Wildlife Trust Fund.
  • Senior HR Manager and Acting General Manager (2000–2004)
    DEVCO SHOWA (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Production and Coordinating Manager (1997–2000)
    DEVCO SHOWA (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Public Relations Secretary (1994–1997)
    Ministry of Power and Energy.
  • Director (Youth Affairs) (1994–2001)
    Gamisaraniya Project, Ministry of Power and Energy.
  • Media Advisor (1994–2001)
    Ministry of Irrigation, Power and Energy.
  • Junior Executive (1989–1994)
    Sampath Bank.
  • News Editor
    Hettigoda Group Business Magazine.
  • Field Officer
    Sri Lanka Sarvodhaya Movement.