Internal Affairs Unit (IAU)

Internal Affairs Unit
Internal Affairs Unit

The Internal Affairs Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism was established with effect from 9th April 2025, in accordance with PS/SB/Circular/2/2025 dated 18 Feb 2025

The overall objective of establishing Internal Affairs Units is to create a public service in Sri Lanka that is free from bribery and corruption while safeguarding the integrity of public officials.This is consistent with Sri Lanka's obligations under Article 156 of the Constitution to implement the UN Convention Against Corruption and international conventions relating to corruption prevention to which Sri Lanka is a party, as well as fulfilling the objectives of the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023 and other related government initiatives.

The IAU in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism was established with effect from 9th April 2025.

Accordingly, if you become aware of any anomalies, corruption, or allegations within the Ministry, you can report the information or complaints to the Internal Affairs Unit located on our Ministry premises, either anonymously or with your identity, using the indicated communications methods.

* Directing information/complaints to the complaint box located in the Ministry Premises  

* Directing via post 

Internal Affairs Unit
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism
Republic Building,
Sir Baron Jayathillake Mawatha, 
Colombo 01

* Informing via email address - iau@mfa.gov.lk  

* Informing via telephone Numbers - 011-7711107

* Informing via WhatsApp No. 0778506992

* Informing via QR Code 

Informing via QR Code
Key Objectives
Key Objectives

1. Prevent corruption in the institution and cultivate a Culture of Integrity.

2. Ensure transparency and accountability in all activities of the Institution and ensure public access to information Regarding institutional practices and decisions.

3.  Promote ethical governance within the institution.

4.  Develop a secure and accessible system to encourage reporting misconduct, protect whistleblowers and maintain confidentiality.

5.  Support legal enforcement through collaboration with law enforcement agencies and the Commission to Investigate Allegation of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC)

Responsibilities and Functions
Responsibilities and Functions

1.   Examine current procedures and circulars to identify systemic bottlenecks within the institution and simplify them to enhance operational efficiency.

2.   Conduct Corruption Risk Assessments (CRAs) to identify areas in the institution vulnerable to corruption and unethical conduct and take targeted preventive measures

3.   Develop and implement an Institutional Integrity Action Plan outlining specific anticorruption objectives and strategies tailored to the institution’s needs.

4.   Ensure full compliance with national anti-corruption goals by aligning institutional policies and practices with the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan.

5.   Conduct regular compliance reviews to assess the institution’s compliance with national and international anti-corruption laws, including the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023, and identify areas for improvement.

6.   Ensure compliance with Asset Declaration requirements for all public officials and employees, and manage conflicts of interest in accordance with CIABOC regulations and the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023.

7.   Establish a secure system to receive and manage complaints related to corruption and unethical conduct in the institution; ensure that all such complaints are promptly addressed by relevant officials or units; and provide regular feedback to the parties involved, ensuring transparency and accountability. If necessary, refer relevant facts, findings or information to the CIABOC for investigation under the Anti-Corruption Act.

8.   Develop and publish a Citizen’s Charter outlining services provided by the institution.

9.   Establish and enforce policies that promote ethical governance, including a standardized code of conduct to be adhered to by public officials.

10. Implement measures, including training and awareness creation, to motivate employees to commit to anti-corruption principles.

11.  Act as the institutional focal point for the National Anti-Corruption Integrity Assessment, ensuring that the institution participates in and aligns with the integrity assessment processes, as guided by CIAВОС and the national anti-corruption framework.

12.  Maintain liaison with the CIABOC to receive ongoing guidance and support in executing the Unit’s duties.

13. Produce periodic and annual reports summarizing the IAU’s activities, progress in anticorruption initiatives, challenges faced, and recommendations for further actions.

14.  Collaborate with private sector stakeholders to plan and implement integrity development programs.

Composition
Composition

 

Positions of Internal Affairs Unit

Name of the Officer

Designation

 

Head of IAU 

 

Ms.Himalee Arunatilaka

 

Head of IAU and Additional Secretary/Economic Affairs, Africa Affairs, Latin America & Caribbean, and PR & I

 

Integrity officer 

Mrs. Kumudunie Abeykoon 

                    

Leagal Officer

 

 

 

Foreign Affairs 

Mr. S. H. Fernando 

 

Chief Finance Officer 

Ms.J.A.D.S.P.Wijegunasekara

Director General  

Middle East Division

 

Mr.Mashanka Liyange

Director

 

 

 

 

 

Foreign Employment

Mr. M.M.S.S.B Yalegama

Addl. Secretary (Development)

 

Mr. J.S.  Prasad Piyasena

Addl. Sec(Admin)    

 

Ms.Asha Hapuarachchi

Senior Assistant Secretary 

Mrs. G. A. Rasika Perera

                    

Director / Planning 

Mr.C.P.Lokugalappaththi

Chief. Accountant  

 

 

 

 

 

Tourism

T.M.J.W Thennakoon

Addl. Secretary (Admin)

Mr. S.L. Naseer

Addl. Secretary (Development)

 

Mr. H. P. Somathilaka        

Director General (Planning)

Mr.P.Jeyarajah

Chief Finance Officer

Mr. P.Lurentheran

Chief Internal Auditor

Supportive Staff

Ms. W.A.K.P. Maduwanthi

Development Officer 

Contact Details
Contact Details

Emails - iau@mfa.gov.lk

Phone - 0117711107

WhatsApp - 0778506992

Subject Officer - Ms .A.K.P.Wanniarachchi
                             Development Officer