Sahan Jayawarna
About Sahan Jayawarna
Sahan Jayawarna serves as the Deputy General Manager and Head of Market & Revenue Planning at airtel, where he has worked since 2016. He holds multiple qualifications in finance, project management, and information technology, including an MBA and a Master of Financial Economics.
Current Role at Airtel
Sahan Jayawarna serves as the Deputy General Manager and Head of Market & Revenue Planning at Airtel. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the strategic planning and revenue generation efforts of the company. His role involves analyzing market trends, developing revenue strategies, and overseeing the implementation of initiatives aimed at enhancing market performance.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Sahan Jayawarna has a strong educational background in finance and management. He studied at the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA-UK), achieving the FCMA designation from 2002 to 2005. He also holds a Master of Financial Economics from the University of Colombo, obtained in 2013, and an MBA from the Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, completed in 2010. Additionally, he earned a B.Sc. (Special) in Mathematics and Computer Science with First Class Honours from the University of Colombo from 2002 to 2006.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Airtel, Sahan Jayawarna accumulated diverse experience in various roles across the telecommunications and technology sectors. He worked at IFS R&D International (pvt) Limited as a Software Engineer and later as an Industrial Trainee. He spent three years at Dialog Telekom PLC as a Software Engineer and Senior Executive in Business Analysis. His tenure at Etisalat Lanka included roles as Manager of Strategic Planning and Analytics, and Senior Manager of Commercial Strategy. He also served as Finance Manager at Hutch, Sri Lanka.
Certifications and Specializations
Sahan Jayawarna has obtained several professional certifications that enhance his expertise in project management and information technology. He achieved the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA, in 2011. Additionally, he studied Information Technology at the Chartered Institute for IT (UK), earning the MBCS designation in 2006. These qualifications support his capabilities in managing projects and utilizing technology effectively in business contexts.
Academic Background
Sahan Jayawarna's academic journey began at Ananda College, Colombo, where he completed his Advanced Level studies in Mathematics from 1993 to 2001. He furthered his education in higher studies at the University of Colombo, where he pursued Mathematics and Computer Science, culminating in a B.Sc. (Special) with First Class Honours. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his pursuit of advanced degrees and professional certifications in finance, management, and project management.