Mr. A.J.M. Irshad is the former Assistant Commissioner of Local Government for the Eastern Province. He is a courageous and dedicated professional with over 36 years of experience, possessing strong administrative and coordination skills of the highest calibre.
Before serving as the Assistant Commissioner for nearly 14 years, Mr. Irshad held the position of Special Grade Community Development Officer at the same office. Throughout his career, he has provided guidance to local authority bodies and conducted training in various aspects of local governance, including council meeting procedures, financial management, solid waste management, and development project implementation.
Mr. Irshad has also participated in international training programs focused on solid waste management, public-private partnerships, and local government affairs, further enhancing his expertise in these areas.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.