Kavin Kodytuakku

• Collaborated closely with other business mentors to share best practices and continually enhance service quality.
• Facilitated networking connections between clients and relevant industry professionals, fostering beneficial partnerships.
• Assisted clients in developing persuasive presentations to secure investor funding or partnership opportunities.
• Guided entrepreneurs through the process of launching new ventures, ensuring a strong foundation for future growth.

As a Finance Advisor at Ministry of Justice - Te Kura Pasifika, I ensure financial stability, operational efficiency, and strategic alignment with the organization's objectives. My responsibilities include financial planning, analysis, stakeholder engagement, and process innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy, Budgeting, and Advisory

Communicate Te Kura’s purpose, strategy, vision, and values to stakeholders.

Provide financial advice to the Director, Team Leader, and project leads.

Develop and oversee budget-setting processes.

Monitor and report on financial performance.

Conduct financial analysis to optimize resource allocation.

Identify and implement process improvements.

Ensure transparency and accountability in budget reporting.

Financial Operations and Compliance

Manage daily financial operations.

Ensure accuracy in financial transactions and compliance with regulations.

Manage relationships with internal and external financial stakeholders.

Provide financial training and support to Pacific stakeholder court staff.

Promote adherence to financial policies and mitigate risks.

Process Improvement and Innovation

Identify and implement improvements in financial systems and procedures.

Lead initiatives to enhance reporting, efficiency, and accuracy.

Leverage insights for cost-saving and improved financial controls.

Relationship Management and Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with Te Kura Pasifika, Te Kura, Te Tari, and Te Tāhū o te Ture staff.

Engage with stakeholders to ensure transparent and effective financial management.

Act as a trusted partner, providing insights that support sustainability.

Develop and execute business strategies to achieve company goals and market growth.

Oversee daily operations, ensuring seamless workflow and service delivery.

Lead and manage cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.

Drive business development initiatives to expand client base and revenue streams.

Manage budgets, financial forecasting, and ensure profitability.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Analyze market trends to inform strategy and maintain a competitive edge.

Implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Successfully managed and led a team of 20 employees, including one Manager and four Assistant Managers. Personally handled the end-to-end recruitment process—interviewing, hiring, and training all team members to build a high-performing unit from the ground up.

Spearheaded the introduction of a investment company to the market by facilitating Sharia-compliant investment solutions, expanding the firm's product offerings and client base.

Actively represented the organization at the “Invest Sri Lanka Investment Forum – New York” held at the JW Marriott Essex House Hotel in September 2014, engaging with global investors and promoting cross-border investment opportunitie

Provided dedicated investment advisory services to some of Sri Lanka’s top-ranked high-net-worth individuals, delivering tailored solutions and building long-term client relationships.

Successfully introduced an entirely new segment of clientele to the company, significantly expanding the firm’s market reach and client portfolio.

Delivered exceptional revenue contributions, particularly during the 2009/10 financial year, playing a key role in the company’s overall growth and performance during a critical period.

Joined Asia Securities as an Investment Advisor and was promoted to Manager – Institutional Trading in 2006, in recognition of strong performance and leadership capabilities.

Honored as the company’s Best Performer in 2006, acknowledging outstanding contribution to business growth and client service.

Entrusted with leading the marketing function for CDAX, Sri Lanka’s first-ever internet-based share trading platform pioneered by Asia Securities in 2003. Through strategic marketing initiatives, successfully increased the number of online users tenfold, growing the platform’s user base to over 4,000 active clients by the time of departure.

Actively participated in key international investor promotion events, representing the company and promoting Sri Lankan investment opportunities in major financial hubs:

Dubai and Abu Dhabi – January 2005

Melbourne and Sydney – October 2005

Auckland and Wellington – November 2005

San Francisco and New York – September 2006

Expanded the company’s international reach by introducing two overseas agents—one based in Australia and another in Malaysia—to drive cross-border business development and client acquisition.

• Established long-term client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
• Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.

• Met with clients to generate new business and negotiate contracts.
• Contacted potential clients to pursue sales and gather funds.
• Met and collaborated with existing and prospective clients to ascertain financial goals and provide recommendations on investment solutions.

• Met with clients to generate new business and negotiate contracts.
• Contacted potential clients to pursue sales and gather funds.
• Researched companies and prepared presentations for management and prospective buyers.

• Contacted potential clients to pursue sales and gather funds.
• Met with clients to generate new business and negotiate contracts.
• Generated status reports, brief books and IPO pitches.
• Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with evolving industry trends, regulations, and product offerings.