Pasan Manukith Elevated to Deputy Chief Information Officer at Sampath Bank PLC

Pasan Manukith has been elevated to the position of Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO) at Sampath Bank PLC, marking another milestone in his distinguished career spanning over 36 years in Sri Lanka’s banking and information technology sector.

Manukith has been associated with Sampath Bank since 1990, building an extensive career within the organisation and progressing through its technology leadership structure. His career progression includes serving as Assistant General Manager Information Technology, a position reflected in the bank’s annual reports.

Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to the bank’s evolving technology landscape, combining extensive banking industry knowledge with expertise in information systems, technology management and project leadership.

In his new role, Manukith is expected to contribute to advancing Sampath Bank’s technology strategy, strengthening its IT architecture and infrastructure, and supporting the integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and fintech innovations, into its digital banking ecosystem.

His professional background also includes expertise in project management, supported by his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and postgraduate qualifications in Information Systems Management.

His elevation reflects a career built on decades of institutional experience, technological expertise and leadership, as Sampath Bank continues to strengthen its digital capabilities in an increasingly technology-driven banking environment.