The expert is highly proficient in sectors such as Culture, Education, Environment & Natural Resource Management, Administration, Corporate Social Responsibility, Decentralization, Local Development, and Advocacy. Fluent in English and a citizen of Papua New Guinea, they have extensive professional experience within the region, most notably through their role at the Foundation for People and Community Development Inc. As a Project Officer for the Building Community Level Climate Resilience (BCCR) project, the expert has been instrumental in delivering the project in collaboration with the Fred Hollows Foundation New Zealand and FPCD.

The expert holds a Bachelor of Environmental Health degree from Divine Word University in Madang, PNG, where they were deeply involved in relevant coursework such as Environmental Health and Safety, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and Environmental Health Management & Policy. Their technical capabilities are complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and project management.

The expert’s work experience includes conducting environmental health assessments and health risk assessments in various healthcare facilities in Madang Province, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. They have engaged with communities in climate change adaptation awareness and education, facilitating community mobilization, and distributing eco-friendly stoves, which have collectively enhanced local health standards and reduced ecological impacts.

The expert’s leadership roles have involved close collaboration with the Executive Director of FPCD and other technical officers, while actively engaging with stakeholders. They have also contributed to capacity-building activities and community outreach programs, fostering sustainable health-promoting communities that are adaptive to climate challenges.

In addition to their practical achievements, the expert is affiliated with the Environmental Health Association of Papua New Guinea and has published academic work on epidemiology and public health interventions. With certifications in Excel and Access, the expert continuously seeks to enhance their skillset and adapt to new challenges.