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Research and Statistics Officer

About Candidate

By way of introduction, my name is Tarusila Ratuvakalevulevu. I am 34 years of age and currently live and work in Suva, Fiji. I am a Policy, Research Analyst, Statistics Officer, and Research Monitoring & Reporting professional with over eight years of experience supporting project implementation and Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) for regional development programmes across the Pacific, including NZMFAT- and donor-funded initiatives in multicultural and multi-country environments. Demonstrated expertise in program implementation, workplan coordination, logframe-based reporting, stakeholder engagement, and donor accountability, supported by a strong analytical background and the ability to translate complex data into evidence-based reporting and management decision-making.

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Research and Statistics Officer
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Education

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Master of Commerce (Economics) 2022
University of the South Pacific (USP)

Completed and Certificate received. I hold a Master of Commerce (Economics) from the University of the South Pacific (2022), building on a strong foundation in applied economic analysis, policy evaluation, and development economics.

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Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (Economics) 2018
University of the South Pacific (USP)

Completed and Certificate received. I also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (Economics) in 2018, further strengthening my analytical and research capabilities.

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Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Land Use Planning) 2013
University of the South Pacific (USP)

Completed and Certificate received. My academic background began with a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Land Use Planning) in 2013, which provided an interdisciplinary grounding in economics, spatial planning, and sustainable resource management.

Work & Experience

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Research and Statistics Officer August 2023 - September 2023
Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO)

• Supported implementation of regional, donor-funded research and development initiatives across Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste, ensuring alignment with approved workplans, budgets, and logframes. • Coordinated annual and country-specific implementation plans, tracking progress against indicators and supporting management decision-making through timely reporting. • Prepared program briefs, mission reports, technical reports, and donor updates, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with reporting requirements. • Conducted data analysis and interpretation to support regional tourism policy, development planning, and performance monitoring. • Supported Monitoring & Evaluation processes, including indicator tracking, performance reviews, and results-based reporting. • Delivered technical training on SPSS and NVivo to regional counterparts, strengthening institutional research and MEL capacity. • Developed project dashboards (Excel, Power BI) to visualise progress, trends, and performance metrics for internal and external stakeholders. • Contributed to the delivery and publication of major regional outputs under the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI), including IVS, BCI, and CAS reports used by governments and development partners.

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Research Officer – Policy & Monitoring January 2019 - July 2023
Ministry of Lands & Mineral Resources

• Drafted key policy documents and Cabinet submissions, ensuring alignment with ministerial priorities and national development goals. • Led the preparation of parliamentary statements and ministerial speeches from 2017 to 2023, tailored to legislative and public engagements. • Developed a range of strategic documents and frameworks, including: i. Risk Management Policy ii. Risk Mitigation Matrix iii. Concept Paper on the Impact of Climate Change on State Land Leases iv. Proposed Calculation Methodology for Sand and Gravel Royalty v. Research Students Policy vi. Data Policy • Provided high-level secretariat support for ministerial committees and regional/international forums, ensuring efficient coordination and documentation. • Monitored the implementation of capital projects, evaluated divisional business plans, and compiled performance reports to support executive decision-making. • Conducted in-depth research on land administration, mineral exploration, and groundwater resource management, while coordinating reporting staff to meet key deliverables. • Contributed to the preparation and publication of Annual Reports (2016, 2017/18, 2018/19), including the drafting of forewords for the Minister and Permanent Secretary. • Drafted communication materials and supported content development for the ministry’s website and social media platforms between 2017 and 2019.

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Research Officer – Report & Monitoring January 2016 - December 2018
Ministry of Lands & Mineral Resources

• Prepared, reviewed, and consolidated Annual Reports for submission to senior management for strategic review and endorsement. • Monitored the implementation of capital and operational projects in alignment with approved work plans, providing timely quarterly updates to the Ministry of Economy. • Collaborated with division heads and project managers to assess progress against targets and prepared comprehensive monitoring reports for executive oversight. • Assessed performance against ministerial targets and presented key findings and recommendations during monthly Senior Management Board meetings. • Authored summary articles and communication briefs highlighting key outcomes from ministerial visits, project launches, and field engagements. • Designed and implemented a Monitoring Matrix to support quarterly performance evaluations and enhance the effectiveness of project reporting and decision-making.

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Executive Officer and Technical Assistant March 2013 - December 2015
Ministry of Lands & Mineral Resources

• Provided dedicated secretariat support to the Executive Office, ensuring timely coordination of meetings, documentation, and internal communications. • Verified and analyzed divisional business plan reports and performance metrics to support evidence-based decision-making by senior leadership. • Organized and maintained aerial maps for land documentation, ensuring systematic archiving and ease of retrieval for technical assessments. • Coordinated internal team-building and staff events to support a positive work culture and foster collaboration across units. • Assisted with drafting internal memos, correspondences, and meeting minutes, contributing to effective information flow within the Ministry. • Monitored the timely submission of departmental reports and followed up with divisions to ensure alignment with ministry timelines. • Supported the collation of data for ministerial briefs and responses, contributing to the preparation of high-level executive updates. • Liaised with frontline officers to streamline communication between the Executive Office and technical departments. • Managed travel arrangements, logistical planning, and documentation support for executive-level field visits and engagements. • Ensured confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive files, documents, and correspondence within the Executive Office.