Adimaitoga Tauyavunilotu William Rabuku
Lautoka,Fiji
Summary
Dynamic Environmental Science professional with extensive experience at Fiji National University and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. Proven expertise in conducting impactful environmental assessments and fostering sustainable practices. Strong analytical skills and exceptional communication abilities drive successful project outcomes while ensuring compliance with regulations. Committed to continuous learning and team collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Instructor in Environmental Science
Fiji National University
11.2020 - 07.2028
- The assistant instructor plays an active role in the academic direction of courses, encompassing teaching, training, academic assessment, and administrative tasks.
Course Coordinator for:
- ENS502: Introduction to Environmental Management.
- ENS504: Earth Processes and Resources.
- ENS603: Environmental Law
- ENS604: Research Methodologies.
- ENS611: Environmental Pollution.
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Consultant
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
01.2023 - 01.2026
- My core expertise includes conducting field surveys to identify and evaluate plant and animal species, particularly those that are rare, threatened, or endangered.
- I analyze habitat quality, biodiversity levels, and ecological sensitivity to help determine the project's footprint and guide mitigation strategies.
- Key responsibilities involve habitat mapping, species inventory, impact prediction, and the development of conservation and management plans.
- A consultant ensures compliance with national and international environmental regulations and biodiversity guidelines, providing critical input for project approval processes.
- My role is essential in promoting sustainable development by minimizing ecological disruption and supporting long-term environmental stewardship.
Environmental Science Tutor
Fiji National University
01.2018 - 11.2020
- The Tutor is required to assist all academic staff of the school in the delivery of programmed covering academic units, research works, laboratory demonstrations, and other related activities required by the program covering all Certificate and Diploma, and possibly Undergraduate Degree programs.
- The incumbent is also responsible to ensure that all activities associated with tutorials are in readiness, with application of OHS principles constantly at work and to facilitate learning and the advancement of knowledge by assisting the academic staff in the preparation of instructional materials for laboratory or workshop demonstration or use.
- Assist students with assignments and demonstrate techniques in the use of specialized equipment; may supervise the work of student assistants; and perform related work as required.
Environmental Science Lab Demonstrator
Fiji National University
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Preparation of Teahing Aids for the Laboratory/Workshop and ensuring that all the equipment and materials needed for the session are well prepared according to the instructions or procedures before the beginning of the session.
Lab Attachee
Fiji Veterinary Pathology Laboratory
04.2013 - 10.2013
- I worked in six respective disciplines, namely Bacteriology, Serology, Hematology, Histology, Parasitology, and the farm sampling method.
- Perform ELISA screening, diagnosis of Tuberculosis in cattle before slaughtering in the abattoir.
- Deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease covering all animal species, both domesticated and wild, with a wide range of conditions which can affect different species.
- Helps human health through the monitoring and control of zoonotic disease (infectious disease transmitted from non-human animals to humans), food safety, and indirectly through human applications.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Tertiary Teaching
Fiji National University
04.2026
Master of Environmental Science - Thesis
The University of the South Pacific
04.2026
Postgraduate Diploma - Science (Biology)
Fiji National University
01.2021
BSc. Science - Environmental Science
Fiji National University
01.2019
HE Diploma - Industrial Lab Technology
Fiji National University
01.2013
Form 5-7 -
Sila Central High School
01.2010
Fiji Seventh Form Certificate Examination -
01.2010
Fiji School Leaving Certificate Examination -
01.2009
Form 3-4 -
Ratu Sukuna Memorial School
01.2007
Class 1-8 -
Nausori Primary School
01.2005
Fiji Junior Certificate Examination -
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Planning and prioritization
- Goal setting
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Crisis management
- Team collaboration
- Continuous learning
- Self-management
- Communication skills
- Pleasant speaking voice
- Numeracy skills
- Budgeting expertise
- Technical proficiency
- Microsoft Office applications
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and judgment
Accomplishments
- 2025, Collaboration project with Virginia Commonwealth University, United States, on the title 'Teacher Education in the Age of AI: Systems, Ethics, and Equity,' completion in May 2026.
- 11/23/25 - 11/26/25, Attended the 53rd annual conference of the Oceania Comparative and International Education Society (OCIES) hosted by OCIES and the University of Canterbury in Otautahi, Christchurch, New Zealand.
- 05/11/25 - 05/19/25, Attended the Belt and Road Exchange Project 2025 Spring Session in Shanghai on STEM Teachers in the AI Era, Shanghai Normal University, China.
- 03/26/24 - 03/27/24, Attended the Proposal Development Training by Talanoa Consulting and UK International Development at Tanoa Skylodge Hotel, Nadi.
- 2024, Master's Research field project funded by a DevNet Pacific Development Research Awardee, New Zealand Development Studies Network.
- 2024, Publication: Tanuku, Meli Nakauvadra, Adimaitoga Tauyavunilotu William Rabuku, and RK Prajapati3 Sarvesh Chand. 'ISIR Journal of Business and Management Studies (ISIRJBMS).'
- 08/26/24 - 08/29/24, Attended the Pacific Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW), in Suva hosted by University of the South Pacific and Asia Pacific Network.
- 2023, Publication: Rabuku, A. T. W., & Cagivinaka, V. (2023). Farmers Resilience and Adaptation to Climate Change and Flooding-A Case Study of a Semi-Rural Settlement in Fiji. Journal of Namibian Studies, 33.
- 2020, Publication: Adimaitoga T. William Rabuku, Abdul Q. Malik, Natural radioactivity measurement of gold mine tailings in Vatukoula, Fiji Islands, Renew. Energy Environ. Sustain. 5, 10 (2020).
- 08/29/19, Attended workshop on Managing References & Creating Bibliographies with EndNote.
- 08/27/19, Writing for Publication – A Workshop for Beginners.
- 07/19, Attended workshop on Research facilitated by CEST Research Office, Fiji National University.
- 06/10/19 - 06/15/19, Attended the 8th International Student Conference on Environment & Sustainability, Tongji University, Shanghai, China.
- 07/01/18 - 06/30/19, Member of Fiji Environmental Law Association.
- 07/26/18 - 07/26/19, Member of Nature Fiji’s – Mareqeti Viti.
- 05/24/17, HACCP - Certificate of Attainment on Food Safety Management.
- 2015, Participated in publishing of 'The Bula Bebe Book' A beginner’s guide to Butterfly Watching in Fiji by Dr. Nihal Dayawansa_ Department of Biology.
- 2014, Basic First Aid Certificate – ST. John Association of Fiji.
- 2007, Participated in Australian Maths Competition.
Research Gate
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Adimaitoga_Rabuku
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/20/92
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Fijian
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Dr. Ulukalesi Tamata, Head of School, Department of Applied Science, Discipline Environmental Science, College of Engineering and TVET, hos-sos@fnu.ac.fj
- Dr. Ravi Dutt Sharma, Assistant Professor, Department of Pure Science, Discipline of Biology, College of Engineering and TVET, ravi.sharma@fnu.ac.fj
- Dr. Sanjay Anand, Lecturer (Agriculture & Food Technology), SAGEONS, The University of the South Pacific, Alafua Campus, Samoa, sanjay.anand@usp.ac.fj
- Dr. Ilisoni Leweniqila, Assistant Professor in Horticulture, College of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forests, Fiji National University, ilisoni.leweniqila@fnu.ac.fj
Hobbies and Interests
- Loves adventure
- Travelling
- Reading
- Socializing
- Swimming
- Playing sports
Orcid Id
0000-0003-2395-4942
Educational Achievements
- Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching, Fiji National University, 2025, awaiting graduation in April 2026
- Master of Environmental Science - Thesis, the University of the South Pacific, 2022-2025, awaiting graduation in April 2026
- Postgraduate diploma in science (biology), Fiji National University (2020-2021)
- BSc. Science in Environmental Science, Fiji National University (2016–2019)
- HE diploma in industrial lab technology, Fiji National University (2011-2013)
- Sila Central High School (2008–2010)
- Ratu Sukuna Memorial School (2006–2007)
- Nausori Primary School (1998–2005)
Timeline
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Consultant
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
01.2023 - 01.2026
Assistant Instructor in Environmental Science
Fiji National University
11.2020 - 07.2028
Environmental Science Tutor
Fiji National University
01.2018 - 11.2020
Environmental Science Lab Demonstrator
Fiji National University
01.2014 - 01.2018
Lab Attachee
Fiji Veterinary Pathology Laboratory
04.2013 - 10.2013
Graduate Certificate - Tertiary Teaching
Fiji National University
Master of Environmental Science - Thesis
The University of the South Pacific
Postgraduate Diploma - Science (Biology)
Fiji National University
BSc. Science - Environmental Science
Fiji National University
HE Diploma - Industrial Lab Technology
Fiji National University
Form 5-7 -
Sila Central High School
Fiji Seventh Form Certificate Examination -
Fiji School Leaving Certificate Examination -
Form 3-4 -
Ratu Sukuna Memorial School
Class 1-8 -
Nausori Primary School