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Epi Matanakilagi Ratakele

Epi Matanakilagi Ratakele

Lautoka

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Officer

Homes of Hope, Fiji
01.2022
  • Maintain and continue building relationships with CSO network.
  • Provides legal expertise for Department, related legislation for Homes of Hope where needed.
  • Supervises and coordinates all community related outreaches and awareness programs.
  • Liaising with Government Stakeholders, Law Enforcement Agencies, Service providers, NGO’s, CSO’s & FBO’s. Contributes to Strategic Development of Homes of Hope.
  • Deliver Training Programs on Campus and within Communities on Risk indicators of Forced Sex, Commercial Sexual Exploitations, Sex Trafficking & Human Trafficking.
  • Develop collaborative relationships with current and new stakeholders, attending official events and regional, international, and national meetings to promote the Vision, mission of Homes of Hope.
  • Manages and monitors the impact and effectiveness of Homes of Hope Projects within the Community. Helps Re-integration procedures where needed.
  • Participates in National Celebration Days.
  • Conducts Re-integration follow ups with the communities who have reintegrated home.
  • Other duties as and when required by the Project Director including Homes of Hope Campus programs.

Field Justice Officer

Homes of Hope, Fiji
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Deliver training programs on campus and within communities on building investigative reporting.
  • Coordinate and conduct basic investigative reporting and community policing during re-integration processes which includes home visits, family conferences, group training, and goal setting.
  • Work within the investigative and community policing systems of the community to bring a culture of freedom from forced sex for women, girls, and children.
  • Maintain and continue building relationships with CSO network and Government stakeholders.
  • Develop collaborative relationships with current and new stakeholders through attending official events at regional, national, and international meetings as well as making courtesy calls and visits on a regular basis.
  • Attend workshops, trainings and peer mentoring sessions for self-development including virtual platforms.
  • Ensure all victims receive appropriate care and legal assistance by effectively communicating, empowering and liaising with HoH teams, law enforcement, prosecutions, and appropriate partners.

Graduate Internship Policy Division

Ministry of Defence, National Security and Policing
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Facilitate, carry out trainings and workshops on Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) held at Peninsula on the importance/ benefits and impacts to Fiji and its relevance to Fiji’s status.
  • Updating International Atomic Emergency Agency (IAEA) information under the UN mandated database based on any proposed Fiji’s Nuclear Development and update Ministry of Foreign Affairs to any pertain information.
  • Carry out Research on the Developments in the field of Information and Telecommunications into the context of International Security facilitated by UN International Open Ended Working Group.
  • Participate on a 5-day virtual at the Ministry of Defence facilitated by OEWG UN in updating other global countries regarding Fiji’s ideas, experience, and status in relation to the developments in the field of Information and Telecommunications into the context of International Security.
  • Draft ATT Small Light Weapons RFMF Data Base Report facilitated by its implementing partner – Centre Arm Violence Reduction (CAVR) Australia.
  • Develop way forward for Fiji acceding into the Arms Trade Treaty.
  • Carry out Stakeholders and Government Ministries consultation in relation to any proposed amendments to Fiji’s existing laws and jurisdiction in collaboration with Solicitor General’s office (SGO) Develop Cabinet Papers/ information Papers and tabled to SGO for further vetting before submitted to Parliamentary Standing Committee.
  • Drafting of Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) written Analysis of Fiji’s status in acceding into the Treaty.
  • Update existing and current policies of all Government Acts and Laws especially the Fiji Police Force and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.
  • Drafting of Maritime Security Strategy and developing its Terms of References and carrying out consultation to various key stakeholders and Ministries in addressing the importance of Maritime Security Strategy in the Pacific.
  • Research and Development to any new agenda that Fiji has not signed into any bilateral cooperation, thorough research into the agenda and develop presentation to Manager Police and other key stakeholders.
  • Effective Research of information as requested and develop written analysis based on the information and present to Manager Police for further vetting and analysis before final submission to PS/ Hon. Minister.
  • Developing of Memorandums and Minutes for the Ministry pertain to any high-level request for economic development and any other agendas.
  • Develop talking points for Permanent Secretary, Manager Police, Ministers, at Ministerial, Director level positions.
  • Develop power point presentation to any existing international convention already in place, review the existing controls, and table submission to Parliamentary Standing Committee for further Cabinet Approval.
  • Develop RFMF Small Arms Tracking Data Base training for RFMF Armorers, IT Technicians at FTG in ensuring a transparent and accountable Arms Database stationed at all RFMF’s Armouries.
  • Drafting of Fiji’s final response towards the Amendments of IAEA’s Small Quantities protocol. Drafting of the “MEMORANDUM” regarding the invitation to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX- 2021) & the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) on February 21 – 25, 2021 in Abu Dhabi.
  • Drafting of the “MEMORANDUM” in response to the comments regarding Marine Scientific within Fiji’s Exclusive Zone.

Assistant Academic Officer

Fiji National University
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Delegated to look after Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in terms of student enrolment, data entry of student profile into Student Soft (SS), print results, provide letter of approval/acceptance, and select applicants on quota basis.
  • Conduct minor counselling for continuing and existing students enrolled into the program and perform other administrative duties/project relating to MBBS.
  • Facilitate and arrange panels to attend Student Academic Disciplinary Committee (SADC) for students who didn't pass MBBS with a purpose to continue to another semester.
  • Ensure that the carrier of the department to its individuals, lecturers and students is sufficient and effective.
  • Assist our Manager Academic Services by meeting the deadlines set and reaching the goals of the Department.
  • Advice lecturers, staff and students on queries submitted in regard to MBBS.
  • Assist Manager Academic Services in compiling confidential documents, compiling reports as and when required.
  • Prepare well timed MBBS reports and submit to Manager Academic Services.
  • At all times be professional and serve students and different staffs in a courteous way.

Supply Chain Support Officer

Fiji Electricity Authority (EFL)
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Maintain and update Tender, Tender Register, Correspondence Files and Re- Projects/ Network Projects Files.
  • Assist with obtaining /facilitating quotes for local and international purchases. Prepare requisition forms for Service Companies (Air conditioning, Office Cleaning, Security, Plumbing etc.)
  • Assist and organize bookings for accommodation, travel for FEA staff.
  • Update and maintain monthly records for fleet, supplier performance etc.
  • Assist the Unit Leader (UL) Supply Chain with other duties assigned from time to time.
  • Maintain the OHS requirements of both FEA and Fiji Legislation.
  • Filing of customer applications accrued from Western, Northern and Central Division.
  • Ensure that each customers follow the proper procedures whilst applying for Gov. Subsidy.
  • Calling customers to update accurate documentation hen applying for any Government subsidy scheme.
  • Filling and creation of customers personal file for record keeping.
  • Month end report submission to our General Manager Customer Services for Board presentation and audit.
  • Continuous update of customer’s profile and personal information.
  • Generate Data Clean Up.
  • Entering of new data between internal and external clients.
  • Continuous update of data between various clients.
  • Tabulation and analyse of existing and new data into final submission reports.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - International Affairs and Diplomacy

University of the South Pacific
01.2020

Post Graduate - Library Information Research Skills (IRS)

University of the South Pacific
01.2020

Post Graduate Diploma - Entrepreneurship and Management

Fiji National University
01.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Management and Marketing

Fiji National University
01.2016

Diploma - Management Studies

Fiji National University
01.2014

Skills

  • Facilitation & Public Speaking: Experienced in leading stakeholder meetings, community forums, and national conferences on CTIP
  • Training & Capacity Building: Skilled in designing and delivering training programs for professionals, including airline staff
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to collaborate with government, NGOs, CSOs, and international partners
  • Curriculum Review & Toolkit Development: Contributed to the evaluation and standardization of national awareness toolkits on trafficking
  • Community Outreach & Advocacy: Facilitated awareness sessions in local communities, addressing sensitive issues like CSA and TIP
  • Inter-agency Collaboration: Worked closely with organizations such as The Asia Foundation, USAID, IOM, and Homes of Hope
  • Gender & Child Protection Sensitivity: Knowledgeable in issues related to child sexual abuse and trafficking, with a trauma-informed approach
  • Event Coordination: Coordinated national and regional-level meetings and taskforce engagements
  • Great Communications & listening skills
  • Confident phone manner & professionalism
  • Strong Time Management
  • Team Player with positive attitude
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking attributes
  • Ability to work independently in fast paced working environment
  • Fast learner & ability to changing working environment
  • Team Leader attributes
  • Peace maker through negotiation skills and conflict situations
  • Report analysis
  • Community engagement
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Stakeholder management
  • Operational planning
  • Risk assessment
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Condition assessment
  • Data collection
  • Field research
  • Monitoring and evaluation

Timeline

Field Justice Officer

Homes of Hope, Fiji
01.2023 - 09.2024

Field Officer

Homes of Hope, Fiji
01.2022

Graduate Internship Policy Division

Ministry of Defence, National Security and Policing
01.2020 - 01.2021

Assistant Academic Officer

Fiji National University
01.2016 - 01.2017

Supply Chain Support Officer

Fiji Electricity Authority (EFL)
01.2015 - 01.2016

Post Graduate - Library Information Research Skills (IRS)

University of the South Pacific

Post Graduate Diploma - Entrepreneurship and Management

Fiji National University

Bachelor of Commerce - Management and Marketing

Fiji National University

Diploma - Management Studies

Fiji National University

Post Graduate Certificate - International Affairs and Diplomacy

University of the South Pacific

References

Ilisoni, Saladuadua Lieutenant Colonel, 

Director Training and Doctrine (DTRADOC)

Commanding Officer- 6th Infantry Regiment (6FIR)

Territorial Forces Brigade, Nasinu, Suva, Fiji,

Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Head Quarters. 

saladuaduaratu@gmail.com


Ms Kitiana Nakalevu, 

Policy Officer,

Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration and Veterans Affairs, 

Policing Unit

Level 2, Government Buildings, 

Suva.

kitiana.nakalevu@homeaffairs.gov.fj


Ms Inieta Benaca, 

Team Leader,  

Community Outreach Department

Homes of Hope Fiji, Wailoku

Tamavua.

inieta.benaca@hopefiji.org


Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Training

  • 2024: First Aid Training- Red Cross Fiji
  • 2024: National Fire Warden Training – National Fire Authority of Fiji
  • 2024: Trauma Inform Care Training – NZ Tearfund in collaboration with Homes of Hope
  • 2023: Political Economy Analysis Masterclass – The Asia Foundation (US Aid)
  • 2023: Basic Engagement, Investigation, Legal Training on Human Trafficking - LIFT International (Asia), Solomon Islands, Honiara.
  • 2022: Participation for Men’s Advocate Training in Eliminating Gender Based Violence
  • 2021: Countering Human Trafficking Training – International Organisation for Migration (UN IOM Fiji) in collaboration with Ministry of Defence & National Security.

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