Kaititaake Itintaake
Tarawa,Kiribati
Summary
As professional advisor, deeply committed to delivering actionable insights and fostering collaborative environments. Extensive experience in strategic planning and conflict resolution ensures impactful contributions to team success. Known for adaptability and results-driven approach, excelling in problem-solving and relationship management.
Furthermore, experienced with providing strategic guidance and support to clients. Utilizes analytical skills and effective communication to drive solutions. Track record of fostering strong client relationships and delivering impactful advisory services.
Lastly, demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Partnership For Healthy Region Coordination Adviser/ PHR Coordinator
AUSTRALIAN DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE (DFAT), ABT GLOBAL/ SPECIALIST HEALTH SERVICES
08.2024 - 08.2025
- In partnership with the MHMS, as a PHR Country Coordinator, I support the implementation of PHR activities in Kiribati, ensuring effectiveness:
- Oversee implementation of PHR activities in Kiribati from within MHMS, ensuring good practice development and public health approaches in alignment with the DFAT development performance framework
- Provide technical inputs and advice to support implementation of PHR activities related to health policy, GEDSI or other priority areas
- Develop strong relationships with MHMS and ensure PHR activities support MHMS priorities where possible, ensuring the success of PHR activities
- In partnership with MHMS, support alignment and coordination of PHR Kiribati activities with MHMS and other health stakeholder activities:
- Lead the preparation of clear PHR workplans, progress reports and risk assessments and ensure AHC and GHD have full visibility
- Lead the preparation of clear PHR workplans and progress reports, aligned with MHMS, GoK and AHC Kiribati (Post) strategic plans and priorities
- Build strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders including partner government officials, multilateral organisations and donors to build networks and anticipate and respond to stakeholder needs and expectations
- Actively engage with MHMS-led sector coordination events and ensure PHR activities are well aligned with agreed national priorities and Australia's bilateral health program
- Lead public diplomacy activities for PHR Kiribati, ensuring a high level of visibility for programming
- Work with the AHC Kiribati to identify public engagement and dialogue opportunities, including how PHR partners can contribute to enhance visibility of PHR activities in Kiribati
- Support DFAT priorities and engagement with PHR, such as official travel to Kiribati and visits, including the preparation of programs and briefings
- Support development of high-quality communication and public diplomacy materials
Programme Analyst
UNITED NATIONS POPULATED FUND (UNFPA)
10.2020 - 08.2024
- As a programme Analyst, I play an active role in contributing quality support and effective management to the sub-regional office team and UNFPA activities within delegated authority which will contribute to the advanced equitable and comprehensive SRHR, particularly for women and girls through the following roles:
- Analyze and assess relevant political, social and economic trends and provide substantive input to project formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, joint programme activities and national development framework within the duty station's portfolio
- Provide policy advice and technical support in the effective delivery of the UNFPA Multi-Country Programme in Kiribati
- Establish, maintain and strengthen application of systems and procedures to ensure that the Fund's country programmes are firmly placed in the context of the ICPD Programme of Action, national development processes, the global development agenda, the achievement of the MDGs, the process of United Nations reform and develop enhancements as necessary
- Establish, maintain and strengthen collaborative professional relationships with government counterparts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donor agencies and civil society to exchange knowledge and experience and address emerging issues
- Influence national counterparts effectively and positively to jointly contribute to achieving UNFPA's mandate
- Facilitate the work of consultants, advisors and experts
- Assist the Sub Regional Office (SRO) in the development and implementation of programme delivery in the duty station and provide in-country support in its operation activities
- Support conducting research on technical expertise on activities within the organizational area of geographical/thematic responsibility and prepare reports at the request of the Director and/or Deputy Director
- Provide continuous monitoring and follow-up of all activities within the area of geographical/thematic responsibility, finalizing queries, questionnaires and summarize reports
- Support drafting background project papers/briefing documents, proposals, statements, talking points and reports on the programme and operational issues related to the operations of the geographical desk; contribute to their review, collate and provide feedback in close consultation with SRO
- Analyze, appraise and review incoming documents, correspondence to ensure quality and relevance of subject and themes
- Monitor and report on reproductive health commodity security support and requirements, in country of assignment in close cooperation with the SRO
- Monitor the implementation of tasks assigned to the country offices within the area of geographical responsibility and provide overall support to the office and staff management, participate in in-house reviews and meetings and coordinate the preparation of inputs to periodic and annual reports
- Liaise between the Kiribati country presence office and other offices of UNFPA and UN sister agencies to obtain relevant information, feedback and advice to be directed to the SRO Director, Deputy Director and/or Assistant Representative
- Assist in the preparation of national and regional events within the area of geographical and thematic responsibility
- Monitor project expenditures and disbursements to ensure delivery is in line with approved budgets, targeted delivery levels are realized, identify operational and financial problems, and develop solutions
- Provide clarifications to the country offices on application of operational guidelines ensuring quality and compliance with procedures and requirements
Social Health Worker
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Identifying underlying mental illness that may lead to the causes of gender base violence
- Advocacy on social health related issues
- Assist patients and families in understanding the state of illness and to follow certain medical diagnoses
- Offer psycho-social counselling to patients and families
- Recommend and refer patients to appropriate support services to assist them to deal with changes in physical, mental or emotional health
- Evaluate services and resources provided to patients to determine effectiveness, and modify treatment plan and recommendations as necessary
- Follow up with patients throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery to determine current state of mental and emotional health
- Provide required support and create relevant recommendations for changes to lifestyle and diet
- Championing patient's rights
English and History Teacher (Teabike College, Tab- North)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Prepare written plans and execute daily lesson based on the prescription for the subject and level being taught to the student's level
- Deliver the lessons including FLE topics for the time allocated
- Contribute ideas on professional matters for general departmental improvement
- Keep up-to-date in curriculum/subject area
- Stand in to classes whenever needed
History Teacher (King George V & Ellaine Bernacchi School)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Prepare written plans and execute daily lesson based on the prescription for the subject and level being taught to the student's level
- Deliver the lessons including FLE topics for the time allocated
- Contribute ideas on professional matters for general departmental improvement
- Keep up-to-date in curriculum/subject area
- Stand in to classes whenever needed
- Plan, arrange and facilitate educational field trips as part of student's assessment
- Contribute and assist to school activities
- Provide customer service to students and customers
Contract English and History Teacher (Teabike College, Tab- North)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepare written plans and execute daily lesson based on the prescription for the subject and level being taught to the student's level
- Deliver the lessons including FLE topics for the time allocated
- Contribute ideas on professional matters for general departmental improvement
- Keep up-to-date in curriculum/subject area
- Stand in to classes whenever needed
- Plan, arrange and facilitate educational field trips as part of student's assessment
- Contribute and assist to school activities
- Provide customer service to students and customers
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education and History, Literature & Language
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC
01.2016
South Pacific Form Seven Certificate - Form 7 Leaving Certificate, Kiribati National Certificate
KING GEORGE V & ELLAINE BERNACCHI SCHOOL
01.2011
Fiji Junior Certificate - Outstanding Performance in Computer studies
VUNIMONO HIGH SCHOOL
01.2008
Skills
- Result driven
- Strong Coordinations skills
- Client Consulations
- Teamwork
- Detail oriented
- High quality work
- Accuracy
- Works well under pressure
- Multi-tasking
- Prioritization
- Programme management
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Software
- Internet browsers
- Minimum supervision
- Communication skills
- Advocacy skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Writing skills
- Time management
- Counselling skills
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with the Beyond Essential team in the successful roll out of Tamanu at TCH Hospital.
Affiliations
- Family Life Education Steering Committee member
- Child Protection Working group
- SAFENET GBV case management committee
- Counselling Framework Committee Member
- SGBV Committee
- Covid-19 Task force
- RMNCAH Working Group Committee member
Professional Development
- Trainings in Gender Base Violence
- Training in the implementation of Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP)
- Training in Palliative Care
- TOT in Child Protection Referral Pathway
- TOT in SAFENET GBV Referral Pathway
- UNFPA Ethics and Integrity Course
- BSAFE Training
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Training
- Result Based Management Training
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Course Completed
- Out of School Family Life Education Facilitator Training
- In-School Family Life Education Training
Awards
- UNFPA Staff Award, 2021, Individual Recognition
- Overall best Country Performance, 2023, Part of an awesome team- Kiribati Country Office
- Outstanding performance in Family Life Education, 2023, As UNFPA Country Focal person for Ministry of Education
Hobbies and Interests
- Volleyball
- Gardening
- Baking
- Socialising
- Decorating
Personal Information
Age: 32
Certification
- None
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Partnership For Healthy Region Coordination Adviser/ PHR Coordinator
AUSTRALIAN DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE (DFAT), ABT GLOBAL/ SPECIALIST HEALTH SERVICES
08.2024 - 08.2025
Programme Analyst
UNITED NATIONS POPULATED FUND (UNFPA)
10.2020 - 08.2024
Social Health Worker
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES
05.2019 - 01.2020
English and History Teacher (Teabike College, Tab- North)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2019 - 04.2019
History Teacher (King George V & Ellaine Bernacchi School)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2018 - 12.2018
Contract English and History Teacher (Teabike College, Tab- North)
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
01.2017 - 12.2017
South Pacific Form Seven Certificate - Form 7 Leaving Certificate, Kiribati National Certificate
KING GEORGE V & ELLAINE BERNACCHI SCHOOL
Fiji Junior Certificate - Outstanding Performance in Computer studies
VUNIMONO HIGH SCHOOL
Bachelor of Arts - Education and History, Literature & Language
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC
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