MILIAKERE NAROBA
Mooroopna
Summary
Reliable and hardworking individual with strong eye to detail and strong physical stamina. Experienced in healthcare and community settings, quick to learn new tasks and maintain high standards of hygiene and proven ability to perform duties efficiently to best of abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nutritionist
Public Health Unit, Ministry of Health
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted with patient management including dietary counseling and formulating specific diet plans.
- Maintained patient records, including data entry into software systems.
- Assisted with research on latest nutrition science and evidence-based trials to create awareness programs including media talks and presentations.
- Assist other public health professionals in conducting food business surveys to reduce the risk of food-bourne illnesses.
- Create new IEC materials or translate existing ones into Tuvaluan for community awareness & distribution.
- Advocated for healthy lifestyles through diet, physical activity and stress management.
- Participated in community outreach and workshops to promote awareness on non-communicable diseases and lifestyle factors that contribute to it.
General Manager
Pacific Games 2023
11.2023
- Oversaw a contingent of over 100 athletes & staff, ensuring logistics are in order.
- Acted as a liason between the Organizing Committee, sports federations & other key stakeholders.
- Oversaw specific financial aspects including athlete allowances.
- Coordinated with sports federations to finalize competition schedules and venue bookings for training.
- Conducted a thorough pre and post-evaluation of the Games for reporting/transparency purposes.
Nominee for International Visitor's Leadership Program (IVLP)
Department of State, USA
10.2023
- Participated in an intensive exchange program designed to enhance leadership skills, focusing on public health and climate crisis.
- Represented Tuvalu in a global forum, engaging with international leaders, policymakers, and professionals to exchange ideas and best practices.
- Built a global network of contacts across various sectors, including government, non-profits, and the private sector, fostering longterm professional relationships.
- Engaged in discussions on public health policies and strategies, gaining insights into international approaches that could be adapted to Tuvalu's context.
- Delivered speeches on Tuvalu's public health challenges and successes, advocating for increased international support and cooperation.
- Enhanced cross-cultural communication skills through interactions with diverse groups, deepening understanding of global health issues and potential solutions.
Casual Worker
Gathercoles Meatworks
02.2025 - Current
- Perform general labour tasks including packing meat.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed strict hygiene and food safety protocols.
- Assist with other duties as directed by supervisors.
Executive Secretary (volunteer role)
Fuligafou Youth-led NGO
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided comprehensive administrative assistance to the executive team, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and managing correspondence.
- Organized essential documents, including reports, minutes of meetings, and project proposals.
- Acted as a key point of contact between the NGO's executive team, members, and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating events, workshops, and outreach programs aimed at empowering youth and promoting community development.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of youth-focused projects by coordinating resources, tracking progress, and reporting on outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of all NGO activities, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Worked closely with other NGO members to align organizational activities with the mission and objectives of the NGO.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Dietetics & Nutrition
Fiji National University (College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences)
12.2021
Year 13 Certificate -
Adi Cakobau School
12.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Nutrition counseling
- Data Entry/Analysis
- Content Creation
- Research
- Proofreading
- Writing
- Administrative Assistance
- Project Management
- Nonprofit work
Websites
Languages
English
Fijian
Tuvaluan
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Cooking
- Singing
- Socializing
- Sports
- Traveling
Special Awards
- Pacific Resilience Partnership Youth Competitions, First prize-getter, essay category, 2022
- Tuvalu Pre-Service Scholarships, Fully-paid scholarship to complete undergraduate tertiary studies, 2019-2021
- Principal's Award, For outstanding student in academic & extra-curricular activities, 2017
Interests
Baking
Volleyball
Traveling
Socializing
Singing
Timeline
Casual Worker
Gathercoles Meatworks
02.2025 - Current
General Manager
Pacific Games 2023
11.2023
Nominee for International Visitor's Leadership Program (IVLP)
Department of State, USA
10.2023
Executive Secretary (volunteer role)
Fuligafou Youth-led NGO
06.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Nutritionist
Public Health Unit, Ministry of Health
05.2022 - 12.2023
Year 13 Certificate -
Adi Cakobau School
Bachelor's Degree - Dietetics & Nutrition
Fiji National University (College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences)
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