VUKI BUADROMO
Suva,Fiji
Summary
Regional development professional with over 20 years of experience in the Pacific. Trusted advisor to senior government officials, ministers, and regional organizations. Possesses a deep understanding of regional and sectoral development issues, institutional strengthening, and governance and policy frameworks. Skilled in leading high-level ministerial engagements, shaping regional and governance policies, and managing multi-million-dollar development programs. Proven ability to navigate geopolitical sensitivities, build diplomatic partnerships, and drive policy alignment across Pacific Island Forum Member States. A strategic leader and team manager with expertise in high-level ministerial and diplomatic coordination, governance program design, and securing international funding for governance and institutional reform initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Adviser to the Deputy Director General (Science & Capability)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
04.2020 - Current
- Lead high-level technical advisory efforts and regional engagement with Forum Member States, ministers, and development partners
- Provide governance and strategy advice to SPC's executive leadership and senior leadership team
- Coordinate ministerial-level diplomatic engagements, representing SPC at regional and international governance forums
- Shape regional governance frameworks, contributing to the 2050 Blue Pacific Strategy, 2050 Implementation Plan, and the Framework for Resilient Development in the Pacific, Pacific Resilience Partnership mechanism, CROP working groups
- Led SPC's Women in Leadership Program (AUD 3.2M initiative), strengthening institutional governance and leadership capacity
- Co-managed SPC's COVID-19 response strategy, ensuring policy alignment with Forum Leaders' governance priorities
Project Manager - Institutional Strengthening for Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation (USD 5M Program)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
03.2016 - 03.2020
Project Manager - Food Security and Climate Change (USD3m)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
04.2012 - 03.2016
- Led engagement and institutional strengthening efforts across eight Pacific Island countries
- Negotiated and secured USD 5M in climate funding from USAID, enhancing resilient sector strategies and plans
- Advised national governments on governance and climate policy alignment, ensuring multi-sectoral integration
- Facilitated high-level political discussions on governance and climate finance, strengthening ministerial coordination
- Developed risk and response measures for governance sustainability following US budget cuts affecting climate programs
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
Programme Implementation Officer
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS)
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Managed special funding assistance programmes for Forum members with an annual budget of approximately USD500,000
- Managed the delivery of the Taiwan/ROC funding assistance programme which offered scholarships and grants to CROPs with an annual budget of USD500,000
- Coordinated the annual Taiwan/ROC Dialogue with Leaders through the development of meeting papers and briefing for the Chair and funding partners
- Mitigated risks during implementations by proactively identifying potential issues and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines and member and donor expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology And Sociology
University of The South Pacific
FijiMaster of Arts - Development Studies (in-progress)
University of The South Pacific
FijiSkills
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Relationship building
- Strategy implementation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance improvement
- Strategic thinking
- Influencing others
- Staff development
Languages
English
Timeline
Principal Adviser to the Deputy Director General (Science & Capability)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
04.2020 - Current
Project Manager - Institutional Strengthening for Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation (USD 5M Program)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
03.2016 - 03.2020
Project Manager - Food Security and Climate Change (USD3m)
PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC)
04.2012 - 03.2016
Programme Implementation Officer
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS)
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology And Sociology
University of The South Pacific
Master of Arts - Development Studies (in-progress)
University of The South Pacific
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