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    "location": "Nabua, Suva, Fiji"
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        "Advanced statistical methodology and SEEA-compliant data compilation at Fiji Bureau of Statistics",
        "Developed QA/QC systems, standardized data templates, and metadata schemas",
        "Coordinated cross-agency data sharing workflows",
        "Contributed to pilot marine ecosystem asset accounts (coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass)",
        "Supported dashboard development and indicator alignment with SDGs and national policy",
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        "Led change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement activities by coordinating messaging, managing issues, and facilitating workshops",
        "Developed and delivered communication, training, and social media content to strengthen awareness and engagement",
        "Maintained accurate data logs and analyzed insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement",
        "Supported end-to-end project delivery through documentation, progress tracking, and digital system testing",
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      "company": "Akvo Foundation",
      "position": "Consultant",
      "location": "Netherlands",
      "startDate": "2025-01",
      "endDate": "2025-08",
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        "Supported implementation of Fiji's Integrated Water and Sewerage Information Management System (IWSIMS) pilot",
        "Coordinated project activities, documentation, and reporting",
        "Facilitated stakeholder engagement with Department of Water and Sewerage and partners",
        "Contributed to data management and testing of system modules",
        "Organized consultations, workshops, and training sessions",
        "Strengthened government liaison and capacity building for sustainable digital water resource management"
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      "startDate": "2022-12",
      "endDate": "2024-12",
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        "Managed laboratory operations and water quality testing (equipment preparation, chemical solutions, SOP/GLP compliance, analytical instruments, Excel-based data analysis)",
        "Enhanced technical capacity by training students and faculty in safe laboratory practices",
        "Advanced ocean-climate research through blue carbon studies, geospatial analysis, marine spatial planning, and coastal water sampling (pH, carbonate, acidification trends)",
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      "startDate": "2022-01"
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      "startDate": "2025-01"
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      "institution": "United Nations Environment Programme, Alison Online Course",
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      "startDate": "2026-05"
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      "name": "Wet and Dry Season Variation in Nutrient Availability in Laucala Bay Lagoon",
      "description": "May 2024. Characterizing the Effects of Rainfall on Total Nitrogen, potassium and Phosphorous.",
      "startDate": "2024-05"
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      "name": "Climate Change - Community Integrated Vulnerability Assessment (CIVA) of Nanuku Squatter Settlement, Suva, Fiji",
      "description": "May 2023",
      "startDate": "2023-05"
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      "name": "Biofouling Impacts and Management Practices at a Marine Aquaculture Farm in Fiji",
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      "startDate": "2023-05"
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      "name": "Certificate in Fire Safety at work training",
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    {
      "name": "Certificate in Nature based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience",
      "date": "2024"
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    {
      "name": "Certificate in Waste Policy and Sustainable Waste Management",
      "date": "2026"
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    {
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    {
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    {
      "name": "Certificate in Introduction to Environmental Economics and Policy",
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    "Reading about recent achievements made in the scientific community",
    "Learning new skills, as I believe that it's always good to dabble a bit in everything",
    "Engaging in sports and outdoor activites are my best forms of leisure activities",
    "I am passionate about enhancing my computing and programming skills."
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