Ian Rapa
Port Moresby,National Capital District
Summary
Dynamic with years of diverse experience in program and operations management, significantly impacting organizational effectiveness and workforce mobility. Experience in logistics operations, business partnerships, and spreadsheet management drives successful coordination of cross-cultural training and recruitment processes. Proven ability to streamline operations through innovative solutions and strategic planning ensures optimal resource utilization and compliance with regulatory protocols. A strong leader adept at mentoring teams while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and workforce development within diverse environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Enga Provincial Government - Department of Treasury (Labour Mobility Unit)
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Company Overview: Department of Treasury (Labour Mobility Unit), a joint partnership program between the Enga Provincial Government and the Australian Federal Government under Australia's Pacific Labour Engagement Facility
- Was appointed Program Manager/Coordinator by the Enga Provincial Government attached with the Department of Treasury under the Labour Mobility Unit (LMU)
- Coordinated and facilitated the travel of Enga seasonal workers to Australia
- Ensured interested applicants documents sent from Wabag met all requirements as stipulated in LMU, Immigration and Australian Home Affairs protocols
- Arranged Visa Medical check referrals, payments and ensured everything was up to date per protocol for participants to do medical checkups as designated by Australian Home Affairs accredited Medical facilities such as Pacific International Hospital (PIH) and ASPEN Medical Centre
- Cross cultural training and coaching to prepare participants physically and psychologically to adapt with the new lifestyle, what is expected of them by employers and to caution them to refrain from negative attitude/behaviour that could compromise and portray a bad image of the province and country
- Arranged logistics and accommodation for participants to transit and travel
- Coordinated at the International boarding departure lounge checking to ensure participants Passports, boarding pass and Immigration forms and credentials were properly filled and protocols were followed
- Checked their luggage to ensure censored and/or prohibited items were not carried that would jeopardize their travel
- Compiled an Excel Spreadsheet categorizing participants from each of the six (6) Districts in Enga, zoning them into their villages and LLGs
- Created an Excel Spreadsheet as a Recruitment Tracker to keep track of all Engans contracted to farms in Australia
- Department of Treasury (Labour Mobility Unit), a joint partnership program between the Enga Provincial Government and the Australian Federal Government under Australia's Pacific Labour Engagement Facility
Operations Manager
Neno Group - Kaystar Constructions Limited
12.2010 - 10.2012
- Company Overview: KStar Constructions Limited
- Introduced swift changes after identifying an ad hoc operational structure
- Most unnecessary structured functions were amalgamated into key structure of Operations, Projects, Logistics and Finance and Administration
- Introduction of Standard Operating Structure (SOPs) and PPEs for staff and casual laborers
- Installed two way radios in all machinery and light vehicles to ensure communications was easier and to keep track and effectively monitor all company equipment's
- Installed Fire Extinguishers in all light and heavy equipment as precaution due to the nature and location of work designated areas
- Introduced company constitution to protect the company and workers' rights
- Oversaw day to day operations delegating duties to field Foreman and reported to General Manager
- KStar Constructions Limited
Underground Mine Controller/Dispatcher
Barrick Niugini Limited - Underground Mine Operations (Porgera Joint Venture)
06.2006 - 10.2010
- Company Overview: Underground Mine Operations (Porgera Joint Venture)
- Multi-tasking and monitoring of Underground Mine Operation's using a mining software called Modular Mining on multiple computers
- Controlled and delegated tasks using two way radios to communicate with the Haulage fleet, Drills, services crew and charging crew simultaneously using excel spreadsheet to capture ore and waste production
- Monitored Underground Ventilation (Air pressure), Water levels (Sumps, during rain) and security barricaded areas
- Liaised with Underground Operations and Technical Team on Production priorities
- Formulated detailed reports per shift to mine management on equipment availability and utilization
- Underground Mine Operations (Porgera Joint Venture)
Cadet/Assistant Planner
Enga Provincial Administration - Policy and Planning Division
12.2001 - 01.2003
- Company Overview: Policy and Planning Division
- Assisted the Senior Planner on Policy formulation, initiatives and planning for the national government to fund priority projects under the Public Investment Program (PIP)
- Compiled concepts and project write-ups for donor funding through partnership with overseas missions
- Performed basic administrative duties as delegated by my superiors
- Policy and Planning Division
Education
Diploma In Business - Business Accounting
International Training Institute
Port Moresby, National Capital District12.2005
Bachelor - Business Management
University of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby, National Capital District12.2003
High School Diploma -
Secondary School
Wabag District, Enga Province12.2000
Skills
- Prioritization of Requirements
- Mentoring
- Coordination Skills
- Communication Skills
- Administrative Operations
- Safety Principles
- Ability to Multitask
- Key Performance Indicators
- Production Schedule
- Task Management
- Knowledge of Finance
- Transportation Management
- Operational Systems
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Business Studies
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Social Media
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Travel Coordination
- Research Skills
- Operations Management
- Program Management
- Vehicle Fleet Management
- Leadership
Languages
Melanesian Pidgin
Timeline
Program Manager
Enga Provincial Government - Department of Treasury (Labour Mobility Unit)
01.2021 - 02.2024
Operations Manager
Neno Group - Kaystar Constructions Limited
12.2010 - 10.2012
Underground Mine Controller/Dispatcher
Barrick Niugini Limited - Underground Mine Operations (Porgera Joint Venture)
06.2006 - 10.2010
Cadet/Assistant Planner
Enga Provincial Administration - Policy and Planning Division
12.2001 - 01.2003
Bachelor - Business Management
University of Papua New Guinea
Diploma In Business - Business Accounting
International Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Secondary School
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