KUIPA TONNY
Port Moresby,NCD
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional with a commitment to promoting sustainable community development and policy outcomes. Strong background in public service, land administration, mining corporate and community affairs and stakeholder relations. Demonstrates consistent results under pressure and minimal supervision. Thrives in team environments, meets multiple deadlines, and aligns efforts with long-term organizational goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Government & Community Relations Supervisor
Ramu NICO (MCC) Management Limited
07.2019 - Current
- Directly reporting to the Deputy General Manager – Community Affairs, responsible for liaising with all levels of government, implementing MOA obligations, and supervising community development projects
- Coordinated Community Development Fund (CDF) of K1.2m annually across four Landowner Association (LOA) areas
- Supervised school fee and health subsidy programs
- Maintained constant liaison with Provincial and National Government regarding Ramu NICO Mining MOA obligations and Provincial Government's Socio Economic Development Plans (SEDP) implementation
- Provided support to Basamuk and Kurumbukari sites during Warden Hearings and policy engagements
- Coordinated Deep Sea Tailings Placement (DSTP) and COVID-19 awareness sessions
- Diffused major land legal disputes over KBK Mine SML and Basamuk Compulsory Acquisition cases
- Successfully coordinated the implementation of 20 double classrooms and 20 teacher houses, 2 Aid Post under CDF Projects since 2020 – 2025
- Delivered over K1.2m in CDF-funded school fee subsidies from 2020–2025
- Organized critical Warden Hearing at KBK Mine site for EL2579
- Presented company Obligations Report in Lae UNITECH (CANCONEX – 2023)
Project (Lands & Property) Manager
Kaia Works Engineering Limited
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Facilitated State Lease land transactions and Contract of Sale Agreements
- Led customary land acquisition processes including Land Tenure Conversion under the Land Tenure Conversion Act 1963
- Finalized 3 State Lease land agreements and contract of Sale Agreements
- Successfully completed 3 LTC Hearings and titles issued to Kaia Works Customary Land in Simbu Province
Acting Principal Advisor – Grade 16
Simbu Provincial Administration
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Established the Division of Lands & Physical Planning
- Oversee and manage performance of all the delegated core functions compliant to lawful processes and procedures in meeting quality standards and approval requirements for the Simbu Provincial Lands & Physical Planning and Department of Lands & Physical Planning and Ministry of Lands on Seven (7) Key Programs on; General Management of Lands & Physical Planning, Physical Planning Management and Board, Alienated Land Administration & Land Board, Customary Lands, Surveying, Valuation, Land Information Unit-Database
- Implemented Simbu Provincial Physical Planning Board in partnership with the Department of Lands
- Successfully created the Board via PEC Meeting No.3/2016
- Oversaw recruitment and establishment of full divisional structure
Acting District Administrator – Grade 16
Simbu Provincial Administration
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Provide strategic leadership in coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating all district programs; manage daily operations, oversee staff performance, and ensure efficient budget planning and resource allocation
- Administered Enforce national, regional, and local policies; ensure legal and regulatory compliance; manage data collection and analysis to support informed policy and decision-making
- Build strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and other government agencies; facilitate communication, conflict resolution, and joint initiatives; lead emergency responses and represent the district publicly
- Formulate and implement the District Five Year Development Plans in line with the Local Member and DDA Chairman's DSIP Funds and other Development Grants in the District in consultation with Department of Implementation and Rural Development (DIRD), PEC and Provincial Administration
- Provide sound financial management advice and reports to various Provincial Departments and Section 119 Reporting on overall Districts Performance annually
- Delivered K10m DSIP-funded programs across education, health, infrastructure, and agriculture
- Completed the District Five-Year Development Plan (2013–2017)
- Completed Section 119 Reporting and DIRD Acquittal Reports
District Officer – Special Duties & Lands – Grade 14
Division of Provincial & LLG Affairs
05.2007 - 01.2013
- Conducted land acquisition investigations for outright purchase by State
- Supervise Land Mediators in the Province and mediated land disputes
- Provide advice to Senior Provincial Administrator as a Member of the Provincial Land Dispute Settlement Committee
- Facilitated Land Tenure Conversion Ordinance 1963 hearings in consultation with Customary Lands Titles Commissioners Office and Registrar of Titles
- Facilitate Incorporated Land Group (ILG) for development projects
- Delivered 20 completed Land Investigation Reports for outright purchase by the State through Department of Lands & Physical Planning Acquisition Section
- Appointed 72 Land Mediators and established the Provincial Land Dispute Committee
- 1 x Hydro project establishment in Genbogl under ILG Registration process
Patrol Officer (Assistant District Officer) Gr.10
Simbu Provincial Administration
1997 - 1997
- Oversaw Village Court operations and land/peace mediation
- Supervised Ward Development and infrastructure maintenance programs
- Formulate LLG and District Budgets and Plans
- Completed 45 Ward Development Plans
- Delivered 2 Rounds of Village Court Officials Training
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Divine Word University
Divine Word University, Madang Province PNG03-2005
Bachelor of Management - Corporate Management
Divine Word University
Divine Word University, Madang Province PNG03-2016
Diploma in Public Administration - Public Administration
PNG Institute of Public Administration
Waigani, Port Moresby11-2007
Skills
- Customary Land Administration & Acquisition
- Government Liaison & Stakeholder Engagement
- State Land Acquisition and Land Titles
- Public Service Ethics & Code of Conduct
- Public Policy Interpretation/Submissions & Advocacy
- Conflict Mediation & ILG Dispute Resolution
- Capacity Building & Training (LLG & Village Courts)
- Project Planning, Budgeting & Implementation
- Community Development Program Supervision
- Excellent Oral & Written Communication (English & Tok Pisin)
- Legislative Compliance (Land Act, Mining Act, LTC Act)
- Report Writing & Presentation (PowerPoint, Policy Briefs)
- MS Office Suite & Digital Records Management
Languages
English
Tok Pisin
Courses
Public Service Induction Course - 03-07/11/1997
Certification
- Trainers Certificate (Capacity Building and Good Governance, Simbu Provincial Administration - 20-23/09/2010
- Train the Trainer (TOT) Village Courts Inspectors, AUSAD/DJAG - 1-12/08/2005
Competency Training/Courses
- Certificate of Attendance - Consultative Implementation & Monitoring Council (CIMC) | 28th Feb – 1st March, 2012
Location: Mt Wilhelm Lodge, Simbu Province Topics Covered: Steps to Budget For Local Development - Certificate of Attendance (Certificate No: 03696)
AUSAID & PNG Government (Provincial Finance Office – ULMF15CMU) | 6th – 10th September, 2004
Topics Covered: Planning, Budgeting, Accounting, Reporting - LLG - Certificate of Attendance (Certificate No: 01516)
AUSAID & PNG Government (Provincial Finance Office – PBAR08CMU)| 2nd – 12th December, 2002
Topics Covered: Planning, Budgeting, Accounting, Reporting - LLG - Certificate - Department of Finance and Treasury | 5th – 9th February, 2001
Topics Covered: Budget, Planning and Preparation - Certificate of Attendance - Papua New Guinea Institute of Public Administration (PNGIPA) | 1st – 5th June, 1998
Topics Covered: Productive Communication by Correspondence
Timeline
Government & Community Relations Supervisor
Ramu NICO (MCC) Management Limited
07.2019 - Current
Project (Lands & Property) Manager
Kaia Works Engineering Limited
07.2017 - 08.2019
Acting Principal Advisor – Grade 16
Simbu Provincial Administration
09.2014 - 10.2016
Acting District Administrator – Grade 16
Simbu Provincial Administration
01.2013 - 09.2014
District Officer – Special Duties & Lands – Grade 14
Division of Provincial & LLG Affairs
05.2007 - 01.2013
Patrol Officer (Assistant District Officer) Gr.10
Simbu Provincial Administration
1997 - 1997
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Divine Word University
Bachelor of Management - Corporate Management
Divine Word University
Diploma in Public Administration - Public Administration
PNG Institute of Public Administration
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