Faasaina Faataga Gwilliam

Highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong background in public finance management, energy sector coordination, and research. Adept at facilitating collaborative efforts to achieve strategic objectives, with a proven track record of effectively coordinating various governmental committees and initiatives. Skilled in analysing complex financial data, providing valuable insights, and recommending actionable strategies. Possesses extensive experience in energy policy development, fuel price monitoring, and compliance enforcement. Committed to continuous learning and development, demonstrated through participation in numerous training programs and workshops focused on finance, energy, and public policy. A proactive team player known for adaptability, innovation, and a passion for learning. Excellent interpersonal skills, with a keen interest in networking, sports, and staying informed on current affairs. Enthusiastic Principle Analyst polished in optimizing systems to address dynamic needs, improve collaboration and strengthen security. Weighs crucial business and IT needs against procedural limitations to assess roadmaps for optimal functions.

• 2023 - Counter proliferation Finance Regional Workshop
• 2023 - Public Expenditures & Financial Accountability (PEFA) Training
• 2022 - Gender Responsive Budgeting Introductory Training
• 2022 - Annual Procurement Refresher Workshop
• 2021 - IMF Fiscal Affairs Department Regional Workshop
• 2018 - Training Attachment with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECS), NZ
• 2017 - Pacific Appliance Labeling and Standards (PALS) Regulatory Meeting
• 2016 - Workshop on Financing for Renewable Energy in Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
• 2016 - Pacific Energy Regulators Study Tour and Training
• 2016 - Minimum Energy Performance Standards and Labeling Appliances & Lighting
• 2016 - Joint SPC-APEC Regional workshop on Energy Statistics and Modelling for the SDG 7 and the COP21 INDC Energy targets
• 2015 - IRENA’s Regional Consultative Workshop on Renewable Energy Developments in the Pacific & 6th Meeting of the Pacific Energy Advisory Group (PEAG)
• 2015 - Promotion of Energy Conservation in Commercial and Residential Sector (B), February 2015
• 2014 - Petroleum Workshop
• 2013 - Regional Energy Workshop

• Place of Birth: Motootua Hospital
• Date of Birth: 10/28/91
• Nationality: Samoan

• Tauelua Feagaimaleata Tafunai Maafi, Assistant Chief Executive Officer - PFM & Finance Sector Division, +685 34402, feagaimaleata.tafunai@mof.gov.ws
• Heremoni Suapaia Ah Hoy, Former Assistant Chief Executive Officer - Energy Policy, Coordination & Management Division
• Alexander George, PFM Technical Advisor, +685, alexander.george@TautaiPartnership.org

• Networking & socializing with people
• Playing sports (CrossFit, netball & volleyball)
• Reading (preferably news articles on politics, sports)