PSC to advertise Rural and Maritime permanent secretary role soon
The position was left vacant following the passing of Isoa Talemaibua in September, with Deputy Secretary Mitieli Cama currently acting.
Friday 24 October 2025 | 05:00
Public Service Commission Luke Rokovada chairperson speaks to reporters at the Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service in Nasese on October 24, 2025.
Photo: Ronald Kumar
The Public Service Commission (PSC) will advertise the permanent secretary position for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management in December.
PSC chairperson Luke Rokovada confirmed that the position, left vacant following the passing of Isoa Talemaibua in September, would be advertised by year’s end.
“There is someone acting there, the deputy secretary is acting there. We are likely to be advertising that position in December,” Mr Rokovada said.
Deputy secretary Mitieli Cama has been acting as permanent secretary since Mr Talemaibua’s death on September 27 after a short illness.
Mr Talemaibua, who was 49, had led the ministry since 2023 and was remembered by Government for his dedication to enhancing service delivery to Fiji's rural and maritime communities.
The late permanent secretary for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Ratu Isoa Talemaibua.
Photo: DEPTFO News
Before his appointment as permanent secretary, he held senior roles within the Ministry of Finance, including Head of Budget and Planning.
Mr Rokovada said the commission was currently focused on several permanent secretary appointments, with interviews for Finance and Trade positions scheduled for next week.
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