Massey University graduate Semi Hausia has returned to Tonga to begin a career as a quarantine officer.
He joined the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Forests and Fisheries after completing his degree and taking a summer internship organised by the Pacific Cooperation Foundation.
He spent the summer with Auckland Council’s Environmental, Monitoring, Research and Evaluation team.
He was one of 15 graduates picked for the internship.
His job with MAFF involves tracking what happens to commodities from Tonga when they are exported.
This means ensuring that they can be traced in a way that complies with international market requirements.
Hausia said his experiences had helped him obtain his position with MAFF.
“The most significant lesson I have learnt is about the levels of management, the linkages and boundaries,” he told the PCF Newsletter.
“Knowing my position and my responsibilities will enable me to work both effectively and efficiently.”
He said he was delighted to be home and giving back to his community.
“I’m feeling confident in myself and my ability in my field of work and expertise.”
The main points
- Massey University graduate Semi Hausia has returned to Tonga to begin a career as a quarantine officer.
- He joined the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Forests and Fisheries after completing his degree and taking a summer internship organised by the Pacific Cooperation Foundation.
- He spent the summer with Auckland Council’s Environmental, Monitoring, Research and Evaluation team.
- He said he was delighted to be home and giving back to his community.
For more information
Summer Internship opens doors in Tonga
http://pcf.org.nz/summer-internship-opens-doors-in-tonga/
Information on PCF internships
