Tina Vaka
Tina Vaka is an accomplished Managing Director with a career spanning more than 25 years across higher education, organisational leadership, communications, and business management. Holding qualifications including a BA, MA, MBA, Dip TESL, and Dip JPN, she has built a diverse and impactful professional portfolio grounded in strategic leadership and cross cultural expertise.
Since 1998, Tina has founded and led an international NGO operating across six Pacific nations, demonstrating her long standing commitment to community development and regional capacity building. Her earlier career in higher education in New Zealand and Australia includes roles as Lecturer and Program Manager, followed by positions in communications consulting for Pacific regional organisations and academic management within international education.
From 2020 to 2023, she served as Executive Assistant to the Deputy Vice Chancellor at UniSQ while simultaneously operating Sula Café as a business owner, further highlighting her versatility and entrepreneurial capability.
Known for her strength in leadership, strategic planning, HR and financial management, PR and communications, Tina blends professional excellence with a deep sense of purpose. She is an Australian and New Zealand national and currently resides in Brisbane, Australia.
Area of Expertise: Leadership, Financialand HR management, Strategic Planning, Business modelling, Marketing, PR and Communications,Training (VET and Higher Education)
Favorite Quotes:
To be is not to be!
Meet More of Our Dedicated Team Members
Maggie Hunter is a purpose-driven trainer, advisor, and coach who empowers individuals and teams to grow with clarity, confidence, and intention. With a strong foundation in leadership, coaching, and team development, she equips others to lead authentically, communicate effectively, and collaborate with impact. Maggie has partnered with major clients across diverse sectors, bringing strategic insight and a connector’s mindset to every engagement. Her holistic approach—rooted in wellness and personal growth—creates space for transformation that is both sustainable and meaningful. Whether mentoring emerging leaders, facilitating team breakthroughs, or designing impactful learning experiences, Maggie is committed to helping others unlock their potential and lead with purpose. Maggie Hunter is also the Founder of HAUS OF RESTORATION in Papua New Guinea helping youths and those who are homeless and vulnerable. Haus Of Restoration is a place where we Encourage Equip Empower the people and give them a second chance in life to be the better version of themselves and fulfill their purpose in life.
Fononga Vainga Mangisi‑Mafileo is a Pacificleadership expert and Senior Advisor on Ocean Governance with nearly 20 yearsof national and regional experience. She has been at the forefront of Tonga’socean governance reforms, including drafting the Tonga National Ocean Policy andguiding the passage of the Ocean Management Act 2025, which establishesenduring governance arrangements, statutory institutions, Marine SpatialPlanning, and mechanisms for sustainable financing. These reforms provide areplicable model for integrated governance and long‑term resource stewardship.
Lynn Rolston is a DISC Human Behavior Consultant and Communication & Leadership Coach who helps people feel seen, heard, and valued—at work and in life. She equips leaders, teams, and women in business with the tools to communicate with clarity, reduce conflict, and lean into their natural strengths with confidence.
Serve With Us
We welcome individuals who want to uplift communities and contribute to meaningful leadership work. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for the Pacific.
