Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
Period:
02/Aug/2021-31/Dec/2026
Project Name:
Enhancing Safety, Security and Sustainability of Apia Port (ESSSAP) Project
Client:
Samoa Ports Authority, Asian Development Bank
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Management
Project Description:
ADB approved a US$62.26 million grant to strengthen the safety, security, and sustainability of Apia Port, Samoa’s key international maritime hub. The project will upgrade damaged port infrastructure to withstand severe climate and disaster impacts, enhance terminal capacity and border management, and introduce gender-responsive green port initiatives. These improvements aim to boost trade competitiveness, create jobs, and promote sustainable economic growth, while encouraging greater participation of women in technical and management roles related to port operations and disaster preparedness.
Services Provided:
KVA Consult was procured to establish and manage the project’s financial management system in line with ADB and Government of Samoa requirements, including setting up accounts, confirming communication channels, and coordinating with key counterparts. It covers preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; maintaining accurate records in Xero; managing payments, reconciliations, audits, and disbursements; and consolidating data for the Project Completion Report. The role also includes ongoing liaison with MOF, SPA, and the Auditor General’s Office, ensuring compliance, timely reporting, and effective financial oversight throughout project implementation.
Period:
17/Feb/2025-03/May/2025
Project Name:
Tonga Cruise Tourism Strategy
Client:
PACER Plus Implementation Unit; Tonga Ministry of Tourism
Location:
Tonga
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
KVA Consult was engaged to develop a Cruise Tourism Strategy and Action Plan for Tonga, aimed at revitalizing the country’s tourism sector following the severe impacts of COVID-19 and the 2022 volcanic eruption and tsunami. With tourism contributing approximately 11% of GDP, the strategy will focus on leveraging cruise tourism as a key driver of economic recovery. The project will enhance the economic potential of cruise tourism, support sustainable planning and management, and ensure strong stakeholder engagement, including industry, community, and government entities. Through this initiative, KVA Consult will provide a strategic framework to optimize the sustainable economic contribution of cruise tourism to Tonga’s economy.
Services Provided:
Situational and Impact Assessment: A data-driven analysis of Tonga’s cruise tourism landscape, including port infrastructure readiness, economic and environmental impacts, regional positioning, and stakeholder mapping. Policy, Regulatory and Strategic Framework: A targeted review of existing policies, regulatory gaps, and governance structures, culminating in 3-5 strategic priorities for sustainable cruise tourism development. Marketing and Investment Readiness: Evaluation of Tonga’s market positioning, branding, and promotion strategies, alongside identifying investment needs and potential funding mechanisms for cruise tourism growth. Stakeholder Engagement and Implementation Roadmap: A stakeholder-driven action plan outlining short- and medium-term steps, with built-in monitoring and evaluation, incorporating Gender, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GDSI) considerations.
Period:
12/May/2017-30/Jun/2020
Project Name:
Accounting and Financial Management Services for the Samoa Aviation Investment Programme for the Samoa Airport Authority (2017-2020)
Client:
Samoa Airport Authority
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Management
Project Description:
The main objective of the consultancy is to provide support to the SAIP Project Manager in all aspects of the financial operations of the Samoa project, as well as provide administration support as part of the SAIP Project Support Team. The Consultancy firm is responsible for daily financial transactions under the Samoa project, under the direction of the SAIP Project Manager, in close liaison with the Technical and Fiduciary Services Unit (TFSU). These duties are to align with World Bank procedures and the PAIP Financial Management Manual.
Services Provided:
Documentation & Payment Processing-Manages MOF submissions, invoices and QuickBooks entries. Record Management-Oversees monthly reconciliation and maintains comprehensive financial documentation. Financial Reporting-Prepares regular reports and spending analyses for PSC review. External Relations-Liaises with World Bank, government agencies and manages audits. Advisory Support-Guides Ministry of Finance on SAIP financial management procedures. Account Management-Coordinates contractual payments and Special Account operations. Project Support-Arranges international travel and handles additional implementation tasks.
Period:
01/May/2015-31/Jul/2015
Project Name:
Resort Financial Proposal
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To develop a financial proposal to attract investors in a resort expansion project.
Services Provided:
Developed full financial models and options for financing expansion.
Period:
15/Mar/2015-15/Sep/2015
Project Name:
Virgin Coconut Oil Supply Chain
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To develop a proposal for support by the Government of Samoa to develop a sustainable large volume supply of organic coconuts.
Services Provided:
Assisted with proposal development, introduction to local professional service providers and with design of a coconut plantation survey.
Period:
01/Nov/2014-30/Nov/2015
Project Name:
Strengthening Business Compliance
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
To set up accounting system and train the company’s accounts staff how to process monthly journals and ledger entries that provide the reports needed for a Samoan certified public accountant to be able to submit regular compliance documentation.
Services Provided:
Set up accounting system; prepare and submit monthly compliance documentation (PAYE tax, SNPF, ACC); prepare and submit bi-monthly compliance documentation (VAGST tax); prepare annual accounts; prepare and submit annual compliance documentation (audit of financial statements, annual tax returns).
Period:
20/Oct/2014-31/Jan/2015
Project Name:
Sports Hotel Financing
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To prepare tender documentation including a business plan and financial proposal aimed at securing term loan financing from a commercial bank for the development of a first class sports hotel at the Faleata Golf Course.
Services Provided:
Prepared tender proposal documents and cover note for issue to four commercial banks, evaluated tenders and made recommendation for preferred financer.
Period:
18/Aug/2014-30/Nov/2014
Project Name:
Business Plan Part B
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To modify the financial elements of the original technical and financial proposal that had been prepared for the same client, to meet the modified terms of reference in the re-advertised Call for Tender documents regarding development of a Sports Hotel at Faleata in time for the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games.
Services Provided:
Adjusted financial models prepared for an earlier financial proposal for the same client.
Period:
07/Jul/2014-01/Aug/2014
Project Name:
Business Plan Part A
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To prepare a financial proposal to invest, develop, construct and operate a new accommodation facility at the Faleata Sports Complex, in time for the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games.
Services Provided:
Prepared a financial proposal encompassing a business plan outlining objectives, business details, SWOT and market analyses, a marketing strategy, and a comprehensive financial plan. The financial plan detailed project costs, funding sources, collateral for financing, and projected financial performance, including cash flow, working capital needs, and overall financial position for the new business.
Period:
22/Apr/2014-01/Jun/2014
Project Name:
TCM Sector Medium-term Expenditure Framework
Client:
Government of Samoa (MCIL)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
The assignment aimed to align the MTEF and its monitoring and evaluation plan with the four pillars of the TCMSP and the Government financial year. The consultant’s tasks included identifying skill gaps within implementing agencies and creating a plan to develop the necessary capacity for effective MTEF implementation.
Services Provided:
A report was prepared that analyzed historical expenditure trends in the sector, categorized under four new pillars: Pillar 1 (Supply and Productivity), Pillar 2 (Processing and Value Adding), Pillar 3 (Market Access), and Pillar 4 (Sector Coordination and Support). The report also forecasted future trends under these pillars and summarized ongoing and planned projects. Additionally, an MTEF Training Manual was created to enhance the sector’s capacity to prepare future MTEFs internally.
Period:
27/Jan/2014-31/Jul/2014
Project Name:
Finance Company Establishment Plan
Client:
Congregational Christian Church in Samoa (CCCS)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
Developed a business plan and financial projections for a finance company in consultation with stakeholders, including regulatory and constitutional approvals, culminating in a presentation to the Malua Fono Tele in May 2014.
Services Provided:
The business plan proposed a comprehensive strategy for a finance company, including product offerings, pricing, marketing, service delivery, regulatory compliance, governance, capitalisation, organisational structure, tax considerations, and risk management. It also detailed financial projections for base and optimistic scenarios, assessing potential impacts for stakeholders.
Period:
18/Dec/2013-31/Dec/2015
Project Name:
Development of Business Plan
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To provide financial advice to the developer of a small boutique resort.
Services Provided:
Provided comments on the concept and design, financial models, options for financing the development, and evaluation of bids for construction.
Period:
01/Jul/2013-31/Jul/2013
Project Name:
Tourism Sector Situational Analysis & Strategic Plan 2008-2012 Review
Client:
Samoa Hotel Association
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Review
Project Description:
The Report was in two parts reflecting the Terms of Reference which required the consultant to undertake a situational analysis of the tourism industry in Samoa and to review the Samoa Hotels Association (SHA) Strategic Plan, 2008-2012. The purpose of the report was to set the scene for the development of the new Strategic Plan in December 2013.
Services Provided:
KVAConsult focused on the high level consultations with the SHA Executive Council and the external consultations with the SHA stakeholders. The SHA management team carried out the internal consultations with SHA members including administration of a survey by questionnaire. The raw data and information collected during the internal consultations with members were collated by SHA and forwarded to KVAConsult for analysis and interpretation. For the situational analysis component, a review of existing literature and information was conducted, and consultations were held with the Samoa Tourism Authority regarding the tourism development plan. These formed the basis of the final report.
Period:
01/May/2013-15/Dec/2013
Project Name:
Investor Consultation Facilitation and Support
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
To develop strategies to identify potential investors and to provide advice to owners at meetings with potential investors.
Services Provided:
Technical financial advice and explanations in response to questions from potential investors.
Period:
04/Mar/2013-30/Jun/2013
Project Name:
Construction of Inter-island Ferry: Post-Project Evaluation
Client:
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Embassy of Japan
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
KVAConsult Ltd was sub-contracted to Ernst & Young for this assignment. The project was an evaluation of the inter-island ferry donated by the Government of Japan to Samoa in 2008.
Services Provided:
Assisted Team Leader in carrying out interviews with relevant stakeholders; collected and analysed data from ministries and surveys carried out with passengers.
Period:
01/Mar/2013-30/Sep/2013
Project Name:
Transport Sector Plan Development
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
In partnership with IPA, to undertake a detailed analysis of the Transport Sector (including the roles of various ministries, authorities and state owned enterprises, as well as other government and private stakeholders) to assist in the consultation for, and formulation of, the first Transport Sector Plan for the Government of Samoa.
Services Provided:
Outputs included: an inception report which reviewed existing documentation, presented an outline of the plan contents and a work-plan; documentation detailing views expressed in consultations and stakeholder workshops, a draft Transport Sector Plan and a prioritised investment plan; and a final Transport Sector Plan (in English and in Samoan) which incorporated feedback on the draft plan.
Period:
01/Feb/2013-31/May/2013
Project Name:
Feasibility Study for Establishment of a Bank
Client:
Congregational Christian Church in Samoa (CCCS)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Feasibility Study
Project Description:
To develop a concept paper outlining the feasibility of the client setting up a bank. Following initial consultations, the terms of reference were modified to require instead the production of a concept paper that described various financial institution options, and the reasons for recommending the establishment of a finance company combined with development of an investment relationship with UTOS, instead of setting up a bank. The consultancy included a presentation of the findings and financial institution options to the Fono Tele at Malua in May 2013.
Services Provided:
Work included information gathering; a review of relevant legislation, financial statements; consultative meetings with relevant ministries, lawyers and representatives of the banking industry; development of concept paper; presentation of concept paper to the client steering committee; incorporation of feedback and endorsement into revised presentation; presentation of revised concept paper to conference of client’s local and international members; submission of final report, incorporating feedback
from the conference.
Period:
01/Nov/2012-30/Apr/2013
Project Name:
Investment Memorandum for Resort
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To prepare an Investment Memorandum and secure committed investors, which involved: performing due diligence on existing financial projections and analysis; drafting an Investment Memorandum; identifying and securing equity and debt investors.
Services Provided:
Due diligence review of financials and correspondence used to gain tax incentives, correspondence with banks re financing, lease arrangements, environmental impact assessment, architectural drawings and detailed project costs, marketing, personnel and management plan; compilation of list of potential investors; finalisation of investment memorandum; presentations to groups of potential investors.
Period:
01/Feb/2012-14/Dec/2014
Project Name:
Accounting and Auditing
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Management
Project Description:
Prepared annual financial accounts (for FY 2011, 2012, 2013) and conducted an internal audit on the company’s business activities.
Services Provided:
As well as finalising the annual accounts, collaborated with external auditors in the finalisation and submission of income tax returns.
Period:
01/Jul/2011-01/Feb/2012
Project Name:
National Tourism Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Samoa (2011-2016)
Client:
Samoa Tourism Authority
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Programme Formulation
Project Description:
In collaboration with PECL, assisted with the development of the first National Tourism Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for Samoa (2011-2016).
Services Provided:
Coordinated the work and ensured all reports were prepared on time and that all deliverables were to an acceptable standard; led the facilitation of consultations /site inspections/ assessments and documentation; coordinated the preparation of the draft report arising out of the consultations; prepared the final report.
Period:
01/May/2011-01/Mar/2012
Project Name:
Investment Memorandum for Resort
Client:
Private Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To prepare a feasibility study, a financial model, an Investment Memorandum and financial proposal for debt financing for the development of a new deluxe resort in Apia.
Services Provided:
Preparation of feasibility studies and market research (national and regional); construction of financial model and sensitivity analysis; preparation of Investment Memorandum (Government and Private) for capital raising and negotiating with potential shareholders and other stakeholders; and preparation of financial proposal for debt financing.
Period:
18/Oct/2010-24/Dec/2010
Project Name:
Faleolo International Airport Master Plan & Business Plan
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
In association with McCormick Rankin & Cagney, assisted the Samoa Airport Authority with the development of a 20 Year Master Plan for Faleolo International Airport and a 5 Year Business Plan for the Samoa Airport Authority, taking into account both aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue generation, with associated capital and operational costs.
Services Provided:
Preparation of an Airport Master Plan for Faleolo International Airport for 2010-2030; preparation of a Business Plan for the Samoa Airport Authority.
Period:
15/May/2010-30/Jun/2011
Project Name:
Gathering of Business & Economic Data
Client:
Austrade
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Data Analysis
Project Description:
The assignment was to gather data that would enable Australian exporters to increase their business in Samoa.
Services Provided:
Liaise with local buyers, agents and distributors; identify and deliver opportunities for Australian exporters; contribute to market research through leads and brief monthly sector updates; assist with general promotion of Australian goods and services; provide in-market support for Australia clients through arranging of visit programmes 1-2 times per annum.
Period:
01/Dec/2009-01/Feb/2010
Project Name:
Tourism Tsunami Rebuilding Programme Guidelines Review
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
The Review of the Tourism Tsunami Rebuilding Programme (TTRP) Guidelines and Application Form arose from the findings and recommendations of the rapid assessment of the impact of the tsunami on tourist accommodation businesses and the tourism sector, which had been completed in October 2009. The TTRP was funded by the governments of Samoa and New Zealand with the aim of reviving the commercial operation of small tourist beach fale and budget accommodation businesses that were damaged or destroyed by the tsunami.
Services Provided:
Reviewed the guidelines and application process that had been rapidly developed in the wake of the tsunami, to verify that the right tourism businesses were able to access the right assistance.
Period:
01/Nov/2009-01/Feb/2010
Project Name:
Polynesian Blue Joint Venture – Post-completion Monitoring & Evaluation
Client:
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
Evaluation of the development impact of the Polynesian Blue joint venture transaction on economic growth. The evaluation looked specifically at the direct impact of improved services to consumers, private investment mobilisation and fiscal impact to the Government of Samoa.
Services Provided:
Collection of baseline relevant public and private financial data and airline service data; analysis of that data; report on the evaluation of the impact.
Period:
10/Oct/2009-30/Nov/2009
Project Name:
Post-Tsunami Rapid Assessment of Tourist Accommodation & Tourism Sector
Client:
Samoa Tourism Authority, AusAID
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
In the wake of the devastating tsunami on 29 September, KVAConsult was engaged to assess the status of tourist resorts and businesses that were affected by the tsunami; provide recommendations regarding the reconstruction/ replacement of these businesses; assess the insurance status of businesses and whether the owners intended to rebuild. Recommendations and advice regarding development assistance that the Government of Samoa could provide affected businesses to ensure a quick recovery of the tourism sector was also provided.
Services Provided:
Provided weekly status reports; listed all affected tourist accommodation businesses; completed business profiles for each affected tourist accommodation business; made recommendations on special measures for consideration by the Government of Samoa in responding to the needs of the tourism sector; completed a report entitled Rapid Assessment Report on Tourism Sector; produced a Sectoral Policy Options Paper and a recommended action plan.
Period:
01/Oct/2009-01/Nov/2009
Project Name:
Benchmarking Report Update: Samoa
Client:
Private Sector
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
The review and update of the 2008 KVAConsult Ltd Benchmarking Report regarding telecommunications indicators.
Services Provided:
Review of benchmarking criteria and countries selected; research of economic, social and telecommunications indicators for selected group of countries worldwide based on UN classifications; analysis of information collected; selection of alternative benchmark countries; preparation of the 2009 Benchmarking Report.
Period:
01/Oct/2009-01/Jun/2010
Project Name:
Independent Review of First Year of Private Sector Support Facility
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Government of Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Review
Project Description:
The Review of the Private Sector Support Facility (PSSF) was undertaken to identify and provide recommendations on key areas for improvement, particularly with respect to the operational performance of the facility following its first year.
Services Provided:
Prepared the PSSF Review Work Plan and conducted a comprehensive assessment of relevant documents and issues. Reviewed the implementation of key recommendations from A Harmonised Funding Mechanism for the Private Sector Economy in Samoa (2006) and evaluated whether the facility’s original objectives had been achieved. Assessed the effectiveness of the monitoring and evaluation framework and the Secretariat’s capacity to manage the facility. Conducted surveys with past applicants and consultations with key stakeholders to gather feedback. Drafted and finalised Review Reports incorporating comments and recommendations to strengthen the facility’s performance, management, and alignment with private sector development goals.
Period:
01/Jun/2009-01/Aug/2009
Project Name:
Improvement and Extension of Asau Harbour
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Project Description:
The development of a comprehensive grant funding proposal for Asau Port Development.
Services Provided:
Desk review, site visits, financial modelling and analysis, written proposal.
Period:
01/Nov/2008-01/May/2009
Project Name:
STA Governance & Planning
Client:
Samoa Tourism Authority
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
Consultations with tourism industry stakeholders, government ministries and the Samoan Tourism Authority; contributed to legislative review and reform and preparation of an economic impact study.
Services Provided:
KVAConsult was part of a team of consultants who were involved in the formulation of a new tourism sector development plan (Component A) and legislative review and reform (Component B). KVAConsult led the development of an economic impact study (Component C) which involved the preparation of an Economic Impact Study (Phase 1) for the Tourism Industry based on preliminary data available. The Economic Impact Study was integrated into the Tourism Development Plan 2009-2013.
Period:
01/Sep/2008-01/Dec/2008
Project Name:
Development of Business Plan
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
Preparation of a comprehensive business plan for the period 2009-2014.
Services Provided:
Desk review; stakeholder consultations; drafted the plan, modified the plan based on feedback from the organisation.
Period:
01/Jun/2008-11/Jun/2008
Project Name:
Pacific Telecommunication Conference 10-11 Jul 2008: Event Management
Client:
The Australian National University (ANU)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Event Management
Project Description:
Organised the Pacific Telecommunications Conference hosted by the Australian National University, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the National University of Samoa.
Services Provided:
Organised the administrative and logistical arrangements.
Period:
08/May/2008-01/Sep/2008
Project Name:
Preparation for the Sale of School
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
Prepared documents necessary for school owner to be able to advertise the business for sale.
Services Provided:
Performed due diligence on primary school’s accounts; prepared financial model and business plan; prepared financial proposal for commercial finance for an overseas investor.
Period:
01/May/2008-01/Jun/2008
Project Name:
Development of Business Plan
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Planning
Project Description:
Preparation of a comprehensive business plan for the purpose of seeking financial assistance from a commercial bank.
Services Provided:
Prepared business plan.
Period:
01/Jan/2008-30/Jun/2008
Project Name:
Benchmarking Report: Fiji
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Fiji
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
The review encompassed critical assessment of the appropriateness of the telecommunication connection benchmark samples used for Fiji and recommended alternative benchmark samples based on set criteria.
Services Provided:
Reviewed reports, benchmark criteria, and sample data used in setting interconnection charges. Researched economic, social, and telecommunications indicators for countries comparable to Fiji, analysed relevant statistics, and refined alternative benchmark samples. Prepared the Fiji Benchmarking Report, summarising activity outcomes, evaluating the reliability of selected benchmarking countries, and establishing economic, social, and telecommunications indicators to guide interconnection charge decisions and support regulatory and policy analysis for the telecommunications sector.
Period:
01/Jan/2008-30/Jun/2008
Project Name:
Benchmarking Report: Samoa
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
KVAConsult Ltd was responsible for the review of documentation prepared by the Office of the Regulator (Samoa) concerning the use of benchmarking samples to determine interconnection charges for mobile telephone services. The review encompassed critical assessment of the appropriateness of the benchmark samples used and recommended alternative benchmark samples based on set criteria.
Services Provided:
Reviewed reports and benchmark criteria and samples used in the setting of interconnection charges; reviewed and analysed relevant statistics about comparable countries; filtered, selected and refined alternate benchmark samples; prepared Samoa Benchmarking Report; wrote brief description of activity outcomes; determined appropriateness of benchmarking countries and comparability to Samoa; commented on the degree to which the selected benchmarking countries should be relied upon in preference to other benchmark countries that have been used; established economic, social and telecommunications benchmark indicators for client.
Period:
01/May/2007-01/Apr/2008
Project Name:
Purchase of Samoa Broadcasting Corporation
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
Due diligence in preparation of a bid for the purchase of the state-owned Samoa Broadcasting Corporation.
Services Provided:
Prepared expression of interest and indicative offer; undertook due diligence and financial modelling; prepared final offer for private bidder.
Period:
01/Feb/2007-01/Jun/2007
Project Name:
Financing Proposal
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Proposal
Project Description:
KVAConsult Ltd was commissioned to prepare a financial proposal to a financial institution following the identification of alternative options for financing and terms and conditions acceptable to the company. The preparation of the financial proposal involved the development of a ten-year financial model and sensitivity analyses and testing of financial parameters and assumptions.
Services Provided:
Information collection; desk and market research; analysis of historic financial information; construction of a financial model and setting of assumptions; analysis and valuation of collateral properties; review of financial institution credit requirements and indicative terms and conditions; preparation of financial proposal document and negotiations with financiers; ongoing business and management advice; financial systems setup.
Period:
01/Jan/2007-01/Sep/2007
Project Name:
Hotel Development Financial Assistance Proposal
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
Prepared an application to the Government of Samoa for assistance and incentives available under the Tourism and Hotel Development Incentives Act 2003.
Services Provided:
Prepared a submission to the Government for assistance for a hotel development project in central Apia, which included requests for investment tax credits, import duty concessions and income tax holidays.
Period:
01/Jan/2007-01/Apr/2008
Project Name:
Development of Financial Proposal
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
Developed comprehensive financial models and forecasts, prepared a financial proposal for credit funding from a commercial bank and prepared a proposal to the Government of Samoa to receive available incentives under current legislation to establish a small bottling company.
Services Provided:
Financial modelling and forecasting, preparation of financial proposal for credit funding, preparation of proposal to the Government of Samoa for incentives.
Period:
01/Jan/2007-31/Dec/2012
Project Name:
Mentoring Support for Small Island States
Client:
Pacific Islands Private Sector Organistion
Location:
Fiji
Type of Assignment:
Policy Advisory
Project Description:
To attend regular meetings of the PIPSO Board in Fiji where the secretariat is located. Also represented PIPSO at various regional and sub-regional forums and provided mentoring and advisory services to small island members, mainly Kiribati, Nauru and Tuvalu.
Services Provided:
Attendance at meetings and contribution to reports.
Period:
01/Jun/2006-01/Dec/2006
Project Name:
Valuation & Prospectus
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
KVAConsult was commissioned (through its subsidiary, PacificConsult) to undertake a valuation of the largest fish exporting company in Samoa and to prepare an investment document for its prospective sale.
Services Provided:
Undertook market and industry research in addition to company due diligence; analysed historic financial statements and prepared a five-year financial model and sensitivity scenarios; undertook valuation and prepared a value position report of the company for prospective sale of shareholding; prepared an Investment Memorandum for presentation to prospective buyers.
Period:
01/May/2006-01/Jun/2006
Project Name:
Investment Due Diligence for Popo Samoa Ltd
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
To advise the government Task Force on matters relating to the coconut industry, the Vaitele Oil Mill and to review the proposal by Wilding/Taylor and Maslen.
Services Provided:
Due diligence on financials relating to the proposal.
Period:
01/Jun/2004-01/Jun/2005
Project Name:
Submission regarding Tobacco Legislation
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Policy Advisory
Project Description:
Assisted with draft of submission to Cabinet regarding tobacco legislation.
Services Provided:
Researched the contribution of the tobacco company to the Samoan economy; assisted in the drafting of a submission to Cabinet for involvement of the company in the drafting of tobacco legislation in Samoa.
Period:
11/May/2004-02/Jun/2004
Project Name:
Clients in Loan Arrears: Survey
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Survey
Project Description:
Undertook a survey of the organisation’s clients, to find out their reasons for being behind in their loan repayments and on the basis of the findings, to recommend strategies to improve the loan repayment rates of clients.
Services Provided:
A survey of the organisation’s clients in Upolu and Savaii was undertaken jointly by KVAConsult and the organisation’s business advisors. After this survey, an analysis of the findings and recommendations for the future were presented in a written report and as a special presentation to the organisation’s Board of Trustees.
Period:
01/Nov/2003-01/Oct/2004
Project Name:
Intermediary Organisation & Enterprises: Assistance
Client:
PRIMS-CDE
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
PRO€INVEST is an ACP-EU partnership programme developed and undertaken by the European Commission on behalf of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The objective of PRO€INVEST is to promote investment and technology flows in ACP states, by supporting intermediary organisations and developing inter-enterprise partnerships. The purpose of the project was to raise awareness of the facility and assist relevant organisations to access PRO€INVEST support.
Services Provided:
Ensured that eligibility criteria for the programme were adhered to; assisted the intermediary organisations to define and specify their needs and to prepare good quality requests for PRO€INVEST support, especially for the following activities: private sector advocacy and policy dialogue initiatives; business development service activities; inter-enterprise partnership initiatives; raising potential beneficiaries’ awareness of the need to respect deadlines; ensuring the submission of the complete application dossier by the intermediary organisation, including detailed budget and required appendices
Period:
01/Sep/2003-01/Feb/2004
Project Name:
Consultants Registry
Client:
ACP
Location:
Cook Islands, Fiji, FSM, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Type of Assignment:
Data Analysis
Project Description:
The project was to establish a register of consultants available in the Pacific region with the skills and expertise to undertake assignments and projects for the African, Caribbean and Pacific Secretariat and European Union.
Services Provided:
Collected data on consultants, both existing and potential, which included visiting six Pacific island countries; entered information into templates for uploading into the main registry in Brussels; drafted final report to include issues and recommendations to improve the initial database as well as the sustainability of the registry in future.
Period:
01/Jul/2003-01/Jul/2005
Project Name:
Pacific Enterprise Development Facility Technical Advice
Client:
PEDF
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
The Pacific Enterprise Development Facility (PEDF), formerly known as the South Pacific Project Facility, provides business and financial advisory services to small-to-medium Pacific enterprises. It evaluates business projects and assists with securing funds from financial institutions. The assistance includes feasibility and market studies, evaluation of operations, management, financial and administrative systems and preparation of business and marketing plans. KVAConsult Ltd acted as the agent for PEDF in Samoa
Services Provided:
KVAConsult Ltd facilitated potential project enquiries, undertook preliminary market and feasibility studies, monitored existing PEDF projects and liaised with project sponsors.
Period:
01/May/2003-01/Apr/2009
Project Name:
Telecom & Postal Sector Reform
Client:
Government of Samoa, World Bank
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Project Management
Project Description:
The Telecom and Postal Sector Reform Project aimed to improve the performance of the sector and assist government in the implementation of a comprehensive reform agenda, including: introducing competition and private sector participation in post and telecommunications; advancing regulatory reform; developing sector institutional capacity; and extending access to basic telecommunications, postal and internet services in rural areas.
Services Provided:
Overall management of project including: consultations with stakeholders; coordination of project activities; monitoring of compliance of project components with the implementation, legal, financial and technical requirements; maintenance of project accounting systems and records; preparation of project financial monitoring reports; processing and verification of payment requests against procurement contracts; monitoring financial commitments against contracts; procurement of packages under the project in accordance with World Bank guidelines; and assisting the Project Steering Committee
Period:
01/Jan/2003-01/Jun/2007
Project Name:
Samoa Venture Capital Fund
Client:
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
The Samoa Venture Capital Fund (SVCF) was a two-year pilot aiming to establish a regional fund. The first close included IFC, European Investment Bank, and ADB, while the second close added the National Bank of Samoa, ANZ, Samoa National Provident Fund, and Samoa Life Assurance. KVAConsult Ltd managed the Fund.
Services Provided:
Pre-Fund tasks included reviewing the Information Memorandum and draft legal documents, preparing financial forecasts, developing the operational structure, researching the local financial market, and assessing demand for venture capital and equity funding. Consultations were held with commercial banks, key officials, and potential investors, alongside introductory meetings with prospective partners. Fund Manager tasks involved identifying potential investee companies, building relationships, and conducting operational and financial due diligence. Prepared financial forecasts, assessed and appraised investment opportunities, and developed investment background papers and proposals. These activities ensured informed decision-making, strong investor engagement, and a structured approach to Fund operations and investment management.
Period:
01/Dec/2002-31/Dec/2015
Project Name:
Development of Resort & Company Secretariat
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
The project aimed to promote a four-star beach resort as part of a larger tourism development initiative. Key activities included conducting feasibility studies, market research, financial modeling, securing financing, attracting investors, and liaising with the Government of Samoa. It also involved coordinating the interests and responsibilities of various stakeholders. KVAConsult later assumed the role of Company Secretary for the project.
Services Provided:
The project involved negotiating and liaising with senior officials from the Government of Samoa, conducting feasibility and market research, and preparing investment memoranda and prospectuses for financiers and investors. It included financial modeling and sensitivity analysis, coordinating various stakeholders, and providing financial, management, and legal advice. Key roles also included applying for incentives under the Tourism and Hotel Development Incentives Act 2003, acting as Company Secretary, negotiating a management agreement with an international hotel chain, and developing an on-site casino.
Period:
01/Jun/2002-01/Jul/2002
Project Name:
Wholesalers in Samoa: Survey
Client:
Government of Samoa
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Survey
Project Description:
The Government of Samoa through the Department of Trade, Commerce and Industry was developing an enabling environment for investment in Samoa. The Foreign Investment Act 2000 provided sectors that were reserved for local investors and sectors that had been opened to foreign investors. One sector that had been reserved for local investors was the retail sector. The Department wanted to analyse whether there was local capacity to take over the wholesale sector as well.
Services Provided:
KVAConsult undertook primary research on all wholesale companies in Samoa as well as a sample of retailers. The results provided a report and recommendations for Government to consider in developing policies in the wholesale sector.
Period:
01/Mar/2001-01/Jun/2003
Project Name:
Public Works Department Institutional Reform & Asset Management Services
Client:
Government of Samoa, World Bank
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Structural Reform
Project Description:
The purpose of the project was to reform the role, functions and responsibilities of the Public Works Department (PWD) to focus on policy advice, regulatory control and asset management; to develop a partnership with the private sector for the efficient delivery of public works and services (including maintenance activities); and to establish long term plans for the improved management of public infrastructure assets.
Services Provided:
Team Leader & Institutional Reform Expert: Led team of 12 international and local consultants; led consultations with Cabinet Ministers, PWD Management, government stakeholders, private sector stakeholders; facilitated consultations with PWD staff; facilitated development of reform strategy and implementation plan; assisted with development of a new organisational structure for Ministry of Works; wrote the redundancy policy; developed strategies for assistance to PWD employees who transferred to the private sector; drafted project briefing papers and Cabinet Submission.
Period:
01/Aug/2000-30/Augs/2000
Project Name:
Domain Names for e-Commerce Development
Client:
Alexar
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
Development of the portfolio of domain names to enhance their commercial potential.
Services Provided:
Review of domain name options in the light of international developments in .com and country specific domain names; set strategy for development of each domain name into commercially viable e-commerce sites.
Period:
01/Jul/2000-31/Dec/2000
Project Name:
PNGlive.com Design & Development
Client:
Alexar
Location:
Papua New Guinea
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
Designed and trialled an e-commerce site similar to the Samoalive concept, but focussed on Papua New Guinea communities. The model was to be reviewed by November 2000 to determine adjustments required to make the PNGlive site financially viable.
Services Provided:
Planned and monitored technical and financial developments; coordinated provision of web content sourced from Papua New Guinea; set a commercial strategy for PNGlive as from 1 January 2001.
Period:
01/Feb/2000-01/Mar/2000
Project Name:
Rural Telecommunications: Post-Project Monitoring
Client:
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Embassy of Japan
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Survey
Project Description:
The project looked at the progress, as of late 1999, of the telecommunications department known as Samoa Communications Limited (SCL). The survey was to identify areas that needed further assistance from JICA as well as how best to improve the services of SCL in rural areas.
Services Provided:
Preparation of the main questionnaire; gathering of relevant information; discussions with SCL management; conducting of visits to project sites as well as photographing these as part of the report; following up the questionnaire; compilation of the final report.
Period:
01/Jan/2000-01/Dec/2000
Project Name:
Samoalive.com Design, Marketing & Management
Client:
Alexar
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Business Development
Project Description:
Planning, designing and trialling of Samoalive as an e-commerce site using a free news media model with reliance on use of affiliated e-commerce sites for earning revenues. The model focussed on the network of local and expatriate Samoan communities.
Services Provided:
Planned and set strategy; assisted with provision and editing of content using Microsoft Frontpage.
Period:
01/Nov/1999-01/Dec/2000
Project Name:
Banking Technical Assistance
Client:
SPPF
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Project Management
Project Description:
Project involved provision of Technical Assistance to the National Bank of Samoa (NBS) in the areas of credit risk management, customer services, treasury training, and strategic planning.
Services Provided:
Developed contracts between South Pacific Project Facility (SPPF) and NBS to develop Terms of Reference for project; acted as contracting agency for the individual sub-contractors; effected payments for sub-contractors; provided administrative support and project follow-up for SPPF and NBS.
Period:
01/Jun/1999-30/Jun/1999
Project Name:
Pacific IT Directory Design & Development
Client:
Bizconnections
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Data Analysis
Project Description:
The project involved the compilation of a directory of IT organisations and individuals in the Pacific Islands, which could be used to facilitate the future exchange of information among regional IT organisations.
Services Provided:
Identification of IT organisations, key personnel and their addresses based on e-mail consultations.
Period:
01/Feb/1999-01/Apr/1999
Project Name:
Private Sector Development: Tuvalu
Client:
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Policy Formulation
Project Description:
It had been realised that there was limited baseline data on the size, composition, contribution and make-up of the business sectors within Forum Island Countries. Similarly, there was little data on how member governments drafted policies to encourage the development of their business sectors. This project was part of the first phase (to be used as a pilot for the region) attempting to address the information gap.
Services Provided:
Tasks undertaken included a detailed analysis of the business sector in Tuvalu and an overview of access to land and human resources, considered to be two of the major issues hindering the development of business in the islands. An analysis of the consultative mechanisms between government and the business sector and the extent of the involvement of the business sector in policy development was also undertaken.
Period:
01/Jan/1999-01/May/1999
Project Name:
Pacific Regional Cooperative Approach For ICT: Feasibility Study
Client:
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS)
Location:
Cook Islands, Fiji, FSM, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Type of Assignment:
Feasibility Study
Project Description:
The assignment was to provide background information on existing regulatory structures across communication and information technology sub-sectors in Forum member countries. It included, among other things, profiling organisational resources and expertise, functions, outputs and demands and listing general competition policy and relevant Acts of Parliament and Regulations.
Services Provided:
Provided a cost-benefit analysis for various options, from informal associations to a single regional organisation, and the relevant complementary role of existing agencies. Provide conclusions on the implications for Forum members’ trade and development opportunities and noted issues of interconnectivity, universal service, GII and internet applications, censorship and content control, financial and technical viability, fee for service opportunities and establishment strategy.
Period:
01/Dec/1998-01/May/1999
Project Name:
Private Sector Development: Fiji
Client:
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat
Location:
Fiji
Type of Assignment:
Policy Formulation
Project Description:
It had been realised that there was limited baseline data on the size, composition, contribution and make-up of the business sectors within Forum Island Countries. Similarly, there was little data on how member governments drafted policies to encourage the development of their business sectors. This project was part of the first phase (to be used as a pilot for the region) attempting to address the information gap
Services Provided:
Tasks undertaken included a detailed analysis of the business sector in Fiji and an overview of access to land and human resources, considered to be two of the major issues hindering the development of business in the islands. An analysis of the consultative mechanisms between government and the business sector and the extent of the involvement of the business sector in policy development was also undertaken.
Period:
01/Jan/1998-01/Feb/1998
Project Name:
Tourism Sector Review
Client:
Samoa Visitors Bureau
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Review
Project Description:
The report provided a general background on the economic and social aspects of tourism and an analysis of tourism strategies and policies. The report also identified top priority projects in the tourism sector for funding. The report formed part of a series of similar reports on Pacific Island countries coordinated by the Tourism Council of the South Pacific (TCSP) under the sponsorship of the European Union.
Services Provided:
Reviewed the draft report and consulted with TCSP and Samoa Visitors Bureau to revise and finalise the sector review. Extensive editing of the draft report was undertaken to update and correct the text of the report with the assistance of the Samoa Visitors Bureau General Manager.
Period:
01/Nov/1997-01/Jun/1998
Project Name:
Tourism Sector Economic Impact Study
Client:
Samoa Visitors Bureau
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Evaluation
Project Description:
Assessed the direct economic impact of tourism on the national economy of Samoa.
Services Provided:
Looked at: aggregated levels of tourism expenditures; balance of payments effects of tourism expenditures and their indirect impact on national income; the direct impact of tourism on employment; the direct impact of tourism on government revenues; and outlined cases studies to demonstrate the different types of impact the tourism sector had on the economy of Samoa.
Period:
01/Jan/1997-01/Feb/1997
Project Name:
Inter-Island Ferry Services by Lady Samoa: Review
Client:
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Embassy of Japan
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Review
Project Description:
Reviewed and assessed the impact of the Lady Samoa inter-island vehicular ferry in terms of the national transportation needs. The findings of the post-monitoring study provided background information for a project design team commissioned by JICA in the second quarter of 1997 to evaluate the need for another vehicular ferry to complement the Lady Samoa.
Services Provided:
Reviewed the patterns of past, current and projected future passenger and freight demand for inter-island vehicular ferry services.
Period:
01/Jan/1997-01/May/1997
Project Name:
Wood-based Industries Survey: Samoa, Solomon Islands
Client:
CDI
Location:
Samoa, Solomon Islands
Type of Assignment:
Survey
Project Description:
The assignment was to develop country and enterprise profiles for wood-based manufacturers in Western Samoa and the Solomon Islands. Based on those profiles the Centre for the Development of Industry (CDI) prepared brochures for a regional industrial partners meeting held in October 1997 to facilitate joint ventures between the Pacific and European Union-based investors.
Services Provided:
Reviewed reports and statistics on the level and variety of forestry resources in Western Samoa and the Solomon Islands; consulted enterprises involved in wood-based manufacturing to identify their strengths and weaknesses; prepared individual enterprise profiles; carried out a survey of shipping routes in the Pacific (to determine how wood-based products could be exported).
Period:
01/Nov/1995-01/Dec/1995
Project Name:
Reconstruction of Cyclone Damaged Ports & Foreshore: Post-Project Monitoring
Client:
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Embassy of Japan
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Review
Project Description:
The project involved major rehabilitation of the Apia, Salelologa and Mulifanua seaports and the Apia seawall. The review carried out in the assignment identified areas which could be improved to ensure proper maintenance of project activities.
Services Provided:
Reviewed and assessed the impact of the project compared to the objectives in the project document. This involved a review of financial and technical documentation and consultations with the officials of the Ministry of Transport and the Public Works Department
Period:
01/Nov/1995-01/Dec/1995
Project Name:
Financial Restructuring of Western Samoa Shipping Corporation
Client:
WS Shipping Corp
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
The study was to provide a basis for the Western Samoa Shipping Corporation to negotiate with the government on rescheduling and/or converting Government debt to equity.
Services Provided:
Following a review of the financial structure and performance of the Western Samoa Shipping Corporation financial restructuring options were identified.
Period:
01/Aug/1995-01/Dec/1995
Project Name:
Vaitele Industrial Centre Development: Feasibility Study
Client:
Governmment of Samoa, World Bank
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Feasibility Study
Project Description:
KVAConsult was sub-contracted to FGU Consulting of Germany for this assignment, which proposed the institutional and financial arrangements for the Government of Samoa to develop and manage an industrial estate. The study was envisaged as a basis for a possible package of assistance (technical assistance grant and soft-term-loan) from ADB. The findings of the study led to the Government of Samoa and ADB deferring a decision to establish an industrial centre at Vaitele.
Services Provided:
Coordinated the field-work of the team and provided a financial and economic analysis. Also assisted FGU Consulting in finalising the final report following a tripartite meeting with Government of Samoa and ADB.
Period:
01/Jan/1995-01/May/1995
Project Name:
Tourism Investment Study
Client:
WS Visitors Bureau
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
The study focused on the detailed investment and funding implications of the 1992-2001 Tourism Development Plan.
Services Provided:
A number of strategies were identified for mobilisation of capital required to achieve the physical targets in the plan.
Period:
01/Jan/1995-18/Jun/1995
Project Name:
Coconut Cream Manufacturing: Monitoring
Client:
Private Sector Company
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
The assignment was for a leading coconut cream manufacturer and exporter in the South Pacific which employed up to 80 staff, and had an annual average turnover of SAT$2 million, most of which was from sales to New Zealand and Australia markets. The assignment was to provide financial and management advice to the management and Board of Directors about future development of the company.
Services Provided:
Provided financial and management advice to the management and Board of Directors.
Period:
01/Nov/1994-01/Feb/1995
Project Name:
Development of Quarantine Facility: Feasibility Study
Client:
WS Agricultural Store
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Feasibility Study
Project Description:
The study examined whether using a heat treatment quarantine facility would enable Western Samoa to become a fruit exporter. The study was subsequently approved by the Western Samoa Government as an official proposal to an aid donor for implementation of a fruit export development project.
Services Provided:
Identified financial and institutional options for the proposed vehicle to manage the heat treatment facility and development of the proposed commercial papaya plantations.
Period:
01/Feb/1994-01/Apr/1994
Project Name:
Financial Restructuring of SMACK Feed mill
Client:
SMACK
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Proposal
Project Description:
The project was initiated by the owners of the SMACK Feed mill who were interested in reviving their feed mill operations following extensive damage by the 1990 and 1991 cyclones. The project highlighted weaknesses in the financial management systems of the company which were compounded by the cyclone damage.
Services Provided:
The financial statements for SMACK were compiled by the Management Accountant before the rest of the team started their analysis of the financial and technical issues which led to the closure of the feed mill operations. The consultants were to assist the owners in negotiating with their creditors but this was not possible when the relations between the creditors and the owners deteriorated to a point where the only solution was a legal one. The consultants proceeded with preparing a restructuring plan to be activated if the creditors and the owners reached an agreement to revive the operations of the feed mill.
Period:
01/Aug/1993-01/Sep/1993
Project Name:
Private Sector Development: Kiribati
Client:
UNDP
Location:
Kiribati
Type of Assignment:
Programme Formulation
Project Description:
The project supported Kiribati’s privatisation and private sector development, addressing limited private sector capacity. It aimed to strengthen the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to manage policies effectively and implement an integrated training and financing scheme to assist local entrepreneurs in establishing small businesses, forming the basis of a proposed UNDP intervention.
Services Provided:
Conducted a detailed survey and review of priority needs for private sector development in Kiribati, identifying gaps in institutional capacity, entrepreneurship support, and policy implementation. Analysed findings to inform the design of targeted interventions for strengthening the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and supporting local entrepreneurs. Prepared a comprehensive project document to guide the utilisation of a US$1 million UNDP grant, outlining objectives, strategies, and implementation plans. Developed recommendations for integrated training programmes and financing mechanisms, ensuring alignment with national development goals. Provided guidance on monitoring, evaluation, and reporting frameworks to track project outcomes and enhance sustainability of private sector initiatives.
Period:
01/Jul/1993-01/Oct/1993
Project Name:
Tin-Can Manufacturing: Feasibility Study
Client:
Government of Samoa, CDI
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Feasibility Study
Project Description:
The project was prompted by the Western Samoan Government as part of its strategy to improve the competitiveness of the food processing industry. The feasibility study sought to identify how local food processing enterprises could access low cost tin-cans. Whilst the study highlighted that it was feasible to establish a can manufacturing plant in Samoa, the risks relating to the reliability of raw material supplies and the weak local demand for cans were deemed significant enough to warrant a cautious approach.
Services Provided:
Carried out survey of potential market for tin-cans in Western Samoa and neighbouring countries; based on the estimated demand for cans, plant and equipment was identified (in Taiwan) and raw material suppliers were identified (in Indonesia); prepared a set of recommendations on the optimum capital structure for a proposed can manufacturing plant.
Period:
01/May/1992-01/Apr/1993
Project Name:
Western Samoa Industrial Sector Diagnostic Survey
Client:
Government of Samoa, CDI
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Survey
Project Description:
The project was carried out as part of the Belgium Centre for the Development of Industry (CDI) response to the cyclone rehabilitation programmes in Western Samoa. The project also assisted in assessing the effectiveness of the relief measures for the industrial sector introduced by the Western Samoa Government. The 16 month time-lag between the 1991 Cyclone and carrying out the diagnostic survey created difficulties in designing an effective CDI technical assistance and training programme for the industrial sector. The situation was further compounded by the lack of financial support.
Services Provided:
Carried out a survey of the industrial sector through questionnaires and interviews to assess the extent of damage to individual enterprises following the 1990 and 1991 cyclones; based on the survey findings, determined the specific areas which could be addressed through the technical assistance and training programmes of CDI; prepared project proposals to enable private sector enterprises to formally apply for CDI assistance.
Period:
01/Jan/1992-01/Dec/1998
Project Name:
Packaging Funding for Private Sector Projects
Client:
SPPF, International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Location:
Samoa
Type of Assignment:
Financial Analysis
Project Description:
The South Pacific Project Facility (SPPF) had been set up by the International Finance Corporation to reach its Pacific Island Member Countries. Its focus was to assist the private sector in identifying commercially viable opportunities and arranging project equity and loan financing.
Services Provided:
Provided advice to the SPPF in the development of project preparation services for the private sector in Western Samoa. Assisted in coordinating with financial institutions in Western Samoa for funding of private sector projects. The global contract covering these services was renewed annually.
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