FIJI HUMAN RESOURCES
INSTITUTE
DEVELOPING THE NATION
FIJI HUMAN RESOURCES INSTITUTE
SEMINAR
FOR
WEST HR PRACTITIONERS
THEME
“HR in PRACTICE”
NOVOTEL, NADI
3rd JULY 2014
FHRI WEST SEMINAR PROGRAMME –July 2014
THURSDAY 3rd JULY, 2014
8:15 am
REGISTRATION
Welcome by - Mr. Balbeer Singh, President, Fiji Human Resource Institute.
8:45am
9.00am
Mr. Imo Sagoa, Acting HOD-Dept. Management, Industrial, Relations & OHS. Fiji
National University, Lecturer & FHRI Pioneer.
Topic: “CHALLENGES & FUTURE OF HUMAN RESOURCES”
10.00am
MORNING TEA
10.20am
Arieta Cama, HR Manager, Air Terminal Services, Nadi Airport.
Topic:“HR IN PRACTICE-DRIVING EMPLOYEE RETENTION”
11.00am
Karen Sorby, Director of Human Resources, Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa
Topic: “HR IN PRACTICE – THE FIJI EXPERIENCE”
11.40am
Balbeer Singh, Managing Director, Primevision Limited, Suva.
Topic: “PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM”
12.15pm
Panel Discussion
1.00pm
2.00pm
LUNCH
Group Discussions
3.00pm
AFTERNOON TEA
3.20pm
Group Presentations
4.15pm
Summary of Presentations
4.30pm
END OF SESSION
HR IN PRACTICE SPEAKERS
Imo Sagoa
Mr. Imo Sagoa is an academic & currently a full time lecturer in the College of Business,
Hospitality & Tourism Studies (CBHTS), Fiji National University (FNU), Nasinu campus.He
currently the Acting Head of School (HOD), Department of Management, Industrial Relations &
OHS. His area of specialization is Industrial Relations, Labor Law, and Strategic Human
Resource Management. He operates his own consultancy business trading as Sagoa &
Associates. In the industry front, Mr. Sagoa was former GM Human Resources, TFL Group of
Companies, Manager HR, Foster’s Group International, Legal Officer, Carpenters Finance, and
Store Manager, Morris Hedstron Limited. At Executive Board Level, Mr. Sagoa was former
Board of Directors of AFL (6 years) and Fiji Commerce & Employers Federation (6years). He
was one of pioneers (EXCOM) in the formation FHRI in 2005. & an Accredited Mediator (Aust)
Arieta Cama
Arieta looks after the Human Resources team in Air Terminal Services (Fiji) Limited at the Nadi
International Airport. Prior to her current role, Arieta has been part of the Human Resources
teams at ANZ Fiji Limited, ANZ Pacific Operations, Fiji Electricity Authority and Air Pacific
Limited then, now Fiji Airways.
At the start of her HR career Arieta’s area of interest was in Industrial relations. She has since
then had stints in other aspects of human resources management including talent management,
health & safety & leadership development. Arieta’s focus includes the development of her team
members for their next HR roles.
Arieta’s foray into HR commenced when she was offered a New Zealand government Aotearoa
Scholarship to study a first degree in HRM and IR at Victoria University in Wellington Then, in
2012 Arieta returned to full time studies at the University of Sydney on an AUSAID scholarship;
and as an Australian Leadership Awardee graduated with a masters in HRM/IR in October
2013.
Arieta says her best roles are those she has for life – as a daughter, wife, mum, sister, auntie and
friend. These roles compliment her professional responsibilities and keep her grounded.
Karen Sorby
Karen has worked in HR and Administration for various organisations including the Fiji
Ministry of Foreign Affairs after which she joined the Pacific Forum Secretariat where she held
the position of Director of the then Administration Division. She spent a brief time with the HR
and Administration Division at the United Nations in New York as part of a team of international
associates looking at efficiency improvements and on her return to Fiji she took up the position
of HR Manager with the National Bank of Fiji before moving on to Shangri-La's Fijian Resort &
Spa as Director of Human Resources, a position she has held there for the last 15 years.
She completed a BA degree from Auckland University, then, after leaving the Forum Secretariat
she was awarded a Hubert Humphrey Fellowship by the US Government, where she spent a year
in the US pursuing graduate studies in HR Management at the University of Texas. Karen's
professional qualifications have included a Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
qualification from the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), USA and a Certified
Human Resources Executive (CHRE) qualification from American Hotel & Lodging Association
(AHLA), USA. She has been an active member of the FHTA HR/IR Committee and has
represented FHTA on the Board of TPAF as well as on the Hotel & Catering Trades Wages
Council.
Balbeer Singh
Balbeer has extensive experience as Training Manager, General Manager, ISO9000/2000, QCC,
OHS Consultant and Education and Human Resources Management. A graduate in Masters in
Business Administration (MBA) from Central Queensland University of Rockhampton in
Brisbane, he is also a registered training officer of FNU, completed Certificate IV in Workplace
Training and Assessment
(a requirement of ANTA), Certified OHS Auditor from Minerva in Australia and HACCP
Auditor. He has done many other courses in Fiji, Singapore and Japan.
He is the founder of the Fiji Human Resources Institute and current President and also a vice
president of Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resource Management.
About FHRI
Developing the Nation
The Fiji Human Resources Institute (FHRI) is an initiative of a group of dedicated and committed Human
Resources professionals with a common vision to develop our nation’s most valuable assets, our people. FHRI
was officially launched in August 2005 by the Vice President of Fiji, Ratu Jone Madraiwiwi at the Raffles
Tradewinds, in Lami.
The FHRI official launch marked an important chapter for Human Resources professionals in Fiji and the dawn
of a journey towards nurturing and developing our people to achieve their full potential. It is often said that a
nation is reflected by its people and leaders. FHRI recognizes the importance to develop our people and
leaders as we forge through this dynamic and ever changing global economy. Organizations today are
challenged in ensuring that they have the “right” people with strong leadership skills and vision to sustain our
integrity and competitiveness in the job market. FHRI provides an opportunity for HR practitioners and leaders
to work together as a team in the development of our nation’s most treasured asset and resources – our
people. Guest speaker presentations, Talanoa sessions, seminars and this National Convention are some of
the activities organized by FHRI for its members. FHRI membership is open to all individuals who possess a
keen interest in professional development in the field of human resources. We provide you with the
opportunity to interact with other HR practioners and share information on HR challenges, policy and
practices. FHRI membership is also extended to students with a keen interest in achieving their career in
human resources management.
Our vision at FHRI is to be a national leader in promoting Human Resources Development and increasing the
level of performance and productivity. Our Mission is to provide leadership to individuals, organizations,
government and the nation in promoting excellence in the field of human resources.
The 2014 FHRI Executive Committee includes:
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President:
Vice President:
2nd Vice President:
Treasurer:
Secretary:
Media Liasing Officer:
Committee Member:
Mr. Balbeer Singh, Managing Director, Prime Vision Ltd.
Mr. Kameli Batiweti, Manager HR, Coca-Cola Amatil Fiji Ltd.
Mr. Ravinesh Krishna, GM HR, Vinod Patel & Co Limited
Ms. Neelta Goundar, Assistant Manager, Pricewater House Coopers.
Mrs. Joana Dawainavesi, Manager HR, Fiji Times.
Mrs. Mere Wong, Acting Manager HR, TLTB.
Ms. Ranjeeta Naidu, HR Manager, Bred Bank (Fiji) Ltd.
If you are interested in becoming a member of FHRI or haven’t renewed your membership as yet and wish to
do so, please contact:
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President: Mr. Balbeer Singh on Phone 3316519 or Mobile 9996765
Admin Officer: Ms. Va Ravoka on Phone 3316519 or email: info@fhri.org.fj
FHRI extends its sincere appreciation to the:
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Novotel, Nadi.
For their contribution in realizing this seminar for us.
“FHRI is now affiliated with AUSTRALIA HUMAN RESOURCES INSTITUTE (AHRI)”
“FHRI is also a member of the ASIA PACIFIC FEDERATION OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (APFHRM)”