The Public Service Commission, in agreement with the Prime Minister, has announced the reappointment of six Permanent Secretaries to guide their respective ministries in the upcoming phase of growth and development.
PSC Chairman Luke Rokovada stated that the decision to reappoint these individuals followed a comprehensive recruitment process. The Commission determined that these Permanent Secretaries are well-suited to continue their roles, owing to their extensive knowledge of their ministries, established records of success, and clear visions for the future.
Pita Tagicakirewa has been reappointed as Permanent Secretary for I-Taukei Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts until November 2025. Seema Sharma continues as Permanent Secretary for Local Government until December 2025. Yogesh Karan will serve as Permanent Secretary for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry, also until December 2025. Shaheen Ali is reappointed as Permanent Secretary for Trade, Cooperatives, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications until December 2025.
Susan Kiran has been reappointed as Secretary to Cabinet until June 2026 and will also take on the role of Permanent Secretary for Information starting September 2, 2024. Dr. Raijeli Taga has been reappointed as Permanent Secretary for Lands and Mineral Resources until her transition to a new ministry in October 2024.
Chairman Rokovada noted that all reappointed Permanent Secretaries are Fijian nationals, highlighting the growth of Fiji’s talent pool and the Civil Service’s ability to attract and retain highly qualified individuals.