John Kanai Ta’amora
Country Coordinator
Zion, East Honiara,Guadalcanal
Summary
Private Sector Development Specialist with over eight years of experience across regional economic development, policy advocacy, and inclusive market systems. Proven success in coordinating donor-funded programs, facilitating private-public dialogue, and implementing reforms in areas including business law, SOE reform, access to finance, and women's economic empowerment. Holds a Master’s in Politics and International Relations and a Bachelor’s in Politics and Economics. Passionate about advancing sustainable economic growth and labour mobility in the Pacific region.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Sector Development Initiative Coordinator
Asian Development Bank
10.2022 - Current
- Lead dialogue with Solomon Islands Government on PSD reform priorities.
- Coordinate and monitor implementation of technical assistance in areas including SOE reform, business law, finance, competition policy, tourism, and women's empowerment.
- Represent PSDI at high-level forums, consultations, and media engagements.
- Facilitate expert missions and ensure alignment between PSDI and broader ADB operations.
- Draft reports and contribute to PSDI’s Annual Report and strategy documents.
Business Partnerships Adviser
Strongim Bisnis
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Applied market systems development approach to identify constraints and opportunities in key value chains.
- Built partnerships with businesses, entrepreneurs, and public institutions.
- Designed interventions with Women’s Economic Empowerment, youth, and disability inclusion.
- Supported M&E, results tracking, and contributed to strategic reporting and communications.
Advocacy Officer
Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry
04.2017 - 10.2021
- Led stakeholder engagement and advocacy strategy development.
- Represented SICCI in consultations with government and international partners.
- Coordinated working groups, policy meetings, and donor engagement.
- Drafted MOUs, advocacy reports, and managed high-level business events.
Education
Master of Politics - International Affairs
University of The South Pacific
Laucala, Suva, Fiji03-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and Economics
University of The South Pacific
Laucala, Suva, Fiji03-2014
Skills
Private Sector Development (PSD) & Reform
Policy Analysis & Public-Private Dialogue
Project Management & Donor Coordination
Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
Strategic Communications & Advocacy
Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI)
Problem-solving
Adaptability and flexibility
Team collaboration
Meeting coordination
Timeline
Private Sector Development Initiative Coordinator
Asian Development Bank
10.2022 - Current
Business Partnerships Adviser
Strongim Bisnis
10.2021 - 10.2022
Advocacy Officer
Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry
04.2017 - 10.2021
Master of Politics - International Affairs
University of The South Pacific
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and Economics
University of The South Pacific