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GWNET and The World Bank

Pacific Women in Power (PWIP) Mentoring Program

The Pacific Women in Power (PWIP) Program is a 9-month mentoring initiative, delivered in partnership between GWNET and The World Bank. The program aims to empower women as agents of change driving the energy transition across the Pacific. PWIP’s objective is to increase women’s employment in Pacific Island energy institutions, fostering a stronger, more diverse energy sector that contributes to broader economic development in the region.

Through one-on-one mentoring, knowledge sharing, and networking, the program supports women at different stages of their careers—particularly those working in or aspiring to enter technical STEM roles in the energy sector, including early to mid-career professionals with 2–6 years of experience, women aiming for leadership positions, and final-year university students in relevant STEM fields.

What the Program offers:

A 9-month structured mentorship with a dedicated mentor.
At least 4 exclusive knowledge-transfer webinars on the latest energy trends, team leadership skills, and technical advancement.
Peer-to-peer and mentor networking events.
Opportunities to participate in regional energy dialogues.

The PWIP Program is open to women working in utilities, as well as current and prospective STEM university students. The initiative welcomes applicants from Samoa, Tonga, Solomon Islands, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia.

View Mentees in this programme:

Fiji

Bridget Rosemary Rukshana Khan, Apprentice Electrical Tech, Energy Fiji Limited, Fiji
Cheryl Shirley, Electrical Engineer, Marshall Energy Company, Fiji
Litiana Naileqe Vateitei, Apprentice Electrical Technician, Energy Fiji Limited & Fiji National University, Fiji
Mrunmayi Sanjay Badgujar, Student – Mechanical Engineering, University of the South Pacific, Fiji
Navlit Swastika Prasad, Renewable Energy Assessment & Modeling, Fiji National University, Fiji
Unaisi Qivi Vakaciriwaqa, Human Resources & Payroll Officer, Energy Fiji Limited, Fiji

Marshall Islands

Alexandra Lutuni, Compliance & Revenue Protection Specialist, Marshalls Energy Company, Marshall Islands
Lucy Victoria Vuetaki Tifere, Electrical Engineer, Marshall Energy Company (MEC), Marshall Islands
Metheal Komaie, Bookkeeper, Island Eco, Marshall Islands
Shannon Rhea Prakash, Electrical Engineer, Marshalls Energy Company, Marshall Islands
Vasiti Qolikoro, CMIS Asset Management System, Marshalls Energy Company, Marshall Islands

Micronesia

Ann-Marie Daka, Electrical Engineer, Pohnpei Utility Corporation, Micronesia

Papua New Guinea

Addie KARPO, Hydro Mechanic and Power Station Operator, PNG Power Limited, Papua New Guinea
Alfi Alu, Student – Bachelor of Sustainable Development, University of Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea
Alumita Chan, Student – Master’s Degree in Project Management, University of Sydney, Papua New Guinea
Benedicta Savage, Engineering Manager, CTEPNG, Papua New Guinea
Caroline Lepatu Nala, Business Improvement Manager, PNG Power Limited, Papua New Guinea
Cassandra Cidar Koko, Biomedical Engineer, Papua New Guinea University of Technology, Papua New Guinea
Charrity Malu, Student – Electrical (Power) Engineer, Papua New Guinea University of Technology, Papua New Guinea
Dorothea Vagalia, Senior Condition Monitoring Engineer, PNG Power Limited, Papua New Guinea
Emma Rex, Student – Environmental Science, University of Goroka, Papua New Guinea
Gloria Oakiva, Fleet Administration Officer, PNG Power Limited, Papua New Guinea
Jodie Valinamoraka Kila, Sustainable Development Officer, Solar Solutions PNG Ltd, Papua New Guinea
Leonie Victor, Student – Diploma in Electrical Engineering, National Polytechnic Institute of Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea
Luena Gabriel, Electrician, PNG Power Limited, Papua New Guinea
Michelle Kuna, Engineer Energy Standards, National Energy Authority, Papua New Guinea
Nevielly Jarmilla Kavop, AML Technical Analyst, BSP Financial Group Limited, Papua New Guinea
Savictoria Talita, Mechanical Engineer, PNG University of Technology, Papua New Guinea
Zochoberth Inni, Graduate Electrical Engineer, PNG University of Technology, Papua New Guinea

Samoa

Leata Polataivao Tangatauli, Electrical Engineering Officer, Samoa Electric Power Corporation, Samoa
Luna-Rossa Lomitusi-Ape, Renewable Energy Engineer, Electrical Power Corporation, Samoa
Marichan Fong, Graduate Engineer, Electrical Power Corporation, Samoa
Sarafina Arieta Tei Lesa, Electrical Engineer, Electric Power Corporation Samoa, Samoa

Solomon Islands

Bridelia Takanamadu Peter, Secondary System Engineer, Solomon Power, Solomon Islands
Lisa Warakohia, Assistant Switching Coordinator, Solomon Power, Solomon Islands

Tonga

Kulaea Taueveeve Pauu, Telecommunications Engineer, Tonga Power Limited, Tonga
Meleteukialupe Soakai, Senior Business Development Engineer, Tonga Power Limited, Tonga
Sonia ‘Osika, IT Supervisor, Tonga Power, Tonga

View Mentors in this programme:

Ana Victoria Tarín, VP Renewables, Javelin Global Commodities, USA
Angelica Waweru, Operations Manager, , Kenya
Asha Khanal, Electrical Engineer, Nepal Electricity Authority, Nepal
Asma Riswan, Project Manager, IntegrateSun, Pakistan
Brenda Onyango, Technical Operations Manager, ENGIE Energy Access (Africa), Kenya
Budgeree Langat, Transmission System Planning Engineer, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO), Kenya
Catherine Nyambala, Energy Consultant, , Kenya
Christine Ingutia, Electrical Project Engineer, Kenya Power, Kenya
Clara Musama, Leadership & Personal Growth Coach, Baqwetu Coaching & Consulting, Zambia
Deepshikha Prasad, ICT Technician, Energy Fiji Limited, Fiji
Fen Li, Chief Engineer, Shenzhen Institute of Building Research / Professor of Economics, PhD, China
Fineula TU’I’ONETOA, Graduate Engineer, University of the South Pacific, Tonga
Geetanjali Seewoosurrun, Senior Customer Services Officer, Central Electricity Board, Mauritius
Helena Stowers Solomona, Electrical Engineer, Electric Power Corporation, Samoa
Jason Hisatake, Manager Corporate Governance, Samoa Electric Power Corporation, Samoa
Kaidi Ru, Managing Director, SnT Consulting, China
Kiran Siraj, Chief Executive Officer, Infragreen solutions pk, Pakistan
Melo Rambu, Team Leader New Guinea Mainland, PNG Power Ltd, Papua New Guinea
Meng Cui, Leader of Department, Technical & Marketing, China
Minh-Thu Huynh, Lecturer, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education, Vietnam
Namrata Shrestha, Energy Advisor, SNV, Nepal
Nancy Mwari, Green Growth and Climate Change Officer, Kenya Association of Manufacturers, Kenya
Ngayam David, Financial Planner, PNG Power Ltd, Papua New Guinea
Ngoan Nghiem Thi, Energy Advisor, GIZ Vietnam, Vietnam
Nidhi Verma, Senior Software Specialist and Global Lead Trainer, UL Solutions, India
Nomathemba Ndlovu, Technology Director, Youth Climate Policy Centre, Australia
Ravita Lamba, Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Ravita Prasad, Assistant Professor, Fiji National University, Fiji
Shantanu Roy, Sector Coordinator (Renewables and Energy Conservation), Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy, India
Sindisiwe Nomalungelo Shozi, Chief Engineer, eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa
Sita Adhikari, Co-founder and Director, Impact, Nepal
Stephanie Yamun, Senior Hydro Mechanical Fitter, PNG Power Ltd, Papua New Guinea
Sueina Vaatausili-Taufao, Electrical Engineer, Electric Power Corporation, Samoa
Swasti Raizada, Senior Policy Advisor, International Institute for Sustainable Development, India
ThuThuy Nguyen, Technical Director, Vietnam Green Building Council (VGBC), Vietnam
Toiata Apelu Uili, Pacific NDC Technical Officer, Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), Samoa
Tony Monti, Team Leader Survey, PNG Power Ltd, Papua New Guinea
Vera Lama Makara, General Manager Asset Management, PNG Power Ltd, Papua New Guinea

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Energising Women to Advance the Energy Transition in the SADC Region Mentoring Programme 2026

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This mentorship programme strives to empower women energy professionals from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Now in its second edition, the initiative specifically aims to advance the careers of women from junior to mid-level management roles, equipping them with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to nurture their professional growth. Through mentoring, networking opportunities, and skill-building, the programme fosters leadership potential and enhances participants’ contributions to the sustainable energy sector.