Kathleen Tuai-Ta’ufo’ou
Chief Executive Officer
Kathleen has worked with the Pacific community within the health and social sector for more than 18 years. She has a background in Law and Management. She has sat on various governance and Advisory groups to Ministers, government and community agencies. Kathleen was also the CEO for Fonua Ola Network and Business and Operations Manager for Vaka Tautua for several years.
Kathleen attended the University of Auckland graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Political Science and a Bachelor of Laws.
BA, LLB
Sesimani ‘Ahio-Havea
Acting General Manager, Operations
Sesimani Ahio-Havea is a dynamic leader driving strategic growth and operational excellence at Siaola. With nearly four years of dedicated service, she has held key positions including Business Development Manager and currently serves as the Acting General Manager, Operations. Additionally, she has overseen critical functions such as Human Resources, Quality Management, and Financial Management, demonstrating her versatility and strategic acumen.
Sesimani’s unique blend of academic expertise in Pacific Studies and Criminology, coupled with her practical experience in the non-profit sector, provides her with a deep understanding of the Pacific community’s needs and challenges. Her Master’s dissertation, focused on the Pacific community’s resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand, further solidified her expertise in public health and social policy. She is committed to leveraging this knowledge to drive positive change and empower the Pacific community.
BA, Hons, MA Arts