Appointment of Chief Executive Officer – Mr. Vilimaka Foliaki
19 March 2026
Suprise Visit from Tongan Overseas Panelist
25 March 2026
Training Date: 25 March 2026 Venue: MET Conference Room.
TNQAB Staff Participate in Procurement Workshop Led by the Pacific Australia Skills (PAS)
The Tonga National Qualifications and Accreditation Board (TNQAB) staff participated in a Procurement
Workshop held on 25 March 2026 at the Ministry of Education and Training Main Conference Room.
The workshop was organized under the Pacific Australia Skills (PAS) initiative to strengthen procurement
knowledge and promote effective procurement practices across education sector agencies.
The session commenced with welcome remarks and an opening prayer delivered by Ms. Star Pau’u,
Pacific Australia Skills Tonga Team Lead. The workshop aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of
procurement fundamentals, processes, and engagement strategies, ensuring compliance with PAS
procurement procedures.
Ms. Rebekah Prole, Regional Operations Manager for Pacific Australia Skills, facilitated the main
technical sessions, covering Procurement Fundamentals and Procurement Process Essentials. These
presentations provided participants with practical insights into procurement planning, sourcing
requirements, and ensuring transparency and accountability throughout procurement activities.
An interactive procurement engagement activity followed, allowing participants to apply their knowledge
in a collaborative setting. The session encouraged discussion, experience sharing, and strengthened
participants’ confidence in implementing procurement procedures effectively within their respective
organizations.
The workshop concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Star Pau’u emphasizing the importance of sound
procurement practices in supporting efficient service delivery and responsible management of public
resources.
The event ended with a group photo and refreshments, marking a successful and informative engagement.
TNQAB acknowledges the Pacific Australia Skills for facilitating this important capacity-building
opportunity, which contributes to strengthening institutional governance and operational effectiveness.
