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EAST SEPIK PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT

Sevim People bilong East Sepik

Papua New Guinea National Emblem

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Executive Sector

November 10, 2025 — Ashley Killie

Executive Sector

Executive Sector provides leadership and coordination across the Provincial Administration, supporting the Governor and PEC through planning, governance, accountability, and performance oversight.

📍 Headed by: Mr. Samson Torovi — Provincial Administrator

Provincial Administrator’s Office

đź“Ť Provincial Administrator: MR. SAMSON TOROVI

Leadership, coordination, and executive management of the Provincial Administration.

Core Functions

  • Provide strategic direction to all divisions and districts.
  • Chair PEC and management forums to ensure decision implementation.
  • Coordinate planning, budgeting, and performance reporting processes.
  • Ensure compliance with government policies, standards, and laws.

Provincial Disaster Office

📍 Executive Manager: __________________ — Provincial Disaster Office

Coordinates disaster preparedness, response, and recovery at the provincial level.

Core Functions

  • Develop and implement disaster management and emergency response plans.
  • Coordinate relief operations and logistics during disasters.
  • Promote disaster risk reduction and community awareness programs.
  • Collaborate with NDMO and development partners on recovery projects.

Office of the Protocol

📍 Executive Manager: __________________ — Office of the Protocol

Handles all official government events, ceremonies, and visits.

Core Functions

  • Plan and coordinate official ceremonies and provincial events.
  • Manage visits from national and international dignitaries.
  • Advise divisions and districts on government protocol procedures.
  • Maintain official records of ceremonies and events.

National Functions Coordination Unit

📍 Executive Manager: __________________ — National Functions Coordination Unit

Coordinates national government functions implemented within the province.

Core Functions

  • Collaborate with national departments for aligned program delivery.
  • Monitor national functions and projects implemented in East Sepik.
  • Facilitate MoUs, agreements, and inter-government partnerships.
  • Report on the performance of national functions at provincial level.

Provincial Audit Unit

📍 Executive Manager: __________________ — Provincial Audit Unit

Ensures compliance, accountability, and value-for-money across ESPA operations.

Core Functions

  • Conduct regular financial and performance audits.
  • Identify internal control weaknesses and improvement areas.
  • Monitor implementation of audit recommendations.
  • Advise management on transparency and risk management practices.

Media Unit

📍 Executive Manager: __________________ — Media Unit

Manages official communication, public information, and media relations.

Core Functions

  • Develop and release official statements and news updates.
  • Manage social media, website, and public announcements.
  • Cover and document government programs and events.
  • Promote awareness and transparency through media outreach.