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EAST SEPIK PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT

Sevim People bilong East Sepik

Papua New Guinea National Emblem

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Economic Sector

November 10, 2025 — Ashley Killie

Economic Sector

Economic Sector drives inclusive growth and livelihoods in East Sepik through agriculture, fisheries, commerce/SME development, tourism, and transport coordination.

📍 Headed by: [Full Name] — Deputy Provincial Administrator, Economic Services

Agriculture & Livestock Division

📍 Executive Manager: [Full Name] — Manager, Agriculture & Livestock

Supports food security, cash crops, value chains, and livestock health.

Core Functions

  • Extension services for cocoa, coffee, vanilla, and staple crops.
  • Livestock husbandry support, animal health, and biosecurity awareness.
  • Farmer training, market linkage, and value-add processing initiatives.
  • Data collection and reporting on agricultural production and pests.

Commerce Division

📍 Executive Manager: [Full Name] — Manager, Commerce

Promotes SME growth, investment facilitation, and fair trading.

Core Functions

  • SME/entrepreneurship programs and business advisory.
  • Investment promotion and facilitation with private sector partners.
  • Market development, standards awareness, and consumer protection.
  • Trade fairs, expos, and access-to-finance coordination.

Fisheries Division

📍 Executive Manager: [Full Name] — Manager, Fisheries

Sustainable coastal/inland fisheries, aquaculture, and livelihoods.

Core Functions

  • Community fisheries management and compliance awareness.
  • Aquaculture extension (tilapia, prawns, etc.) and hatchery support.
  • Fishing gear, safety-at-sea, and cold chain/processing training.
  • Catch data, resource monitoring, and partnership with NFA.

Tourism Division

📍 Executive Manager: [Full Name] — Manager, Tourism

Develops tourism products, branding, and cultural heritage promotion.

Core Functions

  • Destination marketing and event support (festivals, cultural shows).
  • Product development with districts/LLGs and community groups.
  • Tourism standards awareness and investor facilitation.
  • Heritage & conservation partnerships and visitor information.

Transport Division

📍 Executive Manager: [Full Name] — Manager, Transport

Coordinates transport planning, logistics, and road safety awareness.

Core Functions

  • Coordinate with Works, districts, and stakeholders on road priorities.
  • Transport data and logistics planning for service delivery.
  • Road safety awareness and public transport coordination.
  • Support maintenance programs and monitor access corridors.