Olivia Moala Waqabaca
Nakasi
Summary
A resilient, purpose-driven professional with a rich and diverse background in law enforcement, business management, and legal studies. Olivia Moala Waqabaca brings over a decade of experience as a former Police Officer in the Fiji Police Force, where she broke gender barriers as the first female Officer to be recruited as a Police Driver. She has served across specialized units such as the Transport Pool, Tourist Police, Legal & Intelligence Bureau, Forensics, and Uniform Branch at Nakasi Station. Olivia is also an advocate for justice and healing, drawing from personal experience to champion the voices of abuse survivors through her published memoir 'The Broken Island Girl.'
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Giver
Mai Fiji Care Giving Agency
Santa Rosa
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and needs.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Collaborated with family members to develop personalized care plans.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Documented daily activities and care provided in client records accurately.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
Suva
02.2000 - 07.2002
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted management in maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss workflow and best practices.
Police Officer
Fiji Police Force
Suva
- Broke gender barriers as the first female Officer to be recruited as a Police Driver.
- Served across specialized units such as the Transport Pool, Tourist Police, Legal & Intelligence Bureau, Forensics, and Uniform Branch at Nakasi Station.
Receptionist Administrator
PATARA COMMUNICATIONS
Suva
07.2001 - 07.2002
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Level II
University of Fiji
01.2021
Policing Certificate - Level IV & Basic Recruit Course (BRC)
Fiji Police Academy
01.2021
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Level I
University of the South Pacific
01.2019
Diploma - Business Management
University of the South Pacific
01.2018
Authorised Police Driver -
Fiji Police Force Academy
01.2014
Fares and Ticketing Stages I, II & III -
Fiji National Training Council
01.1999
Skills
- Women's Empowerment & Advocacy
- Criminal Justice & Policing
- Public Speaking & Storytelling
- Legal Research & Interpretation
- Discipline
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Trauma Awareness & Survivor Support
<Enter your own>
- Date of Birth: 12/06/79
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Care Giver
Mai Fiji Care Giving Agency
08.2024 - Current
Receptionist Administrator
PATARA COMMUNICATIONS
07.2001 - 07.2002
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
02.2000 - 07.2002
Police Officer
Fiji Police Force
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Level II
University of Fiji
Policing Certificate - Level IV & Basic Recruit Course (BRC)
Fiji Police Academy
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Level I
University of the South Pacific
Diploma - Business Management
University of the South Pacific
Authorised Police Driver -
Fiji Police Force Academy
Fares and Ticketing Stages I, II & III -
Fiji National Training Council