We need to provide service to every Fijian efficiently and effectively - Ditoka

Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management Sakiasi Ditoka says service is their ball game, and they need to provide service to every Fijian efficiently and effectively.

Ditoka highlighted this while speaking to staff members of the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management and the Senior Management Board in Nakasi today.

He says they need to raise the level of performance across all divisions as they head into another new year. Ditoka says how can the Government rebuild faith with its people when public trust is declining.

He says the answer is surprisingly simple which is to meet and deliver services to every Fijian where they are.

Ditoka has also reiterated that emerging issues have affected their operations, however at the end of the day, the Government must be held accountable for designing and delivering services with a focus on the experience of the people whom it is meant to serve.

Ditoka also highlighted several key issues that the Ministry would be focusing on this year, encompassing a range of areas, including policy alignment, organisational structure, legislative frameworks, and operational efficiency.

These works include the review and reset of the Ministry’s Strategic Development Plan to align with the revised National Development Plan.

Ditoka says the establishment of the Centre for Rural Development, intended to serve Fiji and the broader Pacific, is another significant initiative the Ministry will be looking into this year.

He further says they are committed to the timely implementation of the Nabavatu Relocation Initiative and the reconstruction of homes damaged by landslides in Naitasiri.

The Minister says streamlining the overall monitoring, reporting, and management for disaster management processes is also on their agenda to enhance efficiency and best practices across implementing divisions.

Ditoka says they also plan to conduct a comprehensive infrastructure audit in rural areas, driven by key stakeholders.

He adds support is crucial for the Ministry to achieve these ambitious targets.