Assisstant Ombudsman
Maualaivao Pepe Seiuli
Maualaivao born and raised in Samoa, joined the Office of the Ombudsman in 1992 when the Office was established at the Old Fono House of Parliament.
He assists the Ombudsman in the conduct of investigations against Government Ministries and agencies concerning complaints from members of the public relating to matters of defective administration. Maualaivao is responsible to the Ombudsman in the overall administration of the Office to ensure effective and efficient operations.
Prior to joining the Office of the Ombudsman, Maualaivao worked for the Office of the Public Service Commission as Chief management Advisory Officer dealing with Public Service Appeal matters. He was also an Advocate for the Commission in appeals against non promotions, appointments and disciplinary matters. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Executive Officer for the Inland Revenue Department.

Our Staff
Good Governance Unit

Fuimaono Vaiao Eteuati
Director Good Governance
v.eteuati@ombudsman.gov.ws

Tupuola Toetu Isaako Tuia
Principal Investigations Officer
toetu.tuia@ombudsman.gov.ws

[Vacant]
Senior Investigations Officer
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Our Staff
Human Rights Unit

Loukinikini Vili
Director Human Rights
loukinikini.vili@ombudsman.gov.ws

Ellenlina Moala Tumua
Principal Human Rights Advisor
ellenlinamtumua@ombudsman.gov.ws

Vaelei Apulu Ioasa
Senior Human Rights Officer
vaelei.ioasa@ombudsman.gov.ws
Our Staff
Special Investigations Unit

Lagafuaina Tavita
Director Special Investigations
lagafuaina@ombudsman.gov.ws

Taalo Leota Taalo
Principal Investigations Officer
taalo.leota@ombudsman.gov.ws

Nepa Papalii
Senior Investigations Officer
nepa.papalii@ombudsman.gov.ws
Our Staff
Engagement & Communications Unit

[Vacant]
Director Engagement & Communications
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Michael Tamanikaiyaroi
Principal Multi-media Engagement Officer
michael.tam@ombudsman.gov.ws

[Vacant]
Senior Engagement Officer
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Our Staff
Corporate Services Unit

Loau Davina Rasch Salanoa
Director Corporate Services
davinarsalanoa@ombudsman.gov.ws

Ieti Seiuli
Senior Accounts Officer
iseiuli@ombudsman.gov.ws

Rosuweti Galuvao
Support Officer
rosuweti.galuvao@ombudsman.gov.ws

Salamasina Sanele
Clerical Officer
salamasina@ombudsman.gov.ws

Ropati Sitivi
Driver/Receptionist
ropati.sitivi@ombudsman.gov.ws

Mele Afato Taveuveu
Office Assistant/ Cleaner
mele.taveuveu@ombudsman.gov.ws