Governor's Team

The dedicated professionals working to realize Governor Pariwa's vision for Madang Province

Office Organizational Structure

Hon. Ramsey Pariwa

Governor of Madang

Mr. Paul Kuman

Deputy Governor

Ms. Sarah Toliman

Provincial Administrator

Mr. David Yawi

Economic Development

Dr. Linda Pais

Health & Education

Mr. James Wangi

Infrastructure

Ms. Anna Kama

Environment

Mr. Peter Bai

Governance

About Our Structure

Governor Pariwa has established this streamlined organizational structure to ensure efficient service delivery across Madang Province. Each division works collaboratively to implement the Governor's Five Development Pillars while maintaining clear accountability.

Executive Leadership Team

Deputy Governor

Mr. Paul Kuman

Deputy Governor

Office of the Governor

With 18 years of public service experience including as District Administrator for Sumkar, Mr. Kuman provides strategic leadership and oversees daily operations of the Governor's Office.

(675) 422 1001
d.gov@madang.gov.pg
Governor's Office, Madang Town
Provincial Administrator

Ms. Sarah Toliman

Provincial Administrator

Provincial Administration

A career public servant with 22 years experience, Ms. Toliman leads the provincial bureaucracy and coordinates implementation of all government programs across Madang.

(675) 422 1002
admin@madang.gov.pg
Provincial Headquarters
Economic Development Director

Mr. David Yawi

Director

Economic Development

Former CEO of Madang Chamber of Commerce leading investment attraction and business growth initiatives.

(675) 422 1101
economy@madang.gov.pg
Health & Education Director

Dr. Linda Pais

Director

Health & Education

Medical doctor and former Chief of Pediatrics at Modilon General Hospital overseeing provincial health and education services.

(675) 422 1102
health.edu@madang.gov.pg
Infrastructure Director

Mr. James Wangi

Director

Infrastructure

Civil engineer with extensive experience managing major infrastructure projects throughout PNG.

(675) 422 1103
infrastructure@madang.gov.pg

Advisory Council

Chief Advisor

Mr. Simon Marum

Chief Advisor

Policy & Strategy

Former PNG Ambassador with 30 years experience in government and international relations.

(675) 422 1201
advisor@madang.gov.pg
Legal Advisor

Ms. Rebecca Kaupa

Legal Advisor

Legal Affairs

Constitutional law expert and former State Solicitor ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

(675) 422 1202
legal@madang.gov.pg
Cultural Advisor

Chief Namu Kiap

Cultural Advisor

Traditional Affairs

Respected elder and mediator who ensures traditional values inform modern governance.

(675) 422 1203
culture@madang.gov.pg
District Representatives Council

The Advisory Council includes representatives from each of Madang's six districts who meet quarterly to provide grassroots input to the Governor's Office.

Current Representatives:

  • Rai Coast: Mr. John Yalu
  • Sumkar: Ms. Maria Baim
  • Madang: Mr. Peter Kiap
  • Usino-Bundi: Mr. Thomas Bundi
  • Bogia: Ms. Lucy Naguri
  • Middle Ramu: Mr. David Ramoi

District Coordinators

Rai Coast Coordinator

Mr. John Yalu

District Coordinator

Rai Coast District

(675) 422 1301
raicoast@madang.gov.pg
Saidor Station
Sumkar Coordinator

Ms. Maria Baim

District Coordinator

Sumkar District

(675) 422 1302
sumkar@madang.gov.pg
KarKar Station
Madang Coordinator

Mr. Peter Kiap

District Coordinator

Madang District

(675) 422 1303
madang.district@madang.gov.pg
Madang Town
Usino-Bundi Coordinator

Mr. Thomas Bundi

District Coordinator

Usino-Bundi District

(675) 422 1304
usinobundi@madang.gov.pg
Usino Station
Bogia Coordinator

Ms. Lucy Naguri

District Coordinator

Bogia District

(675) 422 1305
bogia@madang.gov.pg
Bogia Station
Middle Ramu Coordinator

Mr. David Ramoi

District Coordinator

Middle Ramu District

(675) 422 1306
middleramu@madang.gov.pg
Aiome Station

Office Support Staff

Executive Secretary

Ms. Grace Mani

Executive Secretary

Governor's Office

(675) 422 1003
secretary@madang.gov.pg
Public Relations Officer

Mr. Mark Taman

Public Relations Officer

Communications

(675) 422 1004
pro@madang.gov.pg
Executive Assistant

Ms. Julie Baleko

Executive Assistant

Governor's Office

(675) 422 1005
assistant@madang.gov.pg
IT Manager

Mr. Steven Kopun

IT Manager

Information Technology

(675) 422 1006
it@madang.gov.pg
Contacting the Governor's Office

The Governor's Office welcomes inquiries from Madang residents. Our team is available during standard government working hours:

  • Main Office: (675) 422 1000
  • General Email: info@madang.gov.pg
  • Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:45am-4:06pm
  • Address: Provincial Government Headquarters, Madang Town

For media inquiries, please contact our Public Relations Office directly.

Join Governor Pariwa's Team

We're always seeking talented individuals committed to serving Madang Province