Overview

The Human Resource Department at Solomon Islands National University is a strategic enabler of institutional excellence, leading initiatives that align SINUโ€™s people strategy with its academic, research, and development objectives. Positioned at the core of the universityโ€™s transformation agenda, HRD drives organizational capability, cultural change, and workforce resilience to ensure SINU remains agile, competitive, and impactful.

In an evolving higher education landscape, the Human Resource Department plays a leadership role in shaping a workforce that is future-focused, values-driven, and equipped to advance SINUโ€™s national and regional mission. Through strategic partnerships, digital innovation, and capacity-building, the department cultivates a high-performance culture that supports academic quality, operational effectiveness, and inclusive growth.

Key Strategic Pillars of Human Resource Department Include:

  1. Strategic Workforce Planning and Talent Optimization โ€“ Aligning talent capabilities with institutional priorities and future needs.
  2. Organizational Development and Change Leadership โ€“ Driving transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement across the university.
  3. HR Technology and Data-Driven Decision Making โ€“ Leveraging digital platforms and analytics to enhance agility, transparency, and employee experience.
  4. Leadership and Professional Development โ€“ Building institutional capacity through targeted learning, leadership pipelines, and career progression.
  5. Employee Experience and Wellbeing โ€“ Fostering a purpose-driven, inclusive, and resilient work environment that enables staff to thrive and contribute meaningfully.

Human Resource Department collaborates with executive leadership and stakeholders to ensure SINUโ€™s human capital strategies are integrated, responsive, and positioned to support the universityโ€™s role in shaping sustainable development for the Solomon Islands and the wider region.

Mrs. Lynette Tora

Director of Human Resources Department

Lynette Hirisiko Tora, is a seasoned human resource and public sector leader with a distinguished career spanning leadership roles across key government and institutional bodies in the Solomon Islands. As Director of the Human Resource Department at Solomon Islands National University, she brings deep expertise in strategic workforce development, organizational governance, and policy leadership to support the universityโ€™s mission of delivering quality education and driving national development.

Prior to joining Solomon Islands National University, she held several high-level positions including Chief Executive Officer of the National Judiciary of Solomon Islands, Human Resource Manager in the Solomon Islands Government, Board Secretary of Solomon Islands Water Authority, and Deputy Chair and member of the Solomon Islands Government Land Board. These roles reflect a strong track record of leading institutional reforms, advancing human capital strategies, and contributing to national governance.

Academically, Lynette Hirisiko Tora holds a Master of Human Resource Management and Employment Relations from Griffith University (Australia), a Master of Business Administration and a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from the University of the South Pacific (USP), and a Diploma in Business Management from Fiji National University (FNU). This robust educational foundation underpins her ability to bridge policy, practice, and people development in complex environments.

At Solomon Islands National University, Lynette Hirisiko Tora is committed to transforming the Human Resource function into a strategic driver of institutional performanceโ€”championing a culture of integrity, inclusion, and innovation that empowers staff and supports the universityโ€™s long-term vision.

Mission Statement

The Human Resource Department of the Solomon Islands National University exists to strategically empower the universityโ€™s mission by developing a dynamic, capable, and engaged workforce. We are committed to shaping institutional success by aligning human capital with SINUโ€™s academic, research, and development goals.

Through forward-thinking leadership, innovation, and inclusive practices, we deliver transformative HR solutions that enhance institutional effectiveness, drive cultural change, and build long-term organizational resilience. Our mission is to cultivate talent, inspire performance, and support the universityโ€™s evolution as a leading contributor to national and regional progress.