Board of Directors
Handy Group Limited is led by a strong management and Board of Directors team. Most of the board directors are member of the Institute of Directors of Papua New Guinea. The team's unique experience and insight allows the company to discover new opportunities and grow to new heights.
Augustine S Mano
CHAIRMAN
Mr. Augustine Sanga Mano was appointed the Managing Director & CEO of Mineral Resources Development Company in March 2008. Mr. Mano graduated with Degrees in Economics and Arts majoring in Environmental Science from the University of Papua New Guinea and holds Master of Science in Petroleum Economics from Dundee University, Scotland. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Mano was involved in the civil constructions, real estate, transport and insurance.
He currently serves as Director or Chairman of many MRDC group subsidiaries and investee companies in PNG and overseas (https://site.mrdc.com.pg/). He is also the current board of DIrector for OK Tedi Mining Limited. A current member of State Negotiating Team (SNT) for PNG government. Former BSP bank Director and Hevilift Director.
Thomas Dara Ola
DIRECTOR
Thomas Dara Ola brings over 20 years of experience in finance and administration with the Mendi Provincial Works Department. He has played an active role in Hides Landowner negotiations, advocating for fair participation and community benefits. As a member of the Papua New Guinea Institute of Directors (PNGID), he upholds strong governance and professional leadership standards. His blend of public-sector experience and stakeholder engagement makes him a valuable contributor to the board.
Joyce Mano
DIRECTOR
Joyce is a practising lawyer and entrepreneur with strong experience across legal practice, business management and governance in the Pacific region. She holds an MBA from USP, a Postgraduate Qualification in Law from UPNG, and a Bachelor of Social Science (HR) from UPNG.
She is an active member of the PNG Institute of Directors, the Fiji–PNG Business Council, the Fiji and PNG Law Societies, and the HR Institutes of both Fiji and PNG. Her multidisciplinary background and regional experience support her commitment to strong governance and effective leadership.
Augustine S Mano
CHAIRMAN
Mr. Augustine Sanga Mano was appointed the Managing Director & CEO of Mineral Resources Development Company in March 2008. Mr. Mano graduated with Degrees in Economics and Arts majoring in Environmental Science from the University of Papua New Guinea and holds Master of Science in Petroleum Economics from Dundee University, Scotland. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Mano was involved in the civil constructions, real estate, transport and insurance.
He currently serves as Director or Chairman of many MRDC group subsidiaries and investee companies in PNG and overseas (https://site.mrdc.com.pg/). He is also the current board of DIrector for OK Tedi Mining Limited. A current member of State Negotiating Team (SNT) for PNG government. Former BSP bank Director and Hevilift Director.
Thomas Dara Ola
DIRECTOR
Over 20 years working experience in the Finance and Administration section of the Mendi Provincial Works Department. Involve in Hides Landowner matters in the negotiations for maximum participation. Professional Affiliations with Papua New Gunea Institute of Directors (PNGID).
Joyce mano
DIRECTOR
Practising lawyer and entrepreneur.
MBA – USP, Suva.
Post Graduate in Law – UPNG.
Bachelor in Social Science Major in HR – UPNG.
PNG ID, Fiji and PNG Business Council.
Fiji Law Society, PNG Law Society, PNG HRI and
Fiji HRI.
Jesse Mano
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Working in the capacity of Group Managing Director since 2009. Affiliated to PNGID, AICD, CPA PNG, PNG & Fiji Business Council.
Extensive experience in Corporate Structure and Financing. Served in various boards in Fiji, Australia and PNG. Possesses Masters in Professional Accounting – Victoria University-Australia and Bachelor of Commerce – University of Papua New Guinea.
Current Board Director of Handy Group subsidiaries and investee companies. Also Board Director of Water PNG Limited and Geogas Limited (formerly Origin gas). And current Chairman for the Board of Olympus Projects Limited in PNG and Australia.
Shiv Kumar
COMPANY SECRETARY
Shiv Kumar is the Company Secretary and Group CEO responsible for Handy Finance Fiji and PNG business. Mr. Kumar joined Handy Finance Fiji in 2014 and managed the overall operations in Fiji until July 2021 when following a restructure, he was appointed the CEO for Handy Finance Fiji and PNG.
Mr. Kumar possesses some 30 years of experience in various industries and different levels of operations in Fiji and New Zealand. He has more than 10 years exposure in management roles, specializing in finance and retail industries, business and strategic planning, staff training and development, credit control and debtor’s management, and accounting. Further, Mr. Kumar possesses skills and exposure in Retail Finance Management, SME Savings and Lending Administration, Commercial Lending Administration, Banking experience, Risk Management, and Crisis Management.
Mr. Kumar holds Executive Master of Business Administration from Fiji National University. He also was a member of The Inclusive Products & Services Working Group under Fiji’s National Financial Inclusion Taskforce, a project of Reserve Bank of Fiji and the Fiji Bureau of Statistics from 2016 to 2019