Key skills and expertise

With 12 years of experience in social development, the expert specializes in research, community advocacy, and CSR program evaluation. Proficient in sociological research methods, including survey, ethnographic, and discourse analysis, the expert has led impactful projects both locally and internationally. Career highlights include evaluating workers' welfare in East Kalimantan and developing modules for oil palm plantation settlements. Previously held roles such as Director of JAPSIKA and Head of Research Division at APSI have underscored the expert's leadership abilities. Their work has significantly contributed to enhancing community welfare and influencing policy development.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in international collaboration, the expert has worked with donors like Kumacaya-France and GIZ, Germany. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in sectors such as social development and labor rights advocacy. Notable projects, including the evaluation of workers' welfare in East Kalimantan and developing modules for oil palm plantation settlements, have regional significance, focusing on East Kalimantan, Indonesia.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors, including rural development, civil society, NGOs, culture, social development, and corporate social responsibility. Background includes positions as lecturer, researcher, and director, with a focus on community advocacy, policy evaluation, and CSR program assessments. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise integrates sociological research with community development initiatives. The geographic scope of their work is primarily in Indonesia, specifically East Kalimantan, where they address regional development challenges and advocate for social welfare improvements. Extensive experience in Indonesia has provided deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and Indonesian, the expert effectively communicates in multilingual environments, contributing to both local and international initiatives. Their language skills are utilized in professional settings such as in-country work in Indonesia, research collaborations, and community advocacy projects. With a strong academic foundation, the expert holds a Doctorate in Sociology from Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia, obtained in 2011. Additionally, they earned a Master of Science in Sociology in 2015 and a Graduate degree in Social Development in 1998, both from Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia.