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Arezka Hantyanto

Summary

Seasoned development professional with 17 years of experience in project management, partnership building, and policy development. Proven track record in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, with expertise in disaster risk reduction, labor rights, and sustainable development.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistic Coordinator

Deco Hotel
02.2021 - 06.2024
  • Streamlined administrative processes and facility services, enhancing operational efficiency
  • Trained new employees on logistics procedures, promoting a consistent approach across the team.
  • Conducted regular safety and quality inspections, ensuring 100% compliance with hotel standards as well as state and national industry regulations.

Interpreter and Delegation Liaison

Disability Rights Fund
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated communication for Indonesian delegation at the Australian Aid Conference
  • Provided accurate, real-time interpretation during high-level consultations with DFAT and government ministers

External Collaborator

International Labour Organization
04.2020 - 07.2020
  • Assist the project in providing relevant and up-to-date information on the fisheries sector including providing information as a project resource person in the final project evaluation
  • Led technical support for international Video Conference on Port State Control Protocols

National Project Officer

International Labour Organization
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders (related Southeast Asian nation's government agencies, labour unions and private sectors)
  • Providing technical expertise and assistance on the establishment of Regional Coordination Body (RCB) by facilitating coordination and consultation meetings with related SEA nation's government agencies, labour union and private sector
  • Providing technical support and facilitate activities of the Secretariat of the newly established Regional Coordination Body, its steering committee, and its working groups meetings
  • Commission independent research and analysis to address knowledge gaps and map current and planned regional anti-trafficking activities related to fisheries.
  • Developed comprehensive project reports and policy recommendations, informing strategic decision-making

Legal and Agreement Manager

Regional Secretariat - Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Negotiated and drafted high-stakes agreements with six member countries and international organizations
  • Ensured compliance with complex international and national laws, mitigating legal risks
  • Advised Executive Director on strategic legal matters, supporting informed decision-making

Project Evaluation Consultant

OnTrack Media Indonesia
01.2017 - 04.2017
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive evaluation framework for multi-regional project
  • Conducted in-depth analysis across 5 regencies, delivering actionable recommendations for project enhancement

Knowledge Management and Public Outreach Coordinator

SPARC Project - UNDP
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Design and execute evaluation plans, track project achievements, manage project information, and promote knowledge sharing and collaboration in support of program goals
  • Track and record project achievements, innovations, deliverables and evaluation results
  • Identify and decide on creative, efficient, and effective ways to engage audiences and facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Policy Analyst

SCDRR II Project - UNDP
11.2013 - 12.2015
  • Provide strategic technical assistance to disaster risk reduction directorate, fostering effective communication and coordination among project board members, facilitating risk reduction advocacy, offering guidance on policy formulation processes, and ensuring the production of timely and informative reports to support disaster risk reduction efforts
  • Provide effective, efficient, and strategic technical assistance to Directorate for Disaster Risk Reduction of The Indonesian Disaster Management Agency and to The Directorate of Disaster Prevention and Management of The Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Provide advice and technical assistance on the drafting of National DM Plan 2013-2015
  • Developed policy briefs that summarized key findings from research activities, highlighting implications for future action and providing actionable recommendations for decision makers.

Project Operation Officer

TNP2K (National Team on Accelerating Poverty Reduction)
07.2012 - 10.2013
  • Act as designated source person to local governments on Unified Database utilization for Poverty Reduction Program
  • Manage and address feedback, complaints, and enquiries from all Poverty Reduction stakeholders (Government and Non-Government) regarding the utilization of unified database for poverty reduction program
  • Support operational activities of National Health Insurance Unit in particular on giving inputs and advice on the utilization of unified database for NHI program implemented by the Ministry of Health and PT. Askes
  • Serve as complaint handler for any NHI database related complaints from the ministry of health, PT.Askes, Local Governments, health service providers (Hospital and puskesmas) and from the general public.

National Project Officer-Institutional Development

SCDRR Project - UNDP
08.2009 - 07.2012
  • Facilitated implementation and monitoring of activities for DRR institutional development in 9 provinces
  • Oversaw development of Indonesia Disaster Information Database (DIBI) system
  • Managed a mini-grants program, overseeing the allocation and monitoring of funds channeled to local organizations for community-based Disaster Risk Reduction projects
  • Provided technical assistance and capacity building support to grantee organizations to ensure effective implementation of DRR initiatives
  • Writes lesson learned on SCDRR institutional development programs.

Project Coordinator

OnTrack Media Indonesia
02.2005 - 07.2009
  • Led diverse portfolio of development projects, including post-tsunami reconstruction, anti-trafficking initiatives, and education programs
  • Secured and managed funding from international donors including EU and USAID
  • Developed and implemented innovative media strategies for development communication


Project Managed :

  • Strengthening Civil Society Institutions to Advocates Women Rights and Women Roles Post Tsunami and Post Conflict in Aceh funded by The European Union (November 2008-December 2009)
  • Capacity Building for Scout Movement (Pramuka) in Junior High School and High School on Anti Trafficking Campaign in East Nusa Tenggara, funded by European Union (2006 - 2007)
  • Education equality radio program for the Department of Education in 10 Cities/Municipalities in Central of Java, funded by The Department of Education (2006)
  • Establishment of www.stoptrafiking.or.id as a data and information centre for anti-trafficking campaign in Indonesia, funded by USAID and European Union (2005)

Legal Officer

Medianet Indonesia
09.2004 - 02.2005
  • Provide legal advisory for Medianet Indonesia
  • Drafting Official Correspondence of Medianet Indonesia
  • Assisted in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
  • Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.

Court Interpreter

Indonesian Public Prosecutor Office
10.2003 - 08.2004
  • Provide interpreting service for foreign defendant in court.
  • Contributed to fair trial outcomes by offering clear and precise interpretations of witness testimonies and attorney arguments.
  • Enhanced courtroom efficiency by providing accurate and timely interpretation services for non-English speaking individuals.

Education

Master Degree in Law -

University of Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia
02.2008

Bachelor Degree in Law -

University of Indonesia
Jakarta
01.2002

Skills

  • Leadership

  • Teamwork

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Project Management

  • Work Planning and Prioritization

  • Relationship Building

  • Customer Service

Publications

  • Indonesia and the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188): a comparative analysis (Co-author, 2019)
  • The Philippines and the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188) : a comparative analysis (Co-author,2019)
  • Indonesia's Fisheries Human Rights Certification System: Assessment, Commentary, and Recommendations Working Paper (Co-author, 2019)
  • Science to Practise : Lesson Learnt From Community Based Adaptation in Semi Arid Region of Indonesia (Writing team - 2016)
  • Indonesia Disaster Risk Index 2013 (writing team-2013)
  • Derita Bisu : Anti Human Trafficking Training of Trainers Curriculum Manual for Scouts (Co-Author-2006)

Timeline

Interpreter and Delegation Liaison

Disability Rights Fund
11.2022 - 12.2022

Logistic Coordinator

Deco Hotel
02.2021 - 06.2024

External Collaborator

International Labour Organization
04.2020 - 07.2020

National Project Officer

International Labour Organization
06.2018 - 03.2020

Legal and Agreement Manager

Regional Secretariat - Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security
07.2017 - 06.2018

Project Evaluation Consultant

OnTrack Media Indonesia
01.2017 - 04.2017

Knowledge Management and Public Outreach Coordinator

SPARC Project - UNDP
01.2015 - 12.2016

Policy Analyst

SCDRR II Project - UNDP
11.2013 - 12.2015

Project Operation Officer

TNP2K (National Team on Accelerating Poverty Reduction)
07.2012 - 10.2013

National Project Officer-Institutional Development

SCDRR Project - UNDP
08.2009 - 07.2012

Project Coordinator

OnTrack Media Indonesia
02.2005 - 07.2009

Legal Officer

Medianet Indonesia
09.2004 - 02.2005

Court Interpreter

Indonesian Public Prosecutor Office
10.2003 - 08.2004

Master Degree in Law -

University of Indonesia

Bachelor Degree in Law -

University of Indonesia
Arezka Hantyanto