HEMASARI DHARMABUMI
Advocate, Researcher, Advisor, Trainer
Bandung
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in advocacy, project implementation, research, heading organizations and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Labour Advisor of West Java Province
Disnakertrans Jawa Barat/West Java Governor
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Consulting and assisting the West Java Governor on industrial relations and employment issues.
- Consulting and assisting the Provincial Level of Manpower Office of West Java, specifically the Head of the Office.
- Designing System and Program of Migrant Workers' Service Center and Disabilities Support Center.
- Promoting and Supporting the Migrant Service Center Program.
- Planning and Evaluating overall programs in labor issues.
- Recommending labor policies to the Governor and Head of the Provincial Manpower Office.
- Designing bureaucratic reform in the West Java Provincial Manpower Office.
- Designing digital employment service (called SI JUARA) for West Java Province.
- Trainer for Functional Officer of Manpower Office (Mediator, Labour Inspector, and Labour Placement) in provincial and district level of West Java Province.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Partner
Indonesian Consultant at Law (ICLaw)
09.2016 - Current
- Internal managing of Law Firm, consultant at law, lawyer.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges with strategic recommendations.
- Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Negotiated contracts on behalf of clients, securing favorable terms that contributed to their overall success.
- Designed tailored training programs for employees at various levels within the organization, boosting overall skillsets.
- Increased client satisfaction by developing comprehensive consulting strategies tailored to each business's unique challenges and objectives.
- Delivered comprehensive reports and presentations to stakeholders, providing insights and actionable recommendations for business improvement.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for client staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge in key areas.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
General Secretary
Padjadjaran Law Community
10.2015 - 09.2020
- Holding the secretariat of KHP/PLC and operating the programs.
- Developed comprehensive meeting agendas, facilitating productive discussions focused on achieving desired outcomes.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when proofreading correspondence and other documents before distribution.
- Coordinated executive calendars, ensuring optimal time management and reducing scheduling conflicts.
- Collaborated with department heads for seamless coordination of meetings, events, and projects.
- Contributed to successful event planning by coordinating logistics such as venue selection, catering services, and guest invitations.
- Drafted professional memos, letters, and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
- Assisted in budget development and monitoring, contributing to responsible financial management within the company.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by tracking progress and keeping teams informed about deadlines and expectations.
Principle Researcher for ASEAN
EU/Transtec Consortium
6 2015 - 07.2022
- Research, baseline study drafter, convention/standard performance drafter, Principal Researcher for ASEAN Countries.
- Conduct review and evaluations on Child Protection System in ASEAN member States.
- Conducting in-depth Chase studies on trafficking in persons and the Child Protection System in 10 ASEAN Countries.
- Formulating baseline study on trafficking in person in the ASEAN.
- Drafting the ASEAN Convention on Trafficking in Persons (ACTIP).
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
- Enhanced participant recruitment strategies, ensuring diverse and representative sample sizes.
- Mentored junior researchers, enhancing team capabilities and fostering culture of continuous learning.
- Tailored research approaches to address specific community needs, leading to impactful societal contributions.
- Improved data collection efficiency using innovative survey tools.
Strategic Planner
Better Work Indonesia Project, ILO Jakarta Office
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Facilitate program design of Better Work Indonesia Project, phase 4 (2019-2022), by using Theory of Change methodology.
- Interviewing stakeholders of the Better Work Indonesia Project of ILO.
- Facilitating a workshop on program design.
- Delivered sustainable competitive advantage by leveraging core competencies, differentiators, and unique value propositions.
- Informed decision-making processes with comprehensive research, competitor analysis, and industry benchmarking.
- Conducted scenario planning exercises to anticipate future challenges or opportunities within the industry landscape.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on strategic objectives and drive successful execution of projects.
- Enhanced organizational performance through the implementation of innovative strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans by analyzing market trends, identifying opportunities, and assessing risks.
Legal and Social Auditor
Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Audit and verify the allegation of severe labor rights violation on PT London Sumatra Indonesia Tbk, palm oil estates, and mill.
- Complaint submitted by Rainforest Action Network (RAN), International Labour Rights Forum (ILRF), and OPPUK.
- Holding Fact-Finding Field Mission
- Analyzing the compliance and non-compliance aspects of the facts.
- Providing a legal opinion.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Mentored junior auditors, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster their professional growth within the team.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine areas requiring increased focus during subsequent audits.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of risk and implement preventative measures.
- Collaborated closely with external auditors, providing requested documentation promptly to facilitate smooth year-end audits.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
Project Auditor and Evaluator
Better Work Indonesia Project-ILO Jakarta Office
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Evaluate Better Work Indonesia Mid-Term Programme Phase III (2016-2019).
- Interviewing all stakeholders (Government officials, unions, and employers Associations) in the garment sector.
- Using the ILO tools of evaluations, including formulating the methodology and synthesis report tools.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Reduced the risk of fraud by implementing effective internal controls and monitoring systems.
- Increased internal control effectiveness through diligent evaluation of processes and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Reduced audit completion times by optimizing audit planning and execution strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards, ensuring audit practices remained compliant.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Recommended architectural improvements, design solutions, and integration solutions.
Country Representative of Indonesia
IUF Asia/Pacific
01.1999 - 12.2014
- Responsible for IUF's education program throughout Asia and the Pacific.
- Representing IUF in Indonesia in relation to membership, politics, and negotiations with companies matters.
- Holding internal evaluation of complex multi-partnership and multi-country program, especially at the level of Southeast Asia.
- Evaluating activities related to CSR lobby and advocacy.
- Assisting the manual Development on Globalization, Financialization, and OHS in Agriculture
- Assisting Agriculture Director of IUF in conducting internal evaluation using IOB Manual.
- Representing IUF as an international organization before the government of Indonesia.
- Conducting advocacy and campaign on the issue of freedom of association and collective bargaining rights.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure cost-effective solutions that contributed towards overall organizational efficiency.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards set forth by the organization.
- Identified potential risks associated with program implementation proactively; devised mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Leveraged partnerships with governmental agencies for greater policy influence on issues relevant to the organization''s mission.
- Coordinated closely with headquarters staff to provide timely updates on project progress, challenges, and successes.
- Ensured compliance with local laws and regulations pertaining to non-profit operations within the country context.
- Elevated brand awareness via impactful public speaking engagements at conferences and other events related to the organization's area of focus.
- Led a diverse team of professionals in executing projects aimed at addressing key community needs and priorities.
- Managed budgetary resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for program activities and objectives.
- Recruited trained and supervised a team of dedicated volunteers to participate in community outreach initiatives and expand service provision.
- Enhanced partnership collaborations by establishing strong relationships with local stakeholders and organizations.
- Adapted global initiatives to local contexts, ensuring cultural sensitivity and relevance in all programming efforts.
- Implemented comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems to measure program impact and identify areas for improvement.
- Conducted regular field visits to monitor project implementation firsthand, providing valuable insights for future improvements.
- Developed strategic plans outlining country-specific goals, objectives, and action steps aligned with the organization''s mission and vision.
- Optimized the use of program resources by conducting regular audits and identifying opportunities for cost saving measures.
- Promoted a positive working environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional development opportunities among staff members.
Women Empowerment Officer
IUF Asia/Pacific
01.1997 - 12.2019
- Holding education, organizing, and campaign work on Women Workers in IUF's Jurisdiction sector, focusing on the issues of freedom of Association, living wage, workers' Rights, Women workers' Rights
- Conducting gender mainstreaming program, aimed to increase participation of Women at workplace (bipartite and negotiation with the employers), and in the union leadership.
- Designed targeted outreach strategies to increase awareness of available resources within the community.
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as leadership development, financial literacy, and self-advocacy, equipping participants with valuable life skills.
- Promoted personal growth among local unions through goal-setting exercises and individualized action plans tailored to their unique needs.
- Increased participant satisfaction by conducting regular needs assessments and tailoring programs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of program participation, outcomes achieved, and feedback received for reporting purposes.
- Developed successful grant proposals, securing funding for key empowerment programs and services.
- Strengthened relationships with local organizations through collaboration on empowerment projects and events.
- Organized networking events to connect women workers in the sector with upper office bearers in the union fields.
- Led professional development opportunities for women union leaders to enhance their understanding and application of empowerment principles within their respective roles.
- Holding a campaign on women workers' conditions in promoting equality for women workers.
- Conducting training for women workers' leadership in the unions.
Head of Labour Division
Yayasan Lembaga Bantuan Hukum Indonesia
1 1998 - 12.1999
- Managing 13 Legal Aid Offices in 13 provinces in Indonesia for Labor divisions.
- Holding the campaign of Clean Clothes campaign, cooperated with Women Working Worldwide (WWW).
- Holding the campaign of Jubilee 2000 on the Garment and Footwear Industry.
- Promoting Social Dialogue in Indonesia, cooperated with NCOS Belgium.
- Research Coordinator of the Social Audit Programme in Garment Sectors
- Coordinating International Labour Campaign, together with other Labour NGOs, in Indonesia.
- Representing Indonesia in Asia/Pacific Networks on SIGTUR.
Head of Labour Division, Lawyer
Bandung Legal Aid Institute-YLBHI
11.1991 - 12.1997
- Head of Labour Division at Lawyer, managing a division with 4 staff and 35 interns, volunteers, and activists.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Advised clients on risk mitigation strategies related to corporate governance matters, minimizing potential exposure to lawsuits or regulatory action.
- Negotiated favorable settlements for clients, utilizing strong interpersonal skills and strategic thinking to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
- Mentored junior associates on effective legal writing techniques and courtroom presentation skills, fostering professional growth within the firm.
- Maximized settlement outcomes for personal injury clients by diligently investigating claims and skillfully negotiating with insurance companies on their behalf.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements, and proposals.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Holding campaign on Labour Law Reform.
- Worked with legislators to assist in drafting labor, industrial relation dispute, and Trade Union legislation and enforcement procedures by offering insights as a law practitioner.
Education
No Degree - ILO Convention Enforcement
International Training Center of ILO
Turin, Italy 1 2004 -
Associate of Arts - International Advocacy
Center of International Studies
Boston University, USAAssociate of Arts - Alternative Dispute Resolution
USAID
Washington DC, USAAssociate of Arts - Participatory Rural Appraisal
ACFOA
Sydney AustraliaPh.D. - Law Enforcement Administration
Bandung Islamic University
Bandung, Indonesia 1 2021 -
Master of Arts - Islamic Business Law
Bandung Islamic University
Bandung, Indonesia 1 2016 -
Bachelor of Arts - International and Constitutional Law
University of Padjadjaran
Bandung, Indonesia 1 1997 -
Skills
Critical Thinking
Countryofresidence
Bandung
Firstnames
Hemasari
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/08/72
- Nationality: Indonesia
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
Bahasa Indonesian
English
Tagalog
Hok Kien
Timeline
Strategic Planner
Better Work Indonesia Project, ILO Jakarta Office
09.2018 - 11.2018
Labour Advisor of West Java Province
Disnakertrans Jawa Barat/West Java Governor
08.2018 - 06.2024
Legal and Social Auditor
Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)
03.2018 - 12.2018
Project Auditor and Evaluator
Better Work Indonesia Project-ILO Jakarta Office
12.2017 - 02.2018
Partner
Indonesian Consultant at Law (ICLaw)
09.2016 - Current
General Secretary
Padjadjaran Law Community
10.2015 - 09.2020
Country Representative of Indonesia
IUF Asia/Pacific
01.1999 - 12.2014
Women Empowerment Officer
IUF Asia/Pacific
01.1997 - 12.2019
Head of Labour Division, Lawyer
Bandung Legal Aid Institute-YLBHI
11.1991 - 12.1997
Principle Researcher for ASEAN
EU/Transtec Consortium
6 2015 - 07.2022
Head of Labour Division
Yayasan Lembaga Bantuan Hukum Indonesia
1 1998 - 12.1999
No Degree - ILO Convention Enforcement
International Training Center of ILO
1 2004 -
Associate of Arts - International Advocacy
Center of International Studies
Associate of Arts - Alternative Dispute Resolution
USAID
Associate of Arts - Participatory Rural Appraisal
ACFOA
Ph.D. - Law Enforcement Administration
Bandung Islamic University
1 2021 -
Master of Arts - Islamic Business Law
Bandung Islamic University
1 2016 -
Bachelor of Arts - International and Constitutional Law
University of Padjadjaran
1 1997 -
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