Esti Andayani, a retired career diplomat, served as Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Norway and the Republic of Iceland (2010 – 2014) and, Italian Republic, Republic of Malta, Republic of Cyprus, and Republic of San Marino, as well as the Permanent Representative to the Rome-based UN Agencies (2017 – 2021) before retiring. She had also sat as the Director General for Information and Public Policy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 2005, Esti was the first person in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to be assigned as the Director for Technical Cooperation, in which she actively played a role in Indonesia’s contribution to the South-South Cooperation. Currently she is a member of the Assistance Team of Indonesia’s G20 Presidency on environment and climate sustainability mainly tasked to assist the Minister of Forestry and Environmental Affairs in the G20 meetings. Esti holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of Indonesia.
Vivien Kusumowardhani is the President Commissioner Sun Life Financial Indonesia. Before that, she served as the President Director of PT CIMB Sun Life and was awarded “The Best Motivating CEO” from Indonesia Insurance Awards 2012 held by Business Review magazine, and the Anugerah Perempuan Indonesia 2013 conducted by Ideku Group. She is also an active member of the Yayasan Kanker Indonesia.
Agus Prabowo is a retired government official who currently holds the position of Special Envoy for the Minister of Infrastructure and Public Housing and Senior Management Advisor to Head of the Environment Unit for UNDP Indonesia, and is also the President Commissioner of PT. ELNUSA Tbk. Previously, he served as the Chairman of the National Public Procurement Agency from 2015 to 2018, and in several Directorate positions at The Ministry of National Development Planning.
Anastasia Sutadji is an accomplished business leader and entrepreneur with a diverse background in the FMCG and food industries. As the Founder and Owner of PT Parama Rasa Nusantara, Anastasia has successfully established an East Java cuisine restaurant, with plans to expand further. Her previous leadership roles at PT Indofood CBP Tbk, Danone Baby Nutrition, and Kraft Foods Indonesia were instrumental in strategic marketing, business development, and leading large teams. Anastasia holds an MBA in International Business and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of San Francisco.
Dr. Abdul Wahib Situmorang is a highly accomplished sustainable development professional with over 25 years of experience. He has extensive experience, a strategic mindset, and expertise in diverse areas such as good forest governance, community empowerment, REDD+, carbon pricing, biodiversity financing, circular economy, blue carbon, and gender mainstreaming. His strategic insight and understanding of multilateralism have played a vital role in effectively executing strategic initiatives in challenging environments, particularly in establishing the Archipelagic and Island States Forum, 51 participating countries, initiated by Indonesia to address common challenges Islanders face. His ability to build strong partnerships and collaborative work with civil society organizations, government actors, donors and reputable experts has driven him to advance smart and innovative solutions to address extreme poverty, social injustice and the triple planetary crisis.
Fransisca Wahyu Widayati is a dedicated Finance and Operations professional with over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Known for her strategic financial management and operational efficiency, Fransisca has significantly boosted the sustainability and impact of the organizations she’s been a part of. Her skills in grants management, donor relations, and compliance have been crucial in advancing the missions of various NGOs and development projects.
A proud graduate of Gadjah Mada University with a degree in accounting, Fransisca is deeply committed to ethical integrity, transparency, and teamwork. She has worked on a range of social issues, including refugees, HIV-AIDS, LGBTQIA+ rights, poverty, SRHR, and gender empowerment. Her passion for the nonprofit sector drives her to ensure that financial and operational strategies align with the mission and values of the organizations she serves. Fransisca aims to continue leveraging her experience and expertise to enhance the financial health and operational effectiveness of Yayasan CARE Peduli, fostering greater impact and sustainability in service to social justice
Renee Picasso Manoppo is a seasoned humanitarian professional with over 15 years of expertise in program management for INGOs, the UN, and USAID. Specializing in humanitarian aid, disaster risk reduction, and community development, Renee excels in program implementation, climate and disaster resilience, and financial planning. His leadership skills shine in guiding dynamic teams, engaging communities, and managing complex projects in challenging conditions. Renee has successfully overseen substantial budgets, including a US$2.2 million reconstruction project in Sigi District and a US$600,000 recovery program in Lombok. As a skilled Safety and Security Trainer with RedR (Australia and Indonesia), Renee brings extensive experience in emergency response situations. His diverse background encompasses roles such as Humanitarian & Emergency Response Manager, Program Manager, and Operations Manager across various organizations. Holding multiple certifications in UN logistics and humanitarian operations, Renee is fluent in Indonesian and English. His career is marked by a strong commitment to enhancing community resilience and disaster preparedness, coupled with effective stakeholder management and successful engagement with donors and governments.
Awalia Murtiana has an educational background in Psychology. Prior to joining YCP, she accumulated over 15 years of experience in the development and implementation of development programs at both local and national levels with bilateral and multilateral donor agencies and non-governmental organizations. Awalia began her career as a volunteer in the fields of Adolescent Reproductive Health, HIV & AIDS, and Gender at the Indonesian Planned Parenthood Association (PKBI), where she served as a peer counselor, outreach worker, and eventually became the Youth Program Coordinator. She then joined UNFPA as part of the Tsunami Disaster Response Team, focusing on HIV & AIDS, Islamic Education, Primary Education, Maternal and Child Health, Gender, and Inclusion in bilateral donor agencies. Awalia also served as the Adolescent Reproductive Health Advisor at a non-governmental organization. To expand the reach of Reproductive Health, including Family Planning, Awalia rejoined UNFPA Jakarta, collaborating with national-level ministries. Currently, she manages programs with a portfolio in stunting, employing a holistic and integrative intervention approach that includes specific, sensitive, and supportive interventions. Simultaneously, Awalia also manages programs ensuring gender justice for women at the community level and for workers in the garment industry.
Soka Handinah or commonly known as Dinah, is a humanitarian worker and researcher focusing on gender justice and the protection of women's rights. Dinah has worked for over 25 years in various civil society organizations and development and humanitarian action projects addressing the protection of women and marginalized groups in various regions of Indonesia, including violence against women, the environment, and development injustices that disadvantage women/girls. She also supports the strengthening of local women's leadership in climate justice actions at the local, national, and global levels. She completed her studies in Sociology (Social and Politics Faculty) Airlangga University in Surabaya and a Master's degree in Environment and Urban Studies from Soegijapranata Catholic University in Semarang. Dinah has written several books and articles on women's issues, including "Women and Violence: Breaking the Chain of Violence Against Women" (2005), "The Debate on Prostitution in Indonesia" (2012), "Women's Narratives in the Anti-Sexual Violence Movement in Indonesia" (2018), and "Lombok Women as Water Guardians" (2020). Currently, Dinah joins Care Indonesia as Team Leader of PERISAI-Mangrove Project, a project to strengthen local women's leadership in mangrove restoration in Indonesia.
Muhammad Ikraman has over 20 years of experience in community empowerment, policy advocacy, and budget advocacy with governments for basic services. He has worked with NGOs, governments, and the private sector at all levels on various issues. Ikraman began focusing on community empowerment as a coordinator and gender program manager for PIDRA (Participatory Integrated Development in Rainfed Areas), in collaboration with IFAD. He then joined Indonesia Sehat to work on health issues (WASH and maternal and child mortality prevention). With the World Bank, he initiated the Transparency, Accountability, and Participatory Campaign for the use of School Operational Assistance (BOS) using local wisdom media. He has also collaborated with the Cipta Foundation and UN on the AFP Smart and AFP_2020-RRM programs. Ikraman is experienced in leveraging CSR from private companies for community development programs in remote areas and clean water provision. He is also experienced in facilitating community-based development planning with governments and the private sector. Joining the KOMPAK program for policy advocacy and improving governance has strengthened his government engagement skills. Currently, Ikraman is with Care Peduli on the Acceleration Program for Reducing Stunting with comprehensive convergence interventions in West Sumbawa District.
With over 25 years working experiences and expertise in HR and General Affair field, and used to worked with national, multinational companies and recently in Yayasan CARE Peduli (CARE Indonesia). Mansur Hasan (Erwin) is capable in managing all HR functions specifically but not limited to Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Performance Management, Payroll & Taxes, Recruitment, Training, Organization Development and external relations related to manpowers issues.
Silvia Dewi is a professional with extensive expertise in project management, community development, and empowerment for 15 years. She graduated from the University of Indonesia in 2022. She has experience in implementing projects in humanitarian aid, community development, and economic empowerment. Her strategic acumen and meticulous planning have been instrumental in achieving sustainable outcomes and enhancing resilience within communities. Known for her planning skills, unwavering commitment to deadlines, and effective communication, Silvia excels both independently and as a collaborative team member. She navigates digital platforms with ease, leveraging technology to enhance project efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
Rasyid Rasiki is a professional in community development with over 20 years of experience. He has worked extensively with various governmental and non-governmental institutions, both locally and internationally. At the community level, he has a wealth of experience working with diverse social entities and group structures, particularly with farmers and fishermen, always placing women as key actors in development efforts. His experience has equipped him with proficiency in several community development approaches, such as participatory planning based on local strengths and contexts, Vibrant Facilitation techniques, and the utilization of environmentally friendly resources. For him, every job presents a challenge to discover something new in life.
A Senior Project Manager with more than 15 years of experience leading strategic NGO and UN programs covering maternal and child health, child protection, and gender justice. Has strong experience, capability, and professional judgment in driving system sustainability through policy advocacy, including the successful integration of pilot initiatives into government regulations and public budgets. Through skills and experience in building strategic partnerships and locally driven innovation, the team and I have strengthened program impact and enabled more positive change at the community and local government levels by reinforcing existing systems. Currently working with CARE Indonesia to implement a Community Coffee Empowerment and Social Sustainability Strengthening Program within the coffee supply chain in Indonesia, ensuring the creation of an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable economic ecosystem for broader communities.
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Swiny Adestika, also known as Desti, is a communications professional. Since earning her Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences from the University of Indonesia in 2009, Desti has forged a career across diverse industries including advertising, aviation, government institutions, and non-profit sectors. With over 15 years of experience, she has successfully navigated various roles such as marketing communications, corporate and digital communications, as well as community engagement. Her experience across diverse industries and functions has enriched Desti's perspective in developing and executing communication strategies that resonate effectively with target audiences and adapt to evolving trends.
With education background in Public Health Faculty of North Sumatra University, majoring in Nutrition and master degree at Gadjah Mada University, majoring in Public Health of Maternal Child Health and Reproductive Health, Meiry Nasution has become a professional public-health expert whose more than 10-years community-based experience in varied health programs, such as Mother Child and Health, Nutrition, Environmental Health, Waste Management, Water Sanitation & Hygiene Promotion (WASH), and Family Planning in her past experiences at various NGOs. In particular, with her community-based experienced in MPA-PHAST, CHAST, and CLTS, she played a significant role in enriching the module and contributing to the implementation of TOT STBM-Stunting for 11 provinces and 56 districts in Indonesia with Consultants and MOH. Among other Nutrition Projects that she got involved in, Meiry has been incredibly successful in designing and conducting malnourish program with a positive deviance approach as well as a comprehensive approach in organizing the program of stunting reduction for children under 5 years old and pregnant women with chronic energy deficiency conditions.
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Achmad Tjatju Djayanto, a professional in the field of Information Technology, has over 15 years of experience. Achmad Djayanto has worked in multinational and national companies and is currently employed at the CARE Peduli Foundation as an IT Specialist. Achmad Djayanto possesses skills in developing web-based applications, Android and iOS apps. achmad djayanto is also capable of managing IT infrastructure, cloud-based systems, cloud storage systems, and mail servers. Additionally, Achmad djayanto can develop data visualization reports, provide technical support, and solve technology-related problems.
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John Belly Tukarev Thusky Robot, known as Billy, is a humanitarian worker with more than 25 years of work experience with INGOs before joining Yayasan CARE Peduli (YCP). Bachelor's degree in Economics Management, given responsibility and trust by the organization to work in the field in several sectors starting from Finance then General Administrative including HR, Administration, Procurement and Asset Management till now trusted as field officer CDF Program in Bandung. Involved in community development programs in several sectors including WASH, Health, IGA, Livelihood, Environment, Climate Change, and Gender Equality on the other hand participated in the DRR and ERT emergency programs since Earthquake and tsunami disaster in District Luwuk Banggai, Social Conflict Disaster in Ambon & Poso, Earthquake, tsunami and liquefaction in Pasigala also Covid19, working with various donors, both single or multi-donor. This organization trusted was the result of work performance, commitment and professional attitude in carry out the responsibilities given by organization and will continue to demonstrate this performance to help achieve the great vision and mission of Yayasan CARE Peduli.
A Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) practitioner with extensive experience in integrating gender and inclusion perspectives into rights-based development programs and women’s empowerment initiatives. Possesses strong technical expertise in gender and power analysis, GEDSI integration in program design, logframes, M&E indicators, and capacity strengthening for field staff and community partners. Experienced in working with women, Indigenous communities, and vulnerable groups through participatory and context-specific approaches oriented toward sustainable social change. Demonstrates consistent practice in ensuring that gender-transformative approaches, safeguarding, and accountability to communities are integrated into program implementation, reporting, organizational values, and frameworks.
Iswandi Gunata has been actively involved in the field of Empowerment for over 15 years, focusing on Community Empowerment, Green Economy-based Economic Enhancement, Environmental Sustainability, and the Improvement of Women's Communication Skills and Leadership. The fundamental principle guiding my activities is professionalism and a strong commitment to organizational principles in both individual and team settings. This approach has enabled me to maintain a consistent presence within local and national NGOs.
Nur Afiani is a professional in agricultural development and community economic empowerment with an academic background in agricultural economics. She has experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring community-based development programs, particularly in the areas of food security, sustainable livelihoods, and climate change adaptation. She works closely with diverse stakeholders and applies evidence-based approaches to support effective and impactful development interventions.
Kukuh is a communications practitioner with six years of experience in various roles, including journalist, editor, and communication officer in the media and non-profit sectors. As an alumnus of Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, he has produced a diverse body of work, news articles, campaign materials, videos, photos, and documentaries. Building partnerships with journalists and media outlets is also an integral part of his responsibilities.
M. Fauzi telah berkiprah didunia Pemberdayaan lebih dari 9 tahun, yang bergerak dibidang Pemberdayaan Masyarakat, Peningkatan Ekonomi berbasis ekonomi Hijau dan kelestarian Lingkungan dan Peningkatan keterampilan komunikasi dan kepemimpinan perempuan. asas dasar dalam berkegiatan bagi saya adalah profesional dan menjujung tinggi asas keorganisasian dalam bekerja baik secara individu maupun tim , hal ini pula telah menghantarkan saya menjadi tetap eksis di kalangan LSM/NGO Lokal dan Nasional.
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Nareswari Huwaida is a graduate of Capture Fisheries from Universitas Diponegoro, with a strong interest in community development and environmental sustainability. Her professional experience includes direct involvement in community-based programs such as mangrove restoration, BSF-based organic waste management, and waste picker empowerment, particularly through her role at CARE Indonesia and collaborations with government institutions. Nareswari is passionate about integrating participatory, people-centered approaches with environmental and livelihood initiatives to support inclusive and sustainable change.
Hinayatullah has shown remarkable dedication for over 20 years as an Office Helper at the CARE Peduli Foundation (YCP) in Jakarta. His role involves supporting office operations in various ways, which may include general services, cleanliness, and tidiness. Hinayatullah's role as an Office Helper may seem simple, but his sustained dedication over two decades demonstrates extraordinary commitment to the CARE Peduli Foundation.
Rahmatullah has shown remarkable dedication for over 18 years as an Office Helper at the CARE Peduli Foundation (YCP) in Jakarta. His role involves supporting office operations in various ways, which may include general services, cleanliness, and tidiness. Hinayatullah's role as an Office Helper may seem simple, but his sustained dedication over two decades demonstrates extraordinary commitment to the CARE Peduli Foundation.
Yanuar Gama Bawono is a professional in the field empowerment and human / community development sustainable with experience more from 15 years . He own experience broad , pattern think strategic , and expertise in various field such as good institutional governance , reducing stunting , maternal and child health , education child age early , empowerment society , and gender mainstreaming with strategic insight . His ability to build strong and working partnerships The same with organization public civil , actor government , and leading NGOs has push advance solution smart and innovative to overcome stunting, maternal and child health , increasing age education early childhood , poverty extreme , injustice social , and gender inequality .
Mulyadi, whose nickname is Molet, is someone who never gives up in completing his highly dedicated work in the world of community assistance and empowerment, making him very flexible and communicative in socializing, communicating with all groups in society. Much of his career has been spent as a community empowerment facilitator, since 2008 in the National Community Empowerment Program (PNPM) in the working area of West Nusa Tenggara Province, Sumbawa Island and even in Sulawesi, this has made him feel at home, according to him, NGOs/LSM are the best and most appropriate place to develop knowledge and career. Pursuing an education in Criminal Law Studies does not necessarily make him focus on compiling and seeking the truth and justification for existing rules, but face to face, learning from the rules that live in society makes him more challenged. Having high commitment, working according to the rules, completing targets well and on time is his motivation to work.
Tamrin is a professional in the field of public sector planning and finance, with a bachelor's degree and master's degree in public accounting. I have had a career in the field of community empowerment for 15 years, very diverse, rich and colored by all issues, of course very strong in mentoring, advocacy, financial planning and monitoring. Being a "front line" in all empowerment projects is my biggest passion. Being a facilitator, field officer and working with the community, feeling and seeing the quantitative and qualitative changes that occur is a matter of pride. Some of the most important notes when working: listening, taking notes and starting are always the main things in implementing in accordance with project targets. In principle, it can work at the community level technically and at the government level theoretically and by design. Contribute and be able to work closely and closely with community organization entities, village, sub-district, regency and provincial governments to strengthen planning and policies based on data, facts and existing conditions so that changes for the better can be felt comprehensively by the community.
Desy have held various roles in finance, administration, and program coordination, demonstrating a broad skill set in organizational and project management for almost 10 years of dedication. Those skills set, led Desy to join YCP. Beforehand, Desy started as a Finance Manager at PT. Lenko Surya Perkasa, then moved to the role of Administration and Finance Assistant at Indonesian Planned Parenthood Association or Perkumpulan Keluarga Berencana (PKBI) West Nusa Tenggara or Nusa Tenggara Barat/NTB for the "Yes I Do (YID)" Program by Rutgers Indonesia. Desy further advanced to Finance and Administration Officer for PKBI NTB’s Humanitarian Program with UNICEF Indonesia, while simultaneously working as a Field Coordinator for the UNFPA Humanitarian Program. With experiences in finance and administration, brought me to HRD Officer at PKBI NTB and Operational Manager at PT. Panemas Tanah Hijau. The dedication of the operation division, Desy obtained an opportunity as a Case Manager for the TB Program funded by the Global Fund. For the portfolio expansion, Desy took a role of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer for the Youth Participation Program by UNICEF Indonesia. Afterwards, Village Facilitator for Yayasan KOSLATA’s Humanitarian Program addressing droughts in collaboration with Save The Children
