KARINA LARASATI KUSUMAWARDHANI
Summary
Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in Community Development and Sustainability. Hardworking and driven with superior organizational and analytical skills combined with unparalleled dedication to research excellence. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy in different settings. Ready to apply knowledge and +3 years of experience in research and project management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intercultural Facilitator for Social Cohesion
KU Leuven
Leuven
09.2022 - Current
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with community members of Pangaea International Hub.
- Collaborated with team members to develop creative campaigns for social media platforms that promote diversity and inclusion.
Project Students
Academics for Development
Leuven and Namwendwa
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Design and implement project on Water Supply Management, Sustainable Agriculture, and Food Security Program in Namwendwa Village, Uganda
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations during the project formulation and implementation.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions in line with the needs from donor.
- Developed short- and long term community development strategies specifically for Namwendwa Village and its socio-cultural background.
- Gathered opinions and support from grass-roots supporters to solidify group position to foster bottom-up development.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
Project Assistant
Centre for Strategic and International Studies
Jakarta (remote)
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assist the project on Myanmar's humanitarian aid after the political violence in 2021.
- Researched and analyzed data to support project-related decisions and substance.
- Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, policy briefs, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Project Officer and Research Assistant
Youth Studies Centre
Yogyakarta
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Coordinated numerous small- and large-scale projects in community development and sustainability sectors.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders, both national and international donors.
- Worked closely with organizations, private sectors and government agencies to enhance triple-helix research approach.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Prepared grant proposals under tight deadlines.
Assistant Lecturer
Universitas Gadjah Mada
Yogyakarta
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepared and organized different teaching aids for use in classroom.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Developed easy and open rapport with students to encourage engagement and academic progress.
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Dispersed, collected and graded assignments to give detailed feedback.
Education
Master of Science - Anthropology
KU Leuven
Belgium09.2023
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Erasmus University
The Netherlands12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Universitas Gadjah Mada
Indonesia12.2017
Skills
- Inter-disciplinary Research
- Research program planning
- Fieldwork
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Advanced synthesis and characterization
- Training and Development
- Grant Applications
- Report Writing
- Data visualization
- Qualitative Software Proficiency
- Diversity and inclusion management
Languages
Indonesian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Intermediate (B1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
Additional Information
Publications
- Transisi Energi Berbasis Komunitas di Kepulauan dan Wilayah Terpencil (Community-Based Energy Transition in Islands and Remote Areas), Book ISBN: 978-623-91932-0-1, January 2021
- Aspirasi Pemuda Kelas Bawah dan Reproduksi Sosial di Jawa Tengah (Aspiration of Lower-Class Income Youth and Social Reproduction in Central Java), Article Journal, January 2018
- The Purple Forbidden Enclosure, Book (Short Novel), January 2012
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The opposite of a true statement is a false statement, but the opposite of a profound truth may well be another profound truth.
Niels Bohr
Timeline
Intercultural Facilitator for Social Cohesion
KU Leuven
09.2022 - Current
Project Students
Academics for Development
10.2021 - 09.2022
Project Assistant
Centre for Strategic and International Studies
09.2021 - 12.2021
Project Officer and Research Assistant
Youth Studies Centre
01.2018 - 07.2019
Assistant Lecturer
Universitas Gadjah Mada
01.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Anthropology
KU Leuven
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Erasmus University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Universitas Gadjah Mada
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