The CTC Team are the heart of the organization. These are the people at the frontline of our work 24/7. Their dedication and commitment is what makes all of our work possible.
DR. HESTI WIDODO
Senior Program Manager
Dr. Hesti oversees CTC’s programs including Training and Learning, Learning Sites, and Learning Networks into one integrated portfolio including our fisheries initiatives. She joined CTC as the Training and Learning Manager in 2012 and developed the on-line CTC
training academy. Dr. Hesti has worked in the field of Marine Outreach and Environmental Education for more than 15 years and started her marine conservation career in The Nature Conservancy. Her background includes marine science, social marketing, and environmental social science. She completed her PhD on coastal resources management at the Diponegoro University in Indonesia. Dr.Hesti is a certified assessor for MPA management effectiveness by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries. She also holds a Master of Research in Environmental So-cial Science from the University of Anglia, Norwich, United Kingdom, and a Master of Management in International Marketing from Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia
RILI DJOHANI
Executive Director
Rili has worked for over 30 years to improve the management and financial sustainability of marine protected areas and reduce the use of unsustainable fisheries in Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. She established the Coral Triangle Center (CTC) in 2010.
a Bali-based foundation focused on strengthening local leadership and capacity through an integrated portfolio of Marine Protected and Conserved Areas, customized training programs and community of practice. The Center for Marine Conservation is an integral part of CTC providing a unique meeting and learning space for professionals and the wider public. Rili works closely with partners to catalyze solutions on-site and at scale to protect coastal and marine ecosystems and ensure sustainable livelihoods. Prior to CTC Rili held several senior positions in The Nature Conservancy (TNC) from 1995 to 2011 including Program Director for the Coral Triangle region and Country Director for the Indonesia Program. She helped establish Coral Triangle Initiative for Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security (CTI-CFF) in 2009 and the Women Leaders Forum (WLF) in 2014.
Rili holds a MSc degree in tropical marine ecology from the University of Leiden in the Netherlands and an MSc in tropical coastal zone management from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne in the UK. She completed The Executive Program (TEP) - strategic leadership at the top - at Darden School of Business, University of Virginia (UVA) in the US in June 2013. Rili was recently awarded the World Reef Award by the International Coral Reef Society (ICRS) in Bremen (2022) - in recognition of her conservation achievements in the Coral Triangle region in the field of reef management.
MARTHEN WELLY
Marine Conservation Advisor
Marthen is CTC's Marine Conservation Advisor and focuses on three key areas: government relations at the regional level, national and provincial levels; MPA policy, regulations, and outreach. He oversees CTC’s growing MPA portfolio in Timor Leste and
also has a technical role at the CTC Center for Marine Conservation with two key components: training and outreach with dive and boat operators, and promoting and implementing sustainable marine tourism activities in MPAs. Marthen is also an SSI instructor for CTC’s dive school. He was CTC Field Learning Sites Manager since 2011 until 2018, managing all learning site activities. This included all Nusa Penida MPA management support and on-site training activities, as well as the design, development, and management planning support to the emerging Banda Islands MPA network and potential Atauro Island learning site development in Timor-Leste. Marthen holds his Master's Degree in Coastal and Marine Resources Management from IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia, and a Bachelor’s Degree from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science of the IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia.
LEILANI GALLARDO
Regional Communications and CTI Program Coordinator
Leilani oversees CTC’s communication activities and exhibition development. She is a communications and project management specialist with over 10 years’ experience in leading outreach, capacity building, and network development for regional
development projects in the Asia-Pacific region. She has led successful communication and outreach initiatives using a wide range of communication platforms combined with robust storytelling. She also has experience in results-based project management, donor reporting, and evaluation tasks for various multilateral and bilateral donors such as USAID and the US Department of the Interior. Leilani was born and raised in the Philippines and lived in New York and Bangkok, before moving to Bali. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism Degree from the University of the Philippines and a Master of Arts in Journalism Degree from New York University, majoring in Science, Health, and Environmental Reporting. She was a Fulbright Scholar from 2004-2006 and an Arts for Good Fellow in 2022-2023.
I NENGAH WINIARTA
Finance & Administration Manager
Nengah has experience in Finance, Accounting and Human Resources fields since 2000, working with financial management systems, preparing financial reports and controlling budgets against actual expenses for every project.
He brings to CTC his expertise in administration, finance, and managing the organization’s HR. Following his graduation from the Faculty of Economics majoring in Accountancy at Udayana University, Bali, Nengah started his career as an auditor at PT Bank Danamon Indonesia home office, seconded to their Surabaya branch. He then worked for the Bali Spirit group establishing accounting, information, legal, formalities and human resources systems for their various businesses including the successful “Yoga Barn” and “Bali Spirit Festival”. Before joining CTC, Nengah served as the Finance and Administration Manager at PT STC Indonesia (Sustainable Trade and Consulting–bioenergy).
IVO KESUMA SARI PANGGABEAN
Executive Admin and Office Coordinator
Ivo Kesuma Sari Panggabean, S.S.N., joined CTC in June 2023. She works closely with the CTC Executive Director and manages and coordinates CTC's office activities. She also supports Finance, Administration, and HR Management.
She is a highly experienced professional with over 15 years of comprehensive expertise in operations and administration. With a background in Art from the University of Nommensen Medan, Ivo has honed her skills through various roles and responsibilities. Ivo's dedication and commitment to her work are evident in her successful stints at organizations like Tropical Yacht Charters, where she served as the Operations Manager, overseeing smooth and efficient services for clients. Prior to this, she played a crucial role as the Fisheries Program Support Manager and later as the Executive Officer for the Indonesia Marine Program at The Nature Conservancy Indonesia. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated exceptional organizational abilities, serving as a trusted Executive Assistant to senior executives and providing program support to management teams. Additionally, her proficiency in handling busy phone systems, scheduling workshops and meetings, and ensuring a positive staff experience showcases her professionalism and adaptability. With a strong track record and a dedication to excellence, Ivo has proven herself to be a valuable asset in all her endeavors.
Training and Learning
DENNY BOY MOCHRAN
Training Specialist
Boy has more than 17 years of experiences as professional facilitator for environmental awareness, organizational and skill development through the use of participatory and adult learning approaches. He has expertise in facilitating participatory
community-based planning, community-based information system, strategic planning and training of trainers/ facilitation on marine and small islands conservation and integrated coastal zone management. Boy comes with strong skills in facilitating group discussions, experiential learning, participatory problem mapping, organization development and problem-solving. He has a degree from the Faculty of Industrial Technology, Department of Industrial and Management Technology from the Pasundan University (UNPAS) Bandung. Boy supports CTC to lead and develop training curriculum and modules for several courses as well as training the trainers at CTC. Focus topics include: Principles of MPA Management , Facilitation Techniques for MPA Public Consultation, Perception Monitoring, Marine Resource Use, Sustainable Tourism Development within MPA Zoning Classification in Indonesia, Marine Conservation Action Planning. He also holds a certificate from the Indonesian Professional Certification Authority as an assessor of competencies for marine conservation.
SILVIANITA TIMOTIUS
Training Manager
Silvianita brings extensive professional experience in community-based ecotourism, coastal ecosystem management, coral reef ecology and monitoring, and environmental policy. Before joining CTC, Silvianita was Deputy Director at the Terangi Foundation
where she spent 13 years in various positions such as Director and Policy Program Manager. She is also a member of the Indonesian Coral Reef Working Group and a member of the Ministry of Forestry auditor team on ornamental coral propagation audit. She holds a degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Indonesia.
WIENDA JUSTITIA ARDIYANI
Fisheries Training Specialist
Wienda joined in CTC in 2021 as a Fisheries Training Specialist where she is responsible for developing sustainable fisheries training activities such developing a training plan, writing training modules, and other supporting materials.
Wienda holds a Bachelor's Degree from IPB University majoring in Fisheries Resource Utilization. During her undergraduate studies, she took the role as an assistant in several subjects and was also active in the diving club that later enabled her to participate in the Zooxanthellae Expeditions in Paloh, West Kalimantan, and Sabu Raijua, East Nusa Tenggara. Before continuing her studies, she joined TNC's internship program for Marine Field Data Management. She then completed her Master's Degree in Marine Fisheries Technology from IPB University on an LPDP Scholarship. During her master's studies, she was part of the editorial team in the journal Marine Fisheries, she took part in the Enhancing Marine Biodiversity Research in Indonesia (EMBRIO) field course, and she was a presenter in the 8th Indonesia National Seminar on Capture Fisheries. Wienda has always been interested in sustainable fisheries management and conservation, therefore her latest research is about optimizing the allocation of fishing vessels in Indonesia’s Fisheries Management Area (FMA) 712 based on fish resources. Prior to CTC, she worked with the ATSEA-2 Project wherein was responsible for developing a fisheries management plan for FMA 718.
Learning Sites
EVI NURUL IHSAN
Nusa Penida Project Leader
Evi leads the implementation of a COREMAP-CTI ADB Project project to ensure the quality of on-site deliverables by experts during the project and coordinating reporting requirements.
He coordinates communication with local communities and related stakeholders, working closely with provincial government-related agencies including Marine Protected Area management, district government, and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF). He is also the lead for CTC’s Gender Action Plan, establishing environmental and social safeguards and liaising with Indigenous people in project activities. Evi holds a Bachelor Degree from the Marine Science Faculty of Diponegoro University in Semarang. This is complemented by extensive field experience, which includes conducting Manta Rays research, fish-focused ecological assessments, observations of fish and analyses of data, and biophysics monitoring in Teluk Cendrawasih National Park. Evi is a certified scientific diver, fish Identification (Fish ID) observer and coral Identification (Coral ID) observer. Recently, he was a project leader for Maluku Province to support MPA programs across USAID – SEA (Sustainable Ecosystem Advance) Project sites and assist with the coordination of the biophysics and socioeconomic monitoring. Evi is involved in the development of MPA zoning systems and MPA management plans, the collection and analysis of various types of data, and coordination with provincial government and SEA Regional Office for regular updates on conservation activities within MPAs.
WIRA SANJAYA
Bali Portfolio Manager (BPM)
Jaya has experience in monitoring destructive fishing sites in Bali. He started as a participant of the underwater ecological surveys done in Bali and learned underwater monitoring techniques
in 2001. He joined Yayasan Bahtera Nusantara as a member of the Monitoring team supporting the “Biological Impact on Bali Beach Rehabilitation Project”, in Nusa Dua and Sanur. Jaya conducted coral reef ecosystem monitoring at Klungkung (Nusa Penida and Tegalbesar), which was a joint program between Yayasan Bahtera Nusantara and the provincial fisheries authorities. In 2004, Jaya joined the field staff at TNC to assist with the implementation of marine education activities and participatory mapping training at Nusa Penida to support “Reviving the beaches of Bali Program”. Jaya gained experience in underwater photography during coral transplantation activities for the “Kuta Beach–Bali Beach Conservation Project”. He has a Degree from the Biology Department, Mathematical and Basic Science Faculty, Udayana University.
PURWANTO
Maluku Portfolio Manager (MPM)
Purwanto is highly experienced in working with multi-stakeholder to develop Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Indonesia and a specialist in designing and implementing marine biological
monitoring programs to look coral reef communities and the impacts of human use, reef resilience to climate change, MPAs surveillance system and marine conservation strategies. Purwanto has diverse skills in multi-objective MPA design and planning, surveillance & monitoring, coral reef fisheries, species management and evaluation of MPA management effectiveness and more than 15 years of experiences on marine resources survey includes on reef fish spawning aggregation, reef health, marine mammal monitoring and building marine biological monitoring team with local and global partners in several MPAs in eastern Indonesia. Purwanto also has experienced in supporting the development of guidelines and practical tools for marine biological monitoring to assess the management effectiveness of MPAs in various MPAs in Indonesia.
LA ODE JUNAIDIN
Banda MPA Officer
Ode supports the Banda MPA. He is based in Banda, reporting to theBanda MPA Coordinator. He has a fisheries education background from the STP (College of Fisheries) Hatta-Syahrir in
Banda Naira, Maluku, and is originally from Walang Village on Banda Besar Island. He was previously affiliated with the College of Fisheries as Head of the Cultivation Laboratory and Lecturer at the STP Hatta-Sjahrir Banda Naira.
KASMAN
Marine and Fisheries Coordinator
Holding a bachelor’s degree in marine science from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences of Hasanuddin University Makassar, South Sulawesi, Kasman is a certified open water diver with several research experiences. Prior joining CTC on February 10, 2019,
as Marine Protected Area (MPA) Field Officer, Kasman was involved in the fish ecology assessment in Spermonde Islands, South Sulawesi, the community social economy survey and coral reefs transplantation and planning in Samalona Island Makassar, and assisting campus based projects regarding biophysics and socioeconomic assessment to support the marine spatial planning in North Kalimantan, West Papua, and several monitoring sites of Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI). As MPA Field Officer, Kasman is responsible for the MPA establishment in Sula Islands, North Maluku, under the USAID SEA Project. With his strong research background and networking skills, he will lead the drafting of zoning and management plan of Sula Islands. Kasman will also be in charge in data collection series to support the overall process that involves all stakeholders in Sulabesi dan Mangoli Islands in Sula.
TABITHA RUDANG
Nusa Penida Field Officer
Tabitha joined CTC in October 2022. As the Nusa Penida Field Officer, she assists in managing the day-to-day operations of CTC’s program at the Nusa Penida MPA Learning Site. She also helps maintain relations between CTC and the local community,
MPA key stakeholders, and partners. She is responsible for data collection and information on the biophysics, socioeconomics, and governance aspects of the Nusa Penida MPA, as well as supporting the delivery of field training to target communities and other potential partners. Tabitha graduated from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences of Diponegoro University, Semarang, Central Java, in 2021. Before joining CTC, Tabitha worked at Gili Shark Conservation as a Project Leader and Lead Scientist, where she taught a women's community group to lead coral restoration and analyze coral growth in different media. Prior to that, she was a commercial diver at PT Antasena Maritim Jaya.
GERALD ISTIA
Lease Islands Field Officer
Gerald joined CTC in November 2022. As the Lease Islands Field Officer, he supports the implementation of the Kalesang Dugong Project in the Lease Islands MPA. He also assists in stakeholder coordination to achieve the Kalesang Dugong Project
objectives by collaborating with the Baileo Foundation team, indigenous communities in the target villages, the government, and the Lease Islands MPA management unit. He will also support the implementation of ecological surveys of dugongs and their habitats, socio-economic surveys, outreach, and community awareness-raising in target villages and the Lease Islands MPA. Gerald holds a Master’s degree in Fisheries, Marine, and Small Islands Resource Management Study Program from Pattimura University, Ambon, Indonesia. Before joining CTC, Gerald worked at PT. Biorock Teknologi Indonesia as Maluku Project Staff, where he implemented a community-based coral reef rehabilitation program using Biorock technology in Ambon, carried out regular observations of coral growth in Biorock, and maintained good relations with the Halong community and village, as well as other stakeholders in Ambon Bay.
Cross-Cutting
EUREKA AMADEA
Coral Reef Restoration Task Force Coordinator
Eureka Amadea (Dea) joined CTC on April 2021 as CTC’s Coral Reef Restoration Task Force Coordinator where she will provide coral restoration practitioners with advice and support regarding the planning, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and quality control of restoration projects using the Mars Assisted Reef Restoration System (MARRS). Dea holds a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology from the University of Indonesia.
She has experience in doing research projects, leading marine surveys, being involved in coral reef conservation projects, building relationships with government and stakeholders, creating science activities with children, educating guests and staff and being a guide in guest excursions. Prior to joining CTC, Dea was the Project Coordinator for the DOCK (Dive Operators Collaboration Komodo) based in Labuan Bajo and worked as the marine biologist for Ayana Resort Komodo.
HARYANI TURNIP
Policy Coordinator Consultant
Ani joined CTC in November 2022. As CTC’s Policy Coordinator, she plays a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of Indonesia’s Marine Protected Area Vision 2030 by facilitating dialogues and coordinating with the national and provincial governments, partner organizations, and other government agencies. She also represents CTC at national, provincial, and local meetings and workshops to implement CTC program direction and a strategic plan, the 30 x 30 initiative, marine tourism in MPA,
climate change, and marine debris. She helps develop position papers and provides support in drafting relevant MPA legislation and village regulations with government and NGO partners. Ani holds her bachelor's degree in the Faculty of Law from the University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia, and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Natural Resources Law at the University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia. Before joining CTC, Ani worked at the Wildlife. Conservation Society (WCS) Indonesia Program in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, as a training specialist and as a biodiversity conservation specialist.
Communications
ADITYA ADAM PERMANA PUTRA
Communications Officer
Adam is responsible for ensuring the development of high quality and technically sound communications materials for external and internal audiences. He works closely with the Regional Communications and Program Coordinator to ensure that CTC’s communication products support the overall mission and vision of the organization while catering to the specific audience and stakeholders of each department.
In addition, Adam is responsible for managing CTC’s social media platforms to expand the organization’s social media presence. He supports CTC’s outreach and community activities to further spread the message of marine conservation to a wider audience. Before joining CTC, Adam worked at Yayasan Reef Check Indonesia as a Design, Communication, and Campaign Consultant. There he assisted in the creation of a communication strategy, managed social media, and developed communication products, including press releases, brochures, posters.
KM & MEL
I GUSTI NGURAH WISMA YOGA PUTRA PINATIH
IT Specialist
Ngurah is CTC’s IT Specialist. He is responsible for managing IT and network equipment and ensuring its functionality. Ngurah plays a strategic role in ensuring the development and implementation of CTC’s information
management system, including the implementation of a program dashboard that captures and manages program and operation information to ensure compliance and audit objectives. He works closely with teams to ensure information is properly entered, and quality standards are developed and maintained. Ngurah supports computer hardware and network management (security and audit) and handles IT troubleshooting. Ngurah reports directly to CTC’s Finance & Administration Manager.n Before joining CTC, Ngurah worked as IT Supervisor at CONRAD Bali Resort and Spa, Nusa Dua, and at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua as IT Supervisor, with a responsibility to ensure quality standards were met and that systems and servers ran properly. Ngurah was in charge of information technology program and information systems activities and network monitoring.
I NYOMAN SUARDANA
GIS and Knowledge Management System (KMS) Lead
Nyoman began his career as database administrator in the private sector. His expertise in Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information System (GIS), database and system development
and his love of nature led him to expand his career to coastal and marine resource management in 2010 with The Nature Conservancy – Indonesia Marine Program. In 2011 he was promoted to Conservation Database Specialist. His projects include developing a Ticketing and Finance Management System for a joint venture company; setting up a Marine Protected Area Database and Information System for Indonesia and a Marine Protected Area Monitoring and Evaluation System in partnership with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries – Species and Area Conservation Division. Nyoman has more than 10 years of experience in Statistic Data Processing and reporting in various sectors, including health, finance, and tourism. He has a wide range of skills in system programming and database management. He is also an active blogger and Boy Scout senior. Nyoman’s main role in CTC is to lead MPA Design with GIS training and Marine Spatial Planning training; he is also in charge of IT Administration and System Management.
II ROSNA TARMIDJI
MEL Coordinator
Ii Rosna Tarmidji joined CTC in May 2021 as CTC’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Coordinator. Ii will be responsible for implementing our MEL Framework and help keep track of the organization’s progress in the implementation of
CTC’s Strategic Plan 2020-2024. Ii holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Engineering from Trisakti University in Jakarta and completed her International Master’s Program in Environmental Science (LUMES) at Lund University, Sweden, through a scholarship from The Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education.
Prior to joining CTC, Ii was USAID SEA Project’s Regional Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist, based in Ambon. Before that, she worked as the Bali and Kaimana MPA Capacity Development Coordinator for Conservation International (CI) Indonesia.
NADIA QUROTHA
Learning Technology Officer
Nadia holds a degree in Educational Technology from the State University of Jakarta. She joined CTC as a Virtual Training Officer in 2020 to help strengthen and develop our online training portfolio. Before joining CTC, Nadia was a Talent Acquisition Specialist in an HR Consultancy
company where she analyzed online training modules and helped create learning objectives for teachers’ competency assessments. She also trained at the Center for Teacher and Education Personnel Development and Empowerment (PPPPTK) where she was able to work on various projects such as double-proficiency teacher certification and designing a training session for vocational school teachers in tourism on tour guiding. Nadia also worked as a facilitator and developed modules for the retail industry for PT Mitra Adi Perkasa. Nadia hopes to learn, develop, and apply her knowledge and passion for educational technology at CTC.
Finance & Administration
DEWA AYU PUTU TREANIKA
Finance & Administration Officer
Ika is responsible for managing all finance, accounting, and administration for COREMAP-CTI ADB, a program in Nusa Penida for Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management funded by
Asian Development Bank. She is responsible for ensuring that public donors’ financial policies are properly implemented and all transactions are properly processed, recorded, and reported on time. She regularly assists the Finance and Admin Managerto review financial systems and operations, including grant administrations and management in accordance with public donor policies and procedures. With a Bachelor of Accounting from the Faculty of Economics of Udayana University, Ika has skills in various types of accounting software, overseeing the maintenance of General Ledger transactions. As a previous employee at PT Bank Mandiri, Bali, Ika brings her skills in Accounts Payable, treasury, tax calculations, and banking transactions to the CTC team.
I PUTU EKA DARMAWAN
Senior Accountant
Eka joined the CTC in November 2015. He graduated from the faculty of Economics from the Mahasaraswati Denpasar University. His career started in August 2010 as a tax officer at
an accounting and tax consultation firm, CV. Prima Astha Konsultama. In July 2011, he moved to work at PT. Blue Water Safaris as junior accounting staff, handling taxation matters. Until recently, he worked for PT. Spa Alliance and PT. Glo International as Accounting and Tax Supervisor. At CTC, Eka is responsible for Petty Cash management, period accounting closing, writing and analyzing financial statements, management of travel expenses and reporting, tax reporting and audit support.
URSULA VIRGINIA TUHUTERU
Project Admin Assistant
Ula joined CTC on 1 April 2017. Before joining CTC, Ula worked for PT Tifa Manise Tour and Travel and Yayasan Amaone in Ambon as Admin Officer from April 2014 to March 2017.
She also worked for Mercy Corps Ambon from October 2001 to November 2013 as Administrator Officer.Ula is responsible for managing all financial, accounting and administration functions for the project ensuring that USAID financial policies are properly implemented and all transactions are properly processed, recorded and reported on time especially in Ambon office. She also will support all team members in Ambon for any administration and operational activities.
SAGUNG AYU MARDANI VALIA PUTRI
Junior Accountant
Sagung finished her diploma in Politeknik Negeri Bali, a year later she continued her studies and get her bachelor's degree from Economics
Faculty of Universitas Mahasaraswati. While finishing her studies, Sagung started her career as a junior accountant at Seed Resort. In 2017, she worked for manufacturing company called PT Kapit Mas as junior accountant. Before joining CTC in May 2019, she was an employee at RSUD Bali Mandara as finance staff.
NI PUTU LIA PRATIWI
Junior Accountant
Lia joined CTC on 28 March 2018, before joining CTC, Lia worked for PT Dewata Motor (Authorized Honda Car Dealers) as sales administration. She has a strong accounting background since graduate from vocational high school majoring in Accounting
from SMK Negeri 2 Denpasar and get her bachelor degree from Economic Faculty of Mahasaraswati University. As Junior Accountant, she is in charge of daily transactions as a cashier and bank related transactions.
I GUSTI AYU OKA PUTRI MAHENDRI
Finance and Administration Staff
Oka supports all financial, accounting and administration functions for CTC’s special projects, ensuring that all financial policies are properly implemented. She ensures transactions are processed, recorded, and reported efficiently. Part of this role involves
maintaining the accuracy of transaction records to ensure CTC provision. Oka also assists the Senior Accountant in the Bali Office to review financial transactions and operations in accordance with CTC finance policies and procedures.Oka graduated from Politeknik Negeri Bali with a Bachelors’ Degree in Applied Accounting. She started her career as a Purchasing and Procurement staff member in Kuta Lagoon Resort and Pool Villa and she also worked in PT Equity Finance Indonesia.
YUAR DWI UTAMI
HR Coordinator
Yuar is the Human Resource Coordinator of CTC. Before joining CTC, Yuar worked at PT Tripper Nature Bali, from 2014 until December 2019 in human resources development, responsible for recruitment, employee benefits and employee relations.
During her employment at PT Tripper, she attended various trainings, HRD skills training, Competency & Assessment Training by PT. Care Indonesia Solusi, Standard Kompetensi Profesi SDM by PMSM Bali, Certified Kemenaker RI First Aid Officer by PT. Sinergi Solusi Indonesia and Negotiation Skills for Industrial Relations by Dinas Perindustrian & Tenaga Kerja Badung. She graduated from Gadjah Mada University majoring in Industrial and Organizational Psychology in 2014.
Center for Marine Conservation
CIKAL BHUMIWICANA QALNAR
CMC Facilitator
Cikal is a recent graduate of the Marine Sciences Program, Faculty of Marine and Fishery Sciences, Udayana University, Bali. He was the chairman for the president of the students’ association of his study program. He was involved in several campus events
concerned with preserving nature and the marine environment, such as Earth Hour Bali, Signing Blue WWF, and Elasmobranch Project Indonesia. In addition to his academic activities, he is interested in marketing as well and has experience as a marketing team member in a local clothing brand in Bandung.Cikal is one of our dedicated Facilitators in the Center for Marine Conservation (CMC). He is responsible for the daily operation of the CTC CMC, supporting the operation of the Escape Rooms as a Game Master, and for CTC’s fun learning classes. In addition, he helps to hosts CMC’s visitors, conducts the CTC house tour, and assists sales and marketing staff in the promotion of CMC merchandise. Cikal reports directly to CTC’s Business Development Specialist.
HERNI FRILIA HASTUTIE
Business Development Specialist
Herni coordinates and supports the operation of the CTC’s Center for Marine Conservation. She leads the children's education programs and develops learning products for the CMC’s public visitor. She also coordinates the marketing and sales for the CMC as well as develops, and maintains partnerships with clients.
Her role includes supporting the development of the Escape Rooms production, Exhibition Hall, and other educational games and exhibits in the CMC. Herni graduated from the English Literature Department of Brawijaya University in Malang and has extensive experience working for various NGOs since 2007, in some instances building them from the ground-up. With more than 15 years of experience in environmental education, she has developed environmental education modules and games on various environmental topics and issues. She has worked with the Environmental Education Center (PPLH) Seloliman-East Java, and PPLH Bali, among others. Her last post was as the Education Program Manager for Bottle for Botol where she worked with private sector partners in Bali, Lembongan, Australia as well as schools and community groups in those areas. She was part of the JEEF – Japan Environmental Education Forum consortium representing Indonesia from 2010 through 2014, and has participated in the Climate Talks in Bangkok. Herni attended courses in Education for Global Citizenship by Oxfam Novib and Education for Sustainable Development by BIMAesw and Systainable Asia
SALAI MONICA
Sales & Marketing Staff
Salai supports the implementation of the sales and marketing strategy to promote CTC Center for Marine Conservation and reach the sales target as stipulated in CTC's annual Workplan & Budget. She will also support the product development
and assessment process of educational projects at CTC Center for Marine Conservation (CMC) and assist in the daily operations of the CTC Center for Marine Conservation. Salai Monica is a recent Bachelor's Degree graduate in International Relations from Staffordshire University and Asia Pacific University Dual Program, where she graduated with First Class honors has gained valuable work experience through various positions, including Digital Marketing at Forest Interactive, Project Management Internship at APIIT Corporation Training, and Teaching Assistant at Shining Language Center. She has also been involved in several organizational experiences, such as the One World Pongal 2019 Festival, Asia Youth International Model United Nations 2019, and Indonesia Independence Day 2018, where she contributed as a volunteer in the marketing, promotion, and communication department.
MADE AGUNG PRAMATENYA PUTRI SIMA
CMC Facilitator
Prama has a Bachelor's Degree in communication science from Universitas Pendidikan Nasional (UNDIKNAS). With a strong GPA of 3.93, she has demonstrated her dedication to academic excellence.
She has actively contributed to various organizations, including serving as a treasurer and a member of the editorial team. Formerly working as a customer service representative at Bali Safari and Marine Park, Prama excels at providing detailed information to visitors and resolving their issues while fostering positive relationships with tour guides. Prama is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the CTC Center for Marine Conservation. In addition, she will serve as a game master, supporting the operation of the escape rooms. Prama will also host CMC visitors, conducting house tours and fun learning classes while providing assistance to the sales and marketing team in promoting CMC products.
Operations
RONALD REYN LUMENTA
Facility Coordinator
Ronny has been in the Hospitality Industry for over 12 years in Bandung, Bali and Belitung. His last position is the Hotel Manager for the newly established Arnava Mutiara Hotel, Bangka Belitung. Previously, he had held various managerial positions in several Bali hotels and accommodations.
He graduated from the Tourism Education & Training of Bali Province (BPLP Bali) in 1984, majoring in Hotel Management.
He joined CTC in September 2017 as the Facility Coordinator of the CTC Center for Marine Conservation and is excited to be working in helping the conservation of corals for the next generations to come by maintaining the facilities needed to train others. Having 3 daughters made him realize early on that it was important to make a change in the world.