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About me
Assistant for Cultural Affairs at Embassy of Japan
Education

Sma plus negeri 17 palembang
2009 - 2012Diploma natural sciencesI attended SMA Plus Negeri 17 Palembang, a leading public high school in South Sumatra, where I specialized in the natural sciences. My curriculum provided me with a strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Beyond my academic focus, I was actively involved in a diverse range of extracurricular activities that balanced my interests. For three years, I pursued sports through archery and expressed my creativity in the arts through the Angklung Ensemble, while also being… Show more I attended SMA Plus Negeri 17 Palembang, a leading public high school in South Sumatra, where I specialized in the natural sciences. My curriculum provided me with a strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Beyond my academic focus, I was actively involved in a diverse range of extracurricular activities that balanced my interests. For three years, I pursued sports through archery and expressed my creativity in the arts through the Angklung Ensemble, while also being an active member of both the Science Club and the Japanese Club. Show less

Rikkyo university
2015 - 2016Non-degree japanese language and literatureActivities and Societies: International Office Student Staff, International Student Representatives in Japan Tent 2015 In 2015, I was selected as one of two students to represent Universitas Padjadjaran in a competitive year-long exchange program at Rikkyo University, following a rigorous three-phase selection process. As a recipient of a special scholarship that covered full tuition and living expenses, I enrolled in the Department of Japanese Literature. This opportunity allowed me to significantly enhance my Japanese language proficiency while deepening my understanding of Japanese society and… Show more In 2015, I was selected as one of two students to represent Universitas Padjadjaran in a competitive year-long exchange program at Rikkyo University, following a rigorous three-phase selection process. As a recipient of a special scholarship that covered full tuition and living expenses, I enrolled in the Department of Japanese Literature. This opportunity allowed me to significantly enhance my Japanese language proficiency while deepening my understanding of Japanese society and culture.My immersion extended beyond academics. I was honored to win the Audience Special Prize at the Rikkyo University Japanese Speech Contest for International Students. Furthermore, I was chosen to represent Rikkyo University in the Japan Tent program, a cultural exchange initiative in Ishikawa Prefecture, where I experienced authentic daily life by living with a Japanese host family for one week. Show less

Universitas padjadjaran
2012 - 2017Bachelor of arts - ba japanese studies 3,58Activities and Societies: President of Japanese Literature Student Associaton (2014 - 2015) I majored in Japanese Studies with a Cultural Studies concentration at Universitas Padjadjaran. My curriculum provided a comprehensive foundation in advanced Japanese language skills (linguistics, translation, interpreting) and key subjects such as Japanese history, arts, and diplomacy. I successfully defended my thesis, titled "Identity Crisis Phenomena in the Social Group of Japanese Herbivore Men: A Study of Gender and Masculinity."Beyond academics, I was actively involved in student… Show more I majored in Japanese Studies with a Cultural Studies concentration at Universitas Padjadjaran. My curriculum provided a comprehensive foundation in advanced Japanese language skills (linguistics, translation, interpreting) and key subjects such as Japanese history, arts, and diplomacy. I successfully defended my thesis, titled "Identity Crisis Phenomena in the Social Group of Japanese Herbivore Men: A Study of Gender and Masculinity."Beyond academics, I was actively involved in student organizations and cultural exchange programs, which honed my communication and cross-cultural skills. This engagement led to my selection for an exchange student program at Rikkyo University and as my university's representative for the NIHONGO TALK 2016 conference in Vietnam. At the conference, I delivered a speech in Japanese on the growth of Japanese language education in Southeast Asia. Show less
Experience

Embassy of japan
Aug 2017 - nowIn my role, I am responsible for assisting Japanese diplomat in planning and implementing a wide range of initiatives to promote a deeper understanding of Japan and strengthen bilateral ties through cultural and public diplomacy. My key responsibilities included:Cultural Program Management: Planned and executed a wide range of cultural programs, from the large-scale annual Jak-Japan Matsuri to specialized workshops, traditional performances, and educational outreach events for students at the Embassy.External Engagement & Stakeholder Relations: Served as an Embassy representative at external cultural festivals (Bunkasai) and managed key relationships with Japanese alumni associations in Indonesia (e.g., PERSADA, KAJI) to support network-building initiatives.G2G Program Coordination: Coordinated directly with Indonesian counterpart ministries on the planning, implementation, and evaluation of key government-to-government (G2G) youth exchange programs, including JENESYS and SSEAYP.Cultural Interpretation & Asset Management: Acted as a cultural interpreter for the public, explaining the significance of the Embassy's cultural assets (e.g., yukata, origami, traditional dolls) during exhibitions and outreach programs.Strategic & Diplomatic Support: Conducted research on cultural diplomacy trends to inform strategic planning and provided essential interpretation and document translation services for Japanese diplomatic staff. Show less In this capacity, I was entrusted with promoting Japanese higher education and managing the full lifecycle of the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship program for Indonesian applicants. My role involved providing strategic guidance and executing key processes to facilitate educational exchange between Indonesia and Japan. My primary responsibilities included:Advising & Counseling: Provided comprehensive counseling to prospective students on pursuing higher education in Japan, offering tailored advice on university selection, applications, and scholarship pathways.Public Information & Seminars: Conducted public seminars and informational presentations on the Japanese higher education system and scholarship opportunities to attract qualified applicants.Scholarship Program Management: Managed the end-to-end selection process for the MEXT Scholarship in Indonesia, including promotion, application screening, examination implementation, and candidate evaluation.Awardee Pre-Departure Support: Facilitated pre-departure orientations and provided administrative support for successful MEXT scholarship awardees to ensure their smooth transition to Japan.Stakeholder Relations: Managed relations with a wide network of stakeholders, including MEXT alumni, Indonesian counterpart ministries, and representatives from universities and high schools nationwide.Research & Analysis: Conducted comparative research on Indonesian and Japanese educational systems and government scholarships to provide accurate and up-to-date advisory services.Attaché & Diplomatic Support: Provided direct support to the Education Attaché, including arranging official appointments, providing interpretation in meetings, and translating key documents. Show less
Assistant for Cultural Affairs
Jul 2020 - nowStudy Abroad Advisor
Aug 2017 - Jul 2020
Licenses & Certifications

Jlpt (n2)
The japan foundationDec 2016
Ielts (7.5)
British councilJan 2025.webp)
Toefl-itp (600)
Educational testing service (ets)Dec 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Fahmi ShidiqAudience Special Prize 立教大学日本語国際センター Jun 2015 I participated on Rikkyo University Japanese Speech Contest for International Students 2015 and got an Audience Special Prize in this contest.
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer
Issued by Yarou on Aug 2023
Associated with Fahmi ShidiqAssistant
Issued by Tagara High School on Nov 2015
Associated with Fahmi ShidiqAssistant
Issued by The Recovery Assistance Center of Miyagi on Aug 2015
Associated with Fahmi ShidiqAssistant
Issued by Rikkyo University on Jul 2015
Associated with Fahmi Shidiq
Languages
- enEnglish
- jaJapanese
- inIndonesian
- koKorean
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