Ben Octo

International Network Coordinator
Male36 y/oMarketing Assistant/Business Specialist/Assistant/English Teacher/Government Relations/Host/Anchor/Editor/Writing/Reporter/Exhibition Project Management/Project Execution/Teaching Assistant/English TranslationLive in IndonesiaNationality Indonesia
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Summary

International relations and public policy professional experienced in diplomacy, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development across Indonesia, India, and China—complemented by a rewarding side hustle in English language teaching. Seeking a role to manage cross-functional initiatives, cultivate strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable impact in a multicultural environment.

Work experience

  • Conversation Partner (Volunteer)

    ENGin
    2026.05-Current(2 months)
    Facilitate weekly one-on-one English conversations with a Ukrainian learner to build language confidence and cross-cultural connection.
  • International Network Coordinator

    Ambright Education Group
    2025.01-2025.12(a year)
    -) Expanded Ambright's presence in Indonesia by conducting education policy studies, mapping key institutions, and building a database of strategic contacts for the Study Abroad Programme. -) Developed 100+ partnership proposals, leading to 20+ institutional meetings and 4 MoUs under development, including collaborations with major schools, associations, and government bodies. -) Organised and led a company business trip to Indonesia, establishing the initial partnership pipeline and producing bilingual outreach materials (website, presentations) to support sustained engagement.
  • Commercial/Marketing Assistant

    Consulate General of India
    2018.10-2023.08(5 years)
    -) Under three successive Consuls General, organised business affairs, successfully planning and executing approximately 48 events, ranging from diplomatic meetings to large-scale buyer–seller meets. -) Handled trade inquiries, including resolving bilateral trade disputes, resulting in a 60% reduction in such cases. -) Monitored local newspapers for reports of interest and led a team of six English translators for the 2022 G20 Bali Summit. -) Carried out ad-hoc assignments involving liaison with local press, government bodies, and diplomats, mediation of two repatriation cases, and support for various consular, education, and cultural affairs.
  • Account Executive for 98.3 FM I-Radio Medan

    MRA Group (MediaO
    2016.04-2018.10(3 years)
    -) Generated revenue of total IDR 465 million. -) Collaborated with clients to discuss and identify their advertising requirements, presenting creative work for approval with a modification ratio of 70 to 30. -) Worked on handling budgets, managing campaign costs, invoicing clients, and conducting follow-up sales, resulting in a relatively high client retention rate.
  • Assistant Merchandiser

    Mitsubishi Corporation Fashion Co., Ltd.
    2015.09-2015.10(2 months)
    -) Collaborated with the team manager to ensure timely, high-quality apparel production as the key liaison between the buyer-Uniqlo and 3 factories, while preparing and presenting regular reports to the Jakarta office and Tokyo headquarters.
  • Fast-Track Management Trainee

    MAP Group (Domino's Pizza Indonesia)
    2014.08-2015.02(7 months)
    -) Completed a six-month management training program through three stages covering team member, supervisor, and assistant store manager, while assisting in daily operations, staff management, scheduling, reporting, and administrative tasks.
  • Broadcaster for 89.7 Global FM

    MNC Networks
    2013.01-2014.08(2 years)
    -) Hosted and co-directed radio programs, including a Top-40 English music chart show, while conducting celebrity interviews, developing program content, and serving as Liaison Officer and Master of Ceremonies for off-air events.

Educational experience

  • Fudan University

    Global Public Policy
    2023.08-Current(3 years)
    All coursework done, MA thesis in progress
  • Universitas Padjadjaran

    Government Science
    2013.06-2017.08(4 years)
    Minor in social & political sciences

Languages

Indonesian
Native
English
Fluent

Certificates

International Training Programme on Enhancing Leadership Skills by ITEC, Government of India
2017.10
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