Advisory Board

Gustaaf A. Lumiu

Gustaaf Lumiu is an expert in financial management, project management, public-private partnerships, social enterprises and innovative financing. He has more than forty years in managing development programs.

He is involved in several projects including the Multilateral Project in Cooperation with CTI CFF, ASEAn, World Bank and UNDP; USAID, UKAid, GTZ and AUSAid Bilateral Project Cooperation; National Development Projects: Bappenas, MoE, Ministry of Forestry; and Provincial Development Project: KEPRI Province. He has also held managerial positions in several institutions such as CTI CFF, ASEAN Secretariat, KEHATI Foundation, HRA Corp, Pact and Inc. He has been involved as Technical Advisor at UNDP, GTZ, Hatfield, Bappenas, ICCTF and CII.

He is also involved in various activities namely as a speaker in seminars, workshops, International Forum Courses related to Advanced Managerial Finance; Corporate Social Responsibility; Funding mechanisms for the poor and marginalized; Exit Strategy for NGOs; Conflict resolution; Community initiative strategies; Natural Resources Management; Biodiversity and Business; Sustainable Investment Strategy; Sustainable Energy Resources; and Ocean Governance, Learning Exchange.

Chris Rotinsulu, M.Sc

Chris Rotinsulu is a professional in Marine Resource Management with over 20 years of field experience in ecosystem-based marine management, marine biodiversity conservation, sustainable fisheries management, protected area supervision, ecological and socio-economic research, and natural resource governance. Chris graduated from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences at Sam Ratulangi University in Manado. He obtained a master’s degree in Knowledge and Management of Indonesian Coral Reef Biodiversity from Delle Merche – University of Genoa, Ancona & Genoa, Italy. He was awarded a Fullbright scholarship to pursue a Ph.D. in Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island, USA.

Chris’s research experience covers ecosystem conservation, sustainable fisheries management, fisheries economics, strategic environmental assessment (SEA), and the effectiveness assessment of coastal and marine resource management, including management in the Coral Triangle region.

Throughout his career, Chris has supported governmental and non-governmental organizations in Indonesia and abroad in developing frameworks for marine ecosystem governance, including establishing Marine Conservation Areas (MCA), forming MCA networks, and facilitating provincial and district governments to develop ecosystem-based management plans. He provides consultancy services as a Fisheries Governance Advisor, offering technical advice for collaborative fisheries management in the South Misool Marine Conservation Area in Raja Ampat, West Papua, supported by FAO. Chris also assisted the ADB in conducting mid-term assessments for the implementation of the Coremap CTI project in Bali and West Nusa Tenggara. On a regional scale, Chris has been involved in the assessment of maritime crimes in the Sulu Sea, a tripartite collaboration between Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia supported by UNDP-UNODC. His extensive portfolio involves conducting research and coordinating multi-stakeholder projects and programs at both local and regional levels.

Supervisor

Dr. Denny Karwur, MH

Denny Karwur is a legal expert. He obtained his Bachelor of Law degree from Sam Ratulangi University Manado (1988), a Master’s degree either from Sam Ratulangi University or Gadjah Mada University (1998), and a doctorate from Bogor Agricultural Institute (2010).

He has extensive experience in the field of law, particularly in drafting regulations for coastal area management and environmental protection in North Sulawesi. He also has experience in participating in seminars and presenting papers at local, national, and international levels.

Manager

Stephanus V. Mandagie, Ph.D

Stephanus V. Mandagie, Ph.D, is a dedicated observer of coastal environmental issues, fisheries, and climate change in Indonesia. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Sam Ratulangi University Manado (1992), a Master of Applied Science from James Cook University in Australia (1999), and a doctorate from the Australian National University (2008).

He has been extensively involved in research programs and the management of marine conservation areas, conducting studies on biodiversity resources and capacity building in fisheries, including fish stock assessments and the development of harvest strategies. Additionally, he has been engaged in efforts related to climate change mitigation and adaptation, focusing on the preservation of natural resources, particularly in coastal areas, community empowerment, and enhancing the capacities of government personnel and stakeholders. He has served as a manager or consultant in programs or projects funded by national and international governments, including USAID-SEA, AUSAID, GAC, and various international donors collaborating with NGOs such as YKAN (formerly TNC), FAO, WWF, NSLIC, and WCS.

Executive Assistant

Roger R. Tabalessy, M.Si

Roger Tabalessy is a lecturer and researcher at the Papua Christian University. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Pattimura University Ambon and a master’s degree in fisheries, specifically focusing on Mangrove Ecosystem Management, from Sam Ratulangi University Manado.

He has over six years of experience in research and community empowerment in collaboration with NGOs and other organizations. His research encompasses sustainable fisheries management, socio-economic aspects of fisheries, traditional knowledge of coastal communities, and the management of coastal and marine resources. He has also been involved as a consultant or researcher supporting fisheries in West Papua, collaborating with both governmental and non-governmental institutions such as USAID, WWF, and FAO.

Sustainable Fisheries Field

Johnny Budiman, Ph.D

Johnny Budiman is a researcher at the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Sam Ratulangi University. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Sam Ratulangi University, master’s degrees from Bogor Agricultural University and Kagoshima University, and a doctoral degree from Kagoshima University.

 He is extensively involved in research programs such as Fisheris Technology, Solar cell Supported Fish Aggregating Device (FAD) In Sangihe Islands Regency Waters North Sulawesi), Kapasitas Produksi Perikanan Tuna Kapal Ikan Dibawah 5 Gt Di Sulawesi Utara,  Ecosystem Approach Fisheries Management (EAFM) based-tuna fisheries status in the regency of Sangihe group of islands. He has also served as a coordinator in the Learning Center for Ecosystem-based Fisheries Management Approach in WPPNRI 716. He is a member of the national commission for the assessment of fishery resources.

Conservation of Aquatic Resources Field

Dr. Nego Elvis Bataragoa

Nego Bataragoa is an expert in the field of freshwater and estuarine fish studies. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Sam Ratulangi University Manado, a Master’s degree in Marine Science from the University of Rikyus Japan, and a doctoral degree from Brawijaya University.

He has been extensively involved in research collaborations related to Environmental Characteristics, Fish Species Diversity, and Fishing Activities in Lake Tondano, North Sulawesi (conducted by the Research and Development Agency for Marine and Fisheries); Bioecological Studies in the Coastal Areas of Obi Island, North Maluku (Mega Surya Pratiwi), Teluk Weda, North Maluku (IWIP-WEDA), and South Morowali, Central Sulawesi (IMIP-MOROALI); studying sensitive areas of Fisheries Environment and Fisheries Economics in Morowali, Central Sulawesi (IMIP-MOROALI); and participated in the Widya Nusantara Expedition (EWIN) in North Nusa (Center for Oceanographic Research – Indonesian Institute of Sciences/LIPI).

Ir. Jotham S. R. Ninef, M.Sc

Jotham is a researcher with over 25 years of experience on marine resource management and conservation, ecology of coastal resources and ecology of coral reef. Since early 2000, he has been actively involved in collaboration with various parties at the provincial and national levels in supporting the sea partnership program and the assessment, management designing and establishment of the Sawu Sea Marine National Park as well as the development of several district marine conservation areas (MCA) in East Nusa Tenggara.

In the last 10 years, he has also been involved in studies on sustainable fisheries with an ecosystem approach in the marine conservation area. Other than from formal education at Sam Ratulangi University in Manado Indonesia, Universita ‘Politecnica Delle Marche Ancona in Italy and IPB University in Bogor Indonesia, he has accumulated knowledge on the above issues through his experience as the coordinator of the sea partnership Program of NTT, team for assessment and establishment of marine conservation area in NTT, management designing and establishment of marine conservation area in Sawu Sea, Marine Conservation Board of NTT Province, Indonesian Diving Sport Association, Indonesian Oceanography Society and Indonesian Coral Reef Society (ICRS).

Trifena Kindangen, S.Pi

Trifena is a graduate from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science at Sam Ratulangi University in Manado. Trifena specialized in researching the direct benefits of a coral reef ecosystem in Bahoi Village, North Minahasa Regency, which is a small step toward managing coastal ecosystems, particularly coral reefs, in a region.

Dr. Kakaskasen Andreas Roeroe, SPi, MSc, PhD

Dr. Kakaskasen Andreas Roeroe, SPi, MSc, PhD, is a senior marine expert with more than 25 years of experience in coastal ecosystem research and management. His expertise includes coral reef ecology, marine conservation, and coastal zone management. Dr. Roeroe completed his doctoral degree in Applied Marine Environmental Studies at the Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan, after earning degrees in Marine Biology (Kyushu University) and Marine Science (Universitas Sam Ratulangi).

He is an expert who collaborates with leading specialists from top universities in Japan, China, and across the Asian region. He is also actively engaged as a technical advisor to the Government of North Sulawesi on marine and fisheries policy development. Dr. Roeroe’s research spans coral reef restoration, mesophotic ecosystems, climate change impacts, and innovative methods for assessing coral recruitment. He has published extensively, contributed to international collaborations, and holds several patents related to coral reef rehabilitation technologies.

Ecotourism Field

Dr. Dwi Indah Widya Yanti

Dr. Dwi Indah is an expert in coastal management and aquatic ecotourism. She has been involved in research activities related to fisheries and coastal management. Additionally, she authored a book on Mangrove Ecotourism. In the Kedaireka Matching Fund 2023 program, she played a leadership role. This program is associated with sustainable tourism management in the Fam Islands, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua Province.

Disaster Mitigation Field

Mercy Rampengan, Ph.D

Mercy Rampengan is a researcher at the Biology Department of Universitas Negeri Manado. His areas of expertise are related to interdisciplinary studies and resilience in disaster management, local capacity in disaster risk reduction, participatory approaches, and small island and coastal studies. Mercy is also a disaster consultant and expert for Bappeda (Regional Development Planning Board) and BPBD (Regional Board for Disaster Management)  in North Sulawesi and other private institutions. Mercy is also active in the humanitarian field as Secretary of PMI North Sulawesi Province.

Communication Field

Dra. Ely Andrianita

Ely Andrianita is a seasoned development practitioner with a wealth of experience in the international development sector in Indonesia spanning over 19 years. Her expertise lies in project management, organizational development, strategic communications with seasoned behavior change communication and portfolio management, and she has successfully developed strategic communication plans for various projects funded by USAID and DFAT, NGOs and smaller organizations. As a long player in development, she managed a small, medium, and large scale development portfolios funded by prominent donors

Financial Officer

Natalia Moningka, M.Si

Natalia Moningka is an expert in the field of conservation biology and biodiversity. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the State University of Manado, specializing in the study of biology based on the concept of biodiversity conservation of endemic species in North Sulawesi. She earned her master’s degree from the Graduate Program in Biology at the State University of Manado, focusing on environmental conservation, particularly conservation agriculture. She has been actively engaged in activities with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and conservation projects, specifically in conserving endemic wildlife in the North Sulawesi region.

Human Resources

Melissa Masengi, M.Si

Melissa Masengi is an experienced professional in financial management and human resources at Papua Christian University. She is also involved in the UKIP-SEA Project related to financial management.

Ahazia Imanuel Tampa, M.Si

Ahazia Tampa is an expert in the field of water quality, water pollution, and also has experience in finance and bancassurance financial advisors.

IT

Agnes Tenly Moningkey, M.Si

Agnes Moningkey is a professional in the field of surveying, mapping, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). She obtained her bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Social Sciences at Manado State University, a master’s degree in Biology from Manado State University, and is currently pursuing a doctoral program focusing on Integrated Coastal Zone Management and Coastal Ecotourism at Sam Ratulangi University in Manado.

With over fifteen years of experience, she has conducted Hydro-Oceanography Surveys for coastal security planning, port security, wave breakers, terrestrial mapping for land suitability analysis, spatial planning, and disaster risk assessment. In research activities, she has expertise in Hydro-Oceanography Modeling for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) on the coast, preparing approvals for marine space utilization compliance (PKKPRL), Survey Identification and Design (SID), and Detail Engineering Design (DED) for coastal infrastructure planning. She frequently engages in government organizations as a Technical Team for Coastal and Small Islands Zoning Plans (RZWP3K) and Regional Spatial Planning (RTRW), and serves as a consultant for several private companies and state-owned enterprises for Coastal and Small Islands Development Surveying.

Admin

Miguel Kalesaran, S.Si

Miguel is a graduate of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Sam Ratulangi University, Manado, Department of Mathematics.