Randiano Tamelan
Senior Program Officer
Randi is a development practitioner with 8+ years of experience in the sector. He firmly believes that indigenous communities possess crucial knowledge and wisdom that can address the challenges faced by underserved communities.
Randi holds a Master's degree in Development Studies from the University of Sydney and is a member of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI). Before joining Kopernik, he volunteered for almost 4 years in Lakoat Kujawas, where he devoted his efforts to empowering indigenous communities in Mollo, East Nusa Tenggara. Randi is not only passionate about development work and creative endeavors but also a staunch advocate for diversity and inclusion. He strongly believes in the importance of including and representing every individual, fostering diversity, and promoting equity. Randi firmly holds that appreciating and respecting different perspectives and experiences is essential in creating meaningful and sustainable change in communities. Outside of work, Randi finds joy in watching the sunrise by the beach, which brings him a sense of gratitude, solace, and inspiration.
