Yenni Suryani
About Yenni Suryani
Yenni Suryani serves as the Country Manager at Catholic Relief Services, where she specializes in participatory assessment and results-based reporting. With over 20 years of experience in managing complex programs in Indonesia, she has successfully built partnerships across various sectors and managed significant projects funded by major donors.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Yenni Suryani has served as Country Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2009. In this role, she oversees various initiatives aimed at improving food security and rural poverty reduction in Indonesia. Her responsibilities include managing partnerships with local government units and national line agencies, ensuring effective program implementation. Suryani's tenure at Catholic Relief Services spans over 15 years, during which she has contributed to the organization's mission of alleviating poverty and promoting sustainable development.
Education and Expertise
Yenni Suryani holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of East Anglia, where she studied from 1997 to 1998. She also studied at Universitas Padjadjaran. Her academic background complements her extensive professional experience in participatory assessment and results-based reporting. Suryani's educational qualifications support her expertise in managing complex programs related to agro-enterprise, food security, and emergency response.
Background
Yenni Suryani has over 20 years of experience in program design, management, and evaluation, particularly in Indonesia. Her career has focused on addressing rural poverty and enhancing food security through various initiatives. Suryani has built strong partnerships with both private and public sector actors, which has been instrumental in her work. Her background includes significant involvement with local government units and national line agencies.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Yenni Suryani has successfully managed projects funded by major donors, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.N., Gates Foundation, AusAID, and USAID. Notably, she managed the USD 4.6 million West Sumatera earthquake emergency and recovery programs from 2009 to 2010. Her ability to secure funding and manage large-scale projects demonstrates her effectiveness in the field of international development.