Policy Analyst

Raina
Shafaa

Policy Officer · Public Policy & International Relations Specialist.

Public Policy and International Relations professional with 3+ years of experience across government institutions, diplomatic missions, international organizations, and global youth initiatives. Passionate about governance, diplomacy, sustainable development, and international cooperation.

Jakarta · Indonesia — open to international roles
Portrait of Raina Shafaa, Public Policy and International Relations professional
Currently
Policy Officer · Ministry of Home Affairs of Indonesia
3+
Years Experience
6
International Organizations
8
Certifications
5
Policy & Research Roles
About

A diplomatic voice from Indonesia

Raina Shafaa is a Public Policy and International Relations professional with extensive experience spanning government institutions, diplomatic missions, international organizations, research institutions, and global youth initiatives.

She is passionate about creating evidence-based policies and translating complex political and social issues into actionable recommendations.

Areas of focus
Policy AnalysisGovernancePolitical CommunicationStakeholder EngagementResearch & DevelopmentStrategic CommunicationsSustainable DevelopmentInternational Cooperation
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Career

Experience

Nov 2025 – Present

Policy Officer

Ministry of Home Affairs of Indonesia
  • Developed impactful public policies
  • Conducted policy research and analysis
  • Presented recommendations to leadership
  • Facilitated policy workshops
  • Monitored policy implementation
  • Produced comprehensive policy reports
Jul 2025 – Oct 2025

Publications Coordinator

Youth & Policy (United Kingdom) · Remote
  • Managed publication development
  • Coordinated writers and contributors
  • Increased audience engagement
  • Developed publication strategies
  • Improved publication quality processes
Aug 2024 – Sep 2024

Political Division

Embassy of Bulgaria in Indonesia
  • Supported diplomatic engagement
  • Facilitated embassy events involving diplomats and ambassadors
  • Conducted political trend analysis
  • Strengthened stakeholder partnerships
  • Contributed to political advocacy initiatives
Jan 2024 – Apr 2024

Research Assistant

Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education
  • Conducted research and policy support
  • Presented findings to management
  • Coordinated projects
  • Managed research documentation
Jan 2024 – Mar 2024

Communication & Advocacy Contributor (#Beijing+30)

UN Women Asia & Pacific · Project Work
  • Supported global advocacy campaigns
  • Developed communication strategies
  • Produced campaign content
  • Promoted inclusivity and stakeholder engagement
Apr 2020 – Jun 2023

Editorial & Content Writer

U-Report
  • Produced youth-focused articles
  • Amplified child rights awareness
  • Reached 3,000+ readers
  • Developed content strategies
Domains

Featured Expertise

Public Policy

Evidence-based policy analysis and implementation across government institutions.

Diplomacy

Experience within diplomatic missions, embassies, and international cooperation frameworks.

Research

Research development, policy reporting, and analytical assessments for decision-makers.

Advocacy & Communications

Strategic messaging, public engagement, and global campaign development.

Toolkit

Skills

Policy & Governance

  • · Public Policy
  • · Analytical & Policy Analysis
  • · Governance
  • · Peacebuilding

Research & Strategy

  • · Research & Development
  • · Data Analysis
  • · Risk Assessment
  • · Proposal Writing

Communications

  • · Strategic Communications
  • · Political Communication
  • · Editing
  • · Publications Development

Leadership

  • · Stakeholder Engagement
  • · Crisis Management
  • · Project Coordination
  • · Advocacy
Education

Academic Foundation

September 2021 – February 2025

Bakrie University

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
3.67 / 4.00
GPA
3.5 yrs
Dean's List
Speaker
Academic conferences
Credentials

Certifications

World Bank Group
Behavioral Science in Public Policy
UNITAR
Intercultural Competences in Peace Missions
UN ESCAP
SDG 7 Localization Strategies
UNDP
Sustainable Decision-Making in Development Corridors
UNICEF
Communication for Development
IOM
Data Collection, Processing & Analysis
EU Non-Proliferation & Disarmament Consortium
Non-Proliferation & Disarmament
Indonesia Ministry of Manpower
Design Thinking
Languages

Languages spoken

Proficiency
Indonesian
Native
★★★★★
English
Advanced
★★★★
Spanish
Beginner
★★★★
Publications

Selected policy publications

Voices

What people say

"
Raina brings rare clarity to complex policy problems — a future leader in international affairs.
Senior Advisor
Government Institution
"
Exceptional analytical instincts paired with a diplomatic temperament. A pleasure to collaborate with.
Programme Lead
International Organization
"
Her work bridges research, communications, and policy with real impact — and elegance.
Editorial Director
Youth & Policy
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