Faransina (Olivia) Rumere is a data scientist with a Master of Science in Applied Data Science from the University of Chicago and a background in Mathematics from Universitas Indonesia. She specializes in Generative AI, NLP, and predictive modeling, with a proven track record of building sophisticated solutions such as multimodal chatbots, RAG pipelines, and time-series forecasting models using Python, PyTorch, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. Beyond her technical expertise, Olivia brings extensive experience in leadership and policy analysis from her roles at the Ministry of National Development Planning and the Papua Youth Creative Hub, where she leveraged data-driven insights to optimize multimillion-dollar budgets and secure funding for economic empowerment initiatives. Her work blends high-level technical skills in MLOps and statistical modeling with a commitment to social impact and evidence-based decision-making.

Faransina Rumere (Olivia)

Faransina (Olivia) Rumere is a data scientist with a Master of Science in Applied Data Science from the University of Chicago and a background in Mathematics from Universitas Indonesia. She specializes in Generative AI, NLP, and predictive modeling, with a proven track record of building sophisticated solutions such as multimodal chatbots, RAG pipelines, and time-series forecasting models using Python, PyTorch, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. Beyond her technical expertise, Olivia brings extensive experience in leadership and policy analysis from her roles at the Ministry of National Development Planning and the Papua Youth Creative Hub, where she leveraged data-driven insights to optimize multimillion-dollar budgets and secure funding for economic empowerment initiatives. Her work blends high-level technical skills in MLOps and statistical modeling with a commitment to social impact and evidence-based decision-making.

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Faransina (Olivia) Rumere is a data scientist with a Master of Science in Applied Data Science from the University of Chicago and a background in Mathematics from Universitas Indonesia. She specializes in Generative AI, NLP, and predictive modeling, with a proven track record of building sophisticated solutions such as multimodal chatbots, RAG pipelines, and time-series forecasting models using Python, PyTorch, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. Beyond her technical expertise, Olivia brings extensive experience in leadership and policy analysis from her roles at the Ministry of National Development Planning and the Papua Youth Creative Hub, where she leveraged data-driven insights to optimize multimillion-dollar budgets and secure funding for economic empowerment initiatives. Her work blends high-level technical skills in MLOps and statistical modeling with a commitment to social impact and evidence-based decision-making.

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Work Experience

Special Autonomy Fund Analyst at Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas RI)
February 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Modeled financial impact of Papua’s Special Autonomy Budget (~$300M), influencing allocation decisions. Streamlined workflows, reducing report prep time by 6%. Supported evidence-based policy to improve infrastructure ROI and social outcomes.
Data & Research Manager at Ministry of Waste (MoW)
August 1, 2022 - February 29, 2024
Built dashboards & models optimizing $150K facility investment, raising efficiency by 10%. Delivered insights that reduced operational costs by 3.5%. Led multi-stage analysis projects, aligning stakeholders with revenue and efficiency targets.
Economic & Data Analysis Manager at Papua Youth Creative Hub (Papua Muda Inspiratif)
August 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Secured $50K+ in funding for youth programs, supporting 1,200+ farmers and 250 MSMEs. Applied risk analysis and evaluations, improving participant income by 6%.
Young Professional Fellow (Economic Empowerment) at U.S. Department of State
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Supported data management system improvements. Assisted 30 immigrant entrepreneurs with financing (grants & loans), business plans, and statements.
National Youth Gender Consultant (Freelancer) at UN Women Indonesia
March 1, 2021 - February 28, 2023
Conducted data analysis on women’s financial inclusion to support SDG 5 initiatives. Mentored participants in the Super Girls in Tech Indonesia program.
Senior Program Manager at Papua Youth Creative Hub (Papua Muda Inspiratif)
July 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022
Managed entrepreneurship projects with stakeholders in government & private sectors.

Education

Master of Science in Applied Data Science at University of Chicago
September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025
Non-Degree, Digital Innovation Program at Tallinn University
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at Universitas Indonesia
September 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018

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Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing