Looking back, Moving forward, A story to share

Introduction to KOICA Scholarship awardee

1. Public Works and Spatial Planning Department of East Sumba Regency, Indonesia “Looking Back, Moving Forward : A story to share” PRESENTED BY FAURIZA PATIRAJAWANE, ST., MS

2. INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF EAST SUMBA JOURNEY HIGHLIGHT RESEARCH SUMMARY CHALLENGES AFTER GRADUATION TIPS QUESTION AND ANSWER 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Content Overview 02 08

3. Introduction Hello! 안녕하세요 여로분 ! First level of water resources manager at local government Position Public Works and Spatial Planning Department of East Sumba Regency Government, Indonesia Office Main duties Engineer staff, draw engineering designs of irrigation network Conduct engineering surveys of irrigation network conditions Updating engineering data base of irrigation network assets and conditions Field-supervising the construction progress of irrigation channels and river bank protection 03

4. 02 Why I join this program? Challenges in East Sumba : 3T Regions (Remote, outermost and frontier) Water resources management issue (Flood) 2. Personal vision : To connect the public policy based on data 04

5. GEOGRAPHY L ocated in East Nusa Tenggara Province, Eastern Indonesia area 119°45 – 120°52 East Longitude and 9°16 – 10°20 South Latitude. TOPOGRAPHY CLIMATE Dry Season : May-November Rainy Season : December to April Background of East Sumba 05

6. 06 Journey Highlight Field trips and international forum related to WRM Special lectures and advanced course Relevant subject to my background Achievements : Action Plan contest and KOICA Youtube video contest

7. Research Summary Lack of central data 07 Title Analysis of Design Flood Discharge using Synthetic Unit Hydrograph/SUH ( Case Study: Kambaniru Watershed, East Sumba, Indonesia ) Background Objectives To analyse and assess the performance of the Nakayasu , GAMA-1, Limantara , Snyder, and Clark Synthetic Unit Hydrograph (SUH) models in simulating the runoff hydrograph for the Kambaniru Watershed. Results and Recommendations Synder SUH Model result showed not suitable with Kambaniru watershed characteristic Longer rainfall data needed Centralized the data for mitigation strategies Foster partnership between relevant stakeholders Incessant tropical cyclone named as the Tropical Cyclone “ Seroja ” from April 3 to 5, 2021

8. 08 7 Challenges Academic Learning and understanding Korean language Taking time to confidently presenting in English Cultural Adapting to Korean culture Taking time to blend in class and social culture Time Management Managing time between coursework, research and personal life Personal Dealing with homesickness and mental pressure

9. 09 After Graduation Join KOICA Scholarship Alumni from Indonesia and invited to speak in Knowledge Sharing Session Survey of sediment dredging locations in several irrigation areas to prevent flooding in the rainy season Inputting proposals for the development of groundwater irrigation areas

10. Tips Academic Language Maintain consistent study habits and avoid last-minute. Don’t hesitate seek guidance or help proactively from advisor, classmates, seniors and faculty members, specifically related research progress. Do your research on track and build good communication with advisor. Read, read and read, to get better understanding of your research. Maximize university facility such as main /PSPS library/Science Library to do and finish the research thesis/report. Participate in study groups or cultural activities and maximize your time to explore places in Korea to improve Korean language skills. 10

11. Tips 11 Cultural and Social Personal Development Embrace opportunities to interact with peers from diverse background and different majors Take part in every opportunities both in academic forums and cultural related contest Prioritize mental health by maintaining a healthy balance between academics and personal goal Seek support from professors, senior students, or faculty members when needed

12. Tips 12 After Graduation Build good networking with alumni and professors for any future opportunities Stay informed about current trends, innovations and specialized training in water resources field Develop a strong professional profile if planning to continue doctoral degree Join KOICA Alumni community from your country to sharing experience and informations with others university alumni

13. Fauriza Patirajawane, ST., MS [phone] @faurizapatirajawane [email protected] @Fauriza @faurizapatirajawane THANK YO U for your attention