Master Student at Universitas Gadjah Mada | Indonesia
Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh is an Indonesian civil servant and public administration scholar currently serving at the Secretariat of the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) of East Nusa Tenggara Province. With an academic foundation in governance from the Indonesian Institute of Home Affairs (IPDN), he is presently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at Universitas Gadjah Mada under the prestigious LPDP scholarship. His professional and academic interests focus on public policy, regional legislation, governance reform, and community development. Feoh has contributed to policy analysis, legislative drafting, and scholarly publications in national and international journals addressing local governance and democratic innovation.
Professional Profile
Education
Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh earned a Diploma IV in Government Studies from the Indonesian Institute of Home Affairs (IPDN), one of Indonesia’s leading institutions for governance and public administration education. His studies provided strong foundations in governmental systems, regional administration, and public sector management. To advance his academic and professional expertise, he is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Yogyakarta, Indonesia, under the LPDP Scholarship funded by the Indonesian Endowment Fund for Education. His graduate education emphasizes public policy analysis, administrative reform, governance innovation, evidence-based policymaking, and regional legislative development within Indonesia’s decentralized governance framework.
Professional Experience
As a civil servant (ASN) at the Secretariat of the Regional Legislative Council (DPRD) of East Nusa Tenggara Province, Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh provides technical and administrative support for legislative processes and policymaking activities. His responsibilities include assisting in the drafting and evaluation of regional regulations, preparing policy briefs, conducting policy analyses, and facilitating coordination among governmental stakeholders. Through his role, he contributes to evidence-based decision-making and legislative effectiveness within regional governance structures. In addition to his professional service, Feoh actively engages in academic research and publication activities, demonstrating expertise in governance, public administration, regional policy development, and participatory democratic practices.
Award and Honor
Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh is a recipient of the prestigious LPDP Scholarship awarded by the Indonesian Endowment Fund for Education under the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia. This highly competitive national scholarship supports outstanding Indonesian scholars pursuing advanced education and leadership development. Since 2023, the scholarship has fully funded his Master of Public Administration studies at Universitas Gadjah Mada. His academic achievements are further reflected through peer-reviewed publications in reputable national and international journals, including publications indexed by global academic platforms. His scholarly contributions in public policy, governance, and regional development highlight his commitment to advancing public administration and democratic governance practices.
Research Focus
Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh’s research focuses on public policy, regional governance, legislative development, and democratic innovation within decentralized governmental systems. His scholarly interests include local government revenue management, stakeholder collaboration, public administration reform, participatory democracy, and regional policymaking. He has explored the role of blue economy development in poverty alleviation within coastal communities and examined challenges and opportunities related to local government finance. His academic work also addresses democratic participation and governance practices in flawed democracies through comparative policy studies. Combining qualitative and quantitative methodologies, his research aims to strengthen evidence-based policymaking, inclusive governance, and sustainable regional development initiatives.
Publications Top Noted
Article: Participatory democratic innovations in Southeast Europe: How to engage in flawed democracies
Author: Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh, Mhd Andika Wahyudi, Liana Thrice Masela, & Imel Irwan
Year: 2026
Article: Local Stakeholders Collaboration in Blue Economy Development Towards Poverty Alleviation in Coastal Areas (Study: Indonesia)
Author: Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh
Year: 2024
Article: Revenue Sources of Local Governments: Persisting Challenges and Emerging Opportunities
Author: Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh
Year: 2024
Article: Akademisi (Magister Ilmu Administrasi Publik)
Author: Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh
Year: 2024–Present
Article: ORCID Profile of Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh
Author: Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh
Year: 2026
Conclusion
Petters Neldy Suyana Feoh represents an emerging scholar-practitioner in the field of public administration and governance in Indonesia. Through his combined experience as a civil servant and academic researcher, he contributes to regional legislative development, policy analysis, and governance reform initiatives. Supported by the LPDP Scholarship, his graduate studies and scholarly publications demonstrate strong dedication to advancing public sector innovation and evidence-based policymaking. His expertise in public policy, regional legislation, democratic participation, and community development positions him as a promising contributor to Indonesia’s governance landscape. Feoh continues to bridge academic knowledge and practical governance to support sustainable and inclusive regional development.