Getting to Know Rini Widyantini, the Minister of PANRB Who Started Her Career as a Civil Servant

Kapanlagi.com - Rini Widyantini has officially taken office as the Minister of State Apparatus Utilization and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) in the government cabinet of Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka. The announcement of her appointment was made directly by President Prabowo at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on October 20, 2024, and her inauguration took place the following day. Rini has become one of the key figures in the new government team, facing significant challenges to strengthen bureaucratic reform in Indonesia.

With over three decades of experience in the Ministry of PANRB, Rini is not a new face in the world of state apparatus. Her brilliant career in various strategic positions makes her expected to bring significant changes in governance as well as enhance the professionalism of civil servants (ASN). Heavy tasks await her, starting from creating a more efficient bureaucratic reform, digitizing the government system, to strengthening institutions.

Interestingly, Rini is the first woman to lead the Ministry of PANRB throughout its history. Her career journey, which began from the level of Civil Servant (PNS) to reaching the top position, reflects her extraordinary dedication and competence. So, what has been the long journey of Rini Widyantini to sit in the seat of Minister of PANRB? Check out the complete profile summarized by Kapanlagi.com on Tuesday (11/3).

1. Educational Background and Early Career

Rini Widyantini, an inspirational figure born in Bandung on May 29, 1965, has had a remarkable life journey. After completing her primary education at SD Tikukur IV in 1976, she continued to SMP and SMA Santa Angela, graduating in 1983. Not satisfied with just that, Rini pursued her studies at Padjadjaran University and earned a Bachelor of Law degree in 1988, before flying far to Flinders University of South Australia to obtain a Master of Public Management degree in 1999.

Her career as a civil servant began in 1990, and within a short time, she held the position of Policy Analyst at the Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform in 1997.

Since then, her steps have become more assured, leading to her role as Head of the Non-Departmental Institutional Policy Formulation Subdivision in 2000, which was followed by other strategic roles, including Head of Non-Departmental Institutional Formulation and Design in the early 2000s.

2. Brilliant Career in the Ministry of PANRB

Rini's dedication and expertise in the world of bureaucratic institutions have earned her the trust to hold various strategic positions.

Her career began in 2008 as the Assistant Deputy for Economic Institutions at the Ministry of PANRB, and just a year later, she was promoted to Assistant Deputy for Economic Institutions I.

In 2010, Rini further demonstrated her capabilities by serving as the Assistant Deputy for Institutional Policy Formulation, which led her to the peak of her career as the Expert Staff to the Minister of PANRB in the Legal Field in 2011.

Her success in bureaucratic reform continued to propel her to the position of Deputy for Institutional Affairs the following year, where she further strengthened her role in creating a more efficient and responsive bureaucracy.

The pinnacle of her career journey occurred in 2013 when she was appointed as the Deputy for Institutional Affairs and Governance, a position she held for nearly a decade until 2021, making her an irreplaceable figure in the world of bureaucracy.

3. Strategic Role in Bureaucratic Reform

As the Deputy for Institutional and Governance Affairs, Rini Widyantini has become the driving force in creating a more efficient institutional structure and accelerating bureaucratic reform in Indonesia. With an innovative spirit, she leads various policies that not only streamline bureaucratic processes but also expedite decision-making and enhance transparency in government administration.

Rini also emphasizes strengthening the digital government system through the "One Data" program, which aims to integrate data across agencies for faster and more accurate decision-making. Under her leadership, the transformation of electronic-based government governance (SPBE) is increasingly being pursued, making the bureaucracy more agile and ready to adapt to the rapidly advancing technology.

4. From Secretary of the Ministry of PANRB to Minister

In 2022, Rini Widyantini had the honor of serving as the Secretary of the Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) under the direction of Minister Abdullah Azwar Anas. In this position, she is determined to strengthen the government's digitalization system and accelerate technology-based bureaucratic reform. With a wealth of experience in various institutional sectors, Rini has proven herself to be one of the most influential bureaucrats in the ministry.

The peak of her career occurred on October 20, 2024, when President Prabowo Subianto officially appointed her as the Minister of PANRB. Just a day after the announcement, Rini was sworn in at the State Palace, and with more than three decades of service in the ministry, she is seen as the ideal figure to lead the transformation of Indonesia's bureaucracy towards a more modern and efficient direction.

5. LHKPN Rini Widyantini

Based on the Electronic State Organizer Wealth Report (e-LHKPN) submitted to the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) as of March 25, 2024, Rini Widyantini's total wealth is recorded at Rp27.03 billion, with the following details:

A. Land and Buildings totaling Rp3,750,000,000, consisting of:

- Land and Building with an area of 198 m2/150 m2 in Bekasi Regency/City, self-acquired Rp550,000,000;

- Land and Building with an area of 210 m2/250 m2 in Bekasi Regency/City, self-acquired Rp950,000,000;

- Building with an area of 58 m2 in Bansung Regency/City, self-acquired Rp1,050,000,000;

- Land with an area of 474 m2 in Bekasi Regency/City, self-acquired Rp1,200,000,000.

B. Transportation and machinery Rp376,500,000.

C. Other movable assets Rp460,000,000.

D. Securities Rp3,413,752,700

E. Cash and cash equivalents Rp19,032,906,818.

F. Other assets (nil).

6. FAQ

Q: Who is Rini Widyantini?

A: Rini Widyantini is the Minister of State Apparatus Utilization and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) appointed in the Prabowo-Gibran cabinet in 2024, after a long career as a bureaucrat.

Q: What is Rini Widyantini's educational background?

A: Rini studied at Padjadjaran University and Flinders University of South Australia.

Q: What is Rini Widyantini's career journey?

A: Rini started her career as a civil servant in 1990, then held various strategic positions until becoming the Minister of PANRB.

(kpl/rmt)