On Wednesday, April 15, a significant event unfolded at the Balai Kota DKI Jakarta as DKI Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, alongside Vice Governor Rano Karno, officiated the inauguration of 11 senior high-ranking officials. This ceremony marked a crucial phase of job rotation and promotion within the DKI Provincial Government, aimed at strengthening administrative capabilities.
During a press conference held at the Balai Kota DKI Jakarta on the same day, Governor Pramono, known informally as Pram, emphasized the primary objective behind these appointments. “There are 11 individuals being inaugurated in this ceremony,” Pram stated, “The goal is to eliminate any lingering acting positions (Plt) and ensure that all governmental roles are definitively filled, fostering greater stability and accountability.”
Governor Pramono further elaborated on the varying effective dates for the newly appointed officials. Their terms of office will commence differently, with some taking effect immediately upon their inauguration, others on June 1, 2026, and a select few on August 1, 2026. Additionally, one official is awaiting formal appointment to a principal functional position, indicating a phased transition for certain roles.
The Governor underscored the meticulous selection process that preceded these appointments, which spanned approximately two to three weeks. He highlighted that the process was guided by a robust talent management approach, ensuring that the most qualified individuals were chosen for these pivotal roles. Pramono expressed his earnest hope that the newly inducted officials would rapidly adapt to their new responsibilities and diligently carry out their duties.
Concluding his remarks, Pramono shared his vision for collaborative governance. “We hope these newly appointed officials can quickly adjust and contribute effectively to the governmental ‘orchestration’ that we lead,” he affirmed, emphasizing the importance of synergy and collective effort in advancing the provincial agenda.
Complete List of 11 Appointed Officials
1. Syafrin Liputo – Mayor of South Jakarta Administrative City (previously Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Transportation Agency)
2. Budi Awaludin – Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Transportation Agency (previously Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Communication, Information and Statistics Agency)
3. Marulina Dewi Mutiara – Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Communication, Information and Statistics Agency (previously Head of Regional Cooperation Bureau, DKI Jakarta Regional Secretariat)
4. Tona Hutauruk – Head of Regional Cooperation Bureau, DKI Jakarta Provincial Regional Secretariat (previously Head of Jakarta Investment Centre Management Unit – PMPTSP)
5. Dudi Gardesi Asikin – Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Environmental Agency (previously Deputy Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Environmental Agency)
6. Purwanti Suryandari – Deputy Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Environmental Agency (previously Head of West Jakarta Water Resources Sub-agency)
7. Asep Kuswanto – Assistant Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta Provincial Government for Spatial Planning (previously Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Environmental Agency)
8. Marulitua – Executive Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) (previously Deputy Executive Head of DKI Jakarta Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD))
9. Ali Murtadho – Deputy Mayor of West Jakarta Administrative City (previously Deputy Mayor of South Jakarta)
10. Firmanudin – Deputy Mayor of South Jakarta Administrative City (previously Administrative City Secretary of West Jakarta)
11. Imron – Administrative City Secretary (Sekko) of West Jakarta (previously Assistant for Economy and Development, West Jakarta)
Summary
On April 15, DKI Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, accompanied by Vice Governor Rano Karno, inaugurated 11 senior high-ranking officials at Balai Kota DKI Jakarta. This ceremony aimed to strengthen administrative capabilities, eliminate acting positions, and foster greater stability and accountability within the DKI Provincial Government. The meticulous selection process, guided by a talent management approach, spanned two to three weeks.
Among the appointees, Syafrin Liputo was named Mayor of South Jakarta Administrative City. Other significant roles filled included the Head of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Transportation Agency and the Head of the Communication, Information and Statistics Agency. The effective dates for these officials vary, with some commencing immediately and others scheduled for June or August 2026.