Darlene Christabelle Wijaya

MEXT Scholar • Osaka University Human Sciences • Event Management & Youth Leadership

Osaka, Japan

About

Now pursuing my undergraduate studies at Osaka University on a full MEXT scholarship, I have developed strong abilities in team management, large-scale event coordination, and cross-cultural communication through extensive involvement in academic, organizational, and international programs.

Experience

  • Head of Talent, Community & Tourism Development Bureau at Persatuan Pelajar Indonesia di Jepang (PPI Jepang)
    Nov 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    Appointed to lead the Bureau of Talent, Community & Tourism Development under PPI Jepang Berbudaya 2025–2026. Responsible for planning, supervising, and activating national-level programs for talent development, student communities, and cultural tourism initiatives. Collaborate with regional PPI chapters across Japan to create integrated, inclusive, and student-centered programs.

  • Teacher’s Assistant: Sociology Course at The University of Osaka at The University of Osaka
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Assist course instructors in preparing lectures, managing course materials, and supporting classroom activities for undergraduate Sociology students. Facilitate group discussions and guide students in understanding sociological theories.

  • Event Usher & Head Usher (Concerts & Exhibitions) at Dyandra Global Edutainment
    2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

    Major Events: • SMTOWN LIVE Jakarta – Leader Usher (2023) • IFRA Expo 2023 – Volunteer Usher • NCT 127: The Link – Leader Usher (2024) • NCT 127: The Momentum – Leader Usher (2025) Led usher teams' personnel during high-attendance concerts and exhibitions. Managed crowd flow, guest assistance, ticketing, and VIP movement for events with 15,000–20,000+ attendees. Coordinated with security, venue supervisors, and stage management to ensure smooth operations. Trained new ushers in communication protocol, service etiquette, and safety procedures.

  • Internal Relations Member at Persatuan Pelajar Indonesia Osaka-Nara (PPI-ON)
    Nov 2024 - Nov 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Strengthened engagement among Indonesian students across Osaka and Nara through community programs. Managed communication with student groups and external partners. Speaker for university webinars in collaboration with PPI Osaka Nara and PPI Kyoto. Led the “PPI Goes to School” education outreach initiative.

  • Usher at World Expo 2025 – Indonesia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
    May 2025 - Jun 2025 · 2 mos

    Assisted international visitors by providing guidance, cultural information, and responsive visitor support. Facilitated pavilion operations in collaboration with Bank Indonesia Tokyo. Helped maintain positive cultural representation of Indonesia on a global stage.