Faturrahman Eka

Islamic and Arabic Educator with over four years of experience as an Al-Azhar University Alumnus (B.A. in Ushuluddin, Graduated with Honors). Expert in translating classical Islamic texts into engaging, contemporary lessons for diverse student groups. Proven track record in fostering character development, providing pastoral care, and managing large-scale educational programs within international environments.

Adept at bridging traditional scholarship with modern pedagogical methods to enhance student engagement and spiritual growth.

Teacher & Academic Mentor at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor (2021-12 – 2026-02)

• Instructed advanced Islamic linguistics and theological subjects including Tafsir, Musthalah al-Hadith, Dinul Islam, Mantiq, Ushul Fiqh, Nahwu, and Balaghah.
• Served as the Coordinator for Fathul Kutub, leading a program dedicated to the reading and comprehension of classical Islamic texts.
• Provided dedicated pastoral support and academic guidance as a homeroom teacher to foster student potential and character building.
• Performed academic quality control by auditing assessment systems and providing structured feedback to maintain instructional excellence.
• Designed and applied Individual Educational Plans and differentiated lesson plans to accommodate diverse student needs and learning abilities.

Head of Foreign Affairs Office at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor (2023-06 – 2026-01)

• Acted as the main point of contact for 80+ international students and government authorities, resolving inquiries regarding visas and stay permits. (ITAS).
• Liaised monthly with 3 government agencies (Immigration, Ministry of Religious Affairs, Ministry of Law and Human Rights) and 2 international partners annually to ensure 100% regulatory compliance.
• Implemented and maintained standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling sensitive documents and personal data.
• Managed immigration workflows, visa tracking, and regulatory compliance for over 80 international students annually.
• Handled visa applications and residence permit (ITAS) processes, ensuring 100% adherence to national regulations.

Secretary & Data Administrator-Egypt Study Program at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor (2021-12 – 2025-12)

• Liaised with official bodies, including the Embassy of Egypt and alumni networks, to facilitate institutional recognition (Mu'adalah)
• Verified and processed academic and immigration documentation for over 280 alumni pursuing higher education in Egypt annually.
• Conducted administrative screening, candidate selection, and language program registrations.
• Streamlined international documentation for 280+ applicants by engineering an automated script to classify 2,500+ files, transforming a 3-minute-per-person manual task into a near-instantaneous process.

Head of Language Advisory Council at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor (2021-12 – 2023-05)

• Supervised 15 staff members and 50 mentors, overseeing the successful execution of language policies for a community of 3,000+ students.
• Standardized language immersion programs across 20+ dormitory units, ensuring consistent communication quality for 3,000+ students.
• Planned and audited annual curriculum goals, resulting in measurable improvements in instructional excellence and daily language discipline.

S2 in Aqeedah and Islamic Philosophy – Darussalam University (2023-05 – 2025-06)

S1 in Ushuluddin – Al-Azhar University (2017-09 – 2021-07)