Deborah Nicole Danker
Cheras
Summary
Results-driven civil servant with 15 years in international operations across Beijing and Tokyo. Specialises in team performance enhancement and issue management to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated leadership in event coordination and international negotiation, fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
2
2
Languages
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
ASEAN Japan Centre
Tokyo
07.2024 - Current
- Led team for high-level roundtable investment meeting between Deputy Prime Minister of Cambodia and businesses in Tokyo, June 2026, and Cambodia Investment Forum in Osaka, June 2026.
- Led team for High- Level roundtable Investment Meeting between Laos Prime Minister and Businesses in Tokyo – January 2025.
- Led team for participation in ASEAN Business Investment Summit in Kuala Lumpur, October 2025
- Led team for the ASEAN-Japan Women Entrepreneurs Summit (AJWES) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, February 13 2025.
- ASEAN -Japan Centre hosted a speaker at the ASEAN Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025), May 24–25, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur.
- Assisted in organising FTA seminar in Kuala Lumpur, January 2026, facilitating discussions on trade agreements to strengthen regional economic ties.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.
- Cultivated positive work environment, motivating staff to achieve goals and improve collaboration across teams.
- Managing budget by tracking expenditure and ensuring financial compliance, tracking expenditure to keep expenses within budget.
Senior Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
12.2020 - 06.2024
- Lead Negotiator for Rules of Origin team in MNZFTA (2023)
- Sub-Committee ATIGA Rules of Origin (SCAROO)-Assistant Lead (Nov 2022 till June 2024)
- Processing cost analysis for ATIGA (Nov 2022 till June 2024)
- Conducted cost analysis for ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA), MAFTA, MNZFTA, MTFTA to inform decision-making. (Dec 2020-Oct 2022)
- Delivered presentation on Rules of Origin during MITI Pocket Talks online sessions to enhance stakeholder understanding.
Senior Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted research to prepare comprehensive reports on bilateral trade relations for European countries.
- Organised online business meetings with key stakeholders to discuss and strengthen trade relations.
- Assisted the Minister with courtesy calls on bilateral economic trade relations matters involving various heads of delegates to the country.
- Compiled and submitted updates on relevant matters, including related Cabinet Papers, to inform decision-making.
First Secretary for Economic Affairs
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
Beijing
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Oversaw embassy operations in Beijing, China, enhancing diplomatic relations and promoting Malaysia’s interests.
- Coordinated visits for Ministers and government officials, facilitating smooth engagement and communication between parties.
- Participated in the then Prime Minister of Malaysia’s visits in 2018 and 2019.
- Managed administrative affairs at MITI Beijing office, ensuring efficient operations and support for diplomatic initiatives.
- Provided head office with daily, monthly, quarterly, yearly and ad-hoc reports.
- Attended and assisted on all Malaysia Diaspora events by visiting Ministers.
- Emceed for ASEAN Ladies Circle hosted by Malaysia.
Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
10.2014 - 03.2018
- Assisted in Malaysia – EU FTA (MEUFTA) negotiations, contributing to strategic trade discussions.
- Managed logistics and professional services operations, enhancing service delivery effectiveness.
- Compiled detailed reports, highlighting project progress and outcomes for stakeholder review.
- Assisted during the Malaysian Services Development Council Meeting led by YB Minister.
Assistant Director
Economic Planning Unit, PM’s Department
12.2013 - 02.2014
- Coordinated with senior management to align departmental goals with organisational objectives, ensuring strategic integration throughout the organisation.
- Developed policies for various ministries, including Health, Women, Family and Community Development, and Sports.
Assistant Director
Public Complaint’s Bureau, PM’s Department
Kuala Lumpur
09.2011 - 11.2013
- Managed weekly and monthly reports for Chief Secretary General’s office, ensuring timely delivery of critical information.
- Resolved public complaints according to client charter guidelines, enhancing service satisfaction and accountability.
- Supported KL branch office and assisted Selangor branch office during a position vacancy.
Branch Manager/ Physiotherapy
Joincare Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 08.2011
- Provided physiotherapy sessions tailored to diverse patient needs for recovery support.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of a newly established rehabilitation centre.
- Handled clinic administration and financial tasks to keep services running smoothly.
Physiotherapist
University Malaya Medical Centre
08.2002 - 09.2010
Education
Diploma in Public Service -
National Administrative Institute (INTAN)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01-2014
Bachelor of Applied Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy
University of Teesside
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom01-2008
Diploma in Physiotherapy -
Physiotherapy College
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01-2002
Upper Secondary Education -
SMK Jalan Cochrane
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01-1998
Primary and Secondary Education -
SRK Convent Jalan Peel and SMK Convent Jalan Peel
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01-1996
Skills
- Project management proficiency
- Strategic planning
- Trade policy development
- Bilateral trade analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- International events
- Event management
- Team leadership abilities
- Team collaboration
- Time management expertise
- Creative problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-cultural communication
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Empathy and understanding
- Self-motivation and initiative
Address
11, Jalan Bunga Melur 11A, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, 56100, Malaysia
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Bahasa Malaysia
Proficient
C2
Personal Information
Age: 47
Timeline
Assistant Director
ASEAN Japan Centre
07.2024 - Current
Senior Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
12.2020 - 06.2024
Senior Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
03.2020 - 11.2020
First Secretary for Economic Affairs
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
04.2018 - 02.2020
Assistant Director
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
10.2014 - 03.2018
Assistant Director
Economic Planning Unit, PM’s Department
12.2013 - 02.2014
Assistant Director
Public Complaint’s Bureau, PM’s Department
09.2011 - 11.2013
Branch Manager/ Physiotherapy
Joincare Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 08.2011
Physiotherapist
University Malaya Medical Centre
08.2002 - 09.2010
Diploma in Public Service -
National Administrative Institute (INTAN)
Bachelor of Applied Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy
University of Teesside
Diploma in Physiotherapy -
Physiotherapy College
Upper Secondary Education -
SMK Jalan Cochrane
Primary and Secondary Education -
SRK Convent Jalan Peel and SMK Convent Jalan Peel