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Isabelle Varley

Brussels

Summary

Master’s student in Sustainable Development with a strong interest in climate adaptation, urban planning, and sustainable design. Skilled in research, GIS mapping, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Looking to apply academic knowledge and cross-cultural experience in a dynamic planning and design environment. Passionate about creating sustainable and inclusive urban spaces.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

Frank’s Café
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintain service standards and team cohesion in a busy setting.
  • Remain calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Shift Leader

De Valeras Bar
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Supervised staff and daily logistics in a multilingual environment.
  • Developed communication and coordination skills crucial for stakeholder-facing roles.
  • Enhanced French proficiency through regular interaction with customers.

Senior Barista

Phoenix Café
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Trained new hires and managed inventory for high-volume operations.
  • Demonstrated responsibility, time management, and adaptability.

Education

Master of Science - Sustainable Development

KU Leuven
Leuven, Belgium
06-2026

BSc - Geoscience

Trinity College Dublin
01.2022

Skills

  • Urban sustainability concepts (eg circular economy, green infrastructure, nature-based solutions)
  • Microsoft Office & Excel
  • Geographic information systems GIS
  • Environmental monitoring and data collection
  • Environmental research
  • Multilingual interaction
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Adaptability

Additional Highlights

  • International academic and work experience in Ireland and Belgium
  • Committed to co-creative and sustainable urban transformation
  • Enthusiastic about integrating ecology, design, and planning

Timeline

Waitress

Frank’s Café
09.2024 - Current

Shift Leader

De Valeras Bar
01.2023 - 08.2024

Senior Barista

Phoenix Café
08.2020 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Sustainable Development

KU Leuven

BSc - Geoscience

Trinity College Dublin
Isabelle Varley