I am Noranne Savels, a policy-oriented professional passionate about international relations, diplomacy and cross-cultural collaboration. I hold a Master’s in International and European Law from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and a Master’s in Political Science (International Politics) from Ghent University, with a focus on consular protection, Southeast Asia, and multilateral negotiations. I strive to contribute to multilateral teams and advance shared goals through rigorous policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and clear, persuasive communication. My professional journey spans public affairs and public relations, research, event planning and hands-on fieldwork in marine conservation. I have supported EU policy monitoring and media outreach at Burson, interned with the Flanders–China Chamber of Commerce, managed front desk operations at Hotel Carlton, and volunteered as a divemaster with environmental campaigns. I am fluent in Dutch and English, with intermediate French, and I am actively advancing language skills through private tutoring.

Noranne Savels

I am Noranne Savels, a policy-oriented professional passionate about international relations, diplomacy and cross-cultural collaboration. I hold a Master’s in International and European Law from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and a Master’s in Political Science (International Politics) from Ghent University, with a focus on consular protection, Southeast Asia, and multilateral negotiations. I strive to contribute to multilateral teams and advance shared goals through rigorous policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and clear, persuasive communication. My professional journey spans public affairs and public relations, research, event planning and hands-on fieldwork in marine conservation. I have supported EU policy monitoring and media outreach at Burson, interned with the Flanders–China Chamber of Commerce, managed front desk operations at Hotel Carlton, and volunteered as a divemaster with environmental campaigns. I am fluent in Dutch and English, with intermediate French, and I am actively advancing language skills through private tutoring.

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I am Noranne Savels, a policy-oriented professional passionate about international relations, diplomacy and cross-cultural collaboration. I hold a Master’s in International and European Law from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and a Master’s in Political Science (International Politics) from Ghent University, with a focus on consular protection, Southeast Asia, and multilateral negotiations. I strive to contribute to multilateral teams and advance shared goals through rigorous policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and clear, persuasive communication.

My professional journey spans public affairs and public relations, research, event planning and hands-on fieldwork in marine conservation. I have supported EU policy monitoring and media outreach at Burson, interned with the Flanders–China Chamber of Commerce, managed front desk operations at Hotel Carlton, and volunteered as a divemaster with environmental campaigns. I am fluent in Dutch and English, with intermediate French, and I am actively advancing language skills through private tutoring.

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Public Affairs and Public Relations Junior Consultant at Burson Brussels
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Contributed to Belgian and Healthcare teams in a hybrid Public Affairs / Public Relations role. For Healthcare, supported EU policy monitoring, lobbying initiatives, market research and briefing note preparation. For the Belgian team, combined PA and PR tasks including stakeholder mapping, national policy monitoring, media outreach, client media training and organizing events.
Intern at Flanders – China Chamber of Commerce
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Assisted in desk research, policy analysis, and drafting policy papers on EU-China relations. Supported event organization, prepared briefings and contributed to communications materials including presentations and policy reports.
Receptionist at Hotel Carlton
June 1, 2021 - April 1, 2025
Independently managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-ins and check-outs. Handled guest inquiries and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Divemaster Trainee and Volunteer (PADI - AWARE) at Anti – Gravity Dive Shop
April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Certified Divemaster with Emergency First Response (EFR) training. Guided dives, ensured diver safety, and supported training for all skill levels. Led beach and dive clean-ups, organized volunteer initiatives and contributed to marine conservation and environmental awareness campaigns.

Education

Master’s in International and European Law at Vrije Universiteit Brussel
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Master’s in Political Science, International Politics at Ghent University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor’s in International Business Management, International Entrepreneurship at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Emergency First Response (EFR)
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
PADI Divemaster Trainee
April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
PADI Divemaster Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Emergency First Response (EFR) Training
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education