Tara Vernhes

Currently working as a Sales Associate, responsible for customer service and sales operations. Engaged in direct customer interaction and managed transactions.

Assisted with brand and product development strategies, ensuring project milestones were met. Managed social media, organised meetings, and handled inbox and calendar management.

Managed logistics for a wide range of events, from large public conferences to online expert roundtables. Coordinated project activities with staff and external stakeholders, and assisted in report design and publication processes.

Coordinated project deliverables for EU & Climate KIC funded projects, focusing on sustainable energy and transport. Managed budgets, procurement activities, and helped monitor project KPIs.

Collected and analyzed Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data. Delivered ESG reports on countries covered by the EIRIS sovereign debt product.

Responsible for delivering a report for the EuroBioref project, examining economic and policy barriers to biorefinery deployment in Europe. Conducted literature reviews and stakeholder interviews to assess future opportunities.

Organized the 3rd LCEDN International Workshop, managing the workplan, agenda, and speaker invitations. Coordinated communications, venue logistics, and supervised a team of volunteers.

Delivered a report for the EuroBioref project on the socio-economic assessment of large-scale castor production in Madagascar. Conducted literature reviews and stakeholder interviews to provide sustainability recommendations.

Participated in the promotion and organization of fundraising challenge events, acting as the first point of contact for external inquiries. Advised supporters on fundraising targets and maintained the donors' database.

Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong teamwork skills. Managed orders and ensured customer satisfaction.

Assisted with the logistics of fundraising events and created a database of potential donor organizations. Researched funding requirements with trusts and foundations.

Provided excellent customer service in a busy environment, demonstrating strong teamwork skills. Managed orders and ensured customer satisfaction.

Participated in the organization of major events, including film festivals and art screenings. Provided assistance with logistics, marketing, and artist/press liaison.

Identified and researched public and private donors, helping to draft funding proposals and update reports. Instigated a partnership with Caritas Huanuco and acted as an NGO representative at conferences.

Assisted with the organization of workshops on regional production opportunities and children's health/nutrition. Helped draft update reports to funding entities and organized local fairs to promote farmers' produce.

Grade: 2:1

Participated in the Erasmus programme, completing the first year of a Master's Degree in Languages and International Business. Gained international academic experience.

Completed the French Baccalauréat with a focus on Philosophy, Literature, English, Spanish, History, Geography, Physics, Biology, Maths, and Arts. Developed a broad academic foundation.

Grade: 2:1

Earned a BA Degree in English and Spanish with Business. Developed strong linguistic and business fundamentals.

Grade: 2:1

Obtained a Master of Science in International Development from IHEAL (Centre for Latin American Studies). Focused on International Development, Development Economics, Environmental Policy, and Project Management.

Grade: 2:1

Completed a Master of Science in Environmental Technology with a specialization in Energy Policy. Studied topics including Ecology, Environmental Economics, Environmental Law, and Research Methods.