Tijs D'Hoest

Experience

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  Tourisme Flandre et Bruxelles (Paris)

  Apr 2009 - Jun 2009

  Intern

  During my internship, it was my task to make an overview of the working of the Flemish House in Paris. I also co-worked on a public procurement for the promotion of Flanders in France, by which I had to coordinate activities among the several partners involved in both France and Belgium.

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  Mediaplanet

  Oct 2011 - Dec 2011

  Project Manager

  Responsible for development and management of specific focused media reports for 'De Standaard' and 'Trends Magazine'. Next to the organization of well-considered advertising sales to key players, the project manager is the only responsible for the development of the editorial content and the completion of the entire project.

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  Vlaamse overheid

  Dec 2011 - Oct 2016

  Policy Officer Multilateral Affairs / Beleidsmedewerker Multilateraal Beleid

  Given the Flemish autonomy in the fields of Education, Sciences, Culture, Human Rights and Communication, it is logical that UNESCO, the OECD and the Council of Europe are some of the priority international organizations for our region.As a policy officer multilateral affairs, I am doing the follow-up of relevant activities and files within these and certain other multilateral organizations. And this in dialogue with the associated Flemish departments.Next, I am also responsible for the national and international communication on the Flanders Trainee Programme. (www.vlaanderen.be/ftp) Show less

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  Flemish Commission for UNESCO

  Jan 2012 - Oct 2016

  Secretary-General

  It is my job as Secretary-General to create a link between the academic/professional network within Flanders and UNESCO.What is the Flemish Commission for UNESCO?The National Belgian UNESCO Commission was founded on 12 February 1949. It fell under the competence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs and received a mandate to coordinate governmental and non-governmental activities with UNESCO. Today, this national commission does not exist any longer in the current Belgian federal state structure. As a result of the successive state reforms, most of UNESCO’s fields of action have become the competence of the Communities and the Regions. In Belgium, there are presently two independent UNESCO Commissions: the ‘Vlaamse Unesco Commissie’ (VUC), established in 2003, and the ‘Commission belge francophone et germanophone pour l'UNESCO’, established in 2006. The executive boards of both Commissions maintain excellent relations and there is a willingness to develop a strong synergy. The tasks of the Flemish UNESCO Commission include its role as a liaison between UNESCO and the Flemish Community in Belgium; providing of information to the public; giving advice to the government and to the policy-makers; inspiring and developing actions linking up with UNESCO’s objectives and goals. The Commission fulfills this mission regarding UNESCO as an organization within the United Nations as well as the Flemish government and the Flemish society in general. The Commission also closely cooperates with the Belgian Permanent Representative to UNESCO and with the Representation of the Flemish Government in France. For the execution of its tasks, the Commission can count on the know-how and enthusiasm of its members. Among these, one finds independent experts in the different fields of action of UNESCO, on the one hand, and officials from the Flemish administration departments dealing with UNESCO related issues, on the other. Show less

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  La Folie Boulart

  Sept 2016 - Jun 2017

  Events Manager

  The castle, built in 1881 by Joseph-Louis Duc for Charles and Marthe Boulart becomes 'La Folie Boulart': an exceptional location for residential or event purposes.This Napoleon III Palladian with its marble, stained glass, wooden floors and ceiling paintings will be the ideal location for weddings, company meetings, presentations... The castle has sufficient space for 200 people to eat (sitting), ten luxury suites, and several other options (swimming pool, spa with sauna and Hammam, fitness).www.lafolieboulart.fr Show less

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  La Source

  Jan 2018 - Oct 2019

  Entrepreneur

  After being active in sales (Project Manager, Brussels), in UNESCO (Secretary General, Brussels), and in event management (Biarritz, France), it's time to start a proper business with Manon. Under the umbrella of 'La Source' we will start our own 'quality venue' in Brugge (Bruges, Belgium). To be launched end 2018 :)

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  33

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

  Manager

  ‘33’ is not a regular ‘bar’, but a venue to relax, unwind, meet and connect with people. It is a place, held by Manon and Tijs, where visitors can fully enjoy their moments. The different parts of the bar respond to a mix of desires. Relaxing armchairs in our cultural corner, long tables in the back for a more convivial atmosphere and the bar for a more vibrant experience.Manon and Tijs serve an interesting mix of refreshments, including great Belgian beers, quality wines and a selection of cocktails.At ‘33’ the food is simple, delicious and in collaboration with locals. The products are fresh and you know that whatever you try on the menu will be tasty. The offer is varied enough to satisfy everyone - some nice charcuterie plates, cheese platters, vegetarian dips and some homemade desserts from Manon.Get ready for a wild year filled with special events, theme nights and other challenges.Tempted? We warmly welcome you in ‘33’, Genthof 33, 8000 Brugge.www.33brugge.com https://www.facebook.com/33Brugge/ Show less

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  Domaine de la Done

  Nov 2020 - now

  Responsible for hosting maximum 40 people on site. Lodges, tents and guest rooms in the middle of nature ♥️

  • General Manager

    Oct 2024 - now

  • Manager

    Nov 2020 - now