Torgeir Pande Braathen

Torgeir Pande Braathen is a seasoned professional in international relations and grant management, currently serving as a Senior Advisor at Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet since October 2022. Prior experience includes roles at Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces as a Senior Advisor and Advisor from August 2019 to October 2022, and multiple positions within the Norwegian Refugee Council, focusing on grants coordination and project management for responses in Syria and Afghanistan. Torgeir has a strong background in engaging with stakeholders, overseeing grant compliance, and enhancing project management systems. Academic credentials include a Master’s Degree in International Relations/Political Science from the Geneva Graduate Institute and a Bachelor of Social Sciences and Economics in International Politics from Aberystwyth University. Additional experiences encompass roles with UNICEF and Small Arms Survey, as well as leadership positions in student organizations and military service in the Norwegian Army.