Paul Rushton

Paul Rushton serves as an Officer in the Innovation, Hybrid and Cyber Division at NATO since September 2019, following a significant tenure as a Senior Policy Officer in Arms Control and CBRN Defence at Global Affairs Canada from June 2011 to August 2019. Previous roles include First Secretary at the Canadian Joint Delegation to NATO, Senior Program Analyst for Africa, and Foreign Service Officer, providing strategic guidance and policy analysis for Canadian initiatives, particularly in South Asia. With expertise in project management and communications, Paul has led initiatives in food security and climate resilience across various organizations, including Bioeconomy Africa and the International Organization for Migration in Sudan. Education includes an MSc in Sustainable Development from SOAS University of London, an MA in Peace Studies from the University for Peace, and a BA in Political Science and Economics from Simon Fraser University.