Who’s Who?

Lieutenant General Max A.L.T. NielsenThe Commandant Welcome to the NATO Defense College, NATO’s leading strategic-level educational and research institution. We shape and educate tomorrow’s leaders – both military and civilian – from Allied and Partner nations, including partners across the globe. The NATO Defense College (NDC) prepares senior officers, diplomats…

As the guardian of academic excellence, the Dean is responsible for upholding the standards of education and scholarly engagement within our institution. The Dean ensures the quality of our academic programme, adapts the curriculum to meet the evolving needs of our Course Members and the demands of our dynamic world,…

The Director of Enablement (DoE) is the principal adviser to the Commandant on enablement issues.

Brigadier General Ferenc MolnárThe Head of the Academic Operations Division The Head of the Academic Operations Division (DAO) reports to the Dean and Commandant on the delivery of the Senior Course, the NATO Regional Cooperation Course, the Generals, Flag Officers and Ambassadors’ Course, the Modular Short Course, and the Modular Short Course for Partners.  The DAO…

The Division Head Academic Academic Plans, Policy & Engagement reports to (and, when necessary, deputizes for) the Dean. She directs and coordinates the activities of the Curriculum Planning Branch, the Academic Policy & Engagement Branch and the Academic Support Branch.

Dr Florence GaubThe Head of the Research Division The Research Division Head is responsible for the planning, organization and execution of the NDC’s research and outreach programme. She develops the annual research plan, budget, and policies for the Research Division, oversees ongoing projects, and supervises and coordinates the activities of…