Damien Verhaeghe
About Damien Verhaeghe
Damien Verhaeghe serves as the Directeur de Cabinet du Président at Aix-Marseille Université since 2020, bringing extensive experience in public institution management and human resources. He has held various administrative roles in higher education, including Vice-président RH et Patrimoine and Directeur Général des Services at multiple universities.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Damien Verhaeghe has served as the Directeur de Cabinet du Président at Aix-Marseille Université since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for supporting the President in various administrative and strategic functions. Prior to this position, he held the role of Vice-président RH et Patrimoine, where he focused on human resources and heritage management. His contributions have been significant in enhancing the operational efficiency of the university.
Education and Expertise
Damien Verhaeghe has a solid educational background in public administration and law. He studied at Université de Lille, where he achieved a Licence in Administration Publique from 1987 to 1988. He also attended the Institut Régional d'Administration de Lille, specializing in Droit public - Finances publiques from 1989 to 1990. Additionally, he studied at the Ecole Supérieure des Personnels d'Encadrement du Ministère de l'Education Nationale from 1995 to 1996. His expertise lies in the management of public institutions, particularly in public finance and public law.
Background
Before his current role, Damien Verhaeghe worked as Directeur Général des Services at Aix-Marseille Université from 2012 to 2014. He later served in the same capacity at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 from 2018 to 2020. His extensive experience in administrative roles within higher education institutions has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the operational and strategic needs of universities.
Achievements in Research Management
Damien Verhaeghe has demonstrated expertise in research management and administration at Aix-Marseille Université. His efforts have contributed to the academic and operational excellence of the institution. Through his leadership roles, he has played a key part in enhancing the university's research capabilities and administrative frameworks.