Pascal Bernard
About Pascal Bernard
Pascal Bernard is a Maître de Conférences at Aix-Marseille Université, specializing in innovative change management communication methods. He has held various roles in international organizations, including the UNHCR and Médecins Sans Frontières, and has a strong academic background in communication and political sciences.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Pascal Bernard has served as Maître de Conférences at Aix-Marseille Université since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for the Professional Bachelor's Degree in 'Digital Project Manager,' which is conducted in a work-study format. His work focuses on developing innovative methods in change management through effective communication strategies.
Previous Experience at UNHCR
Pascal Bernard worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) from 2001 to 2004 as Responsable des partenariats et des grands donateurs. His role involved managing partnerships and large donations in the Région de Paris, France. He also served as a volunteer Assistant chef de mission in Mauritania in 1996.
Background in Communication and Marketing
Bernard has extensive experience in communication and marketing, having held positions at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) as Chargé des Partenariats from 1999 to 2001 and at RFI - Radio France Internationale as Assistant communication in 1997. His background includes developing communication strategies for international organizations.
Education and Expertise
Pascal Bernard studied at multiple institutions, achieving a Doctorat in Sciences de l'Information et de la Communication from Aix-Marseille Université from 2011 to 2015. He also obtained a Master 2 (M2) from École de Journalisme et de Communication d'Aix-Marseille in 2011 and a DESS in Développement et Coopération from Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne in 1997.
Athletic Background
Bernard has a background in athletics, competing at the national level in the 100 meters and 200 meters. He achieved the third best French performance of the year in the 4x200 meters relay with Avia Club d'Issy les Moulineaux. Additionally, he served as a guide for a visually impaired athlete in these events for two years.