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Marte Gerhardsen

b. 1972

Civil servant from Norway

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About Marte Gerhardsen

Born 1972. Marte Gerhardsen is a Norwegian diplomat, political scientist and politician.

Marte Gerhardsen (born 21 July 1972) is a Norwegian civil servant, politician and organizational leader.

Personal life Marte Gerhardsen is a daughter of Rune Gerhardsen and Tove Strand, and sister of Mina Gerhardsen. She is thus a granddaughter of Einar Gerhardsen and Werna Gerhardsen.

Career From 2008 she was secretary general of the Norwegian chapter of the relief agency CARE. From April 2014 she headed the think-tank Agenda. She served as the director of the Oslo Education Agency from 2019 until she announced her retirement in February 2025. She had succeeded Astrid Søgnen, who had been forced to resign after internal disagreements.

In March 2025 she was appointed state secretary in the Støre Cabinet for Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik.

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Important facts

Born
21 July 1972, Oslo
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Diplomat, political scientist, politician
Nationality
Norway, Civil service
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Oslo
Positions held
State Secretary

Family & relationships

Parent
Einar Gerhardsen
Parent
Rune Gerhardsen
Parent
Tove Strand

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Marte Gerhardsen?

civil servant from Norway

When was Marte Gerhardsen born?

Marte Gerhardsen was born on 21 July 1972 in Oslo.

What is Marte Gerhardsen's occupation?

Marte Gerhardsen is a diplomat, political scientist and politician.

What nationality is Marte Gerhardsen?

Marte Gerhardsen is Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marte Gerhardsen

· Wikidata: Q4969491

· DBpedia: Marte Gerhardsen

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