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About the Role

Shape Germany's Leading Defence & Security Platform. As Senior Manager Defence Content & Conference Programme, you will be responsible for the strategic development and delivery of the conference programme, creating formats that foster dialogue on the key defence and security challenges of our time. You will work closely with senior leadership and a broad range of national and international stakeholders, positioning DSEI Germany as a leading platform for exchange, innovation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, planning and delivery of the conference programme.
Identify relevant topics, trends and speaker profiles based on geopolitical, security and defence developments.
Develop innovative formats that go beyond traditional conference concepts.
Continuously refine and optimise programme content and structure.
Build and maintain a strong network across the armed forces, government ministries, public authorities, industry, research institutions and international organisations.
Identify, secure and manage high-level national and international speakers.
Coordinate and engage key stakeholders before, during and after the event.
Support the development and coordination of dynamic demonstrations and other live content formats.
Liaise with exhibitors, government authorities, security representatives and internal teams.
Ensure the successful delivery of all programme-related activities on-site.
Manage defined workstreams across content, conference programme and demonstrations.
Collaborate closely with senior leadership, operations, marketing and other internal teams.
Ensure the timely delivery of key milestones and project objectives.

Requirements

Several years of professional experience within the defence, security, geopolitical or related environment.
Strong understanding of defence and security policy issues and the relevant national and international stakeholder landscape.
Experience engaging with senior stakeholders from government, armed forces, public authorities, industry or international organisations.
Excellent communication, coordination and organisational skills.
Structured, proactive and solution-oriented working style.
Professional fluency in both German and English.
Must successfully complete and continuously maintain a background check.

Skills

Defence
Security
Geopolitics
Policy
Stakeholder Management
Project Management
Content Development
Conference Planning
Communication
Coordination
Organisation
German
English

Location

Germany

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Benefits

Opportunity to shape a leading defence and security platform.
Direct interaction with senior decision-makers.
High level of ownership and responsibility.
International environment with meaningful topics and influential stakeholders.
Key role in the development of a leading event for the defence and security community.

About the Company

DSEI is firmly established as the leading international defence exhibition in the UK and Japan. With the launch of DSEI Germany, a European edition will be added to the portfolio. The first event will take place from 9 to 12 March 2027 at Hannover Messe, one of the largest and most modern venues in the world.
DSEI Germany is aimed towards a high-level international audience, including over 1,600 exhibitors, government delegations, national pavilions and companies from traditional and non-traditional defence and security technology.

Equal Opportunity

We stand for equal opportunities, diversity and respectful cooperation. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of ethnic origin, skin colour, religion/belief, gender, national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.