Senior Manager Defence Conference Programme & Content (m/f/d) – DSEI Germany

Your mission Ideal for former/ retired or reserve (staff) officers , security policy experts and defence professionals with experience working with senior stakeholders and managing complex projects or programmes.  Shape Germany's Leading Defence & Security Platform  DSEI Germany brings together decision-makers from the armed forces, government, public authorities, industry and academia. 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.  In this role, you will work closely with senior leadership and a broad range of national and international stakeholders, playing a key role in positioning DSEI Germany as a leading platform for exchange, innovation and collaboration within the defence and security community.  Conference Programme & Content  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 Speaker & Stakeholder Management  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 Dynamic Demonstrations & Live Formats  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 Project Management  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 Your profile 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 We Are Particularly Interested in Candidates with Experience in  The armed forces, particularly former military officers  Ministries of Defence or related government organisations  NATO, EU or other security…