Senior Manager Conference Strategy & Content (m/f/d) - DSEI Germany

Your mission

Programme & Content Development

• Overall responsibility for the conceptual design and implementation of the convention segment of DSEI Germany in close coordination with executive management
• Development of an innovative setup that goes beyond a traditional conference and sets benchmarks in terms of format and content
• Development, structuring, and continuous optimisation of programme content, including adjustments throughout the planning and implementation process
• Identification of relevant topics, formats, and speaker profiles based on geopolitical, security, and defence policy developments

Speaker & Stakeholder Management

• Establishment, maintenance, and management of relationships with ministries, international organisations, national authorities, industry companies, and research institutions
• Acquisition, support, and coordination of high‑level speakers and panel participants
• Close coordination with all stakeholders both in the lead‑up to the event and during its execution

Dynamic Demonstrations & Live Content

• Overall responsibility for the conceptualisation, planning, and execution of dynamic demonstrations of military equipment in close coordination with executive management
• Active contribution to the content‑related and conceptual development
• Creation, maintenance, and implementation of a detailed project plan to ensure timely delivery
• Coordination of all participating organisations and partners, taking into account scheduling, security requirements, access regulations, and operational frameworks
• Close collaboration with Event Operations, Safety & Security teams, public authorities, and other internal and external stakeholders

Project Management & Internal Collaboration

• Management of defined sub‑projects in the areas of content, programme, and demonstrations
• Close collaboration with management, operations, safety & security, and other internal teams
• Ensuring the smooth on‑site execution of all programme‑related components

Your profile

• In‑depth knowledge of international relations, geopolitics, defence, and security
• At least five years of relevant professional experience, e.g. in a defence‑ or security‑related think tank, industry, research institution, or governmental organisation (e.g. German Armed Forces, Federal Ministry of Defence)
• Strong organisational skills, analytical thinking, and a structured, precise working style
• Confident professional presence and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• German and English: business fluent (C1/C2), confident in discussions, presentations, and written communication

Ideally, you also bring

• Experience with large‑scale conferences, trade fairs, or international event formats
• Experience working with political, defence industry, or governmental stakeholders
• Former employees of the Federal Ministry of Defence or the German Armed Forces are expressly welcome
• Flexibility regarding working hours during intensive project phases before and during the event

Why us?

We offer

• A key role in establishing one of Europe's most important new defence trade fairs – with a direct impact on the international visibility of the event.
• A high degree of creative freedom and decision‑making authority, as well as direct strategic influence on campaigns and positioning.
• Close collaboration with international teams from Clarion Events Group, DSEI UK, and Deutsche Messe AG
• A dynamic, professional, and international working environment
• Part‑time employment possible from 20 hours per week

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.

Due to the scope of our activities, this position requires a background check, which must be successfully completed and continuously maintained.

About us

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.