ABOUT THE JOB

• Develop and lead defense vertical programs across Europe;
• Anticipate needs, constraints, and opportunities within the defense domain, guide the design and implementation of defense hackathons, acceleration and matchmaking programs, and similar initiatives;
• Build and maintain a strong network of defense stakeholders, including end users, innovation units, procurement offices, and defense SMEs across the EU and associated states;
• Lead stakeholder outreach, use-case development, and validation of participant solutions within real defense contexts;
• Ensure effective communication of program objectives and outputs, maintaining alignment with defense priorities;
• Monitor trends, policies, funding opportunities, and emerging technologies in defense and security to inform project strategy and direction;
• Spot and support new development opportunities in the defense vertical.

• Strong understanding of defense ecosystems, including procurement processes, R&D, innovation frameworks, dual-use technologies, and security constraints;
• Proven experience engaging senior defense stakeholders (eg, prime ministers, military institutions, ministries, and defense agencies);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate between technical/innovation and defense policy contexts;
• Strategic mindset with the ability to connect technological innovation to defense and policy priorities;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, diplomacy, adaptability, and problem-solving ability in complex, multi-stakeholder environments;
• Strong project and team management skills;
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional EU languages ​​may be considered as a plus;
• Willingness to travel across Europe and partner countries.

• Professional Growth – we believe in the rapid career development of our employees, offering performance and salary reviews once or twice a year to ensure you are progressing and rewarded;
• Flexible Working Hours – manage your workday with flexibility and the option to work from home, while also benefiting from our city-centre office as a convenient, collaborative workspace;
• Culture & Connection – from engaging team bonding activities such as Christmas parties and Summer events to spontaneous celebrations, monthly team breakfast or lunches, we believe in recognizing wins—big or small—and celebrating them together;
• International Offsite Trips – every year, we travel to an exciting destination to spend time together with the entire Civitta team, strengthening connections and creating unforgettable memories;
• Gifts Program – welcome boxes, birthday surprises and holiday cheer, we make sure your special moments are recognized;
• Continuous Learning – from expert-led standard trainings to personal development budgets, your growth is our priority.