Senior Media and Communications Officer (Defence)

TL;DR

Senior Media and Communications Officer (Defence): Building and managing the company's reputation across Germany and internationally with an accent on media relations, strategic messaging, and content development. Focus on securing high-profile media coverage, managing crisis communications, and translating complex technical defence technology into compelling narratives.

Location: Berlin or Munich, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a defence technology company developing software-defined, mass-scalable unmanned systems to support NATO Allies and Partners.

What you will do

• Develop and implement media strategies to support company objectives.
• Manage relationships and pitch stories to German and international media outlets.
• Draft press releases, op-eds, briefings, and reactive statements in English and German.
• Monitor media coverage and provide analysis to internal stakeholders.
• Support major announcements, media events, and leadership engagements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to showcase technology, partnerships, and impact.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in communications, journalism, or media relations.
• Professional experience within the defence or security sectors.
• Native-level fluency in both German and English.
• Proven track record of securing coverage in the German and European media landscape.
• Experience in crisis communications and managing high-stakes media moments.
• Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, compelling messaging.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent employee status.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of autonomous defence technology.
• Role involves high-level engagement with senior executives and external stakeholders.