Defense Tech Partnership Manager

Огляд

The Serpens Center for International Security is an independent Ukrainian think tank focused on defense and security. SCIS conducts research, implements programs, and develops partnerships across Ukraine to strengthen the defense capabilities of Ukraine and its allies, support new security alliances, and integrate Ukraine’s defense experience into sustainable Western security.

SCIS welcomes applications from veterans, active-duty military personnel, and people with combat experience.

Обов'язки

• development and maintenance of relationships with Ukrainian and international defense-tech manufacturers, prime contractors, industrial partners, industry associations, and manufacturing bodies
• management of relationships with companies seeking partnerships, sponsorships, or commercial cooperation with SCIS
• development and maintenance of relationships with venture capital, private equity, and strategic or corporate investors active in defense tech
• identification and cultivation of investor interest in Ukrainian defense-tech companies and the broader ecosystem
• facilitation of introductions among investors, portfolio companies, and relevant military or government stakeholders
• curation of industry and investor participation in SCIS flagship events
• identification and management of event sponsorship opportunities involving companies and investors
• monitoring of procurement priorities, investment trends, and market requirements relevant to Ukrainian defense-tech companies and their partners

Вимоги

• experience in business development, industry relations, or investor relations within the defense technology, aerospace, or dual-use technology sectors
• established professional network among defense-tech manufacturers, industrial partners, or investors in Ukraine, internationally, or both
• working knowledge of the Ukrainian defense-tech ecosystem, including Brave1, Diia.City, and major manufacturers, or the international defense industry and investment landscape
• ability to independently source, qualify, and close commercial and investment partnerships
• ability to support complex multistakeholder processes and build trust across industry, investor, military, and government communities
• fluency in English and Ukrainian
• established relationships with venture capital or private equity firms active in defense tech will be an advantage
• established relationships with national or international defense industry associations will be an advantage
• experience in organizing or participating in trade delegations, exhibitions, or investor conferences will be an advantage
• familiarity with CRM tools, preferably Airtable will be an advantage
• previous experience in the military, defense industry, or procurement will be an advantage

Умови

• full-time employment based in Kyiv
• flexible working schedule
• international travel for industry and investor engagements
• competitive salary based on interview results
• direct engagement with Ukrainian military leadership, international defense industry representatives, and investor networks
• opportunity to support Ukrainian defense-tech companies in accessing international capital and markets
• no basis for military service exemption for Ukrainian applicants