Job Description

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About us

The

appliedAI Institute for Europe

stands for

Trustworthy AI

, focusing on fairness, transparency and accountability to ensure AI-driven innovation while respecting ethical standards. As a central hub in the European AI ecosystem, we provide knowledge, resources and connections that empower stakeholders to responsibly develop and apply AI technologies. Over the past year, we have advanced policy insights, compliance tools, educational programmes and open-source solutions. We actively foster collaboration, host events, and support AI startups - strengthening the ecosystem and shaping the future of AI in Europe.

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Your mission

As

Senior Community Manager (m/f/x)

, you will be responsible for shaping and growing engaged communities around our work, with a particular focus on strengthening the Heilbronn AI ecosystem. You will be a connector, relationship builder, and advocate; you enjoy creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaboration and innovation. You will:

Map the ecosystem

Research and develop an overview of the AI innovation landscape, identifying key stakeholders, initiatives and partnerships.

Build and nurture relationships

Establish and maintain close ties with startups, corporates, policymakers and research institutions, with a focus on Heilbronn.

Design and lead community formats

Plan and deliver engaging events, workshops and publications tailored to community needs.

Collaborate across teams

Work with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to amplify community activities.

Develop long-term strategy

Co-create and implement approaches to sustainably grow communities in Heilbronn.

Measure impact

Track and analyse key community metrics to evaluate effectiveness and guide improvements.
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Your profile

Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, political science or a related field. Practical experience outweighs formal education.

Networking

Experience working in or with startups (ideally in AI or tech) and strong ties to the German AI and/or startup ecosystem.

Community

expertise

Proven track record in community building, stakeholder engagement and event management.

Communication

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; confident engaging with diverse stakeholders from startups to policymakers.

Tech-savvy

Comfortable using CRM tools (ideally HubSpot) and digital platforms to manage relationships.

Data-driven

Able to use analytics tools to measure community success and inform strategy.

Proactive

Self-starter with the ability to drive projects independently

Languages

Fluency in German and English (spoken and written).
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What we offer

A highly qualified and motivated team is on its way to shaping the European AI landscape. These are your advantages:



Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model: You can choose to work from our vibrant offices - either at the IPAI in Heilbronn or the House of Communication in Munich - while also enjoying the flexibility to work remotely a few days each week. You will take responsibility in scaling a leading organization that is on its way to becoming a lighthouse initiative for Europe and shaping the future of our economy. You will have access to the latest technologies and budget for training. Want to learn about robotics, autonomous drones or smart factories? All this takes place at appliedAI. The hottest topics of the next decade and the freedom and confidence to initiate your own activities. A highly visible initiative that helps you build a large and high-level network of start-ups, partners and technology companies. Various other benefits, such as mobility budget, JobRad and Egym Wellpass sports membership.
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Contact

Lucas Fernandes - Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

appliedAI Initiative GmbH, August-Everding-Str. 25, 81671 München

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About us

Find out more on https://www.appliedai.de/ and https://www.appliedai-institute.de/