Expert, External Communication & Media Relations

Location: Hørsholm, Denmark

Department: People, Communications & Marketing

Reports to: SVP, People, Communications & Marketing

 

At DHI, we believe water is the key to a sustainable future. Every day, our experts help solve the world’s toughest water challenges – from climate resilience to marine protection – by combining science, data, and innovation. Joining us means being part of a global organisation where your work has a real impact.

We are now looking for an Expert in External Communication & Media Relations to further strengthen DHI’s voice in selected markets worldwide. This is a strategic role for someone who knows how to set agendas, craft compelling narratives, and build awareness that drives influence and impact.

The role

You will shape DHI’s external voice and ensure we are recognised as trusted experts and thought leader on water resilience and the marine environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing external communication strategies and narratives aligned with DHI’s purpose and the UN SDGs.
  • Creating high-quality content from opinion pieces and thought leadership articles to speeches and LinkedIn posts, translating complex science into accessible stories.
  • Building and nurturing media relationships, pitching stories, and securing impactful coverage in Danish and international outlets.
  • Advising and preparing senior leaders and specialists for high-profile events, media appearances, and keynote opportunities.
  • Further enhancing DHI’s profile at major conferences, industry forums, and societal debates.

What we’re looking for

You are a seasoned communicator with 7-10 years of experience in media relations or strategic external communications, and a proven track record of expanding the recognition of organisations and experts.

  • Background from water, environment, climate, or sustainability sectors, or corporate/agency roles with strong environmental focus.
  • Fluent in Danish and English with excellent writing and presentation skills.
  • Strong media relations expertise and established journalist network.
  • Skilled at turning data and science into engaging stories.
  • Confident advisor to senior leaders and specialists.

What success looks like

  • Continued growth in high-quality media coverage in Denmark and globally, building on recent progress.
  • DHI experts continue to stand out as keynote speakers and panelists, supported by impactful communication.
  • Consistent recognition of DHI’s societal impact, further strengthened through strategic communication.

What we offer

At DHI, you’ll join passionate colleagues committed to making societies, businesses, and ecosystems more resilient to water challenges. In this purpose-driven role, your communication skills will directly shape the global water agenda.

We offer a collaborative, international environment where colleagues care deeply about their work. From our headquarters in Hørsholm, you will be part of a global network of experts working for a sustainable future.

How to apply

If you are motivated to use communication for real-world impact and want to strengthen DHI’s external voice, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via Career Page and upload your CV with a short motivation (no cover letter needed).

 

Deadline: 15 September 2025

For more information, contact Ann-Louise Elkjær, SVP People & Communications, at alel@dhigroup.com.

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Deadline:
Expected start date: 01/11/2025
Expected start date: 01-11-2025
Contact person:
Ann-Louise Elkjær alel@dhigroup.com
Position type: Full time
City: Hørsholm, Denmark
Country: Denmark
Job type: Sales, Marketing and Customer care, Specialist


DHI are the first people you should call when you have a tough challenge to solve in a water environment – be it a river, a reservoir, an ocean, a coastline, within a city or a factory.

Our knowledge of water environments is second-to-none. It represents 50 years of dedicated research and real-life experience from more than 140 countries. We strive to make this knowledge globally accessible to clients and partners by channelling it through our local teams and unique software.

Our world is water. So whether you need to save water, share it fairly, improve its quality, quantify its impact or manage its flow, we can help. Our knowledge, combined with our team's expertise and the power of our technology, holds the key to unlocking the right solution.

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