Officer

Remuneration and benefits

The annual salary attached to this appointment for the year 2026  shall be €29,267 with increases of €1,613 in 2027 and €1,693 in 2028 and 2029 and annual increments of €447 inclusive of the cost of living. This position is also entitled to a performance bonus of up to 10% of the basic salary and an MFHEA allowance of  €1,500 annually. Statutory mid-year and end-of-year bonuses are paid over and above this amount.

Key  responsibilities 

Primary responsibilities:

• Authority Officers will support the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority on all administrative processes at the assigned Unit (though not exclusively), as well as other areas as may be designated by the CEO from time to time. Moreover, the officer may be assigned the  following areas of competence:  

  • Funding Framework  

  • Quality Assurance Framework  

  • Student Affairs  

  • International Affairs  

  • Statistical Framework and Org. Knowledge  

  • Management  

• Responsible for the development of assigned areas of responsibility as delegated by the Authority and the CEO from time to time.  

• Develops intellectual leadership in the designated area of responsibility assigned by the CEO and superiors.  

• Develops the relevant capabilities within the Authority to address the designated area.  

• Informs and advises superiors on designated areas.  

• Drafts reports on areas of competence and will review policies from the perspective of the designated area / s. 

• Supports the CEO and superiors to deliver the objectives specified in Clauses 65 and 66 of the Education Act Cap 327.  

• Collaborates with all stakeholders on issues in the related area of responsibility.  

• Sources, compiles and analyses the information required to support the above functions.  

• Any other function that may be assigned by the CEO  and Management.

Ancillary:

• Participates in and contributes to initiatives related to the  Authority.  

• Attends and participates in events both locally and abroad as may be directed by the Authority.  

• Undertakes any other assignments that may be related or conducive to the attainment of any of the above.  

• Supports Senior Management efficiently and effectively.  

• Ensures that all assigned tasks are retained with high confidence.  

• Assists in other functions as may be required. 

Internal relations:

• Maintains a professional relationship with all MFHEA employees.  

• Works in close consultation with and provides advice to the Senior Management and any other MFHEA employees. 

• Provides the necessary assistance and contributes to the Authority’s overall efficiency and effectiveness. 

External relations:

• Represents and works in the best interest of the organisation

• Tasks and duties of the job holder are not limited to the above listed and the employee may be assigned other duties. 

Key areas of competence

As per Sections 1 and 2 above. 

Eligibility requirements and personal qualities

The qualifications, experience, skills,  and other attributes required of the applicant. 

Minimum qualifications and experience required  

A full MQF Level 6 Degree from a recognised university. Candidates with experience in Quality Assurance will be given preference.  

Skills required:

• Very good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

• Very good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational/ administrative skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Very good time management skills and demonstrable ability to meet deadlines.

• Very Good computer skills.  

Required personality:

• Clean criminal record.

• Reliable nature and loyal disposition.

• A team player.

• Able to manage sensitive situations and information with confidentiality, tact and empathy, professionalism, and diplomacy.  

• Discernment and discretion are essential.

• Analytical mindset and attention to detail. 

Interested persons wishing to apply for this post are kindly requested to submit: 

• An expression of interest.

• Copy of the applicant’s Identity Card (Original to be presented at the interview).

• Curriculum Vitae (CV).

• Conduct Certificate (Not issued more than 30 days before the application date).

• Copies of Qualifications (Originals to be presented at the interview). 

• Any other pertinent documents (Originals to be presented at the interview).

Applications are to be submitted by not later than Friday 6th November 2026.  

Receipt of applications will be confirmed within three working days.

Permit number 634 / 2026