CLERK I

The Parliamentary Service invites Maltese citizens to forward applications for the post of Clerk I in the House of Representatives, Parliament of Malta.

Terms and Conditions: 

• The selected applicant will be appointed to Clerk I with the Parliamentary Service on a full-time basis 
• The position of Clerk I is subject to a definite contract period of three (3) years, which the contract will become indefinite upon confirmation in the post after a period of three (3) years
• The position is subject to a probationary period of six (6) months
• The position carries an annual financial package of €20,164 (in 2024), as well as a yearly performance bonus and additional benefits
• The result published by the Selection Board shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of publication.

Duties
The objectives of the post are to provide general clerical and administrative support as may be required by the Parliamentary Service.

The duties of the successful applicant may include: 

• Maintaining records and compiling basic reports such as statistical data or related content
• Maintaining updated filing records
• Recording of basic accounting and book-keeping entries
• Registering and distributing incoming and outgoing mail
• Providing reception duties
• Typing duties
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Head of the Section and/or the Clerk of the House.

Eligibility requirements

By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must be: 

• In possession of MQF 3 passes in 4 subjects (at least Grade 1-5) at ordinary level including Maltese, English, Maths, and IT. 
• Applicants must produce a Certificate of Conduct issued by the Malta Police no more than one (1) month from the date of this Call for Applications. 
• Due consideration will be given to applicants who, in addition to the requisites indicated in the first point, have relevant work experience, are able to work under pressure, are able to communicate well in Maltese and English languages, and have the ability to work within a team.
• Applicants must be eligible to take up their due appointment, in terms of the paragraphs above, not only by the closing time and date of this call for applications but also by the date of appointment. 
• Qualifications at a level higher than that specified above will be accepted for eligibility purposes, provided they meet any specified subject requirements. Moreover, candidates who have not yet formally obtained any of the above-mentioned qualifications will still be considered, provided that these qualifications are recorded in the Curriculum Vitae, and evidence is submitted to show the approval for the award of the qualifications in question by the closing time and date of the call for applications.

Documentation: 

• Qualifications and experience claimed must be supported by certificates and/or documents, copies of which should be attached to the application. Scanned copies sent electronically are acceptable. 
• Original certificates and/or documents are to be invariably produced for verification at the interview. Applicants should note the requirement, where applicable, to produce MQRIC recognition statements in respect of their qualifications, or other designated authorities.

Selection procedure:
Eligible applicants will be assessed by a Selection Board to determine their suitability for the post. The maximum mark for this selection process is one hundred (100) marks and the pass mark is fifty (50) marks. The selection process may include a practical assessment.

Applications: 

• A filled-in Application Form which can be downloaded from www.parlament.mt/en/vacancies, together with a copy of certificates, and a curriculum vitae showing qualifications and experience claimed, are to be submitted electronically by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' button by not later than noon (12.00 pm) of 16 February 2024.
• Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

General Provisions
Other general provisions concerning this call for applications, with particular reference to: 

• reasonable accommodation for registered persons with disability 
• access to application forms and related details 
• submission of recognition statements in respect of qualifications 
• publication of the result 
• the process for the submission of petitions concerning the result 
• medical examination; and 
• retention of documents.

may be viewed by accessing the website of the Parliament of Malta at the following address www.parlament.mt/en/vacancies or may be obtained from the HR Section of the Parliamentary Service. These general provisions are to be regarded as an integral part of this call for applications.

Jobsplus Permit No. 298/2023

House of Representatives, Parliament of Malta