Administration Officer 5 (Graphic Design)

Job Description
Job vacancy: Administration Officer 5 (Graphic Design)
Jobsplus permit: 891/2021
Jobsplus vacancy: (377913)

National Statistics Office in Malta is looking to recruit an Administration Officer 5 (Graphic Design) to join their team on a full-time basis. 

Job details:
The National Statistics Office (NSO) invites applications for the post of Administration Officer 5 with a specialization in Graphic Design. The prospective employee will be assigned to the Communication and Dissemination Unit or to any other unit to meet the exigencies of the Office. 

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Proficient communication and interpersonal skills to establish a harmonious relationship with staff, stakeholders, and the general public;
• Ability to use graphic design software, preferably Adobe Creative Suites, with particular reference to Photoshop, Illustrator, and In Design;
• Ability to conceptualize and develop artwork for NSO’s various communication platforms;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications (preferably with a European Computer Driving License - ECDL qualification); and
• Ability to work under pressure and respect deadlines.

Responsibilities:
The duties of an Administration Officer 5 with specialization in Graphic Design include:

• Creating graphic and visualizations designs in line with policy direction for all NSO Media platforms;
• Designing proposals from typesetting through to design, print, and production;
• Producing infographics to visually illustrate statistics in a user-friendly way, using the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic;
• Drawing-up a standardization document for infographics; and
• Assisting colleagues in any other tasks as requested by the Head of Unit.

Working Conditions:
The position carries a starting remuneration of €26,969 for the year 2022, which remuneration increase annually subject to provisions of the Collective Agreement 2017-2022. This remuneration excludes qualification allowances and any overtime pay, which is reimbursed separately on an ad hoc basis, as the need arises.

The NSO also thrives to offer:

• A friendly working environment;
• Family-friendly measures and a work-life balance;
• Health insurance cover;
• Flexible working arrangements and;
• Training and opportunities for pursuing further studies including scholarships.

Requirements:
Applicants for this post must:
a) Be in possession of a recognized Certificate at MQF Level 5 in a relevant subject area together with seven (7) years, or equivalent, of relevant experience;
OR
Be in possession of a recognized Certificate at MQF Level 6 or higher in a relevant subject area (candidates who have been approved for the award of an MQF Level 6 qualification or higher, who have not yet formally been conferred the qualification in question, will still be considered provided that candidates submit evidence of approval for the award);
b) Demonstrate a good command of the English language, together with Maltese or another official European language;
c) Be in possession of a clean Police Conduct (issued within the last 6 months).

To apply:
Interested applicants can submit their application by sending their:
a) Updated Curriculum Vitae, cover letter, and Official academic qualifications, including the transcript of results;
b) Copy of their portfolio showcasing their infographic/motion graphic work; and
c) A Filled in a scanned document of the Malta Statistics Authority Consent Form, available from the following link; and recent police conduct (issued within the last 6 months).

National Statistics Office:
The National Statistics Office (NSO) is the executive arm of the Malta Statistics Authority. It is responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, and publication of a wide range of statistical information and related matters.