Senior ICT Officer (Systems Administrator)

Job Description
Job vacancy: Senior ICT Officer (Systems Administrator)
Jobsplus permit: 848/2021
Jobsplus vacancy: (377910)

Job details:
The National Statistics Office (NSO) invites applications for the post of Senior ICT Officer (Systems Administrator). The prospective employee will be assigned to the Data Capability Directorate or to other Directorates to meet the exigencies of the Office. This position is an excellent opportunity for prospective candidates seeking to attain a career in Information Technology.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Have in-depth knowledge of computer systems, architectures, and Database Management systems (DBMS);
• Have experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN), and patch management;
• Have knowledge of computer system security procedures (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery;
• Have knowledge of the principles, practices, and capabilities of the software and operating systems features currently available;
• Communicate well and have time management skills; and
• Be able to work and collaborate in a team, be technically competent, and be organised.

*A detailed job description can be obtained from the Head of Unit - Human Resources and Staff Development, at the NSO.

Working Conditions:
The position carries a starting remuneration of €28,300 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 covers;
• Flexible working arrangements and;
• Opportunities for pursuing further studies including scholarships.

Requirements:
Applicants for this post must:
a) Be in possession of a recognised Certificate at MQF Level 6 in a relevant subject area together with six (6) years, or equivalent, of relevant experience;
OR
Be in possession of a recognised Certificate at MQF Level 7 or higher in a relevant subject area together with three (3) years, or equivalent, of relevant experience; OR
Be in possession of a recognised Certificate at MQF Level 8 or higher in a relevant subject area together with one (1) year, or equivalent, of relevant experience; and
b) Demonstrate a good command of the English language, together with Maltese or another official European language.

Prospective applicants should note the requirement to produce MQRIC recognition statements in respect of their qualifications from MQRIC, or other designated authorities, as applicable, as per provisions applicable to this call for applications. 

Candidates who have not yet formally obtained the qualifications specified above will still be considered, provided that they submit evidence that they are in the final phase of their course leading to such qualifications.

To apply:
Interested applicants can submit their application by sending their:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae and cover letter;
• Recent police conduct (issued within the last 6 months);
• Filled in a scanned document of the Malta Statistics Authority Consent Form, available from the following link; and
• Official academic qualifications, including a transcript of results.

This is a concurrent call, and the available vacancy is filled on the basis of the internal call result and, when exhausted, through the Expression of Interest and/or through Jobsplus procedures, as applicable.

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.

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.