Communications and Marketing Officer

EXTERNAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE POST OF
Communications and Marketing Officer at Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)

Interested persons who wish 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 on interview),
• Curriculum Vitae (CV),
• Police Conduct Certificate (Not issued more than 30 days before application date),
• Copies of Qualifications (Originals to be presented on interview),
• Any other pertinent documents (Originals to be presented on interview).

Applications are to be submitted to [email protected] by not later than 2 October 2026.
Receipt of applications will be confirmed within three working days.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Communications and Marketing Officer
Grade: 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.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

1. Primary Responsibilities

1.1 Authority Officers will support 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:
a) Funding Framework
b) Quality Assurance Framework
c) Student Affairs
d) International Affairs
e) Statistical Framework and Org. Knowledge
Management

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

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

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

1.5 Informs and advises superiors on designated areas.

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

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

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

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

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

1.11 Moreover, the officer will support the management on
the following communications and marketing aspects:

• Media relations and social media strategies,

• Design/ editing software (e.g. Photoshop,
Canva) and content management systems
(WordPress, Hootsuite, Mailchimp),

• Photo and video editing,

• Event organisation, from concept to final
delivery.

1. Ancillary
2. Participates in and contributes to initiatives related to the
   Authority.
3. Attends and participates in events both locally and abroad
   as may be directed by the Authority.
4. Undertakes any other assignments that may be related or
   conducive to the attainment of any of the above.
5. Supports Senior Management efficiently and effectively.
6. Ensures that all assigned tasks are retained in high
   confidence.
7. Assists in other functions as may be required.

Internal Relations

1. Maintains a professional relationship with all MFHEA
   employees.
2. Works in close consultation with and provides advice
   to the Senior Management and any other MFHEA
   employees.
3. 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

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 Minimum of a Full and Recognised Level 6 Degree in communications and/ or
  marketing and 3 years work experience in this field.

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 gives attention to detail.

Documents required upon application:

1. An expression of interest,
2. Copy of the applicant’s Identity Card (Original to be presented on interview).
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV),
4. Police Conduct Certificate (Must not have been issued more than 30 days before application date).
5. Copies of Qualifications (Originals to be presented on interview). Certificates issued by foreign
   institutions are to be covered by the pertinent MQRIC statement.
6. Any other documents deemed pertinent (Originals to be presented on interview).