Aquatic Resources Malta (ARM) is recruiting an Executive Officer (Fisheries Research) in Marsaxlokk, Malta, on a full-time, indefinite contract with a gross salary of โฌ34,616 per year in 2026, rising to โฌ37,596, plus a set of Grade B allowances. Applications must reach the Chief Executive Officer by noon (Central Europe time) on Friday, 13 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full call for applications, and every duty, requirement, document and salary element is set out below.
Vacancy Ref 456969: Key Facts
๐ผ Position: Executive Officer (Fisheries Research)
๐๏ธ Employer: Aquatic Resources Malta
๐ Location: Marsaxlokk, Malta
๐ Ref: 456969
โฑ๏ธ Working time: Full time, full day
๐ Contract: Indefinite, with a twelve (12) month trial period
๐ถ Salary: โฌ34,616 per annum (2026), up to โฌ37,596
๐ท๏ธ Grade: Grade B within the ARM salary structure
๐ข Remarks: Parastatal
๐ Driving licence: Not required for this vacancy
The call notes that nomenclatures denoting the male gender also include the female and any other gender.
Where the Executive Officer Fits in the Agency
The Chief Executive Officer of Aquatic Resources Malta invites interested individuals to apply for the vacant position of Executive Officer within the Agency.
๐งญ The Executive Officer provides support in the execution of tasks within the Research, Sustainable Development and Education Department
๐ค The role reports to the Chief Executive Officer and/or his delegate
โก The Executive Officer may be required to work under pressure and unsupervised
Leadership and People Management
๐ค Assist the Senior Executive in the coordination of departmental activities
๐ฅ Coordinate with other team members to ensure timely completion of tasks
Operational and Technical Management
๐ Execute administrative tasks according to established procedures
โ Ensure compliance with organisational policies and guidelines
๐๏ธ Maintain accurate records and documentation
๐ป Utilise office software and equipment to perform administrative duties
๐๏ธ Assist in the maintenance of departmental databases and files
๐ ๏ธ Provide technical support to departmental staff as required
Administrative Support to the Senior Executive
๐ Provide administrative support to the Senior Executive, including scheduling appointments, managing correspondence and organising meetings
๐ Prepare and distribute departmental reports, presentations and documents
๐งพ Maintain accurate records of departmental activities and transactions
Data Entry and Record Keeping
โจ๏ธ Enter data into departmental databases and systems accurately and efficiently
๐ Maintain electronic and hardcopy records, ensuring they are organised and up to date
๐ Retrieve information from databases and files as requested
Communication and Correspondence
๐ Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls, emails and mail
๐ฌ Respond to routine inquiries and requests for information
โ๏ธ Draft and proofread correspondence, reports and other documents
Meeting and Event Coordination
๐๏ธ Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments and events for departmental staff
๐ Prepare meeting agendas and materials and distribute them to attendees
๐ข Arrange meeting facilities, equipment and catering as needed
Specialisation: Fisheries Data and Scientific Advice
๐งฎ Assist the Senior Executive in the design, planning and implementation of data management, analysis and reporting measures and initiatives aimed at proactively improving Agency operations
๐๏ธ Coordinate and implement Agency data management strategies, as well as specific projects or initiatives indicated by the Senior Executive
๐ฐ Follow local and international developments in fisheries, environmental monitoring, data analytics, information management and related fields, to keep up to date with new policies, regulations, initiatives and best practices
โฐ Coordinate activities to ensure the quality and timely presentation of scientific information, reports, questions, documents and other requests related to the collection, validation, management and analysis of scientific data
๐ฌ Provide scientific positions on technical fisheries and data-related documents circulated by the respective entities
๐ Provide scientific advice on data management, statistical analysis, information systems and related matters where necessary
๐ Draft, submit and compile documents, reports, analytical outputs or other material as directed by the Senior Executive
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Representation, Statistics and EU-Funded Projects
โ๏ธ Represent the Agency in fisheries, data and scientific meetings both in Malta and abroad
๐ Gather statistics and information as requested by the relevant Departments, Ministries, the European Union and other national and international organisations
๐ Ensure the proper recording, management, security and filing of scientific data and other Agency data
๐ถ Draw up and implement budgets, in particular for EU-related programmes and projects
๐ช๐บ Lead data-related projects, in particular those funded under EU programmes and projects
Databases, GIS and Quality Assurance
๐บ๏ธ Coordinate the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of databases, information systems, dashboards, GIS products and other data visualisation tools
๐งช Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) systems for data collection, management and reporting
๐ Liaise with information technology service providers and other stakeholders on data infrastructure, databases and business intelligence systems
๐ค Identify opportunities to improve data processing, automation and reporting workflows through innovative analytical tools and methodologies
โ Any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer and/or his delegate
Who Can Apply: Nationality and Residence
By the closing time and date of the call, applicants need to be:
๐ฒ๐น Citizens of Malta; or
๐ช๐บ Citizens of other EU Member States entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in matters of employment by virtue of EU legislation and treaty provisions on the free movement of workers; or
๐ Citizens of any other country entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in employment matters through the application to that country of EU legislation and treaty provisions on the free movement of workers; or
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Any other persons entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in employment matters under the law or the above EU legislation and treaty provisions, on account of their family relationship with the persons above; or
๐ชช Third-country nationals granted long-term resident status in Malta under regulation 4 of the "Status of Long-Term Residents (Third Country Nationals) Regulations, 2006", or granted a residence permit under regulation 18 (3) thereof, together with family members granted a residence permit under the "Family Reunification Regulations, 2007"; or
๐ฌ๐ง Holders of a residence document issued under the "Residence Status of United Kingdom Nationals and their Family Members in Malta in accordance with the Agreement on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland from the European Union and the European Atomic Energy Community Regulations"
The advice of the Citizenship Unit within Community Malta Agency and the Expatriates Unit within Identitร Agency should be sought as necessary in interpreting these provisions.
Employment Licence for Non-Maltese Candidates
๐ The appointment of candidates from the EU, other equal-treatment countries, family members and eligible third-country nationals would necessitate the issue of an employment licence, in so far as this is required by the Immigration Act and subsidiary legislation
๐ข Jobsplus should be consulted as necessary on this issue
Qualifications and Experience: Two Routes
By the closing time and date, applicants must possess one of the following:
๐ Route A: A recognised Master qualification at MQF Level 7 (minimum of 90 ECTS/ECVET credits, or equivalent, for programmes commencing from October 2008), plus two (2) years relevant work experience
๐ Route B: A recognised Bachelor qualification at MQF Level 6 (minimum of 180 ECTS/ECVET credits, or equivalent, for programmes commencing from October 2003), plus four (4) years relevant work experience
Accepted areas for both routes are Marine Science, Marine Conservation, Oceanography, Marine Biology, Statistics, Data Science or any other relevant areas or qualification as determined by Management.
Master Degrees With 60 ECTS Credits
๐ A recognised Master qualification with a minimum of 60 ECTS credits is only accepted if an MQRIC formal Master recognition statement is submitted with the application, subject to Clause 5.4 of the General Provisions document
๐ซ A recognised Master qualification from the University of Malta awarded pre-2009 with less than 60 ECTS credits is acceptable if MQRIC or the University of Malta verifies that the workload is comparable to at least 60 ECTS credits
Technical Skills Required
Applicants must also have advanced knowledge in:
๐จโ๐ป At least one programming language, such as R, Python or MATLAB
๐บ๏ธ GIS platforms (QGIS or ArcGIS)
๐ฅ๏ธ Microsoft Office Suite
โ Any additional statistical or analytical software will be considered an asset
Vacancy Profile on the Portal
๐ ISCED Level: Bachelor or equivalent, Level 6
๐ Subjects: Oceanography, Statistics, Data, Sea (graduate level)
โณ Past experience: Executive Officer (EO), 48 months
๐งฉ Competencies: This vacancy does not require any competencies
Salary and Grade B Allowances
๐ถ Gross salary of โฌ34,616 per annum for 2026
๐ Rises by an annual increment of โฌ596 up to a maximum of โฌ37,596
๐ฑ All-inclusive communication allowance of โฌ1,000 per annum
๐๏ธ ARM allowance of โฌ2,000 per annum
โ ๏ธ Up to 10% of the basic salary as Disturbance Allowance per annum
๐ Car allowance of โฌ2,000
๐ Up to 15% of basic salary as Performance Bonus per annum
Documents You Must Submit
๐ A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
๐ Copies of all relevant certificates/transcripts for academic qualifications, and/or testimonials substantiating the experience claimed
๐ท๏ธ An MQRIC recognition statement for any qualification obtained from a non-local education institution (outside Malta); these statements are issued by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority
๐ชช A copy of a valid residence and/or work permit, where applicable
Applications that do not include all the required documentation by the deadline will not be considered. Original certificates and/or testimonials are to be produced for verification at the interview.
Selection Procedure
๐ฃ๏ธ Eligible applicants will be interviewed by the Interviewing Board to determine their suitability for the position
โญ Due consideration will be given to applicants who, besides the eligibility requisites, have proven relevant work experience
How to Apply
๐จ Send a detailed CV together with all the documentation listed above so that it reaches the Chief Executive Officer by the deadline
๐ป Submissions may be done electronically by email, or through the Jobsplus vacancy portal
๐ The cut-off is noon (Central Europe time) on Friday, 13 November 2026
๐ซ Incomplete applications and late applications will not be considered
๐ All applicants must ensure they have read the call for applications and submitted all requested information in full
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Executive Officer (Fisheries Research) at Aquatic Resources Malta?
The gross salary is โฌ34,616 per annum for 2026, rising by โฌ596 a year up to โฌ37,596. Grade B also carries a โฌ1,000 communication allowance, a โฌ2,000 ARM allowance, a โฌ2,000 car allowance, up to 10% Disturbance Allowance and up to 15% Performance Bonus.
What contract is offered?
It is a full-time position on an indefinite contract, subject to a trial period of twelve months. The job is based in Marsaxlokk, Malta.
What qualifications do I need?
You need either a recognised Master at MQF Level 7 plus two years of relevant work experience, or a recognised Bachelor at MQF Level 6 plus four years of relevant work experience. Accepted areas include Marine Science, Marine Conservation, Oceanography, Marine Biology, Statistics and Data Science.
Which software skills are required?
Applicants need advanced knowledge of at least one programming language such as R, Python or MATLAB, a GIS platform such as QGIS or ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite. Additional statistical or analytical software is an asset.
Can non-Maltese citizens apply?
Yes, if they fall under the listed categories: EU citizens and others entitled to equal treatment under EU free movement rules, their family members, eligible long-term resident third-country nationals and holders of the UK Withdrawal Agreement residence document. An employment licence may be needed where the Immigration Act requires it.
Do I need MQRIC recognition for a foreign degree?
Yes. Any qualification from an educational institution outside Malta needs an MQRIC recognition statement, issued by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority, submitted with the application.
Will the role involve travel?
The Executive Officer represents the Agency in fisheries, data and scientific meetings both in Malta and abroad.
What happens if my application is incomplete?
Applications missing any required document or information by the deadline will not be considered, and late applications are not accepted either.
Deadline
โณ 13 November 2026
Links
๐ Vacancy page: https://jobsplus.gov.mt/vacancy/vacancy-details?id=456969
๐ง Application email: hrvacancies.arm@gov.mt
