21 st of September

Independence Day

Hello #Muovers job-seekers, how are you all?!

Allow us to introduce you to this important date in Maltese history. One of the most important national holidays in Malta is the 21st of September, which celebrates the day the country gained independence from the United Kingdom, when on the night of the 20-21st September, the Maltese flag was raised at Independence Arena, Floriana, amidst the cheers of the large crowd present. Malta had become an independent nation.

The Independence of Malta is currently celebrated with an official program acts, in which, has a special role of the armed forces and political flags of the country.It is an event open to the public, which will take place in La Valletta.

Have a nice weekend and keep an eye on your favourite employment agency!

 

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Discovering Malta!

Hello #Muovers job-seekers, here we go again!

Let's talk about some important facts in Malta:

Malta is officially known as the Republic of Malta.

Is a Southern European island country consisting of an archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. Malta is one of the world's smallest and most densely populated countries, at over 316 km² with a population of about 475,000. Its capital is Valletta, which is the smallest national capital in the European Union by area at 0.8 km.^2.The official languages are Maltese and English.

Maltese is the only Semitic language to be officially recognised in the European Union.

Despite being one of the most populated countries in the world, it is not difficult to find work in Malta, since it only has a 4.4% unemployment rate (28/06/2018) Source:https://tradingeconomics.com/malta/unemployment-rate

About the cost of living,for years, Malta had a reputation for being a relatively cheap place. That does seem to be changing, as rents rise faster than wages. However, it’s still possible to live cheaply here as long as you keep away from the pricier tourist areas; website Numbeo estimate that Malta is 8.51% cheaper than the USA and that rents are 25.39% lower. Consumer prices are also  4.36% cheaper than the UK.

Source:https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Malta

The most demanded sectors are banking, hospitality and iGaming, which,without doubt, Malta has become the jurisdiction of primary establishment for most operators within the industry and even to be consecrated as the world capital of iGaming. Finally, we really hope that you can find useful this article and for you Spanish #jobseekers we give you the opportunity to take some advices from https://vivirmalta.com/podcast/trabajar-en-malta/  

Have a nice weekend and keep an eye on your favourite employment agency!

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Take a break on the 8th of September!

Hello #Muovers job-seekers, how are you all?!

We know you are looking for a job in Malta, but at least you can take a break during this weekend since we celebrate 8th of September.

Victory Day is a public holiday celebrated in Malta, and recalls the end of three historical sieges made on the archipelago: the Great Siege of Malta by the Ottoman Empire ending in 1565; the Siege of Valletta by the French Blockade ending in 1800; and, the Siege of Malta during the Second World War by the Italian army ending in 1943.

On Victory Day, the Armed Forces of Malta parade on Republic Street, Valletta, reach the Co-Cathedral of St. John, where they salute the Prime Minister and the Maltese anthem is finally played. To mark the event, the President places a symbolic garland at the foot of the monument of the Great Siege to commemorate the victims of the World War.

During the afternoon, there will be a boat race, which is locally known as regatta, and takes place in the Grand Harbour, engaging the affiliated societies Cospicua, Vittoriosa, Birzebbuga, Marsa, Marsamxett, Kalkara and Isla.

This day is also famous for being Nativity of Mary’s day, and in fact feasts are celebrated in Xagħra, Naxxar, Senglea, and Mellieħa on the day.

Have a nice weekend and keep an eye on your favourite employment agency!

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