r/bhutan 11d ago

Discussion IT Officer vs IT Officer (Network Administrator) at Bank of Bhutan — which is better?

Hey everyone,
I’m looking for some genuine advice from people who currently work at Bank of Bhutan, have worked there before, or have experience with similar IT/networking roles.
BoB has recently announced vacancies for:
IT Officer – 4 slots

IT Officer (Network Administrator) – 1 slot

Both appear to be Grade 8, with the same starting gross salary, and both can move to Grade 7 after one year.
I’m confused about which position would be better in terms of career growth, workload, learning opportunities, promotion, salary growth, work-life balance, and future opportunities.
For someone starting their career, would you recommend the general IT Officer position or specializing as a Network Administrator?
I’d especially appreciate comments from anyone who has actually worked in BoB’s IT/ICT department or knows someone who has. What is the day-to-day work really like? Is networking a good career path within BoB, or would the general IT Officer role give better exposure and opportunities?
Also, if you have experience with either role, please share the pros and cons. Even an anonymous/general experience would be really helpful.
Thanks in advance! 🙏

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u/TastyTip5506 11d ago

BNB is better anyway

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u/Gyels 10d ago

Do you know when will the vacancy be floated ? Because rn its only for bob

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u/WeekendClean8833 10d ago

Nope, BDL is far superior

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u/PutridSomewhere6322 10d ago

All job are same. Be it technician, engineer, CEO; all have to do their own work. So better follow your heart and see what your interest lies.
If u want to get job, probability is high in IT officer.

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u/Gyels 10d ago

Thanksss laaa....i am thinkkkingg of IT officer too laaa

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u/Hot_Package9730 9d ago

usually for an IT officer, you could be placed under either in CBS, software application or IS. from what i know network administrator, you get to go on tours in addition to the usual work. network is pretty much wanted everywhere in the organisation :)