The United Kingdom is looking for the new governor of Gibraltar on Linkedin: “It is a demanding job”

The UK Government is seeking a new Governor of Gibraltar. This has been made clear by the Foreign Affairs Office (The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) via a job posting on LinkedIn offering an opening for a position currently held by Vice Admiral Sir David Steel.

The job description specifies that the future representative of King Carlos III in El Peñón he will be in charge of managing a series of important constitutional responsibilities. A “demanding but rewarding” job that requires “a high and highly political profile,” according to the ad.

Also, the post includes what appears to be a warning, as candidates are warned –so far only 49 people have applied– that “the territory could be going through a period of change”. Especially since Gibraltar’s negotiations with the European Union on their future relationship after the brexit they might not have reached “a negotiated result” before May 2024, when the chosen one should start performing his duties.

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For such a challenge, which will last four years, the remuneration offered is 95,000 pounds (about 107,000 euros) per year, as stated in the public employment portal of the Government of the United Kingdom. In order to run for office, however, one must have British nationality. Key responsibilities below.

• Represent HM the King in Gibraltar.
• Act in accordance with and uphold the Gibraltar Constitution.
• Exercise executive responsibilities, in accordance with Government policy
• from the UK to Gibraltar, including foreign affairs, defence, internal security and certain functions in connection with the appointment of public officials in Gibraltar.
• Work in partnership with the Chief Minister and the Government of Gibraltar, and support the policy and activity of the UK Government.
• Act as Commander-in-Chief of the British Armed Forces in Gibraltar. The Chief of the Defense Staff will ensure that any designated person, civilian or military, has the full support and information necessary to carry out these functions.
• Play a visible role in supporting community relations and maintain a high public profile.
• Lead a diverse team of UK-based and local staff, ensuring a single team approach, with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.