Today UK has posted, through the Linkedin website, a job offer for a position Governor of Gibraltar In the job description, he acknowledges that “There is a possibility that we will face another period without a negotiated outcome(in negotiations with the European Union), therefore, theThe region could go through a period of change.”.
The announcement reads, “The United Kingdom, along with Gibraltar, is negotiating with the European Union about Gibraltar’s future relationship with the European Union. While we expect these negotiations to conclude with the onset of this period, there is also the possibility that we may face another period without a negotiated outcome.” The area can go through a period of change as you adjust to a new relationship“.
Thus, the text of the job offer on Linkedin warns of future complications that may face the person chosen to be the new British Governor of Gibraltar, given that the position entails Direct responsibilities for territorial defense, internal security (including the police), and foreign affairsin addition to appointing various key officials and also being the guarantor of “good governance” of the local administration of Gibraltar.
He added, “The location of Gibraltar – a continuation of the British Ministry’s announcement – means that Security issues remain a strategic priority. Under the Gibraltar Constitution, the Governor (and ultimately the United Kingdom) has defense and internal security powers and will therefore lead the assessment and mitigation of potential threats to Gibraltar and the interests of the Kingdom, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, the Commander of British Forces (CBF) in Gibraltar and the Government of Gibraltar. He will chair, with the Chief Minister of Gibraltar, the Gibraltar Emergency Council, and will lead the defense and security aspects of Gibraltar’s resilience. As Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment, you will work closely with Combined Border Force, in support of its objectives of ensuring a modern and agile military presence in Gibraltar.”
Position responsibilities
The announcement on Linkedin lists the responsibilities of the position of UK Governor of Gibraltar as follows:
To represent His Majesty the King in Gibraltar.
To act in accordance with and uphold the Gibraltar Constitution.
Exercising executive responsibilities, in accordance with UK Government policy towards Gibraltar, including external relations, defence, internal security and certain functions in connection with appointment to public office in Gibraltar.
Work in collaboration with the Prime Minister and the Government of Gibraltar, supporting UK Government policy and activity.
Acting as Commander-in-Chief of the British forces in Gibraltar. The Chief of Defense Staff will ensure that all designated personnel, whether civilian or military, have access to the support and information necessary to perform these tasks.
Play a visible role in supporting community relations and maintaining a high public standing.
Lead a diverse team of UK based and local staff, ensuring a team approach, with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. “
It also requires that you “be a British citizen at the time of submitting your candidacy”.
It is not the first general choice
Indeed, this is not the first time that the London Government, through the Foreign Office, has announced the offer and process for the selection of the Governor of Gibraltar. Indeed, the current ruler, Sir David SteelHe was also chosen after a public announcement and has held this position since June 2020.
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