Chief Executive

Position description

The Falkland Islands are a British Overseas Territory, independently governed and self-financing, with a proud heritage and huge ambitions for the future. Those living in the Islands benefit from an enviable quality of life and unique lifestyle opportunities.

This is no ordinary Chief Executive appointment. It provides the postholder an unparalleled opportunity to live in a country of outstanding natural beauty and to work in a varied and high impact position.

As Chief Executive you will lead the Falkland Islands Public Service which delivers a broad range of services to a growing population of c3,600 residents. The Chief Executive will lead the development of a cohesive organisation of national and local government which supports and delivers the priorities of the Legislative Assembly, ensuring excellent public services across the Falkland Islands.

Whether providing strategic advice and policy guidance to Members of the Legislative Assembly, providing advice and support to the Governor, or leading and directing the Public Service, this is a multi-faceted role offering stretch and challenge to an accomplished leader used to working effectively at the political interface and with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders. The Islands Plan sets out clear objectives to ensure the achievement of sustainable economic, social and political development for the benefit of all residents and communities.

The Chief Executive will be alert and engaged to the changing external landscape whilst ensuring a focus on performance improvement, transformation and delivery across Government to ensure the Falkland Islands is well-placed to capitalise on and reaffirm its position. Comfortable in a representational role, you will be at ease contributing to the promotion of the reputation of the Falkland Islands nationally and internationally.

Already experienced as a senior leader, and with an appreciation of Public Service and its values, you will be ambitious for further stretch and development. You will need to be able to translate your experience to a unique environment and place to ensure effective government enables all communities here to thrive and fulfil their potential.

Application instructions

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