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Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Algeria: Sharon Wardle
Ms Sharon Wardle has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria in succession to Mr Barry Lowen.
Ms Sharon Wardle has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria in succession to Mr Barry Lowen who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Ms Wardle will take up her appointment during January 2021.
Curriculum vitae
Full name: Sharon Wardle
| Year | Role |
|---|---|
| 2017 to 2020 | Banjul, Her Majesty’s Ambassador then British High Commissioner |
| 2016 to 2017 | FCO, Policy Adviser, International Counter Extremism |
| 2014 to 2015 | Beirut, Head of Syria Office |
| 2012 to 2013 | Sana’a, Deputy Head of Mission |
| 2011 to 2012 | FCO, Head of Strategy & Communications Department, Consular Directorate |
| 2010 to 2011 | FCO, Programme Director, Consular Strategy |
| 2008 to 2010 | FCO, Project Director, Global Out of Hours Project, Consular Directorate |
| 2005 to 2008 | Riyadh, Director UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) |
| 2002 to 2004 | UKTI, Deputy Director, International Group & Head of Near East & North Africa Unit |
| 2000 to 2002 | British Consultants & Construction Bureau, Director Africa /Middle East /Asia Pacific |
| 1996 to 1999 | UKTI, UAE Desk Officer, followed by Deputy Head of Development Business Team |
| 1991 to 1996 | Beirut, Vice Consul |
| 1990 to 1991 | World wide temporary cover duties |
| 1987 to 1989 | Moscow, Visa Officer |
| 1985 to 1986 | FCO, Desk Officer, Migration & Visa Department |
| 1985 | Joined FCO |
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Published 4 November 2020