Deputy High Commissioner, British High Commission Belize
Kate Reynolds
Biography
Kate Reynolds has been Deputy High Commissioner in Belmopan since November 2021.
Kate grew up in Yorkshire, studied at Oxford University (Somerville College) and University College London, and worked in documentaries before joining the FCDO.
Curriculum vitae
| Date | Role |
|---|---|
| 2021 to present | Deputy High Commissioner in Belmopan |
| 2020 | Policy and Communications Manager, Personnel Security Team |
| 2013-2017 | Communications Manager, Estates Department |
| 2012 | Visits Officer, London Olympics |
| 2006-2009 | Brasilia – 2nd Secretary (Environment and Human Rights) |
| 2003-2004 | Bilateral Desk Officer, Iraq Policy Unit |
| 2003 | International Migration Policy Desk Officer, Europe Directorate |
| 2001-2002 | Public Diplomacy Officer, Europe Directorate |
Deputy High Commissioner, British High Commission Belize
The Deputy Head of Mission is a senior diplomat and typically a key advisor to the Ambassador or High Commissioner. The Deputy is responsible for the daily management of an overseas Embassy or High Commission. They will represent the UK’s interests in the absence of the Ambassador as Chargé d’Affaires. A senior ranking Deputy may also take the title Minister. Smaller missions may not have a Deputy Head.