The Vice Governor shall be the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan who formulates policies and programs for the realization of the vision, mission, and goals of the Province; appoint all officials and employees of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan subject to civil law, rules and regulations; assumes the office of the Governor in the event of temporary or permanent vacancy; exercise such powers, duties and functions as maybe prescribed by law or ordinance.