TAGOLOAN, Misamis Oriental (PIA)--Thirty-three jobseekers were hired on-the-spot (HOTS) during the Local Government of Tagoloan-initiated Job Fair in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-Misamis Oriental Provincial Field Office (PFO) at the Tagoloan Municipality Dome.
The Job Fair registered a diverse range of job applicants, including recent graduates, skilled workers, and underemployed individuals looking for better job prospects from the 41 local companies (services, manufacturing, finance, and information technology industries) and five Philippine Overseas Employment Administration/Department of Migrant Workers-licensed overseas manpower agencies.
Department of Labor and Employment-Misamis Oriental Provincial Field Office (PFO) Chief Errol Natividad encouraged the applicants to make the most of the job fair and showcase their skills and credentials to employers whose requirements match their qualifications.
He said the event facilitated direct interactions between employers and applicants, creating an environment conducive to networking and showcasing individual skills and qualifications.
Government services desks also served jobseekers and other workers from the Social Security System, PhiHealth, and Pag-ibig Fund in preparation for their pre-employment documents.
"Wala ko nag-expect nga dali ra diay ang proseso. At least pwede ko ka-apply sa lahi-lahi na companies sa usa ra ka venue. Daghan ko choices ug chances. If dli ko madawat sa isa, or ignan ko nga tawagan ra, pwede pa ko maka-apply sa lain kumpanya, pareha karon na nakakita ug nadawat dayon ko," HOTS Jennifer Aranda, who was hired as a sales clerk for one of the known malls in the city, shared.
(I did not expect that it would be this easy. At least here, I can apply to different companies in one venue. I have a lot of choices and chances for job openings. If I get rejected by one or if they merely say they will call you back, I can still apply (to others) like me who found a company that was willing to hire me)
Meanwhile, HOTS Jasmin Siahay, a resilient mother of two, overcame her hesitations when she was immediately hired as a production worker for a local company.
"Dili man unta ko mag-anhi kay hunahuna nako, elementary graduate ra man gud ko mao nang naalanganin ko og apply kay ang pagsulat-sulat, pagfill-up galisod ko pero gi-try lang gyapon nako kay basin diay. Mangutana lang gyud, wala man gyuy kumo kung mangutana ka unsay fill-up-an tas kaluy-an gyapon kay nadawat," Siahay said.
(I was hesitant to come here at first because I am only an elementary graduate, and it was a challenge and hard for me to write and fill out forms, but I told myself that I would still try my luck for a chance. I simply asked for help, for there is no harm in asking what I need to fill up, and fortunately, I got hired)
Natividad commended the LGU for the successful outcome of the job fair, especially in their commitment and continued partnership with DOLE in fostering economic growth, reducing unemployment, and providing economic empowerment to their vulnerable constituents through employment.
The event was supported by the LGU’s Public Employment Service Office (PESO) staff and several dedicated local government officials. (DOLE/PIA-10/Misamis Oriental)
