Aquino cites government's commitment to create more economic opportunities for Filipinos
President Benigno S. Aquino III said that the government remains committed to pursue its efforts in creating more economic opportunities for the Filipino people as expressed in the priority programs of his administration including the continuous training and skills development of the citizenry.
In keynoting the launching of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Specialista Technopreneurship Program (TSTP) at the TESDA Auditorium, TESDA Complex along East Service Road in Taguig City on Friday, President Aquino reiterated that government is mandated to hone the innate skills and talents of the Filipino citizenry which, he said, could lead not only to a better standard of living but also to a progressive and developed national economy.
“Simula’t sapul pa lang ng ating panunungkulan prayoridad na ng ating gobyerno ang paglikha ng mga trabaho at palawakin pa ang mga oportunidad para sa mas nakararami,” the President said.
“Malinaw ang ating naging mandato… linangin ang kakayahan ng mga Pilipino at tanggalin ang mga hadlang upang matamasa nila ang maayos na pamumuhay. Alam natin na magbubunga ng mabuti ang paglilingkod sa mas nangangailangan dahil ang pagtaas ng antas ng kanilang pamumuhay ay siya ring pagtaas ng kumpyansa ng Pilipinas na umusad sa tunay na kaunlaran,” he added.
The President expressed full trust and confidence in the leadership of TESDA Director-General Joel Villanueva as he thanked him for the efforts in effecting reforms in the agency in order to achieve inclusive growth for the people.
“Tiwala tayo sa liderato ni Secretary Villanueva… walang ‘wang-wang’ sa TESDA, walang manglalamang at walang perang mapupunta sa mga walang kabuluhang programa. Nagpapasalamat po tayo sa TESDA sa pagtupad nito sa panata natin sa taumbayan --- walang maiiwan sa pag-unlad,” President Aquino said.
Based on the impact evaluation studies conducted last year, the President said, almost 61 per cent of those who graduated in the technical, vocational and educational training of TESDA are now earning through their respective jobs.
He added that the government is focusing on providing more jobs for the remaining 39 per cent.
“Thirty-nine per cent po ang dadagdagan natin ng pansin para may makakuha na rin sila nang mga trabaho…” the President noted.
The Chief Executive, assisted by Secretary Villanueva, distributed tool kits to the selected eight TESDA “Specialistas” from the National Capital Region, Region 3 and Region 7.
President Aquino also bared that the government has allocated a total of P500 million under the economic stimulus program for the training of some 65 thousand individuals in preparation for their possible employment in the business process outsourcing sector (BPO).
The TESDA Specialista Technopreneurship Program (TSTP) is one of TESDA’s responses to the goal of the government to achieve inclusive growth as embodied in the Labor and Employment Plan and National Technical Education and Skills Development (NTESDP) 2011-2016.
It is designed to facilitate employment for certified workers/persons to get into productive undertakings through the provision of services in demand in the community.
TPSP shall develop a pool of trained and certified TESDA Specialistas who will respond to the demand for services by the households and the immediate communities.
Present during the event were other government officials led by Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio “Sonny” B. Coloma Jr., Education Secretary Armin Luistro, Commission on Higher Education Secretary Patricia Licuanan, and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation Chairman Cristino Naguiat.
Also in attendance were Taguig City Mayor Laarni Cayetano, Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim, Victoria Tarlac Mayor Candido Guiam III, Oriental Mindoro Representative Rey Umali and Manila Representative Carlo Lopez.
In the same event, the President also witnessed the awarding of ISO 9001-2008 Certificate to TESDA.
Director-General Villanueva received the award from Mr. Chia Jen, general manager of the TUV-SUD PSB Malaysia which is a service provider for a comprehensive and integrated suite of product testing, inspection and certification services. Its operation in the Philippines was set up more than 11 years ago with the aim of helping companies achieve business excellence. (PCOO)
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Government to continue aggressive job generation thrust, says Aquino
President Benigno S. Aquino III said his administration will continue its present thrust to carry out plans that create more job opportunities for Filipinos amid a sluggish global economy.
In an interview during the launching of an entrepreneurial program of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) on Friday, the President said the target of his administration is to maximize employment for Filipinos through measures being implemented by various government agencies.
Since last year, the President said the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has been working with TESDA, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) so that jobs are matched with those applying for work.
“We have been investing in a… as an example, sa BPO (business process outsourcing) industry, we’re investing P500 million this year precisely to train them further to increase their possibility of getting employed in this sector that is really fast growing,” he said.
“Yung sector naman has been appealing to us to assist them for the managerial supervisory positions, they’re hard pressed to meet their targets. Parang ang daming oportunidad nasasayang dahil hindi pa natin na-develop yung talent for that.”
That industry expects to grow, according to the chief executive noting however that the limiting factor for growth is the availability of talent and skilled workers that fit the job. As a response, the government carries out programs so that they get the training and skills they need at the earliest possible time.
Asked about the government’s job target this year, the President said he got a report saying there are one million new entrants to the marketplace. He noted that the employment rate last year, which was peg at around 7 percent, was significant.
“The target is open-ended. Kaya nga yung mga programs na hina-highlight ng TESDA ngayon are those that have ready employment opportunities,” the President added. (PCOO)
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Aquino says BoC needs more time to carry out reforms
The public must give the Bureau of Customs (BoC) more time to carry out reform measures considering the severity of the problems that it faces, President Benigno S. Aquino III said.
“Ang hinahabol natin umasenso lahat. Ngayon, na-highlight sa Customs dahil napakalayo nila doon sa inaasam-asam natin at tatatlong buwan pa lang si Ruffy Biazon at si Danny Lim, tapos medyo malalalim na ugat ng problem diyan sa Customs at talaga namang kailangan bigyan natin ng realizable target,” the President said in an interview on Friday.
The President was interviewed by the media during the launching of an entrepreneurial program of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in Taguig City on Friday. Reporters asked the President about the government agencies that he will prioritize in the implementation of reforms.
Aside from discussing the reforms at the BoC, the President said he is impressed at the way TESDA Director General Emmanuel Joel Villanueva does his work.
Despite the P2.4 billion debt, the President said TESDA was able to get ISO certification as well as posting 61 percent employment record.
“Talaga namang happy tayo (with the performance). But of course, pag ni-report ni Joel na 100 percent ng 100 percent, mas happy tayo,” he said. (PCOO)
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Coloma stresses 'excellence and dedication' at work to Presidential Management Staff Employees Association
Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio “Sonny” Coloma Jr. called on government employees to keep striving for excellence and dedication to attain "harmony at work" in line with President Benigno S. Aquino III's mandate to give efficient and quality service to the Filipinos.
In his inspirational message during the Presidential Management Staff- Employees Association (PMS-EA) General Assembly held at the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) Building located on Arlegui Street, San Miguel, Manila on Friday, Secretary Coloma underscored the need to achieve harmony at work to help contribute to nation building.
"Paano tayo magkakaroon ng harmony at work. Dapat maging matapat sa tungkulin, maagap at masipag at higit sa lahat may malasakit sa trabaho at kapwa. Hindi natin tinatranslate in English ang salita na may malasakit kasi walang exact transalation iyon. Tayong mga Pilipino lang talaga ang nakakaalam nun," he said.
Sec. Coloma also stressed the importance of achieving "work, life and harmony" to be good public servants. "Our sense of worth is related to or dependent on the significance of our work," he noted.
"Ang importanteng elemento sa work, life and harmony ay tatlo rin - integrity, quality time and tender loving care. Ma-achieve natin ito kung tayo ay integrated person. Walang pagkakaiba ang buhay mo bilang isang ama or bilang boss. Kung ano ang trato mo sa opisina dapat ganun ka rin dapat sa pamilya. Kung ano ang pagmamahal mo sa isa ay ganun ka rin dapat sa isa. Consistent ka dapat," he said.
Coloma also stressed the fact that excellence in public service depends greatly on the performance and dedication of government officials and employees. He also reminded them of their commitment to take the straight path.
During the General Assembly which coincides with the anniversary of the employees' association, Coloma also congratulated the officers and members of the association and wished them all the best and success in all their endeavors.
Coloma, who served as Presidential Management Staff (PMS) chief under former President Corazon C. Aquino, told employees that he was happy to meet with them in an important event. He recalled the many memories during his time as PMS head. (PCOO)
President Benigno S. Aquino III said that the government remains committed to pursue its efforts in creating more economic opportunities for the Filipino people as expressed in the priority programs of his administration including the continuous training and skills development of the citizenry.
In keynoting the launching of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Specialista Technopreneurship Program (TSTP) at the TESDA Auditorium, TESDA Complex along East Service Road in Taguig City on Friday, President Aquino reiterated that government is mandated to hone the innate skills and talents of the Filipino citizenry which, he said, could lead not only to a better standard of living but also to a progressive and developed national economy.
“Simula’t sapul pa lang ng ating panunungkulan prayoridad na ng ating gobyerno ang paglikha ng mga trabaho at palawakin pa ang mga oportunidad para sa mas nakararami,” the President said.
“Malinaw ang ating naging mandato… linangin ang kakayahan ng mga Pilipino at tanggalin ang mga hadlang upang matamasa nila ang maayos na pamumuhay. Alam natin na magbubunga ng mabuti ang paglilingkod sa mas nangangailangan dahil ang pagtaas ng antas ng kanilang pamumuhay ay siya ring pagtaas ng kumpyansa ng Pilipinas na umusad sa tunay na kaunlaran,” he added.
The President expressed full trust and confidence in the leadership of TESDA Director-General Joel Villanueva as he thanked him for the efforts in effecting reforms in the agency in order to achieve inclusive growth for the people.
“Tiwala tayo sa liderato ni Secretary Villanueva… walang ‘wang-wang’ sa TESDA, walang manglalamang at walang perang mapupunta sa mga walang kabuluhang programa. Nagpapasalamat po tayo sa TESDA sa pagtupad nito sa panata natin sa taumbayan --- walang maiiwan sa pag-unlad,” President Aquino said.
Based on the impact evaluation studies conducted last year, the President said, almost 61 per cent of those who graduated in the technical, vocational and educational training of TESDA are now earning through their respective jobs.
He added that the government is focusing on providing more jobs for the remaining 39 per cent.
“Thirty-nine per cent po ang dadagdagan natin ng pansin para may makakuha na rin sila nang mga trabaho…” the President noted.
The Chief Executive, assisted by Secretary Villanueva, distributed tool kits to the selected eight TESDA “Specialistas” from the National Capital Region, Region 3 and Region 7.
President Aquino also bared that the government has allocated a total of P500 million under the economic stimulus program for the training of some 65 thousand individuals in preparation for their possible employment in the business process outsourcing sector (BPO).
The TESDA Specialista Technopreneurship Program (TSTP) is one of TESDA’s responses to the goal of the government to achieve inclusive growth as embodied in the Labor and Employment Plan and National Technical Education and Skills Development (NTESDP) 2011-2016.
It is designed to facilitate employment for certified workers/persons to get into productive undertakings through the provision of services in demand in the community.
TPSP shall develop a pool of trained and certified TESDA Specialistas who will respond to the demand for services by the households and the immediate communities.
Present during the event were other government officials led by Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio “Sonny” B. Coloma Jr., Education Secretary Armin Luistro, Commission on Higher Education Secretary Patricia Licuanan, and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation Chairman Cristino Naguiat.
Also in attendance were Taguig City Mayor Laarni Cayetano, Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim, Victoria Tarlac Mayor Candido Guiam III, Oriental Mindoro Representative Rey Umali and Manila Representative Carlo Lopez.
In the same event, the President also witnessed the awarding of ISO 9001-2008 Certificate to TESDA.
Director-General Villanueva received the award from Mr. Chia Jen, general manager of the TUV-SUD PSB Malaysia which is a service provider for a comprehensive and integrated suite of product testing, inspection and certification services. Its operation in the Philippines was set up more than 11 years ago with the aim of helping companies achieve business excellence. (PCOO)
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Government to continue aggressive job generation thrust, says Aquino
President Benigno S. Aquino III said his administration will continue its present thrust to carry out plans that create more job opportunities for Filipinos amid a sluggish global economy.
In an interview during the launching of an entrepreneurial program of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) on Friday, the President said the target of his administration is to maximize employment for Filipinos through measures being implemented by various government agencies.
Since last year, the President said the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has been working with TESDA, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) so that jobs are matched with those applying for work.
“We have been investing in a… as an example, sa BPO (business process outsourcing) industry, we’re investing P500 million this year precisely to train them further to increase their possibility of getting employed in this sector that is really fast growing,” he said.
“Yung sector naman has been appealing to us to assist them for the managerial supervisory positions, they’re hard pressed to meet their targets. Parang ang daming oportunidad nasasayang dahil hindi pa natin na-develop yung talent for that.”
That industry expects to grow, according to the chief executive noting however that the limiting factor for growth is the availability of talent and skilled workers that fit the job. As a response, the government carries out programs so that they get the training and skills they need at the earliest possible time.
Asked about the government’s job target this year, the President said he got a report saying there are one million new entrants to the marketplace. He noted that the employment rate last year, which was peg at around 7 percent, was significant.
“The target is open-ended. Kaya nga yung mga programs na hina-highlight ng TESDA ngayon are those that have ready employment opportunities,” the President added. (PCOO)
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Aquino says BoC needs more time to carry out reforms
The public must give the Bureau of Customs (BoC) more time to carry out reform measures considering the severity of the problems that it faces, President Benigno S. Aquino III said.
“Ang hinahabol natin umasenso lahat. Ngayon, na-highlight sa Customs dahil napakalayo nila doon sa inaasam-asam natin at tatatlong buwan pa lang si Ruffy Biazon at si Danny Lim, tapos medyo malalalim na ugat ng problem diyan sa Customs at talaga namang kailangan bigyan natin ng realizable target,” the President said in an interview on Friday.
The President was interviewed by the media during the launching of an entrepreneurial program of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in Taguig City on Friday. Reporters asked the President about the government agencies that he will prioritize in the implementation of reforms.
Aside from discussing the reforms at the BoC, the President said he is impressed at the way TESDA Director General Emmanuel Joel Villanueva does his work.
Despite the P2.4 billion debt, the President said TESDA was able to get ISO certification as well as posting 61 percent employment record.
“Talaga namang happy tayo (with the performance). But of course, pag ni-report ni Joel na 100 percent ng 100 percent, mas happy tayo,” he said. (PCOO)
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Coloma stresses 'excellence and dedication' at work to Presidential Management Staff Employees Association
Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio “Sonny” Coloma Jr. called on government employees to keep striving for excellence and dedication to attain "harmony at work" in line with President Benigno S. Aquino III's mandate to give efficient and quality service to the Filipinos.
In his inspirational message during the Presidential Management Staff- Employees Association (PMS-EA) General Assembly held at the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) Building located on Arlegui Street, San Miguel, Manila on Friday, Secretary Coloma underscored the need to achieve harmony at work to help contribute to nation building.
"Paano tayo magkakaroon ng harmony at work. Dapat maging matapat sa tungkulin, maagap at masipag at higit sa lahat may malasakit sa trabaho at kapwa. Hindi natin tinatranslate in English ang salita na may malasakit kasi walang exact transalation iyon. Tayong mga Pilipino lang talaga ang nakakaalam nun," he said.
Sec. Coloma also stressed the importance of achieving "work, life and harmony" to be good public servants. "Our sense of worth is related to or dependent on the significance of our work," he noted.
"Ang importanteng elemento sa work, life and harmony ay tatlo rin - integrity, quality time and tender loving care. Ma-achieve natin ito kung tayo ay integrated person. Walang pagkakaiba ang buhay mo bilang isang ama or bilang boss. Kung ano ang trato mo sa opisina dapat ganun ka rin dapat sa pamilya. Kung ano ang pagmamahal mo sa isa ay ganun ka rin dapat sa isa. Consistent ka dapat," he said.
Coloma also stressed the fact that excellence in public service depends greatly on the performance and dedication of government officials and employees. He also reminded them of their commitment to take the straight path.
During the General Assembly which coincides with the anniversary of the employees' association, Coloma also congratulated the officers and members of the association and wished them all the best and success in all their endeavors.
Coloma, who served as Presidential Management Staff (PMS) chief under former President Corazon C. Aquino, told employees that he was happy to meet with them in an important event. He recalled the many memories during his time as PMS head. (PCOO)
