01/07/2026
๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐๐ฐ ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ง๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐จ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐๐ญ๐จ โ ๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ก
June 30, 2026
As part of its continuing commitment to ensuring the effective integration of newly appointed personnel into the organization, the Provincial Government of South Cotabato (PGSC), through the Office of the Provincial Human Resource Management Officer (OPHRMO), successfully conducted the Orientation for New Entrants to the Provincial Government of South Cotabato โ 5th Batch on June 30, 2026, formally welcoming the newest members of the provincial workforce.
The activity was attended by fourteen (14) newly hired casual and permanent employees, providing them with essential information on the Provincial Government's organizational framework, workplace policies, and the standards of professionalism and ethical conduct expected of public servants. The orientation also served as a venue to familiarize participants with the institution's values, programs, and employee development initiatives, enabling them to transition smoothly into their respective roles.
Topics covered during the orientation included the PGSC Profile and Organizational Structure, the 12 Integrity Core Values, prescribed dress code and government working hours, leave administration, Gender and Development (GAD), Republic Act No. 6713 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, and Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act (Bawal Bastos Law). Participants also received briefings on the Rewards and Recognition Program, Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace Programs, Health and Wellness Initiatives, and the Performance Management System and the Orientation on the QMS Quality Policy.
The discussions were facilitated by resource speakers from OPHRMO: Ms. Harzelen Mae P. Laconse, Ms. Krysteen Mae A. De Pedro, and Ms. Julie D. Serilo; from the Office of the Provincial Legal Officer (OPLO): Ms. Karen Joy S. Latumbo; Ms. Grace L. Maniego from the Office of the Provincial Governor- Internal Audit Services (OPG-IAS) and from the Office of the Provincial Population Office (OPPO): Ms. Joy Londres.
As the newest members of the Provincial Government of South Cotabato begin their journey in public service, this orientation serves as a strong foundation for their professional growth and commitment to ethical governance. Through continuous learning and values formation, the Provincial Government remains steadfast in building a workforce that exemplifies integrity, excellence, and genuine dedication to serving the people of South Cotabato.