DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office

28/07/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐍𝐈𝐑 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 3𝐫𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐄𝐒𝐎 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟, 𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝘚𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘫𝘰𝘳, 𝘚𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘫𝘰𝘳 - The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Negros Island Region, led by Regional Director Atty. Randolf C. Pensoy, conducted the 3rd Quarter Meeting with Public Employment Service Office (PESO) Managers and visited the DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office on July 23, 2026.
In line with DOLE Secretary Francis N. Tolentino's directives, strategies were discussed to strengthen employment facilitation services and expand livelihood opportunities across the province. Among the key agenda items was the proposed conduct of a Job Fair, the first in more than five years, which aims to provide greater employment opportunities for local jobseekers in Siquijor.
To further improve local employment outcomes, DOLE also proposed holding an Employers' Forum to bridge the gap between jobseekers and employers by promoting better talent matching and addressing the needed workforce. In addition, the Department expressed its support for strengthened collaboration with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to enhance the employability of TESDA graduates through job placement initiatives.
Recognizing the province's tourism-driven economy and the need for sustainable livelihood interventions, Regional Director Pensoy also emphasized the importance of partnerships with different agencies and other stakeholders. He expressed DOLE's commitment to supporting livelihood programs that create sustainable income opportunities for the Siquijodnon.

11/07/2026

DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office Implements Compressed Workweek

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) – Negros Island Region (NIR) Siquijor Field Office informs the public that, effective June 29, 2026, the office has adopted a Compressed Workweek (CWW) in support of the government's energy conservation initiatives.

Under Office No. NIR-0018-2026, in restoration of four-day work week arrangement, the office will be open Monday to Thursday, from 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., to continue providing services to clients and stakeholders. There will be no office operations on Fridays.

The DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office remains committed to delivering efficient and quality public service. Clients are encouraged to visit the office during the revised office hours.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

11/07/2026

DOLE Orients 1,156 TUPAD Beneficiaries in Siquijor
The DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office oriented 1,156 TUPAD beneficiaries on July 8, 2026, at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo, Polangyuta, Siquijor, to prepare participants for program implementation.

The Department of Labor and Employment Negros Island Region (NIR) Siquijor Field Office successfully conducted a Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) orientation for 1,156 beneficiaries from across the Province of Siquijor on July 8, 2026, at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo in Barangay Polangyuta, Siquijor, Siquijor.

The orientation familiarized beneficiaries with the objectives, guidelines, responsibilities, and implementation process of the TUPAD program. They were also informed of the program's requirements, work duration, occupational safety measures, and the benefits they would receive upon successful completion of their assigned community work. This program offers temporary income support while enabling beneficiaries to contribute to community improvement projects. For many Siquijodnons facing limited employment opportunities, the program serves as an important source of financial assistance, helping families meet their daily needs and providing relief during periods of economic hardship.

Through TUPAD, DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office continues to promote inclusive employment opportunities and strengthen the economic resilience of vulnerable workers across the province.

DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office remains committed to delivering responsive employment programs that uplift disadvantaged workers and improve the quality of life of Siquijodnons through meaningful livelihood opportunities.

11/07/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨𝐩-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Francis N. Tolentino ranked 4th top-performing Cabinet official of the Marcos Jr. administration in the latest Tangere satisfaction survey.
Guided by the directives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., DOLE remains steadfast in its commitment to accelerating employment facilitation, strengthening labor relations, and elevating the quality of work for every Filipino.

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨𝐩-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Francis N. Tolentino ranked 4th top-performing Cabinet official of the Marcos Jr. administration in the latest Tangere satisfaction survey.

Guided by the directives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., DOLE remains steadfast in its commitment to accelerating employment facilitation, strengthening labor relations, and elevating the quality of work for every Filipino.

11/07/2026

DOLE conducts HIHVI inspection at Siquijor Hotel project

By Joseph Prince I. Gonzales, Senior Labor Employment Officer, and Jerome D. Alam, Senior Labor Employment Officer and Officer-in-Charge, DOLE Negros Island Region–Siquijor Field DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Negros Island Region–Siquijor Field Office successfully conducted a High Impact High Visibility Inspection (HIHVI) Program at the ongoing construction of the Siquijor Hotel and Convention Center, implemented by Monocrete Construction Philippines, Inc., to strengthen compliance with labor laws, occupational safety and health (OSH) standards, and other government regulations through a coordinated inter-agency inspection.

The High Impact High Visibility Inspection (HIHVI) Program is one of the Department's key labor law enforcement strategies that focuses on establishments with significant workforce populations and high-risk operations. Through comprehensive workplace inspections, the program aims to ensure compliance with General Labor Standards, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, and other labor-related legislation while providing technical assistance to employers in addressing compliance gaps.

The inspection was conducted jointly with partner national and local government agencies, highlighting the importance of a whole-of-government approach in safeguarding workers' welfare and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Participating agencies included the Provincial Engineering Office (PEO), Municipal Engineering Office (MEO), Pag-IBIG Fund Siquijor Field Office, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Siquijor Provincial Office, and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Siquijor.
During the inspection, the participating agencies evaluated compliance within their respective mandates.

DOLE assessed adherence to labor standards and occupational safety and health requirements, while the engineering offices reviewed construction-related standards. The Bureau of Fire Protection examined fire safety compliance, Pag-IBIG Fund verified workers' social protection coverage, and DTI provided technical guidance relevant to applicable business and regulatory requirements.

The inter-agency inspection provided Monocrete Construction Philippines, Inc. with an opportunity to strengthen compliance with labor and occupational safety standards, improve workplace practices, and immediately address identified concerns through appropriate corrective measures.

The inspection also highlighted the government's commitment to protecting workers' rights and welfare. By ensuring compliance with labor laws and occupational safety and health standards, the activity helps promote safe workplaces, fair labor practices, and the protection of workers' welfare.

The successful conduct of the inspection underscores the value of inter-agency collaboration in promoting responsible business practices, protecting workers, and supporting infrastructure development in the province. Through sustained labor law enforcement, technical assistance, and partnership with stakeholders, DOLE Negros Island Region–Siquijor Field Office remains steadfast in its mission to foster decent work and safe workplaces.

24/06/2026

DOLE Siquijor, BJMP partner for PDL cash payout

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Negros Island Region - Siquijor Field Office paid ₱8,250 each to 51 Siquijor District Jail Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) on June 5, 2026, after their 15-day TUPAD work program inside the facility.

The successful payout marks the completion of a vital partnership between DOLE and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP). Spearheaded by Jerome D. Alam, Senior Labor and Employment Officer (LEO), the initiative provided immediate financial relief to the beneficiaries while actively engaging them in productive rehabilitation activities.

During the 15-day program, the 51 PDL beneficiaries rendered daily community services tailored to the facility's needs. Their work included establishing vegetable gardens, grass cutting, bayong making, and maintaining the surroundings inside the district jail premises.

The Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program plays a crucial role in the holistic rehabilitation of PDLs. Beyond the financial compensation, the program restores a sense of dignity, purpose, and civic responsibility. It allows beneficiaries to contribute meaningfully to their immediate community, learn valuable agricultural and maintenance skills, and earn an income to help support their families on the outside despite being incarcerated.

"This payout is a testament to the government's commitment to inclusive social protection, ensuring that even those in our correctional facilities are not left behind," said Jerome D. Alam, Senior LEO.

Officials from both DOLE and BJMP were there to make sure the cash was given out properly. The amount was based on the region’s highest daily minimum wage rate of ₱550.

DOLE Siquijor remains determined to continue its mission of delivering emergency employment and social protection to vulnerable sectors across the province.

19/06/2026

438 Siquijor Workers Receive TUPAD Wages

A total of 438 TUPAD beneficiaries in Siquijor received their wages today at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo, Polangyuta, after completing 20 days of community work.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Negros Island Region – Siquijor Field Office successfully conducted the payout of wages under the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program for 438 beneficiaries in the Province of Siquijor.

Held at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo in Polangyuta, Siquijor, the payout covered workers who rendered 20 consecutive days of work at six hours per day. Each beneficiary received a total of Php11,000 in wages.

The TUPAD program serves as a short-term employment measure that provides immediate income support to disadvantaged and displaced workers. Through temporary work opportunities, the program helps beneficiaries address financial needs while contributing to community-based activities.

The activity was facilitated by Jerome D. Alam, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, with the support of the DOLE Siquijor Field Office personnel, ensuring the orderly and efficient distribution of wages to all beneficiaries.

DOLE remains steadfast in implementing employment programs that support vulnerable workers and promote inclusive and sustainable livelihood opportunities in Siquijor.

12/06/2026

DOLE NIR Siquijor Marks 128th Independence Day

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Negros Island Region–Siquijor Field Office celebrated the 128th Philippine Independence Day on June 12, 2026, at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo, Polangyuta, Siquijor, Siquijor, highlighting the TUPAD payout to 500 beneficiaries and the delivery of frontline government services under the theme, "Kalayaan. Kinabukasan. Kasaysayan."

In celebration of the nation's 128th Independence Day, the DOLE NIR-Siquijor Field Office actively participated in the provincial commemoration held at Dogukanan sa Kapitolyo, Polangyuta, Siquijor, Siquijor. The event brought together government agencies and community members in honoring the country's freedom while promoting programs and services that contribute to the welfare and development of the Siquijodnon people.

A major highlight of the celebration was the payout under the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) Program. A total of 500 beneficiaries from different municipalities in the province received their wages after completing 20 days of community work. Each beneficiary received Php 11,000, providing temporary employment assistance and additional financial support to their families.

The event also featured the frontline services of partner government agencies, including the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Siquijor, Social Security System (SSS) Siquijor, and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Siquijor.

TESDA Siquijor provided enrollment assistance for various qualifications, applications for assessment under the Competency Assessment and Certification for Workers (CACW), and client profiling services for individuals seeking skills training and certification opportunities.
Meanwhile, PSA Siquijor offered National ID registration, printing of ePhilIDs, updating of demographic information, assistance under the Birth Registration Assistance Project (BRAP), and other civil registration services.
SSS Siquijor also extended its services through Annual Confirmation of Pensioners (ACOP), online assistance for SSS members, and updating of members' contact information, ensuring easier access to social security services.

Representatives from PSA, SSS, and TESDA delivered messages of support during the program, expressing their continued commitment to working closely with DOLE in bringing essential government services closer to the public and improving the lives of Siquijodnons.

The successful implementation of the activity was spearheaded by Mr. Jerome D. Alam, whose leadership and coordination contributed to the smooth conduct of the Independence Day celebration and service delivery activities.

Through the participation of various government agencies, residents were able to access essential services in one venue, reinforcing the government's commitment to responsive and people-centered public service.

As it continues to implement programs that promote employment, social protection, and community development, DOLE NIR-Siquijor Field Office remains committed to uplifting and assisting the lives of Siquijodnon people through accessible, meaningful, and inclusive public service

04/06/2026

DOLE NIR Siquijor Field Office Conducts LEES for SSC Graduates

The Department of Labor and Employment NIR - Siquijor Field Office conducted a Labor Education and Employment Services (LEES) orientation for nearly 900 graduating students of Siquijor State College (SSC) on June 3, 2025, at the SSC campus in North Poblacion, Larena, Siquijor.

The activity was facilitated by Engr. Joseph Prince I. Gonzales, Senior Labor and Employment Officer (LEO), who provided students with essential information on employment opportunities, workers’ rights and responsibilities, labor standards, and government employment programs. The orientation aimed to prepare graduating students for their transition from school to the workforce by equipping them with practical knowledge on job hunting, workplace expectations, and labor-related policies.
Through the LEES program, students gained a better understanding of their rights as future workers and learned how to access various employment services offered by the government. The activity also encouraged participants to become informed, responsible, and competitive job seekers as they begin their professional careers.

DOLE-NIR Siquijor Field Office continues to strengthen employment preparedness among graduating students through labor education initiatives that help build a more informed and job-ready workforce.

04/06/2026

DOLE NIR - Siquijor Field Office Holds Technical Advisory Visit in Larena

DOLE Siquijor conducted a Technical Advisory Visit (TAV) on May 28, 2026, at the Larena Queen Gate Center in Poblacion, Larena, Siquijor, attended by micro-establishment owners to promote labor standards compliance and OSHS compliance.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Siquijor conducted a Technical Advisory Visit (TAV) for micro-establishment owners in the municipality of Larena. The activity was held at the Larena Queen Gate Center in North Poblacion, Larena, Siquijor. Engr. Joseph Prince I. Gonzales, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, facilitated the activity and explained the goals and importance of TAV. He highlighted that the program helps business owners understand and comply with labor laws and safety workplace standards. The activity also provided participants with guidance on improving labor practices and ensuring the welfare of their workers.

“The Technical Advisory Visit helps establishments comply with labor standards and improve safety workplace practices,” Engr. Gonzales said.

TAV is one of DOLE’s programs that encourages voluntary compliance with labor regulations through education and technical assistance.

DOLE Siquijor remains committed to promoting labor standards and OSH compliance and supporting local businesses through advisory services and capacity-building initiatives.