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05/06/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 | 𝟕𝟒𝟖 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐒; 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝟑

For the period of May 29 – June 4, 2026, topping the list of vacancies are professional nurses (748), this may be attributed to the need for nurses in the region’s health care as many residents are now getting so conscious of staying healthy further enhanced by the massive campaign of the local and national government agencies including the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) VII by including the YAKAP campaign in their programs in cooperation with PhilHealth.
Following the top job for the past week are production machine operators (500), call center agents (420), school nurses (300), and production workers (115).

For the past days, the other jobs that made it to the top 20 are teachers for tertiary and secondary levels, physiotherapist, clerk, cashier, and registering last in the list is telecommunication specialist.

While for the locations in the region where the job vacancies are found include Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Cebu City, Talisay City, Bogo City, Danao City, Compostela which are all on the eastern side of Cebu and Balamban which is the lone town in the western part of Cebu that figured in the top 10 jobsites for the past 7 days. Outside of it that made to the list are Panglao and Tagbilaran City in Bohol.

With the help of PESO Managers led by Kim Romagos Francisco. it is the hope of DOLE VII that the vacancies and jobsites shared here can assist our jobseekers get employment fast and be part of the 20,000 jobs commitment which the region has launched in Panglao, Bohol under the Trabaho para sa Bayan initiative through the leadership of Regional Director Atty Roy L Buenafe, Secretary Francis Tolentino, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Next week, check the latest Labor Market Information for more opportunities for employment and jobsites will be posted so jobseekers are advised to always prepare their credentials, skills, attitudes and aspirations and know their target industries so well as these are some of the most telling indicators as to their chances of employment.

For more information, visit the government’s job portal via PhilJobNet.gov.ph (Roberto M Cabardo/DOLE VII AOV/LIOIII)

04/06/2026

DOLE VII JOBS | WE NEED YOU! APPLY NOW!

DOLE VII needs Two (2) Labor and Employment Officer III (Plantilla Position) and One (1) Administrative Assistant III (Secretary II)

Wait no more. Apply immediately and be part of the DOLE VII Family!

Email: [email protected] or call (032) 266-2792

03/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐔𝐄𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐒 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Central Visayas has issued Work Stoppage Orders (WSOs) against three telecommunications companies in Cebu for failing to comply with occupational safety and health (OSH) standards.

According to DOLE Regional Director Atty. Roy L. Buenafe, the violations were discovered during inspections of telecommunications and electric distribution companies. Inspectors found workers installing cable wires on utility poles without proper personal protective equipment (PPE), while the companies were also unable to identify designated safety officers responsible for overseeing workplace safety.

Regional Director Buenafe emphasized that companies must ensure the presence of qualified safety officers and strictly implement safety programs to protect workers and prevent further accidents.

The issuance of the Work Stoppage Orders (WSOs) is in line with the directive of DOLE Secretary Francis N. Tolentino to strengthen the enforcement of occupational safety and health standards, consistent with the administration’s commitment under President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., to safeguard workers’ welfare and uphold the dignity of labor.

Regional Director Buenafe said the action was prompted by the increasing number of work-related accidents in the region. In 2025 alone, around 20 workplace accidents involving telecommunications and utility-related work were recorded, including several fatalities. The trend has continued into 2026, raising concerns over worker safety.

Apart from risks faced by employees, DOLE also cited the dangers posed by improperly managed and dangling wires to the general public, particularly motorists and commuters.

The three companies that received WSOs will be summoned to a conference this week and required to submit proof of compliance with labor and safety regulations. DOLE will likewise assess the companies’ workplace practices and the implementation of OSH programs before considering lifting the work stoppage orders.

DOLE Region VII emphasized that the establishments cited were among the initial companies inspected under the region’s ongoing labor inspection and enforcement program. Inspections will continue across various establishments, and appropriate enforcement actions, including sanctions and compliance orders, may be taken against those found in violation of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards. (Althea Louise D. Majan/DOLE-IPS)

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03/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐓𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐍, 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐂𝐄𝐁𝐔

Earlier today, June 3, 2026, the Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office VII-Cebu Provincial Field Office) conducted monitoring activities for the implementation of the TUPAD Brigada Eskwela Program at Jaclupan Elementary School and Jaclupan National High School in Barangay Jaclupan, Talisay City, Cebu.

A total of 79 TUPAD beneficiaries will benefit from this initiative, with a project allocation amounting to ₱426,600.00. Through their participation, beneficiaries contribute to the preparation and improvement of school facilities in support of the upcoming school year while receiving temporary employment assistance.

The TUPAD Brigada Eskwela Program continues to demonstrate the government's commitment to providing emergency employment opportunities while promoting community participation in creating a safe, clean, and conducive learning environment for our learners. (Dessa Marie Booc with RMC & Photos by Ru Altiche)

03/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐓𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐂𝐄𝐁𝐔

The Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office VII (DOLE 7), through its Cebu Provincial Field Office (CPFO), continues the implementation of TUPAD Brigada Eskwela 2026 at Jaclupan Elementary School and Jaclupan National High School in Barangay Jaclupan, Talisay City, Cebu.

On the third day of Brigada Eskwela activities, which commenced on June 1, 2026, TUPAD beneficiaries were actively engaged in cleaning and preparing the school facilities in time for the opening of classes. Many of the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the improvement of the school where some of their own children are enrolled.

Through the program, beneficiaries were able to help ensure a clean, safe, and conducive learning environment for students while at the same time earning wages through TUPAD. The Brigada Eskwela activities in the school are scheduled from June 1 to 5, 2026, while the TUPAD implementation will continue until June 10, 2026 to support the cleaning and maintenance of other areas within the barangay.

A total of 79 TUPAD beneficiaries are participating in this year's Brigada Eskwela implementation in Talisay City, with 39 beneficiaries assigned at Jaclupan Elementary School and 40 beneficiaries at Jaclupan National High School a total funding allocation of ₱426,600, reflecting DOLE 7’s continued commitment to providing emergency employment opportunities while promoting community development and supporting the education sector.

Through programs such as TUPAD Brigada Eskwela, DOLE 7 continues to uphold its commitment to delivering responsive and meaningful services that benefit workers, families, and communities.(Dessa Marie Booc with RMC & Photos Ru Altiche)

02/06/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 | 𝐓𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐔𝐍𝐅𝐔𝐑𝐋𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐁𝐔 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘

Fifty TUPAD beneficiaries together with the teachers in the elementary and high schools of barangay Hipodromo in Cebu City joined hands in preparing the classrooms and school surroundings for the opening of classes on June 8 this school year.

Rovina Rosario T. Banlasan, 31 years old, mother of 2 students of Hipodromo Elem School and Junior High School expressed how grateful she is as a TUPAD beneficiary because the salary she will receive can go a long way in supporting the needs of her two children who are in Grade 5 and Grade 8 and in buying food for her family.

Banlasan shared, “Daghang salamat sa DOLE VII ug sa atong gobyerno. Hinaut padayon ning himoon nila.” (Thank you so much DOLE VII and our government. I hope they will sustain this.)

The TUPAD beneficiaries were also assisted by the barangay officials, volunteers from DOLE VII and the community. The DOLE personnel were from MALSU, ORD, ARD, IMSD, and Tri-City Field Office led by Officer-in-Charge, Ma. Teresa Tanquiamco.

The regional labor department’s Tri-City Field Office has allocated over P40 million for the program that runs for 10 days at the minimum all for the purpose of helping the beneficiaries so in turn they can also help their children’s education and the school which is an important institution in Philippine society. (Roberto M Cabardo/DOLE VII AOV/LIO III)

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02/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝟕 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Armed with broomsticks, dustpans, floor wax, rags, cleaning materials, and a shared commitment to public service, personnel of the Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office VII (DOLE-7) participated in Brigada Eskwela 2026 at Hipodromo Night High School on June 2, 2026.

The activity formed part of the Department’s support to the TUPAD Brigada Eskwela initiative and reaffirmed its commitment to nation-building beyond the workplace. Led by Regional Director Atty. Roy L. Buenafe, Ms. Ma. Teresa D. Tanquiamco- OIC TCFO, and DOLE-7 personnel joined teachers, school staff, and TUPAD beneficiaries preparing classrooms and school facilities for the opening of another academic year.

With cleaning materials in hand and service in their hearts, the DOLE volunteers worked side by side to sweep floors, wipe windows, polish classroom fixtures, painting chairs and desks, organize learning spaces, and improve the overall condition of the school. What may seem like simple acts of cleaning and preparation carried a much deeper purpose—to create a safe, welcoming, and conducive learning environment where students can thrive and pursue their dreams.

Brigada Eskwela has long been a symbol of the Filipino spirit of bayanihan, where individuals from different sectors come together for a common cause. For DOLE-7 personnel, the activity served as a reminder that public service extends beyond the four corners of an office. It is reflected in every act of kindness, every helping hand extended to a community, and every effort made to improve the lives of others.

Beyond cleaning and repairs, Brigada Eskwela is about building relationships and strengthening communities. It is a reminder that education is a shared responsibility—one that requires the participation of government agencies, private organizations, local communities, parents, and volunteers. Every swept floor, cleaned desk, and organized classroom contributes to a learning environment where students feel valued, inspired, and ready to learn.

The Office also donated school supplies for the benefit of both students and teaching staff. These contributions were made possible through the generosity of DOLE-7 personnel, who shared their blessings by donating various school supplies in support of the Brigada Eskwela initiative.

As schools across the country prepare to welcome millions of learners, initiatives such as Brigada Eskwela continue to highlight the power of collective action. When government, educators, parents, and community members unite with a common purpose, they create opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom. They help shape environments where learners can dream bigger, learn better, and build brighter futures.

The activity stands as a testament to the enduring Filipino values of cooperation, compassion, and shared responsibility. More importantly, it serves as an inspiration that even the simplest acts of volunteerism can leave a lasting impact on the lives of others.
Indeed, the Department remains steadfast in embodying the true spirit of public service, carrying forward a message that continues to resonate in every community it serves: “𝐀𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄, 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐍𝐚!”

(Kevin C. Bitor with RMC & Photos by Mars Alvia/DOLE VII)

01/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 – 𝐁𝐅𝐎 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Bohol Field Office headed by Vivencio E. Lagahid successfully conducted the 2026 Labor Day Celebration for Workers in the Informal Sector last Thursday at Panda Tea Garden and Suites, Tagbilaran City, Bohol.

The activity brought together a total of 117 participants, mostly workers from the informal sector for a day of learning, information-sharing, and recognition of their important contribution to the local economy and community development.

Participants were also given the opportunity to learn about various government programs and services that may help improve their livelihoods and overall well-being.

Representatives from several partner agencies joined the celebration and shared information on their respective programs, services, and assistance available to workers and their families. Their participation helped make the event more meaningful by providing attendees with access to relevant information and opportunities from different government offices.

DOLE Bohol Field Office extends its sincere appreciation to all partner agencies, stakeholders, and participants who took part in the activity.

Through continued collaboration and commitment, we remain steadfast in our goal of bringing government services closer to the people, especially to workers in the informal sector.

Informal sector workers are those whose jobs or businesses are not fully regulated, registered, or protected by the government’s formal labor system.

Informal does not necessarily mean workers have no employer but this connotes two common situations: (1) Self-employed informal workers which may include street vendors, small market sellers, tricycle drivers, freelance repair workers, and home-based food sellers and (2) domestic helpers paid informally, construction laborers hired casually, farm workers paid daily, and workers in small unregistered businesses.

Under this collective set up, these workers do have employers but there may be no written contract, taxes and social contributions may not be paid, labor laws may not be fully allowed, and benefits like healthcare, paid leave, or retirement may be missing.

The key idea is that the work is outside or only partly inside the formal legal and social protection system.

In the Philippines, a few examples of informal sector are those in sari-sari store owners, jeepney or tricycle.

Just to emphasize, the labor department caters to both workers from the formal and informal sectors.(Photos & Text by James Eduard M. Cabaňero with RMC/DOLE VII)

01/06/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 |𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐒𝐇 𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐀𝐏𝐔-𝐋𝐀𝐏𝐔 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐔𝐄

Continuing the region’s initiative, the Barangay OSH Patrol extended its network to Mandaue City and Lapu-Lapu City. An initiative of DOLE Region VII Regional Director Atty. Roy L. Buenafe, the program aims to strengthen the capacity of barangay officials and frontline personnel in promoting occupational safety and health, preventing accidents, and fostering a culture of safety within their respective communities.

Last week, barangay personnel from 12 barangays in Mandaue City and Lapu-Lapu City successfully participated in the “OSH Awareness and Accident Prevention Orientation for Barangay Officials – Basic Occupational Safety and Health Training for Safety Officers.” The training sought to raise awareness among barangay officials on the importance of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) in both workplaces and communities, equip participants with basic knowledge of OSH standards and relevant legislation, enhance local capacities in identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace hazards, and promote inter-agency collaboration in building a culture of safety, health, and accountability.

During the two-day activity, participants were introduced to key OSH concepts and practices, including the fundamentals of Occupational Safety and Health, salient features of OSH legislation, basic safety rules and measures, electrical safety awareness, industrial hygiene and chemical safety, and Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control (HIRAC). It also underscored the participants’ shared responsibility in championing occupational safety and health at the grassroots level.

The participants came from the barangays of Maguikay, Bakilid, Subangdaku, Cabancalan, Banilad, and Jagobiao in Mandaue City, and Punta Engaño, Pajac, Basak, Ibo, Pajo, and Subabasbas in Lapu-Lapu City which consisted of barangay councilors, barangay secretaries, barangay tanods, barangay health workers, and members of the Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils (DRRMCs), all of whom play a crucial role in maintaining safety, security, and preparedness within their communities.

Through this initiative, participants gained valuable knowledge and practical insights that will help them identify hazards, prevent accidents, and promote safer and healthier environments in their respective barangays.

Following the completion of the training, all participants took part in the Pledge of Commitment administered by Assistant Regional Director Emmanuel Y. Ferrer.

The pledge is encapsulized by the lines, “In making this commitment, we recognize that safety is everyone’s responsibility. Together, we can build a healthier, safer, and more resilient barangay for all.”

The activity was also a manifestation of DOLE's commitment to the agreement it had with the Department of Interior and Local Government last April 28, 2026 that provided the imprimatur for Barangay OSH Patrol program of DOLE VII to be replicated in other barangays in the region. (Kevin Bitor with RMC & photos by Limart Bering)

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29/05/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖 | 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐎𝐌 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐂. 𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐒 𝐓𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐎

In presiding the month’s Management Committee (ManCom) meeting, DOLE VII Regional Director Atty. Roy L. Buenafe opened his presentation about the newly-appointed DOLE Secretary Francis Tolentino who succeeded former Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma.

The presentation featured Secretary Tolentino’s personal circumstances, the professional background as a well-schooled lawyer who had a string of masteral courses in law overseas, experiences as mayor, MMDA chair, senator who chaired a number of committees and authored a number of legislations and now as the country’s labor department leader.

The meeting today unfolds at a time when the second month of the 2nd Quarter is ending thereby providing opportunities to check accomplishments and bottlenecks as well as validation if the regional performance is on point. (Roberto M Cabardo/DOLE VII AOV/LIO III)

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