The Department of Science and Technology (abbreviated as DOST; Filipino: Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya), is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the coordination of science and technology-related projects in the Philippines and to formulate policies and projects in the fields of science and technology in support of national development.
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the premiere science and technology body in the country charged with the twin mandate of providing central direction, leadership and coordination of all scientific and technological activities, and of formulating policies, programs and projects to support national development.
Executive Order No. 128 mandates the Department to “provide central direction, leadership and coordination of scientific and technological efforts and ensure that the results therefrom are geared and utilized in areas of maximum economic and social benefits for the people”.
With the agency’s elevation to full cabinet stature by virtue of Executive Order 128 signed on 30 January 1987, the functions and responsibilities of DOST expanded correspondingly to include the following: pursue the declared state policy of supporting local scientific and technological effort; develop local capability to achieve technological self-reliance; and encourage greater private sector participation in research and development.
Interestingly, DOST Region 11 has vacancies available to apply:
One (1) Project Assistant I (SG8/ Php 22,798 Monthly Salary)
- Project Name/ Title: Establishment of Regional Science Centrum in Davao City
- Education: Graduate of Science course/s
- Training: Minimum of 8 hours relevant training or conducting activities
- Experience: With one (1) year relevant experience
- Eligibility: CS (Professional) Second Level Eligibility or RA 1080
- Place of Assignment: DOST XI Regional Office/ Science Centrum – Davao City
- Deadline of Submission: November 30, 2022
One (1) Clerk II – Supply and Property (SG4/ Php 17,992 Monthly Salary)
- Project Name/ Title: General Fund
- Education: Graduate of any business degree courses
- Training: Minimum of 8 hours relevant training or conducting activities
- Experience: Preferably with one (1) year relevant experience in procurement
- Eligibility: Preferably CS (Professional) Second Level Eligibility or RA 1080
- Place of Assignment: DOST XI Regional Office – Davao City
- Deadline of Submission: November 22, 2022
One (1) Science Research Specialist I – HVLS (SG13/ Php 35,758 Monthly Salary)
- Project Name/ Title: Project 2. DOST ETCH: Enhanced Testing Capabilities of DOST Halal Verification Laboratories (HVLs) in Support to the Philippine Tourism Industry (DOST Region XI Component)
- Education: Graduate of BS Chemistry (preferably Islam Religion)
- Training: Minimum of 24 hours relevant training in laboratory practices
- Experience: Preferably with one (1) year relevant experience in a laboratory environment
- Eligibility: Licensed Chemist
- Place of Assignment: DOST XI Regional Office – Davao City
- Deadline of Submission: November 18, 2022
One (1) Science Research Specialist I – Halal HAS (SG13/ Php 35,758 Monthly Salary)
- Project Name/ Title: Project 3. Development and Deployment of Halal Tourism Training Module and Halal Assurance Systems (HAS) to Secure Halal Compliance of Tourism Establishments (DOST Region XI Component)
- Education: Graduate of BS Food Technology or any science degree courses (preferably Islam)
- Training: Minimum of 24 hours relevant training in food
- Experience: Preferably with one (1) year relevant experience in food establishment
- Eligibility: CS Professional
- Place of Assignment: DOST XI Regional Office – Davao City
- Deadline of Submission: November 18, 2022
One (1) Science Aide – Halal HAS (SG4/ Php 17,992 Monthly Salary)
- Project Name/ Title: Project 3. Development and Deployment of Halal Tourism Training Module and Halal Assurance Systems (HAS) to Secure Halal Compliance of Tourism Establishments (DOST Region XI Component)
- Education: Graduate of any science degree courses
- Training: Minimum of 4 hours relevant training in food
- Experience: Preferably with one (1) year relevant experience
- Eligibility: CS Professional
- Place of Assignment: DOST XI Regional Office – Davao City
- Deadline of Submission: November 18, 2022
How to Apply
All interested and qualified applicants including persons with disability (PWD), members of indigenous communities, and those with diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and expression are encouraged to apply and should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents to the application letter and send to the address below not later than the dates of application deadline.
- Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with recent passport-sized picture (CS From No. 212, Revised 2017) which can be downloaded HERE;
- Work Experience Sheet (CSC prescribed form) which can be downloaded HERE;
- Performance rating in the present position for one (1) year;
- Photocopy of certificate of eligibility/ rating/ license;
- Photocopy of Transcript of Records and Diploma;
- Photocopies of Certificates of Trainings Attended; and
- Photocopies of Certificates of Awards and Other Recognitions (as indicated in your PDS)
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to hand in through courier/ email their application to:
DR. ANTHONY C. SALES, CESO III Regional Director Cor. Friendship and Dumanlas Roads, Bajada, Davao City hrmpsbregion11dostxi@gmail.com
APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.
The DOST in Brief
Originally established as the National Science and Development Board (NSDB) on 13 June 1958, it was reconstituted as the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) on 17 March 1981 with the vision of “A competent and competitive science and technology community with a social conscience.”
With the agency’s elevation to full cabinet stature by virtue of Executive Order 128 signed on 30 January 1987, the functions and responsibilities of DOST expanded correspondingly to include the following:
Pursue the declared state policy of supporting local scientific and technological effort
Develop local capability to achieve technological self-reliance
Encourage greater private sector participation in research and development
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the premiere science and technology body in the country charged with the twin mandate of providing central direction, leadership and coordination of all scientific and technological activities, and of formulating policies, programs and projects to support national development.
The Department through the years…
- 1958 – Congress passes a law establishing the National Science Development Board (NSDB) upon the recommendation of Dr. Frank Co Tui, who was tasked to survey the state of Philippine S&T during the Garcia administration;
- 1982 – NSDB revamped as the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) and accorded broader policy-making and program implementing functions;
- 1987 – NSTA elevated to Cabinet level and becomes the DOST in response to increasing demands for S&T intervention in national development.
Executive Order No. 128
"The DOST shall provide central direction, leadership and coordination of scientific and technological efforts and ensure that the result there geared and utilized in area of maximum economic and social benefits for the people"
Source: DOST Region 11