The Philippines’ Department of Social Welfare and Development (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Kagalingan at Pagpapaunlad Panlipunan, abbreviated as DSWD) is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for the protection of the social welfare of rights of Filipinos and for promoting social development.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is the primary government agency mandated to develop, implement and coordinate social protection and poverty-reduction solutions for and with the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged. DSWD provides social protection to vulnerable groups such as orphans, abandoned children, street children, persons with disabilities, elderly persons, women, and indigenous peoples. The department also provides relief assistance during times of calamity and disaster. DSWD also works to prevent and alleviate poverty through its programs on livelihood, social housing, educational assistance, and cash transfers. They have a wide range of programs and services that touch the lives of Filipinos from all walks of life.
Interestingly, DSWD Region 6 has vacancies available until January 16 and 18, 2023.
Job Vacancies until January 16, 2023
One (1) Computer Maintenance Technologist I (Php 27,000 Monthly Salary)
- Education: BS Computer Science, BS Computer Engineering, BS Management Information Systems, BS Information Technology, or other related fields
- Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: None required
One (1) Computer Programmer I (Php 27,000 Monthly Salary)
- Education: BS Computer Science, BS Computer Engineering, BS Management Information Systems, BS Information Technology, or other related fields
- Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: Career Service Sub-Professional
- Additional Qualifications: MsSQL Query, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Job Vacancies until January 18, 2023
One (1) Administrative Aide VI (Clerk III) (Php 17,533 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job, or completion of two-year studies in college
- Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: None required
One (1) Administrative Assistant I (Computer Operator I) (Php 18,620 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Completion of two-year studies in college or High School graduate with relevant vocational/ trade courses
- Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: None required
One (1) Administrative Assistant II (Electronics & Communications Equipment Technician II) (Php 19,744 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering, BS Electronics and Communications Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering
- Experience: One (1) year of professional experience as Electronics Technician
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: None required
One (1) Administrative Assistant III (Computer Operator II) (Php 21,211 Monthly Salary)
- Education: BS Computer Science, BS Computer Engineering, BS Management Information Systems, BS Information Technology, or other related fields
- Experience: One (1) year of professional experience as Electronics Technician
- Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: None required
One (1) Administrative Officer IV (Php 36,619 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Experience: One (1) year of experience related to I.T., budget, and administrative work
- Training: At least fifty (50) hours of relevant training, preferably on I.T., budget, and administrative work
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents given below on or before January 16/18, 2023. Qualified applicants are also encouraged to apply online and attach a complete set of requirements through the link: http://bit.ly/dswdf6jobs.
- Application letter addressed to: MR. JOSELITO G. ESTEMBER – Asst. Regional Director for Administration/ HRMPSB Chairperson DSWD Field Office VI, M.H. del Pilar Street, Molo, Iloilo City
- Fully accomplished CSC Forms:
- Photocopies of the following documents:
- Transcript of Records and Diploma
- Training Certificates
- Performance rating in the present position for one (1) year or its equivalent and must have at least Very Satisfactory rating during the last period (for government employees)
All vacant positions shall be opened to all qualified applicants regardless of age, gender, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, social status, class, political affiliation, or other similar factors/ personal circumstances which run counter to the principles of merit and fitness for the job and equal employment opportunity.
Applications with incomplete requirements and applications after the said deadline will NOT be considered.
History
Social welfare as a basic function of the state was a concept that materialized only after the Second World War, although different groups were undertaking pockets of social work in the first decade of the American occupation in the country. After the war, the Philippine government gradually assumed the major responsibility for social welfare. In 1915, the Public Welfare Board (PWB) was created and was tasked to study, coordinate and regulate all government and private entities engaged in social services. In 1921, the PWB was abolished and replaced by the Bureau of Public Welfare under the Department of Public Instruction. On November 1, 1939, Commonwealth Act No. 439 created the Department of Health and Public Welfare and in 1941, the Bureau of Public Welfare officially became a part of the Department of Health and Public Welfare. In addition to coordinating services of all public and private social welfare institutions, the Bureau also managed all public child-caring institutions and the provision of child welfare services. In 1947, President Manuel Roxas abolished the Bureau of Public Welfare and created the Social Welfare Commission, under the Office of the President, in its place. In 1968, Republic Act 5416, known as the Social Welfare Act of 1968, created the Department of Social Welfare, placing it under the executive branch of government. In 1976, the Department of Social Welfare was renamed Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) through Presidential Decree No. 994. This was signed into law by President Ferdinand E. Marcos and gave the department an accurate institutional identity. On June 2, 1978, the DSSD was renamed Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) in line with the change in the form of government. In 1987, the MSSD was reorganized and renamed the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through Executive Order 123, which was signed by President Corazon C. Aquino. Executive Order No. 292, also known as the Revised Administration Code of 1987, established the name, organizational structure, and functional areas of responsibility of DSWD and further defined its statutory authority. In 1991, the passage of Republic Act No. 7160 otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991 affected the devolution of DSWD basic services to local government units. 1998 – President Joseph Ejercito Estrada issued Executive Order No. 15 “Redirecting the Functions and Operations of the Department of Social Welfare and Development” to strengthen the DSWD’s repositioning efforts that began soon after the implementation of the Local Government Code of 1991. 2003 – President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo issued Executive Order No. 221 amending Executive Order No. 15 which defined the mandate, roles, powers and functions of the DSWD. 2005 – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) approved the DSWD’s Rationalization and Streamlining Plan (RSP) on January 28, 2005 for implementation over the next five years. The RSP emphasizes the Department’s shift in policy, functions and programs in line with its steering role.
Source: DSWD Field Office VI – Human Resource Management and Development Divison