PGIN-PESO also received the same recognition in 2017, 2019, and
2022. It was also recognized for
achieving the “Highest Number of Individuals Reached through Labor Market
Information”, the “Highest Number of Hires on the Spot during Job Fairs”, the “Highest
Number of Applicants Placed”, being the “Best Implementer of the TUPAD Program”,
having the “Highest Number of Registered Employers”, winning the “Kabuhayan
Awards 2023 for Implementing Livelihood Programs”, being the “Top Performing
PESO in Career Development Support Programs”, receiving “Special Citations for
Implementing Job Start Philippines”, and for “Timely and Complete Submission of
Statistical Performance Reporting System”.
These awards were earned as a result of the provincial government’s
“steadfast efforts and commitment to facilitating employment opportunities and
fostering economic growth in the Ilocos region”.
Currently, the Province of Ilocos Norte boasts an employment rate
of 98.9% and has the lowest poverty incidence in the region at 2.5%.
PGIN’s PESO has been offering various key programs, including “Saguip
Nars”, “Naruay a Panggedan” job fair, “Special Program for the Employment of
Students” (SPES), MDG Caravan, the “PGIN Jobstart-Work Readiness Program”, “My
Skills IN My Future” career guidance counseling, and the
WorkINIlocosNorte.ph-Online Job Portal.
In 2023 alone, 110 individuals were hired through the “Saguip
Nars” Program, while 299 students benefited from SPES, and 50 individuals
participated in the Work Readiness Program.
Anne Marie Lizette B. Atuan, PESO officer-in-charge, expressed
her gratitude, stating, "It is a great pleasure to receive this award once
again. This recognition not only acknowledges the award itself but also
recognizes the initiatives implemented by PGIN under the leadership of our
Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc."
PGIN remains committed and intends to further strengthen its
employment services and programs, collaborating with various stakeholders to
empower the workforce and foster a prosperous future for Ilocos Norte. (Mariell J. Pahinag)
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