Referral and Placement:

• Q: How can the job seekers avail the referral and placement services provided by QC PESO?
  • A: Interested applicants can visit QC PESO to register and submit their resume/biodata. QC PESO will then match their skills and qualifications with the available job vacancies.
• Q: Is there any cost associated with the referral and placement services?
  • A: No, QC PESO’s referral and placement services are free of charge for both job seekers and employers.

Job Fair:

• Q: When and where are the job fairs organized by QC PESO usually held?
  • A: Job fairs are organized periodically, and information about upcoming events is usually posted on the official website of QC PESO.
• Q: How can employers participate in QC PESO’s job fairs?
  • A: Employers interested in participating in job fairs can contact QC PESO for details on accreditation and participation guidelines.

Employer Engagement:

• Q: Can employers submit job openings directly to QC PESO for matching with potential candidates?
  • A: Yes, employers can submit their job vacancies directly to QC PESOga, which will then match them with suitable candidates from the database.
• Q: What are the necessary requirements for Employer’s Accreditation?
  • A: The following are the necessary requirements for Employer’s Accreditation:
    • Business Permit
    • BIR Certificate (if Non-QC)
    • SEC/DTI Registration
    • Company Profile
    • Job Vacancies with Qualification (for local employment)
    • Job Order (for overseas employment)
    • DOLE License (for local manpower agencies)
    • POEA License (for overseas recruitment agencies)
    • List of Clients (for local manpower agencies)
    • PhilJobnet Registration
    • Certificate of No Pending Case issued by the Department of Labor and Employment
    • Letter of Intent addressed to QCPESO Department Head

• Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Government Internship Program?
  • A: To be eligible for the program, applicants must be:
    • Aged 18-30 years old
    • At least a graduate of High School/Senior High, or its equivalent level under the Alternative Learning System, or Technical-Vocational Graduate
    • Without work experience except those identified under Section 2 (d) and (e) of DOLE Department Order No. 204-19.
    • Individuals up to 35 years old may be accommodated as beneficiaries under exceptional circumstances, specifically in areas that are hardly hit or stricken by disasters and natural calamities, such as typhoons, earthquakes, and the like, including those man-made calamities.

• Q: How long is the duration of the internship under this program?
  • A: The period for this program spans 30 days.
• Q: What types of Projects and tasks do interns typically work on during the program?
  • A: Interns in the Government Internship Program are usually assigned a variety of tasks related to their field of study and also often found in the local government office.

• Q: How can students and out-of-school youth apply for this program?
  • A: Interested individuals can visit the QC PESO and inquire about the application process for the Special Program for Employment of Students and Out of School Youth.
• Q: What types of jobs are available under the SPES program?
  • A: QC PESO Jobs offered through the SPES program can vary but are often found in government offices, local government units, non-governmental organizations, and private sector partners. Positions may include administrative roles, fieldwork, and other suitable tasks.

• Q: What types of emergency employment opportunities does QC PESO provide?
  • A: QC PESO offers temporary employment opportunities during emergencies or crises to help affected individuals sustain their livelihoods.
• Q: What are the benefits of Participating in Emergency Employment?
  • A:  Benefits may include immediate income, skill development, and the satisfaction of contributing to emergency response efforts and program implementation of the local government.

• Q: Who can benefit from Career Guidance and Employment Coaching services?
  • A: Career Guidance and Employment Coaching are beneficial for individuals at various career stages, including students, recent graduates, mid-career professionals, and those seeking a career change or re-entering the workforce.
• Q: What services are typically offered in Career Guidance and Employment Coaching programs?
  • A:  QC PESO Services may include:
    • Career assessments and interest inventories.
    • Resume writing and cover letter assistance.
    • Job search strategies and networking guidance.
    • Interview preparation and skills development.
    • Career exploration and goal setting.
    • Skill assessment and development.

• Q: How can first-time job seekers avail of the benefits under this Act?
  • A: To avail, the applicant must only have the following criteria for eligibility:
    • a Filipino citizen.
    • a first-time job seeker.
    • actively looking for work or employment.
    • Must be a resident of Quezon City and resident of the Barangay issuing the barangay certification for at least six (6) months.

• Q: What are the necessary requirements to avail this program?
  • A: The First Time Job Seekers must submit the following:
    • Resume or Biodata
    • PESO Application Form for First Time Jobseekers/ Pre-Employment Financial Aid
    • Checklist of pre-employment requirements from the hiring employer
    • Certification from the Barangay that the job seeker is qualified beneficiary of the RA 11261 or the First Time Jobseeker Act of 2009

• Q: What are the necessary requirements to secure Certificate of Compliance from QC PESO?
  • A: Private Construction Companies (Contractors) must submit the following:
    • Letter of Intent Address to PESO Department Head
    • Notice of Award
    • Notice of Commence/Proceed
    • List of Labor Requirements
    • Skills Registry System (SRS) Form
    • Pictures of Publications posted in Three (3) Conspicuous Area

• Q: What other benefits will we be accessing aside from migration knowledge?
  • A: Assessment and case management services so that an individual can be endorsed or referred to other programs and services they are qualified in.
    • Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar (PEOS)
    • Pre-Migration Orientation Seminar (PMOS)
    • Safe Regular Orderly Migration Seminar
    • Smart Child: E – Habilin Orientation
    • Overseas Filipino Worker and Family Circles Organizing
    • OFW Youth Group Organizing
    • Quezon City BalinkBayan Portal & Quezon City Migrants Resource Center Facebook Page

• Q: What will I be benefiting from once I finished these trainings?
  • A: Training finishers will be given certifications of completion of their training that can be used for pre-employment and pre-departure purposes.
    • Bayanihan Savings for OFWs & their families
    • Entrepreneurial Development Training
    • Financial Literacy for OFW Families
    • Labor Migration Training
    • Values Formation & Management Seminar
    • Capacity Building for OFW children left – behind
    • Capacity Building for Caregivers of OFW Children
    • Capacity Building: Organizational Development for Overseas Filipino Workers and their Family Circles Chapters

Case Management & Psycho-Social Counselling

• Q: Will my information that I will be sharing be kept confidential?
  • A: Yes, only the case officer handling the case will have access to the confidential information.

Case Management & Psycho-Social Counselling

• Q: Will my information that I will be sharing be kept confidential?
  • A: Yes, only the case officer handling the case will have access to the confidential information.

Welcome Ka – Kyusi : Uwian na Program for Distressed & Displaced OFWs

• Q: How can one avail the transportation assistance?
  • A: If the client is deemed distressed or displaced upon assessment of their application for the Welcome Home Ka–Kyusi.

• Q: What is the purpose of the Kumustahan?
  • A: The Kumustahan was originally developed for monitoring application/intervention statuses of clients both on-site and returnees so that clients are up to date with their pending city service requests or application.

• Q: How can domestic workers (Kasambahay) register?
  • A: The employer/s or the domestic workers themselves may register in the barangay where the residence of employers or the workplace of the Kasambahay is located.
• Q: What documents are required for registration?
  • A: Specific requirements for Kasambahay Registration can vary depending on the jurisdiction of the respective barangay. Generally, documents such as Identification Card, Proof of Residence, and Employment Contract shall be presented upon registration.

• Q:  What distinguishes child labor from child work?
  • A: Child labor involves work that is mentally, physically, socially, or morally harmful to children, and it interferes with their education and development. In contrast, child work refers to activities or tasks performed by children that are age-appropriate, non-hazardous, and do not interfere with their schooling, recreational activities, and overall well-being.

• Q: Who may avail of the services provided by the CLPEP?
  • A: The following may avail the services of CLPEP:
    • Children who are either currently engaged, or have been victims of any forms of child labor;
    • Families of child laborers who may require support, guidance, or interventions to improve their socio-economic conditions; and
    • Community members, stakeholders, and organizations interested in contributing to the prevention and elimination of child labor within the city.

• Q: How can I report cases of child labor?
  • A: Concerned citizens can report cases of child labor and child abuse to DOLE and DSWD by sending a message to 0960-377-9863 or 0915-802-2375, with the e-mail address makabata1383@cwc.gov.ph.
  • You may also reach out to specialized hotlines like Makataba Helpline 1383 and QCitizen Helpline 122.

Your vigilance and proactive reporting play a vital role in protecting children’s rights and in ensuring their well-being.

• Q: What are the requirements for workers’ organization?
  • A:
    • List of Members and Officers
    • Constitution and By-laws
• Q: Is there an age requirement to be a member of a workers’ association?
  • A: All of the members of a workers’ association must be of legal age.
• Q: Is it necessary for a workers’ organization to be accredited or registered to a Government agency before submitting an application for registration of workers’ association?
  • A: No. Kindly refer to the requirements for the registration of workers’ association listed above.
• Q: Is it possible to amend or change the contents of the Constitution and By-laws of the workers’ association after the registration?
  • A: Yes. It is up to the members of the workers’ association discretion to amend or change the contents of their Constitution and By-laws.

• Q: What are the topics that are usually discussed under LMES?
  • A:
    • General Labor Standards
    • Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards (Republic Act No. 11058)
    • Mental Health in the Workplace
    • Wage Order
    • Family Welfare Program
    • CREATE Law
    • TRAIN Law
    • Other relevant topics

• Q: How can a company or organization join the LMES?
  • A: Interested participants may look at the QC PESO Facebook page for updates about the upcoming LMES.

• Q: How to set a schedule for a LAIR campaign within a barangay or school?
  • A: Kindly submit a request letter and address it to the PESO Manager.
• Q: How can one file a report if illegal recruitment activities are observed in a certain area?
  • A: Concerned QCitizens may file a report directly to PESO or file a report via email at lrsd.peso@quezoncity.gov.ph.

• Q: How can a company or organization join the QC-TIPC?
  • A: A company or organization that is operating within the City may submit a membership form to the QC-TIPC Secretariat.
• Q: How can one request for assistance with labor and/or employment issue(s)?
  • A: A QCitizen who is seeking assistance with labor and/or employment issue(s) may visit the PESO.

• Q: Is this program only available for residents of Quezon City?
  • A: No. Non-residents of Quezon City are welcome to request for assistance.
• Q: What are the types of assistance that could be provided under this program?
  • A: Legal consultation;
    • Referral to PESO programs; and
    • Referral to other Government agencies