Finding work abroad through POEA
Nov 29, 2005
How to secure referral from POEA
Applicants for overseas employment may secure referral from POEA at the
Manpower Registry Division by submitting comprehensive resume, school credentials and other documents that attest to the experience, training and trade or professional certification of the applicant.
Role of the Administration in migrant worker education
In accordance with the policy of full disclosure, the Administration shall provide a comprehensive and integrated education program on overseas employment in all stages of recruitment and employment in partnership with other relevant organizations and government entities.
Programs implemented by the Administration
The Administration shall conduct a nationwide, multi-media and sustainable grassroots information campaign to create public awareness on the realities of overseas employment.
Changes in Migrant Workers orientation
The POEA is paving the way for an OWWA Membership Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) Program.
Orienting licensed agency representatives and foreign employers
The Administration shall have the responsibility of providing orientation to officials and staff of licensed agencies and foreign employers on the requirements, standards, laws and regulations in the recruitment and employment of Filipino workers.
Contact Information
THE GOVERNMENT PLACEMENT BRANCH (GPB)
Philippine Overseas Employment Administration
Ground Floor, POEA Building
EDSA cor Ortigas Avenue
Mandaluyong City, Philippines
Telephone numbers: 722-11-77; 722-11-76; 722-1175
Fax Number: (632)-727-77-81
E-mail Address: gpb@poea.gov.ph
SOURCE: POEA Info Center

