Government Service Category: PESO

Overseas Employment Assistance is a service provided by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) to support Filipino workers seeking employment abroad.

Key features include:

Information and guidance on legal overseas job opportunities and licensed recruitment agencies
Assistance with pre-departure requirements, such as documentation, orientation, and compliance with government regulations
Referral and placement services in coordination with agencies like POEA, OWWA, and DMW
Support for deployment and reintegration, ensuring workers’ rights, welfare, and safety are protected

This service ensures that Filipino workers are well-prepared, legally deployed, and supported abroad, promoting safe and lawful overseas employment.

Livelihood and Entrepreneurship Programs are services provided by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) to help individuals start or improve small businesses and income-generating activities.

Key features include:

Training and workshops on entrepreneurship, business management, and financial literacy
Guidance on starting and sustaining small businesses or community-based livelihood projects
Access to government programs, financial assistance, and resources for business development
Support for marginalized and vulnerable groups, including women, youth, and displaced workers, to achieve economic self-reliance

These programs aim to empower individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to generate sustainable income, improve livelihoods, and promote local economic development.

Career Guidance and Counseling is a service provided by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) that helps individuals make informed decisions about their education, training, and career paths.

Key features include:

Assessment of skills, interests, and aptitudes to identify suitable career options
Advice on career planning, job search strategies, and further education or training opportunities
Workshops and one-on-one counseling on resume writing, interview preparation, and workplace readiness
Support for students, graduates, and unemployed individuals in choosing a sustainable and rewarding career

This service ensures that jobseekers and students gain the knowledge and guidance necessary to pursue careers that match their skills and goals, improving employability and long-term career success.

Job Matching and Placement is a core service provided by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) that connects jobseekers with suitable employment opportunities.

Key features of this service include:

Assessment of jobseekers’ skills, qualifications, and preferences to match them with appropriate job openings
Referral of candidates to local and overseas employers
Organization of job fairs and recruitment events for direct hiring opportunities
Support in the application and interview process, including resume submission and interview scheduling

This service helps ensure that jobseekers find employment aligned with their skills, while employers gain access to qualified candidates efficiently, promoting better workforce matching and reducing unemployment.

Labor Market Information (LMI) is a service provided by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) and other government agencies in the Philippines to collect, analyze, and disseminate data about the labor market.

The service provides:

Information on employment trends and in-demand occupations in local and national markets
Data on wages, skills requirements, and job opportunities for various industries
Insights for jobseekers, employers, and policymakers to make informed decisions
Support for workforce planning and career guidance by identifying sectors with high growth or labor shortages

LMI ensures that workers, students, and employers have up-to-date, reliable information to improve employability, match skills with demand, and promote effective workforce development.