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Feb
26

Useful Online Tool For Overseas Job Hunting

Posted by: carmela

Becoming a member of overseas job sites such as WorkAbroad.ph has made the lives of Filipino workers who wish to work abroad a lot easier. But if you think it could not get any better- you are wrong. This is because there are also useful tools that online applicants can install for free just like the WorkAbroad Toolbar.

The WorkAbroad toolbar is so easy to install, all you have to do is follow the instruction depending on the internet browser you are using. The WorkAbroad Toolbar will appear in every web page every time you open the Internet. With this you will always find the latest at WorkAbroad.ph such as answers with your working abroad questions, latest articles and hottest destination for OFWs, latest job openings and others. Download WorkAbroad Toolbar and experience the various benefits!

Published in: Tips and Guides
Feb
25

Where To Find An Overseas Job?

Posted by: carmela

Are you one of the many Filipinos who want to wok abroad? You are probably wondering where to look for a job and how to start with your application. The good news is that overseas job application is definitely a lot easier than before. You can do it by browsing and registering for free at overseas job sites. One of the job sites is WorkAbroad.ph. It has thousand of overseas job openings, all posted by POEA-licensed agencies.

All you need to do is register, search for a job opening, click on your desired job opening and apply for it. All with just the click of a mouse. You can search overseas jobs by specialization, overseas jobs by country, overseas jobs by agency, overseas jobs with no placement fee, and others. Visit WorkAbroad.ph now!

Feb
8

SSS Schedule of Activities for February 2010

Posted by: carmela

In case you need to do something related to your Social Security System (SSS) card this month, you may want to check out their booths on the following events.

Services Offered: Issuance of SSS numbers, Attending to queries on SSS benefits and Privileges , Distribution of informational materials , Verification of contributions, loans and benefits application .

SSS February Events

Philippine Women’s University Jobs Fair , Taft Ave. , Manila

February 9, 2010, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College Casaul General Hospital Jobs Fair, G/f Lobby, #16 Tandang Sora Ave., Sangandaan, Quezon City

February 10, 2010, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Far Eastern University Jobs Fair, N. Reyes Street , Sampaloc, Manila

February 19, 2010, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Polytechnic University of the Philippines Jobs Fair, PUP Gymnasium, Teresa Street, Manila

February 23, 2010, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Arellano University Jobs Fair, Plaridel hall lobby, Arellanao University, Legarda, Manila

February 26, 2010, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

The above schedule is subject to change without prior notice. For more information e-mail: member_relations@sss.gov.ph

Published in: Events, News, Tips and Guides
Feb
7

Attend The SSS Information Seminars

Posted by: carmela

The Social Security System (SSS) conducts free and paid seminars so the public can gain more information about their various programs and policies. These are the seminar schedules that you may want to check out:

In-House Information Seminar
- a half-day forum discussing the SSS programs and policies with top SSS officials as panelists.

February 24, 2010
March 24, 2010

P120.00

In-depth Information Seminar
- a four-day intensive discussion of the different SSS and EC programs including guidelines and computation of benefits.

February 1-4 & 15-18, 2010
March 1-4 & 15-18, 2010

P350.00

General Information Seminar
- a half-day seminar that provides an overview of SSS and EC programs in a small group setting.

February 5 & 23, 2010
March 5 & 23, 2010

P120.00

Pensioners’ Day
- Multi-Purpose Sports Center

February 12 & 26, 2010
March 12 & 26, 2010

Free

Seminars are held at the SSS Building, East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City. The minimal fee includes the cost of information materials and other training expenses.

The above schedule is subject to change without prior notice. For more information e-mail: member_relations@sss.gov.ph.

Published in: Tips and Guides


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