13/08/2026
πππππ ππππ: NIA-MARIIS successfully underwent its Internal Systems Audit (ISA) at Division II from August 11 to 13, 2026, as part of the agencyβs continuing efforts to strengthen and maintain its Integrated Management System (IMS).
The Dam and Reservoir Division-Internal Systems Audit (DRD-ISA) Team, headed by Mr. Francis A. Francisco, ISA Chairperson, was formally welcomed by the Division II ISA Chairperson, Engr. Grethen G. Tuazon, who expressed her appreciation for the teamβs presence. Engr. Tuazon acknowledged that although Division II had recently completed its Third-Party Audit, the conduct of the audit remains a significant challenge for the Division.
The two-day audit proper was conducted on August 11 and 12, covering the Divisionβs management, core, support, and core team processes. August 13 served as the final day for the exit conference and closing activities, which included the presentation and discussion of the audit results and observations.
The team assessed the implementation and effectiveness of the Divisionβs established processes and controls, as well as their conformity with applicable IMS requirements, policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. The audit covered the Divisionβs management, core, support, and core team processes, including Leadership, Risk Management, Management Review, Planning, Institutional Development, Project Preparation and Implementation, Operation and Maintenance, Human Resource and Property Management, Procurement, Financial Resource Management, Information and External Relations, Information and Communications Technology, Transportation and Heavy Equipment, Training and Education, Quality Workplace, Documented Information, Knowledge Management, and Internal Systems Audit.
Personnel from the Office of the Division Manager, Operations and Maintenance Section, and Administrative and Finance Section actively participated in the audit by presenting their respective processes, records, and documented information for evaluation.
During the exit conference, Ms. Mary Ann Manocdoc, a member of the ISA Team, led the closing of the audit on behalf of Mr. Francisco. She described the activity as a βfriendly audit,β emphasizing the constructive and collaborative nature of the engagement between the audit team and the Division.
In his message, Division Manager Engr. Ronnie B. Besa conveyed his appreciation to the DRD ISA Team for their valuable observations throughout the audit. He acknowledged that while there are still areas where the Division can improve, the findings and recommendations were positively received and viewed as opportunities for further improvement for the benefit of the entire MARIIS.
The successful conduct of the audit reflects Division IIβs continuing commitment to maintaining an effective management system, addressing areas for improvement, and fostering a culture of continual improvement across its operations.
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