DICT Regional Office 8

15/10/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐢, 𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐤𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐤𝐢-𝐩𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠! 🇵🇭

Mula sa pag-sign in hanggang sa pag-access ng government services at valid IDs, mas pinadali ng eGovPH App ang maraming kailangang gawin online.

Gaya ng experience ni 𝑬.𝑪. 𝑳𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒂, nasa isang app na ang mahahalagang serbisyo at impormasyon na maaaring makatulong sa araw-araw.

Isang app na ginawa para mas maging simple ang digital government experience.

15/10/2026

FREELANCE STAKEHOLDERS ENABLEMENT 2026 EASTERN VISAYAS⁣
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Ready to connect, learn, and grow with fellow freelancers and tech professionals? 💻✨⁣
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Join us for a day of meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and valuable insights as we work together to build a stronger freelance ecosystem in Eastern Visayas!⁣
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📌 What to expect?⁣
✅ Connect with fellow freelancers and tech professionals⁣
✅ Share insights, challenges, and best practices⁣
✅ Discover upcoming DICT initiatives and digital job opportunities⁣
✅ Help shape a stronger regional freelance community⁣
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🎤 Facilitator: 𝗗𝘂𝗱𝘂𝗶 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘇𝗮, Freelance CRO Specialist & CatVA Community Leader⁣
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📅 November 20, 2026 (Friday)⁣
📍 Tacloban City⁣
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM⁣
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📲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://bit.ly/2026_DICTR8-FSE-Reg⁣⁣
or Scan the QR code on the poster to secure your slot. Limited slots only!⁣
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Let's connect, collaborate, and create more opportunities for freelancers in Eastern Visayas! 🌐⁣
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14/10/2026

14/10/2026

TACLOBAN JOB FAIR & CAREER EXPO | DICT Region VIII x Foundever™⁣
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In line with our commitment to promoting local ICT employment, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region VIII, in partnership with 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿™ 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗯𝘂, invites all job seekers in Tacloban and neighboring areas to a two-day 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼! ⁣
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Take advantage of a fast 24-hour hiring process and get the chance to be hired on the spot! ⁣
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💰 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗸𝘀 & 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:⁣
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Earn up to ₱22,400* basic package + ₱15,000* completion bonus ⁣
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🗓 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:⁣
Dates: October 15 & 16, 2026 ⁣
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ⁣
Venue: Summit Hotel Marasbaras, Tacloban City
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𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:⁣
• 18 years old and above⁣
• High school graduate (old curriculum) or Senior High School (K–12) graduate⁣
• With or without BPO experience⁣
• Willing to work on a shifting schedule and on-site⁣
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Register here to apply or scan the QR Code: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/zLpAWv2ryf⁣
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Exclusive limited-edition merchandise (umbrellas, windbreakers, t-shirts, and more) for applicants! ⁣
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For inquiries, feel free to contact the sourcing team at [email protected]. ⁣
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Don’t miss this opportunity to apply and potentially get hired on the spot! ⁣
See you there!⁣
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*Terms and conditions apply⁣
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13/10/2026

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS — Free GVA Training for Aspiring Freelancers in Samar

Are you an aspiring freelancer in Samar wanting to start a career in virtual assistance? Here's your chance to learn essential VA skills with AI integration — for FREE.

This training is designed to help you build practical skills for freelance work as a Virtual Assistant, covering areas like administrative support, communications, and client management. You will also discover how AI can help you work smarter, save time, and grow into an efficient, in-demand Virtual Assistant.

Who can apply?
1. Must be a resident of Samar Province ( Region 8 )
2. At least 18 years old
3. Able to commit to the full duration of the training.
4. Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
5. Has access to a laptop/desktop with stable internet connection for the online training.

How to apply:
1. Scan the QR code in the poster or go to https://bit.ly/SPARK2026-GVA-B2
2. Follow the instructions, complete the application form, and take the English Proficiency Test.
3. Wait for the confirmation message or email for further steps.

📅 APPLICATION / SCREENING PERIOD:
October 13 – 19, 2026

📅 TRAINING SCHEDULE:
October 26 – November 5, 2026

📅 ONLINE CAMPAIGN:
November 6 – 15, 2026

12/10/2026

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 (𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝟮)

📅 Date: October 19-23, 2026
⏲️ Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
💻 Platform: Zoom Meeting

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
The 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 is a seminar-workshop designed to develop government executives, managers, and staff involved in assuring quality service delivery, focusing on:

▪️ Government quality management system standards pertinent to laws and regulations;
▪️ Quality management advocacy and capability building; and
▪️ ISO 9001 certification of the agency’s quality management system based on adopted international standards.

Quality management systems provide the tactical and operational activities and support to plan, design, acquire, implement, and improve the value delivery system that realizes an organization’s strategic intention. This seminar-workshop will provide a deeper understanding of how to develop a culture of quality and integrity in service management, characterized by citizen-focused and well-performing organizations, through documented guidance and the adoption of ISO management systems and standards.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Government workforce from SUCs, NGAs, LGUs, and the private sector. Exclusively limited to one hundred (100) participants from Region VIII only, on a first-come, first-served basis.

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
✅ Educational Background: Graduate of any Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as information technology, computer science, or engineering;
✅ Work Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in digital service delivery, quality management, or related fields. This includes roles such as project management, software development, quality assurance, or process improvement;
✅ Knowledge: Familiarity with quality management principles, standards, and frameworks like ISO 9001 or Six Sigma. Basic knowledge of digital service delivery concepts, such as the software development life cycle, service level agreements, or customer experience; and
✅ Skills: Good communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail. Proficiency in using digital tools and software relevant to quality management and service delivery is also beneficial. Minimum of six (6) months of teaching of the same subject matter.

𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:

1. Must complete the full duration of the training.
2. Must accomplish required outputs.
3. There is no registration fee.
4. Certificate of completion will be given only to those who attended and completed the required outputs.

Register using this link: https://bit.ly/ilcdbr8dwtrainings2r26

12/10/2026

🌐 CYBER BALANGAY: GLOBAL CYBER PATHWAYS 🌐

Empowering Eastern Visayas Regional Talent to Go Global!
Many local IT practitioners, students, and professionals in Region VIII face tough hurdles when stepping into cybersecurity: technical complexity, lack of structured mentorship, or the belief that global fellowships are out of reach.
In line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s vision for a and a Cyber-Secure Philippines, DICT Region VIII is breaking down these barriers to ensure every Filipino—especially women and regional leaders—has equal access to international learning networks and capacity-building programs.

On October 9, 2026, during our virtual session for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Ms. Claire P. Fernandez (DICT R8 Cybersecurity Focal and Her CyberTracks Fellow) shared key strategies to bridge local community advocacy with global cyber governance:

✨ Key Highlights & Takeaways:
🛡️ Her CyberTracks Initiative (Fourth Edition) — Implemented jointly by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) (funded by the German Federal Foreign Office & the EU), this program empowers women across 4 specialized tracks: Policy & Diplomacy, Incident Response, Criminal Justice, and Cyber & AI.

🎓 Clarification on ITU Fellowships — Clarified that official ITU fellowships are tied specifically to designated ITU programs for selected participants.
💻 Free Upskilling via atingi — Introduced GIZ’s independent digital learning platform offering free, self-paced courses to build technical credentials right away! Start learning here: 🔗 https://online.atingi.org/

🚀 The 7-Step Cyber Balangay Roadmap:
1️⃣ Learn (via free platforms like atingi) ➔ 2️⃣ Build Skills ➔ 3️⃣ Connect (with mentors) ➔ 4️⃣ Participate (in regional ICT events) ➔ 5️⃣ Go Global (apply for international cohorts like Her CyberTracks) ➔ 6️⃣ Grow (into leadership) ➔ 7️⃣ Give Back (guide the next generation).

💡 THE IMPACT:
• BEFORE: Hesitations, dead ends, and feeling that international cohorts were out of reach.
• AFTER: Participants are now empowered as "Digital Gatekeepers" with a clear blueprint: Learn Locally, Connect Globally, Grow Together.
Let's strengthen our local digital resilience and represent the Philippines on the global stage! 🇵🇭✨

🔗 Explore Opportunities:
• Learn for free on atingi: https://online.atingi.org/
• Learn more about Her CyberTracks 2026: https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/Cybersecurity/Pages/Skills-Development/hct-04/index.aspx

🙌 ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Huge thanks to the German Federal Foreign Office ( (Federal Foreign Office) Germany), European Union, and to GIZ and co-implemented by International Telecommunication Union, for making this incredible opportunity possible.

12/10/2026

📸 IN PHOTOS | CYBER TANAW: Empowering Regional Talent through ILCDB Cybersecurity Training Programs

The 1st Session of 𝗖𝗬𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪: 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗜𝗟𝗖𝗗𝗕 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀 was successfully held on October 6, 2026, bringing together participants to better understand the growing cybersecurity challenges and the importance of developing skilled and capable regional talent.

As digital technologies continue to become part of everyday life, individuals, organizations, and government institutions are increasingly exposed to threats such as phishing, online scams, data breaches, account compromise, and other cyber incidents. These challenges highlight the need to strengthen cybersecurity awareness, capabilities, and preparedness across different sectors.

In response to the growing need for a safer and more resilient digital environment, the national government continues to strengthen cybersecurity efforts and promote the protection of digital systems, information, and services. This direction recognizes that building a secure Philippine cyberspace requires not only technology, but also people with the knowledge and skills to protect and respond to emerging cyber threats.
Through the ICT Literacy and Competency Development Bureau (ILCDB), the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) continues to translate this direction into action by providing learning opportunities, cybersecurity training, and capacity-building initiatives that help develop a more capable digital workforce.

Through CYBER TANAW, participants were given the opportunity to gain insights into the evolving cybersecurity landscape and better understand the importance of developing cybersecurity competencies in the region. The initiative contributes to building individuals and organizations that are more informed, prepared, and capable of responding to the challenges of the digital age.

The session also supports the HABI: Salig sa Gawa, Tibay sa Banta campaign for Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026, emphasizing that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and that resilience is strengthened when people, institutions, technology, and partnerships work together.
🔎 From seeing the threats to understanding the risks. From awareness to skills. From learning to action.
Through initiatives like CYBER TANAW, cybersecurity becomes more than a technical concern—it becomes a shared effort to create safer digital spaces and empower communities to become more resilient in the face of cyber threats.
The DICT Region VIII, through the ILCDB, thanks all participants, partners, and stakeholders who continue to support efforts in strengthening regional cybersecurity awareness, skills, and capabilities.
🛡️ Let’s celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026!
HABI: Salig sa Gawa, Tibay sa Banta.

12/10/2026

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲

📅 Date: October 29, 2026
⏲️ Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Platform: Zoom Meeting

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Explore two practical webinar topics designed to strengthen cybersecurity awareness and build hands-on skills for automating everyday office work.

The 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁: 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀 webinar helps participants understand common online threats and recognize potential risks in their everyday digital activities. It equips them with practical cybersecurity habits for protecting their personal information, accounts, devices, and online interactions. Through simple and relatable examples, participants will learn to pause, verify, think critically, and make safer decisions in the digital world.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Students, teachers, government employees, professionals, jobseekers, and other individuals who use digital devices and online services in their daily lives

The 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁 webinar is a beginner-friendly course that introduces the fundamentals of Google Apps Script and how it can transform Google Sheets into simple, functional web applications. Participants will learn how to structure data, write basic scripts, create a web interface, connect it to Google Sheets, and implement basic CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on activities, participants will build a simple Information/Records System and gain practical skills they can apply to their own office workflows and digital solutions.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Government personnel, IT professionals, and general workers with a foundational grasp of Google Sheets who want to automate manual workflows and build custom internal tools.

𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:
1. Must complete the full duration of the training.
2. Must accomplish required outputs.
3. Must note that there is no registration fee.
Register using this link: https://bit.ly/ilcdbr8webinar2r26

12/10/2026

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲

📅 Date: October 15, 2026
⏲️ Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Platform: Zoom Meeting

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Explore two practical webinar topics designed to help you build a remote career and strengthen the digital skills you use every day.

The 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 webinar is a beginner-friendly course for anyone curious about working remotely but unsure where to begin, even with no prior Virtual Assistant (VA) experience. Participants will learn how to spot the transferable skills they already have from government, office, BPO, or business work, choose a VA niche that fits them, pick up the basic tools clients expect, and set up their equipment and workspace. They will also build a sample portfolio and a VA-ready resume, prepare for interviews, and find legitimate job opportunities. By the end, participants will have a clear roadmap and practical first steps toward launching their VA career.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Government employees, office workers, BPO professionals, business owners, freelancers, jobseekers, fresh graduates, stay-at-home parents, and individuals interested in starting a remote career as a Virtual Assistant

The 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 webinar takes participants through practical digital skills that can be applied right away, from selecting the right tool for a task and creating and managing digital content to collaborating online, organizing files, and using AI as a productivity assistant. It also emphasizes simple but essential practices for staying safe, responsible, and organized in the digital environment, helping participants build greater confidence and efficiency in their everyday use of technology.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Government employees, educators, students, professionals, business owners, MSMEs, and individuals who want to work smarter, stay organized, and use digital tools more confidently in everyday life and the workplace.

𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:
1. Must complete the full duration of the training.
2. Must accomplish required outputs.
3. Must note that there is no registration fee.
Register using this link: https://bit.ly/ilcdbr8webinar2r26