The Social Security System is a state-run, social insurance program in the Philippines for workers in the private, professional and informal sectors. SSS provides death, funeral, maternity leave, permanent disability, retirement, sickness, and involuntary separation/unemployment benefits. Interestingly, SSS has posted job openings until January 16, 2023: Policy and Governance Specialist I (Job Grade 13) Corporate […]
Study now, pay never: La Verdad Christian College Full Scholarship Grant AY 2023-2024
The next step a student must take after graduating from senior high school is to enroll in college or university. However, unfortunately, many parents in the Philippines are unable to send their child to college because they can't afford the hefty tuition costs. Worry no more, and heads up scholarship hunters! La Verdad Christian College […]
Gov't employees to receive P20k service incentive and one-time rice allowance
Hard work will soon paid off for government employees. As per the order issued by President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., government workers are set to receive service incentive and one-time rice allowance. According to the order, the service recognition incentive (SRI) will be a one-time grant at a uniform rate not exceeding P20,000 for employees […]
SSS members' contribution to increase in January 2023
Attention SSS members! According to SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Michael G. Regino, the Social Security System (SSS) members' contribution would raise from 13 to 14 percent starting in January 2023. As per Regino, the increase was in accordance with Republic Act 11199, which the previous President Rodrigo Duterte signed. According to the aforementioned […]
New Zealand has 100 vacancies for Bus Drivers
A pleasing news for bus drivers here in the Philippines! If you have at least 3 years of work experience and at least a high school graduate, grab this opportunity now, because the HRD EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANTS & MULTI-SERVICES, INC., a private employment agency licensed to process applicants to work abroad is actually looking for 100 […]
Nurses residency offered by New Zealand: Here's what you need to know
New Zealand is regarded as one of the top migration destinations. There are various alternatives for work, student, and investment visas in New Zealand. You must also possess the necessary education and credentials, particularly in the area of English proficiency, if you want to apply for a visa for skilled migrants. Specifically, applicants should not […]
Updated ATM Fees in the Philippines for Withdrawal and Balance Inquiry
As of 2020, there are more than 5.1 million ATMs in operation around the world. With the use of a debit or ATM card, account holders can easily withdraw money, check their account balance, and transfer money. Techically, your own bank is charging you for every transaction you make with another bank’s automated teller machine […]