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BUTUAN CITY, April 28, 2025—𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 (𝗔𝗢) 𝗜𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀’ 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀.

Elsie D. Mongado, AO IV and Procurement Unit Head, discussed “Expanding Knowledge on Procurement Process and PhilGEPS.” Drawing from her experience, she explained the procurement workflow, compliance requirements, and the importance of transparency and efficiency. She also shared practical tips on using the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS), helping participants build confidence and integrity in handling procurement duties.

Fe M. Baring, Teacher Credentials Evaluator (TCE) II, led the session on “Expanding Knowledge on ERF Processing.” She clearly explained the ERF (Equivalents Record Form) procedures, emphasizing accuracy, timeliness, and the significance of proper documentation. Her insights helped the participants understand how efficient ERF processing contributes to the larger goals of better administrative operations and employee satisfaction.

Rounding out the day, Nerison S. Pitogo, Computer Programmer II, introduced participants to “Digital Tools and Portals for Administrative Functions.” His session was timely and crucial in this digital age, showcasing various online platforms and tools that streamlined administrative tasks, promoted better record-keeping, and boosted productivity. Mr. Pitogo also demonstrated key portals and tools used in the Regional Office, shared practical tips for productivity and security, and helped participants gain confidence using basic digital platforms. Participants could see firsthand how technology could transform their daily work routines, making processes easier and more responsive.

Joed Bisnar, AO II from the Division of Agusan del Sur, shared his positive impression of the two-day activity. He appreciated the well-maintained venue and the comfortable accommodations, expressing deep gratitude to the organizers and the Regional Office for putting together such an inspiring and impactful event. He shared how the workshop equipped them with valuable knowledge and fueled their passion and confidence to take on future challenges with greater determination.

As the second day wrapped up, the participants left with new learnings, practical skills, and renewed enthusiasm. With the solid knowledge shared by the resource persons, Administrative Officers became better prepared to meet the demands of their roles, driving progress and innovation in their respective offices.

For more information, contact (085) 221-1151; 0961-737-08-73; 0977-739-44-53. Website: www.caraga.deped.gov.ph; email: caraga@deped.gov.ph; pau_caraga@deped.gov.ph.

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