The City Government of Davao has officially launched the Civil Service Commission (CSC) Eligibility Review Program, a pioneering initiative offering free review classes to both Plantilla and Non-Plantilla personnel. This program aims to strengthen the professional capacity of the city's workforce and create greater opportunities for career advancement.
Program Details and Partners
The CSC Eligibility Review Program is the first of its kind in Davao City, implemented through the Davao City Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) in partnership with the City College of Davao (CCD) and the Davao City Hall Employees Association (DACHEA).
Mindamora C. Bacaling, Human Resource Management Officer III of HRMO, explained that the review classes are free and open to all city government employees. The goal is to equip them with the knowledge and confidence to pass the CSC Examination.
"For the first time, the city government of Davao is opening this opportunity to help our employees prepare for and successfully pass the civil service examination. Indeed, this is history in the making," she said.
Hybrid Learning Format
To accommodate the diverse needs of the workforce, the program offers both onsite and online classes. Employees can attend in person at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Training Hall or participate through online platforms. This hybrid format ensures that those with family obligations on weekends can still engage in the sessions without disrupting office operations.
The review sessions will run for eight consecutive Saturdays, from June 6 to July 25, 2026.
Commitment to Meritocracy
Atty. Francis Mark Layog, City Administrator, emphasized that the program is for all city government employees who dream of security of tenure and greater employment opportunities. He noted that it will foster meritocracy and advance service excellence for Dabawenyos.
"We hope this program will foster meritocracy and encourage skill development in our employees. We believe that with high proficiency in our workforce, we can not only boost morale and efficiency but better serve Dabawenyos," he added.
