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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Johanne Monich G. Bautista

AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING TRABAHO CENTERS IN CITIES AND
MUNICIPALITIES, CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICE OFFICES IN STATE
UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES AND PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS, AND TRABAHO

INFORMATION SYSTEM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER

PURPOSES

EXPLANATORY NOT

Panalo Tayo ‘Pag May TRABAHO Para sa Bayan. It is the right of every Fil
work. Every Filipino deserves access to meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable work
opportunities. And yet, millions of Filipino workers continue to face unemployment,
underemployment, and limited access to employment opportunities. This shows the struggle of
Filipinos who are ready and willing to work, but lack the means to access employment that is
secure and suited to their potential.

This bill seeks to confront and address long-standing systemic gaps in the country’s
employment landscape by upgrading and improving the capacities of the existing Public
Employment Service Offices (PESOs) into Trabaho Centers. This measure directly addresses
not only unemployment, but the problem of underemployment—the struggle of many job
seekers to find work that matches their potential, skills, and capabilities. Through targeted job
matching and localized labor market information, Trabaho Centers will help individuals
identify opportunities suited to their qualifications. And where no immediate match exists, job
seekers will be provided services for career guidance, career counselling, and referral to
programs for skills development.

‘As one-stop shops, Trabaho Centers will offer a standardized yet localized system for
employment facilitation services across all cities and municipalities, state universities and
colleges, and public high schools. These centers will provide job seekers access to verified job
vacancies, job and skill matching tools, skill development and livelihood programs, and
ance in securing pre-employment documentary requirements. Targeted interventions and
programs will also be created to support the employment and livelihood of special or vulnerable
groups, such as of out-of-school-youth, displaced workers, persons with disabilities, senior
citizens, and indigenous people. Employers will also stand to benefit by gaining access to a
reliable pool of qualified, community-based applicants. This will ensure the seamless and
efficient connection between job seekers and employers, improve workforce alignment with
industry needs, and reduce the time and cost it takes for Filipinos to find work suited to their
skills.

To streamline the delivery of the necessary government services, Trabaho Centers shall
operate under the supervision of the Trabaho Center Council (TCC). The TCC shall be


composed of key national government agencies, and representatives from workers in the formal
and informal sectors, and employers. This ensures a more holistic and responsive approach to
improve access to inclusive and sustainable employment opportunities for all Filipino workers,
and to empower them by providing access to programs that foster skills development, and
professional growth and advancement.

This bill also establishes the Trabaho Information System, an upgraded and streamlined
version of the current PESO Employment Information System. This System is an accessible
digital platform to support data-driven employment matching that is uniform across the
country. This measure also ensures the continuity of government service by absorbing ex

;O employees and the Community Training and Employment Coordinators (CTECS)
the Trabaho ‘Center structure. This ensures the preservation of institutional memory and
expertise and seamless transition.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

JOHA! Bo asta

Representative, TRABAHO Party-List



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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Johanne Monich G. Bautista

AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING TRABAHO CENTERS IN CITIES AND
MUNICIPALITIES, CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICE OFFICES IN STATE
UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES AND PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS, AND TRABAHO

INFORMATION SYSTEM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

CHAPTER I
GENERAL PROVISIONS

Section 1. Short Title. — This Act shall be known as the “Trabaho Center Act.”

Section 2. Declaration of Policy. — it is the declared policy of the State to promote full
employment and equality of employment opportunities for all, and to afford full protection to labor.

Further, pursuant to the Constitutional provisions recognizing labor as a primary social
economic force, the State shall institutionalize accessible, efficient, and effective employment
facilitation services to connect Filipino workers with suitable employment opportunities, and to enhance
their employability.

Section 3. Objectives. ~ It is the goal and objective of this Act to:

(a) Enhance the accessibility and the delivery of employment facilitation services through the
creation of a digital platform, and through the establishment of one-stop shop employment
‘centers in the community level;

(b) Provide holistic support for the full employment of Filipinos through the establishment of a
coordination council among the relevant national government agencies and local government
units;

(©) Empower the Filipino workforce by providing access to programs for skills development,
upskilling, reskilling, professional growth and advancement, enterprise development, and
‘comprehensive career guidance and employment coachi

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persons with disabilities, out-of-school youth, and indigenous people;


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Strengthen the collection and dissemination of labor market information to guide all
stakeholders;

Facilitate greater communication and better matching between prospective employers and job
applicants through the use of data-driven and analytics-based system;

Reduce overall costs incurred by employers and job seekers in the job placement process; and

Protect both employers and job seekers from unscrupulous recruitment, hiring, and employment
practices through proper government supervision.

‘Section 4, Definition of Terms. — For the purpose of this Act, the following terms shall refer

CTEC refers to the Community Training and Employment Coordinators who are trained by the
‘Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to plan, organize, manage,
and monitor community-based training and enterprise development programs at the local
government units, pursuant to Department of the Interior and Local Government Memorandum
Circular No. 2003-174 dated August 25, 2005.

DBM refers to the Department of Budget and Management.
DILG refers to the Department of the Interior and Local Government.
DOLE refers to the Department of Labor and Employment,

Employment Facilitation Services refer to the services o r assistance provided by the Trabaho
Center relating to job matching; skill matching; facilitating the hiring or engagement of
individuals for empioyment, based on their qualifications, skills, and preferences, in accordance
with the requirements and standards set by private entities; and employment support services,
including but not limited to, assessment and referral to programs for skills training, upskilling,
and reskilling, career guidance and counselling, and other employment-related assistance.

LGU refers to local government unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements refer to the application, registration, transfer of registration, or
update of registration with the Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG), Philippine Health
Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), National Bureau of
Investigation (NBI), Philippine National Police (PNP), and/or Social Security System (SSS) for
employment purposes.

Public Employment Service Office (PESO) refers to the office created under Republic Act No.
8759, otherwise known as the “Public Employment Service Office Act of 1999,” as amended
by Republic Act No. 10691, operated and maintained by LGUs, linked to the regional offices
of the DOLE for coordination and technical supervision, and to the DOLE central office, to
constitute the national public employment service network. Itis established under the office of
the governor, city or municipal mayor. It may also be established, upon request, by accredited
nongovernment organizations (NGOs) or educational institutions (Els).

PESO Employment information System (PEIS) refers to the existing online platform initiated
by the DOLE containing a database of active manpower supply with profiles of all persons and
‘employers registered under the DOLE’s National Skills Registration Program (NSRP),
information on the qualifications and skills of the applications, and the job vacancies posted by
the employers, maintained and updated by participating PESOs.


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SUCS refer to state universities and colleges.
TESDA refers to the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

Trabako Center refers to the one-stop shop located in local government units, SUCs, and public
high schools designed to provide Employment Facilitation Services.

Trabako Center Council (TCC) shall oversee and supervise the establishment and operations
of the Trabaho Centers pursuant to Chapter IV of this Act.

Verified Applicants refer to individuals who are job seekers and who have: (1) duly registered
with the Trabaho Information System established under this Act; and (2) complied with the
required submission of legal documents as enumerated under Section 15 of this Act.

Verified Employers refer to corporations, partnerships, cooperatives, non-government
organizations, or sole proprietors which are: (1) duly organized and existing under Philippine
laws and labor regulations; (2) have duly registered with the Trabaho Information System
established under this Act; and (3) have complied with the required submission of legal
documents as enumerated under Section 15 of this Act.

Verified Employers may also refer to employers who are engaged in trade or business required
to register with the Trabaho Center, as well as private employers who have elected to register
with the Trabaho Information System pursuant to Section 14 of this Act.

CHAPTER II
TRABAHO CENTER

Section 5. Establishment of Trabaho Centers. —To streamline and enhance the delivery of

employment facilitation services provided under Republic Act No. 8759 or the “Public Employment
Service Office Act of 1999,” as amended, the implementation of and access to the Enterprise-Based
Education and Training (EBET) Programs under Republic Act No. 12063 or the “Enterprise-Based

Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act,” and the Community-Based Trait

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Development Program of TESDA, the existing PESOs and CTECs shall be restructured and upgraded
into one-stop shops called “Trabaho Center.”

The Trabaho Center shall be established in all offices of the city or municipal mayor, and shall

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Provide localized, non-partisan, efficient, convenient, free of charge, accessible, and @
standardized system of assistance for job placement and employment facilitation services.

Provide a venue where workers could explore and access employment and livelihood options,
skills development, upskilling, and reskilling programs, and career guidance and coaching; and

Implement standards, protocols, and performance indicators set by the TCC according to its
mandate under Title IV of this Act.

Subject to Civil Service rules, pertinent laws, rules, and regulations, personnel employed under

the affected PESOs and CTECS shall automatically be absorbed by the corresponding Trabaho Centers.

‘Section 6, Functions of the Trabaho Center. ~The Trabaho Center shall perform the following

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Serve as a one-stop shop for employment assistance services by providing a venue where job-
seekers shall be:

(i) Given access to information on job vacancies, corresponding quali
employment requirements and compensation packages;

(ii) Evaluated for effective job matching, skills matching, and/or referral to training,
livelihood, andjor self-employed programs offered by govemment, nongovernment
‘organizations, and private ent

(iii) Provided assistance in the initiation, preparation, and processing of their applications
for their chosen employment opportunities;

(iv) Provided pre-employment counselling and orientation sessions;

(¥) Given employability enhancement trainings or seminars; and

(vi) Assisted in securing their Pre-Employment Requirements.

ications,

Require private entities, falling under Section 14 of this Act, to submit to information as
‘enumerated in Section 15 of this Act through the Trabaho Information System;

Engage and maintain relationships with local private en
hiring needs;

ies to understand and support their

Develop and administer tests and evaluation tools to support effective job matching, training,
and career counselling;

Manage and implement community-based skills training for enterprise development programs
and assist in institutionalizing the same in the local development plans of LGUs;

Identify the training needs of the LGU in connection with the local employment opportunities
and market demand;

Coordinate with the TESDA, industry partners, employers, and other stakeholders for the
design and conduct of relevant, responsive and demand-driven training programs within the
LGU;

Facilitate access to relevant livelihood programs and skills certification;
Provide re-employment assistance or access to livelihood programs for displaced workers;

Promote inclusive employment and livelihood opportunities through targeted interventions,
programs, and assistance for special or vulnerable groups, such as out-of-school youth, persons

with disabilities, senior citizens, and indigenous people, in coordination with the relevant
‘government agencies;

Document, process, and utilize data from job placement activities to help study and shape
institutional changes in the labor and employment landscape in the Philippines;

Collect real-time data for labor market information on the present number and nature of jobs,
number and nature of job vacancies, skills in demand, compensation and incentives
benchmarks, and projection of jobs in the establishments in the next five (5) years within their
respective territorial jurisdictions, and regularly analyze and report such data to the TCC;

Periodically disseminate to stakeholders and the public localized labor market information
based on their cities or municipalities and respective provinces;

Prepare and submit analyses and reports to the TCC to support evidence-based policy
development and labor market planning of the government;


(0) Coordinate with government agencies and education and training institutions to ensure the
alignment of academic and technical training programs with current and foreseeable labor
market demands;

(p) Prepare and submit an annual employment plan with budgetary support to the local sanggunian;

(a) __ Implement capacity-building programs and performance evaluation mechanisms for personnel
in the Trabaho Center, as defined under Section 7 of this Act, to enhance the quality and
efficiency of service delivery in Trabaho Centers; and

(8) Perform such other functions as may be necessary to effectively carry out the objectives of this
Act.

Section 7. Personnel Complement and Structural Organization. — The TCC shall determine
and prescribe the personnel complement, their respective qualifications and competencies, provision
for their technical trainings, and the departments and/or divisions of theTrabaho Center in accordance
with the provisions of this Act,

The TCC shall ensure the appropriate plantilla positions and staffing pattern of the Trabaho
Center, in coordination with the DBM.

Section 8. Administration of the Trabaho Centers. ~ Pending the TCC’s issuance of the
guidelines for the personnel complement and structural organization of Trabaho Centers, the existing
PESOs and CTECs in LGUs shall continue to perform their respective functions under Trabaho Centers,
subject to the provisions of this Act.

The LGUs shall be primarily responsible for the operation, administration, and maintenance of
the Trabaho Center within their city or municipality, subject to the guidelines prescribed by the TCC
on personnel complement and structural organization of Trabaho Centers.

The TCC, in coordination with the LGUs, shall explore innovative systems and establish
partnerships with the private sector and relevant government agencies to support the implementation of
this Act.

Section 9. Establishment of Career and Employment Services in State Universities and
Colleges, and Public High Schools. — Trabaho Centers shall maintain and operate a Career and
Employment Service Office (CESO) in every SUC and public high school within their respective
territorial jurisdictions.

‘The CESOs shall serve as Trabaho Center station offices within SUCs and public high schools.
‘The CESOs shall support the career development, employment readiness, and job placement of their
students and graduates.

‘The CESOs shall perform the following functions:

(a) Serve as an on-campus Trabaho Center station dedicated to providing career guidance, career
‘coaching, and job matching assistance to students and graduates;

(b) Facilitate linkages with local employers for internships, apprenticeships, on-the-job-training.
and employment opportunities;

(©) Offer pre-employment support services including, but not limited to, resume writing
workshops, mock interviews, and seminars on job-readiness and professional re

(d) Assist students in securing pre-employment documents; and

(e) Maintain a graduate tracking system and submit regular reports to the Trabaho Center to support
evidence-based policy development and labor market planning, subject to the provisions of



Republic Act No. 10173 or the “Data Privacy Act of 2012,” and other relevant laws, rules, and
regulations.

Anaccredited private educational institution may submit a request to the Trabaho Center within
its LGU for the establishment and maintenance of a CESO in its campus.

‘The Trabaho Center shall deploy a CES Officer to serve as the focal person for employment
mn and career development in the SUC, public highschool, or requesting private educational
institution, subject to the qualifications and competencies as may be prescribed by the TCC.

Section 10. Localized Processing of Pre-Employment Requirements — To ensure the efficient
delivery of employment facilitation services and reduce the costs for job seekers, Trabaho Center shall
function as a one-stop shop where job seekers can process and secure government-issued pre-
employment requirements.

To this end, subject to Republic Act No. 10173 or the “Data Privacy Act of 2012,” and other
relevant laws, rules or regulations, the Trabaho Center shall have a dedicated government desk for the
following government agencies for purposes of accepting and processing applications and transactions
for employment-related documents and clearances:

(a) Philippine Statistics Authority;

(b) Bureau of Internal Revenue;

(©) Social Security System;

(4). Philippine Health Insurance Corporation or PhilHealth;
(©) Home Mutual Development Fund or Pag-IBIG;

(1) National Bureau of Investigation; and

(g) Philippine National Police.

‘The aforementioned government agencies shall designate personnel, establish satellite desks,
or enter into cooperative arrangements with Trabaho Centers to assist in the processing of the si
documents and clearances.

The said government agencies shall ensure the timely delivery of the requested documents and
clearances, and the prompt facilitation of updates, corrections, or transfers of registration or membership
information.

Section 11. Trabaho Center Support Services. — To support the career advancement and
enhance the employability of individuals, Trabaho Center shall provide a range of support services,
including but not limited to the following:

(a) Career Advocacy Trainings. A series of career guidance and planning services to help job
seekers make informed decisions about their employment and training paths. These services
include, but are not limited to, career assessment, coaching, and counselling.

(6) Training and Upskilling Programs. Coordination and partnership with educational and private
institutions for the provision of relevant technical, vocational, and digital skills development
program trainings/seminars to job seekers.

(©) Labor Market Information Services. Research and dissemination to the stakeholders of timely
and relevant labor market trends, job opportunities, and industry demands.

(4) Workplace Readiness and Life Skills Training. Workshops or training modules incorporating
soft skills as a core component of employment facilitation programs, which shall cover, but
shall not be limited to:


‘Communication and Interpersonal Skills;
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving;
‘Teamwork and Collaboration;
Professionalism and Work Ethic;
Gender:
Adaptability and Resilience;

Digital Literacy and Online Etiquette; and
‘Time Management and Organizational Skills,

CHAPTER IIL
TRABAHO INFORMATION SYSTEM

Section 12, Trabaho Information System. — The existing PESO Employment Inform
‘System (PEIS) shall be improved and upgraded to the “Trabaho Information System.”

‘The DICT shall develop, operationalize, and maintain the Trabaho Information System as a
user-friendly, mobile-friendly, and accessible digital platform to be utilized by both Trabaho Centers
and their stakeholders in delivering and accessing the services provided under this Act, subject to
compliance with Republic Act No. 10173, otherwise known as the “Data Privacy Act of 2012,” and
other relevant laws, rules and regulations.

‘The DICT shall also provide technical assistance to the Trabaho Centers to ensure the effective
use, integration, and sustainability of the Trabaho Information System. The information in the system,
which shall be accessible through the Trabaho Centers, shall include, but not be limited to, the following
information:

(a) Details of employment opportunities offered by the Verified Employers, including vacant
positions, preferred applicant profiles and qualifications, salary ranges, and employment
requirements;

(b) Information on Verified Applicants, such as personal profile, skills, qualifications,
compliance with employment requirements, educational attainment, and personal
employment preferences: and

(©) Other pertinent documents and information as may be determined in accordance with the
national policies and guidelines promulgated by the TCC according to its mandate under
Title IV of this Act.

The DICT is mandated to roll out the system within six (6) months from the effectivity of this
Act. The design of the system shall be approved by the TCC prior to its roll-out.

Section 13. Functions of Trabaho Information System. — Trabaho Information System shall
have the following functions:

(a) Maintain a continuing national skills registry database;

(b) Maintain a database of active manpower supply in the country:

(c) Serve as ready access of Verified Employers to skills qualifications of Verified Applicants;

(@) Register and maintain information on the qualifications and skills of Verified Applicants;

(e) Register and maintain information on the job vacancies posted by Verified Employers;

(f) Provide an employment matching system that uses the information provided by Verified
Applicants to match them with the employment opportunities offered by the Verified
Employers;

(g) Provide a search function with customizable parameters and filters to help both Verified
Applicants and Employers identify suitable matches;

(h) Provide notifications to Verified Applicants of relevant opportunities based on thei¢ profiles;

(i) Provide notifications to Verified Employers of relevant skills based on their requirements;



(j) Allow Trabaho Centers to timely update job vacancies and skills qualifications;

(k) Provide virtual job fairs;

(1). Consolidate and harmonize other government manpower databases; and

(an) Such other functions as may be prescribed by the TCC in accordance with the provisions of this,
Act.

Section 14, Mandatory Registration and Submission. — Corporations, partnerships,
cooperatives, sole proprietors, non-government organizations, and individuals engaged in trade or
business, employing ten (10) or more persons shall be required to register with the Trabaho Information
System for verification. All other private employers may voluntarily elect to register to avail the services
of Trabaho Center.

Upon verification, Verified Employers are required to submit their job vacancies and other
relevant information under Section 12(a) and Section 12(c) of this Act, every 31° of May and 30 of
November, through the Trabaho Information System. Should Verified Employers have no open listings
‘on the designated deadlines, the Verfied Employers shall instead be required to submit a notarized
document attesting to such fact.

Failure to comply with the mandatory registration and submission requirements under this
provision shall serve as a ground for the non-issuance or non-renewal of the business permit by the
appropriate government agency or LGU.

‘The TCC shall issue the guidelines for registration and submission under this provision.

Section 15. Verification Requirements. — An employer shall be considered a Verified
Employer upon their submission of certified true copies of the following documents to the Trabaho
Center or through the online submission platform in the Trabaho Information System, as applicable:

(a) Valid and current Business Permit;

(b) Registration Certificate issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for
corporations, Department of Trade and Industry (DT!) for sole proprietorships, or Cooperative
Development Authority (CDA) for cooperatives;

(©) _ Latest General Information Sheet, if applicable;

(@) Registration of Establishment under DOLE Rule 1020, if applicable;

(e) Relevant current registrations, permits, licenses, and franchises in relation to the Employer's
business; and

(0) Other documentary requirements as may be determined in accordance with the national policies
and guidelines promulgated by the TCC, as defined in Chapter IV of this Act.

Applicants shall be considered a Verified Applicant upon the submission of certified true copies
of the following documents to the Trabaho Center or through the online submission platform in the
‘Trabaho Information System:

(a) Valid government-issued I.D.;

(b) Resume, Application Portfolio or Curriculum Vitae;

(©) Proof of Educational Attainment, if applicable; and

(d) Other documentary requirements as may be determined in accordance with the national policies
and guidelines promulgated by the TCC, as defined in Title IV of this Act.

The Trabaho Center may immediately revoke the verified status of an Applicant or Employer
upon finding that they misrepresented, made any false statement, or falsified any of the provided
information or submitted documents. Such revocation may be reversed upon correction of the
mistepresentation or submission of valid and truthful documentation, subject to reasonable procedures
to be determined by the TCC.


Section 16. Effect of Verified Status. —Verified Applicants shall be assisted in job placement
and employment facilitation services; provided that, Verified Applicants may still be required to
undergo pre-employment medical examinations, and to submit additional information regarding their
personal profile, skills, qualifications, and preferences, as may be required by a Verified Employer.

Verified Employers shall be able receive applications from Verified Applicants or endorsement
from the Trabaho Center within the concerned LGU for any available employment opportunities.

CHAPTER IV
TRABAHO CENTER COUNCIL

Section 17. Creation of Trabaho Center Council. — The Trabaho Center Council (TCC) is
hereby created and mandated to oversee, monitor, guide, coordinate, and exercise supervisory authority
over the Trabaho Centers established in all LGUs. To this end, the TCC shall perform the following
functions:

(@) Develop policies and guidelines for the purpose of achieving simplicity, economy and
efficiency in the implementation and improvement of delivery of job placement and
employment facilitation services;

(b) Craft a development plan for the continued improvement of the Trabaho Center's operation;

(©) Disseminate information regarding the Trabaho Center,

() Develop national policies and guidelines for the implementation of the Trabaho Information
‘System, including the Employment Matching System; Provided, that the policies and
guidelines shall be consistent with its mandate and the objectives of this Act;

(e) Promote the participation of the private sector in the Trabaho Information System;

(1) Ensure the interoperability of the Trabaho Information System;

(g) Determine and prescribe the personnel complement for each Trabaho Center, based on
demographic, geographic, labor market and other considerations, in order to ensure the
effective and responsive implementation and delivery of employment facilitation services and
the performance of the functions and mandate of the Trabaho Center under this Act;

(h) Coordinate with the concerned agencies and issue implementing guidelines to standardize
processes of the Trabaho Center acting as a one-stop shop, set turnaround times, and ensure
accountability in the handling and processing of pre-employment requests;

}) Develop policies and guidelines to improve the timely collection and dissemination of accurate
labor market information on in-demand jobs, in-demand skills, and emerging industries for the
guidance of the workforce, employers, policymakers, and educators;

(Develop policies and guidelines for the targeted interventions and programs for the training,
‘employment, and livelihood opportunities for special or vulnerable groups, such as the out-of-
school youth, displaced workers, persons with disability, senior citizens, and indigenous
people; and

(k) Perform such other functions as may be directed by the DOLE and necessary pursuant to its
Mandate.

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Section 18. Composition of Trabaho Center Council. — The TCC shall be composed of the
following:

(a) The Secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment, as Chairperson;

(b) ‘The Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government, as Vice-C

(c) The Director General of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, as
Member;

(d) The Secretary of the Department of Education, as Member;

(e) The Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education, as Member;

(©) The Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications and Technology, as
Member;

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(g) The Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry, as Member;
(h) The Secretary of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development, as Member;
(i) A representative from the employer’s organizations, as Member;

Gj) A representative from the labor organizations, as Member; and

(k) A representative from the informal sector, as Member.

‘The TCC shall be formed no later than sixty (60) days from the effectivity of this Act.

The TCC shall not be precluded from inviting heads of other government agencies, private
sector representatives, or civil society organizations as non-voting members or resource persons, as may
be necessary to carry out its mandate.

Section 19, Interoperability. — Subject to the provisions of Republic Act No. 10173, otherwise
known as the “Data Privacy Act of 2012,” the TCC shall ensure the interoperability of the Trabaho
Information System with the information systems of other relevant government agencies and/or
instrumentalities, to enable secure and efficient data exchange necessary for the effective
implementation of this Act.

‘The TCC shall ensure that all information systems established and maintained in relation to this
Act shall allow efficient interoperability across all concerned platforms and devices.

Section 20. Data and Information Security. — All data information, or resources stored on oF
transmitted through the information systems established under this Act, including interconnected or
interoperable networks. portals or websites shall be protected against unauthorized access, interference
or any activity that may compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information
contained therein,

‘Access to and use of the resources, information, and data on the information systems shall be
limited to the DOLE, the DTI, the DICT, and their duly authorized officers and agents, in accordance
with all relevant laws, rules, and regulations on data and information privacy and confidentiality of
government information: Provided, that the data used by the aforementioned government entities in
such information systems and any other used data stored therein shall be destroyed or disposed of
accordance with acceptable standards and guidelines existing under the law for disposal of data, upon
fulfillment of the purpose for processing said data.

Verified Applicants and Verified Employers shall only have access to specific data and
information as may be necessary for the effective implementation of this Act: Provided, that the TCC
shall ensure that the scope of data accessible to Verified Applicants and Verified Employers shall be
limited to what is strictly necessary, in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and other relevant
regulations,

CHAPTER V
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Section 21. Roles and Responsibilities of Government Agencies. —

(@) The DOLE, as the lead agency in the implementation of this Act and as the Chairperson of the
‘TCC, shall ensure the effective matching of job seekers to suitable employment opportunities,
aimed to reduce underemployment and unemployment. Specifically, the DOLE shall:

(i) Develop, formulate and provide training programs, workshops, and career support
services as provided under Section 6 of this Act;


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Enter into partnerships with educational and training institutions, TESDA, CHED, and
DepEd for skills enhancement and with private sector employers for internships or
apprenticeships;

Gather, process, and analyze data from job placement activities to shape institutional
changes in the labor and employment landscape in the Philippines; and

Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

(b) The DILG, as the Vice-Chairperson of the TCC, shall:

a

Ensure that a Trabaho Center is institutionalized, operated, and maintained in all cities
and municipalities;

Assist in the coordination and establishment of partnerships among government agencies,
educational institutions, NGOs, industry associations and their members, and private
‘enterprises for the effective implementation of this Act; and

Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate of
this Act.

(©) The LGUs shall be in charge of operating and maintaining the Trabaho Centers within their
respective offices. Specifically, the LGU shall:

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(ii)

(iv)

(v)
(vi)

Ensure compliance by the Trabaho Centers with the operational standards set by the
DOLE;
Monitor the performance of their respective Trabaho Centers;
Extend job placement assistance and employment facilitation services as may be
necessary in the promotion of employment within the area of jurisdiction;
Determine the necessary staffing requirements to support the efficient and effective
implementation of this Act and report its findings to the TCC;
‘Submit to the TCC bi-annual performance and accomplishment reports; and
Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate of
this Act.

(d) The DICT shall develop the Trabaho Information System. Specifically, DICT shall:

Develop, operationalize, and maintain the Trabaho Information System, and provide
technical assistance to the Trabaho Center and relevant stakeholders to ensure its
effective use, integration, and sustainability;

Design and develop the digital infrastructure for the Trabaho Information System,
including user interfaces, back-end architecture, and integration with existing systems;
Develop a system wherein employers may upload relevant documents to register with
the Trabaho Information System;

Create and maintain data standards, formats, and protocols to ensure accurate,
consistent, and interoperable employment data;

Implement cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive personal and employment data;
Develop tools for report generation, dashboards, and analytics to support government
agencies and partner agencies in making data-driven decisions;

Provide ongoing technical support, system updates, and troubleshooting;

Train end-users on how to use the system effectivel
Perform such other functions, as may be applicable; and

Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

(@) The DTI is responsible for aligning available labor force with industry demand. The DTI shall:

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Identify industry needs and labor market trends to inform job placement strategies;


Enter into partnerships with private sector employers and business groups to increase
awareness and participation in the implementation of this Act;

Perform such other functions, as may be applicable; and

iv) Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

(f) ‘The DEPDev shall be ensure that the programs of the Trabaho Centers align with the country’s
and the LGU’s economic development goals, Furthermore, the DEPDev shall:

(i) Provide relevant economic and employment market data to the TCC to ensure the
development and implementation of evidence-based programs in the Centers;

(ii) Recommend policies and programs based on economic indicators;

(iii) Coordinate with economic zones, industry associations and proponents of emerging
projects to identify their workforce needs and facilitate the matching of job seekers to
employers; and

(iv) Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

(g) The TESDA shall assist the TCC and the Trabaho Centers to ensure the delivery of skills
deveolpment programs. To this end, the TESDA shall:

wa

needs of the industries and workforce in the LGU:
(ii) Assist in the deployment of resource persons, as may be necessat

to support the
delivery of trainings on job readiness and skills improvement wihtin the Trabaho

Centers;

(iii) Facilitate access of Filipinos to technical, vocational training programs through the
Trabaho Centers; and

(iv) Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

(h) The DepEd and the CHED shall ensure that:

(i) Ensure that a CESO is institutionalized, operated, and maintained in all SUCs and
public high schools;

(ii) The education curricula and programs for senior high school, higher education, and
technical-vocational education and training are aligned with the current labor market
demands of the industries; and

(iii) Perform such other functions, as may be directed by the TCC pursuant to the mandate
of this Act.

CHAPTER VI
FINAL PROVISIONS

Section 22. Information Dissemination. — ‘The Philippine Information Agency, in
coordination with the DOLE and DILG, shall ensure proper and adequate information dissemination of
the contents and benefits of this Act to pertinent entities in all provinces, cities, municipalities and
barangays.

Section 23. Monitoring and Evaluation. — The DOLE, through the TCC, shall conduct
monitoring and evaluation to assess the responsiveness of Trabaho Centers, including a client
satisfaction survey, utilizing key performance indicators such as application processing time, quality
and timeliness of assistance provided, and the relevance and accuracy of job matching services.



‘Section 24. Funding. — ‘The funding for the operation and maintenance of the Trabaho Center,
including the budget for personnel services, shall be provided by the LGU from its internal revenue
allotment and other internally generated income of the LGU concemed.

Funds for the provision of technical assistance. training, and supervision of the Trabaho Center
shall be included in the budget of the DOLE and the TESDA in the annual General Appropriations Act.

‘The amount necessary to implement the provisions of this Act shall be included by the DBM
in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 25. Implementing Rules and Regulations. —The DOLE, in coordination with the
DILG, and in consultation with the other members of the TCC, shall accordingly promulgate, within
ninety (90) days from the effectivity of this Act, the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for the
effective implementation of this Act.

‘Section 26. Transitory Provision. ~ Prior to the effectivity of the IRR of this Act, the provisions
of Republic Act No. 8759, otherwise known as “Public Employment Service Office Act of 1999,” as
amended by Republic Act No. 1069, and its IRR shall remain in force and effect in order to ensure the
continued implementation of programs, activities, and projects.

‘The employers affected by this Act shall be given a six (6)-month transitory period from roll
out of the Trabaho Information System, to fully comply with the requirements of this Act,

‘Section 27. Separability Clause. — If, for any reason, any part or provision of this Act shall be
deemed or unconstitutional, the other sections or provisions hereof shall not be affected and shall remain
in force and effect.

Section 28. Repealing Clause. —Republic Act No. 8759 otherwise known as “Public
Employment Service Office Act of 1999,” as amended by Republic Act No. 10691, is hereby repealed.
All other laws, acts, presidential decrees, executive orders, presidential proclamations, issuances, rules
and regulations, or parts thereof which are contrary to or inconsistent with any of the provisions of this
Act are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly,

Section 29. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from the date of its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation,