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The publication was prepared by the Philippine government to provide livelihoods to returning overseas Filipinos affected by the pandemic. It also provides information on programs and services designed for overseas Filipino investors on opportunities in the Philippines. It includes information on registering a business and government support available such as credit facilities and technology, training programs and linkages.
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FREE WEBINAR ON COVID-19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT (Sydney and Canberra Time)
WHAT: WEBINAR ON COVID 19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT
HOW: Zoom Webinar through the registration link below:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqc-Grrj0jGNb_ELciaio_e-YDmeteWhdQ
See you soon on Zoom!
WHAT: WEBINAR ON COVID 19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT
HOW: Zoom Webinar through the registration link below:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqc-Grrj0jGNb_ELciaio_e-YDmeteWhdQ
See you soon on Zoom!
- 1.) Click join on the confirmation email or follow the alternative methods to log into the meeting at the appointed date and time.
- 2.) Only registered participants will have access to the webinar.
- 3.) Kindly read the program and ground rules so that we may preserve a respectful and highly beneficial
learning experience for all - 4.) Questions regarding registration and joining may be forwarded to poloaustralia@philembassy.org.au
WEBINAR BRIEF
Main Topic :
COVID 19 AND THE AUSTRALIAN LABOUR MARKET: IMPACT ON FILIPINO WORKERS
Objective:
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It also showcases joint efforts by both the Australian demand side and the Philippine supply side of the labour market working in solidarity to address a global pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
POLO has invited a representative from the Fair Works Ombudsman (FWO) to talk on workplace entitlements as well as adjustment in work arrangements relative to the pandemic. For the demand side of the labour market, we have invited a representative of an Australian Placement agency accredited with POLO which caters specifically to Australian companies in need of Filipino workers. We have asked him to focus on the continuing need for our Filipino workers despite the challenges brought about by the pandemic. To speak on Philippine government labour regulations in response to Covid, a representative from POEA will speak on initiatives to ensure that Filipino workers are Covid safe. He will also discuss recent developments in the Philippines relating to the deployment of Filipino workers.
Resource persons:
Jen Sunga – Senior Engagement Office Fair Works Ombudsman
Tony Mitchener – Placement Manager In Work Pty, Ltd
Levinson Alcantara - Director Pre employment Services office POEA
Target audience:
Main Topic :
COVID 19 AND THE AUSTRALIAN LABOUR MARKET: IMPACT ON FILIPINO WORKERS
Objective:
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It also showcases joint efforts by both the Australian demand side and the Philippine supply side of the labour market working in solidarity to address a global pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
POLO has invited a representative from the Fair Works Ombudsman (FWO) to talk on workplace entitlements as well as adjustment in work arrangements relative to the pandemic. For the demand side of the labour market, we have invited a representative of an Australian Placement agency accredited with POLO which caters specifically to Australian companies in need of Filipino workers. We have asked him to focus on the continuing need for our Filipino workers despite the challenges brought about by the pandemic. To speak on Philippine government labour regulations in response to Covid, a representative from POEA will speak on initiatives to ensure that Filipino workers are Covid safe. He will also discuss recent developments in the Philippines relating to the deployment of Filipino workers.
Resource persons:
Jen Sunga – Senior Engagement Office Fair Works Ombudsman
Tony Mitchener – Placement Manager In Work Pty, Ltd
Levinson Alcantara - Director Pre employment Services office POEA
Target audience:
- Filipino workers in Australia as well as prospective applicants from the Philippines
- Filcom leaders/representatives of Filipino organizations in Australia
- Prospective employers including those with currently employed Filipino
workers in Australia - POLO accredited Australian Placement agencies
- POEA licensed Philippine recruitment agencies deploying workers to Australia
PROGRAM
5:00 – 5:10 Introduction and ground rules – Tony Saquing Jr. (POLO Canberra)
5:10 – 5:15 Opening message – Ambassador MA. HELLEN B. DE LA VEGA
(Philippine Embassy, Canberra, Australia)
5:15 – 5:30 Tony Mitchener (Placement Manager - In Work Pty Ltd)
5:30 – 5:35 Open forum/Q&A
5:35 – 5:50 Levinson Alcantara (Director, Pre-Employment Services Office POEA)
- Changes in POEA regulations in response to Covid
- POEA programs and initiatives to ensure Filipino
workers are Covid free
- Recent developments in the Philippines relating to the
deployment of Filipino workers
5:50 – 5:55 Open forum/Q&A
5:55 – 6:10 Jen Sunga (Senior Engagement Officer - Fair Works Ombudsman)
- Workplace entitlements and obligations during the pandemic
- Returning to work, quarantine and isolation
- Pay and leave entitlements
6:10 – 6:15 Open forum/Q&A
6:15 – 6:20 Closing message – Cynthia Lamban (Labor Attache - POLO Canberra)
Webinar administrator – Miguel Paras, POLO Canberra
GROUND RULES
5:00 – 5:10 Introduction and ground rules – Tony Saquing Jr. (POLO Canberra)
5:10 – 5:15 Opening message – Ambassador MA. HELLEN B. DE LA VEGA
(Philippine Embassy, Canberra, Australia)
5:15 – 5:30 Tony Mitchener (Placement Manager - In Work Pty Ltd)
5:30 – 5:35 Open forum/Q&A
5:35 – 5:50 Levinson Alcantara (Director, Pre-Employment Services Office POEA)
- Changes in POEA regulations in response to Covid
- POEA programs and initiatives to ensure Filipino
workers are Covid free
- Recent developments in the Philippines relating to the
deployment of Filipino workers
5:50 – 5:55 Open forum/Q&A
5:55 – 6:10 Jen Sunga (Senior Engagement Officer - Fair Works Ombudsman)
- Workplace entitlements and obligations during the pandemic
- Returning to work, quarantine and isolation
- Pay and leave entitlements
6:10 – 6:15 Open forum/Q&A
6:15 – 6:20 Closing message – Cynthia Lamban (Labor Attache - POLO Canberra)
Webinar administrator – Miguel Paras, POLO Canberra
GROUND RULES
- Pls make sure your microphone is muted while the resource person is giving his/her inputs
- Resource persons will each have 15 minutes for their discussion and additional 5 minutes for Q&A
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- Questions must be posted in the POLO Canberra direct message box and will be directed by the moderator to the concerned resource person
- All other messages (for everyone) may be posted in the general chat box
- Pls note that the entire zoom proceedings of the webinar will be recorded for documentation purposes
- We will strive to keep the webinar within the allotted time, questions which will not be covered may be sent by email to POLO Canberra at poloaustralia@philembassy.org.au which we will then take up with the concerned resource person
- Let us maximize the webinar as a learning experience for all, your active participation is most welcome.