Jobstreet by SEEK supports job seekers, hirers, public sectors in widening job opportunities in the Philippines

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Jobstreet by SEEK joins the Leaders and HR Symposium with the Civil Service Commission (CSC)

Jobstreet by SEEK, a leading online job portal, remains committed to its mission of expanding job opportunities for Filipinos. The platform actively seeks partnerships with institutions, organizations, and government agencies to address the ongoing challenges of job accessibility in the country.

Acknowledging the challenges observed by the worldwide shift towards digitalization, as well as the increasing demand for more advanced skills, Jobstreet by SEEK has forged partnerships with various organizations and government entities to create a unified front in promoting job access to many Filipinos, while also offering guidance on upskilling the current workforce, empowering them to thrive in a changing job market.

Sharing expertise with government agencies

Jobstreet by SEEK upholds women empowerment in the digital sector in collaboration with DICT for their DIWA program

Throughout the third quarter, Jobstreet by SEEK entered into several key partnerships with the government. One notable collaboration was with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) as part of the Digital Innovation for Women Advancement (DIWA) program. This partnership included a workshop and gathering with DIWA members and delegates from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), focusing on enhancing visibility and skills development for women in the technology sector.

Jobstreet by SEEK also entered a partnership with the Civil Service Commission (CSC), joining the Leaders and HR Symposium, to equip HR practitioners and leaders with the latest trends and best practices in leadership, human resource management, and organization development in both public and private sectors.

Equipping hirers

Jobstreet by SEEK has collaborated with several organizations to empower companies and their human resources teams with essential insights on talent development and effective hiring strategies. One significant partnership was with the Philippines HR Group, where Jobstreet by SEEK participated in the 2024 Philippines HR Summit where the job portal’s key leaders shared insights on elevating hiring strategies in line with digital and technology trends.

Additionally, Jobstreet took part in the HR Innovation Conference 2024, in collaboration with consulting firm Q2 HR Solutions, where they engaged with HR professionals on strategies for future-proofing their hiring processes.

Empowering jobseekers

Jobstreet by SEEK remains dedicated to supporting job seekers in their pursuit of employment that aligns with their skills and needs. Recently, the company actively participated in various initiatives with educational institutions, major corporations, and government agencies to promote accessibility and upskilling for potential candidates.

Partnering with institutions like Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University, and the University of Makati, Jobstreet by SEEK provided essential tips for students in resume making, interview techniques, and other skills for job seeking.

Likewise, the job platform collaborated with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in line with the 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition, providing guidance talks to Senior High School (SHS) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students on job-seeking and employability.

Furthermore, Jobstreet by SEEK continues to collaborate in the Trabaho Para Sa Bayan Job Fair with SM Supermalls and the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), helping to facilitate the hiring of thousands of Filipinos in a job fair roadshow across the country.

“As a leading job portal, we believe that Filipinos need to be equipped to face the ever-changing landscape of the job market,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director at Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines. “Hence, we will continue our efforts in working with the private and public sectors, as well as job seekers and hirers, in our collective goal of bringing more jobs to the country.”

For more information about Jobstreet by SEEK, visit https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/

85% of Filipino talent are either happy or neutral about their jobs vs pre-pandemic, according to Jobstreet by SEEK

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According to the leading online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK’s Employee Job Happiness Index 2024, 85% of working Filipinos reported a positive or neutral response when asked about how satisfied they were with their current jobs, compared to 68% before the pandemic.

Image by Jobstreet by SEEK

Aiming to identify the triggers that make a job enjoyable for Filipinos, the Employee Job Happiness Index 2024 surveyed over 900 respondents from various industries and specializations nationwide, asking them questions regarding their overall job satisfaction and experience in their respective companies.

When asked about how satisfied they were with their job, 85% of respondents shared a neutral or positive answer, which equals to an overall Happiness Index Score of 4.52 over a total of 7 points with 7 being the most positive. This is a much higher percentage than in Jobstreet by SEEK’s 2017 Job Happiness Index, with 68% of Filipino employees answering the same.

The respondents cited having work mobility, work-life balance, and an inclusive work setup as attributing factors to being satisfied with their current job.

85% of respondents gave a positive or neutral response when they were asked “how happy/satisfied are you with your present job?”

The report has also noted that talent who are currently working remotely or are under the work-from-home (WFH) setup showed better job satisfaction scores, with employees fully working remotely scoring 4.82 out of 7. The same employees cited a higher satisfaction when it comes to work-life balance, scoring 4.92. With the growing number of jobs offering a WFH arrangement, this has positively impacted the country’s overall Job Satisfaction score.

Meanwhile, when it comes to job satisfaction among Filipinos in different parts of the country, employees from the National Capital Region (NCR) scored the lowest at 4.46, which can be attributed to the region’s high traffic congestion and difficult mobility, leading to a stressful commute for employees going to work, and in turn, affecting their overall job satisfaction. Workers from Mindanao, on the other hand, were most likely to be satisfied with their careers, scoring an average of 4.59.

Among Filipino talent of different generations, Gen Z was the least likely to be satisfied with their current jobs, scoring a 4.28 in the Happiness Index Score for those between the ages of 23 and 27. This may be inferred from a widening gap of perceptions when it comes to work culture and work-life balance among younger and older colleagues.

Interestingly, employees who are married or partnered reported higher levels of job satisfaction, scoring 4.60 in comparison to single employees who scored 4.46, which may be attributed to employees having found a good work-life balance in handling their personal relationships with their careers.

Overall, the survey revealed that Filipino workers are happier in their jobs when they are given the appropriate work arrangement and opportunity to develop and be promoted by their employers. The said report also identified career development and verticality as the main contributors to happiness at work among the respondents, followed by training opportunities and salary.

Evidently, the survey revealed that those who work remotely are most likely to be satisfied with their jobs, revealing how the pandemic also affected perceptions about work and normalized the work-from-home setup.

“Our survey shows that Filipino candidates nowadays weigh multiple factors in determining their happiness and satisfaction with their jobs. As a talent partner, Jobstreet by SEEK encourages hirers to take these into consideration and provide a conducive, satisfying work environment that not only benefits current employees but also potential candidates to improve employee morale and traction,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines.

Jobstreet by SEEK, as a leading career-seeking platform, remains steadfast in providing future and current employees the opportunity to be guided in their career paths, as well as provide insights on employment for both companies and the public sector to consider when it comes to employee well-being and development.

Learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK by visiting https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/.

Jobstreet by SEEK welcomes three new heads with vision of widening employment opportunities in the Philippines

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Leading online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK officially appoints three new heads of the Jobstreet by SEEK team with visions on the future of job seeking and career guidance for millions of Filipinos in the country and abroad.

Akiko Sumulong, the new Operations Director; Joey Yusingco, the new Head of Marketing; and Jett Dizon, the new Head of Sales, have recently assumed their positions at Jobstreet by SEEK’s main office, effective immediately.

Akiko Sumulong. Operations Director

Akiko Sumulong Sumulong has more than 10 years of experience in operations and business development, working with various major companies such as Lalamove, a leading logistics app and company, and Mitsubishi Corp., Japan’s largest trading company.

In her new role as Jobstreet by SEEK’s Operations Director, she plans to ensure that the platform continues to deliver the promise of bringing excellent job matches between job seekers and employers by enhancing user experience, elevating customer support, and developing innovation and strategic partnerships for the company.

“I am honored to join a team that is committed to enhancing the job-seeking and hiring experience for both candidates and employers,” shared Sumulong. “My primary goal is to ensure that our platform continues to deliver exceptional value and satisfaction to all our users, while also contributing to the nation-building efforts towards a positive and productive working life for every Filipino.”

Joey Yusingco, Head of Marketing

Joey Yusingco is no stranger to developing innovative marketing strategies for some of the country’s most iconic corporations and rising e-commerce start-ups. With over a decade of experience, he has worked with major brands like SM Retail and played key roles in leading several start-ups.

In his new role as Head of Marketing at Jobstreet by SEEK, he will develop initiatives that provide guidance and resources for many job seekers, particularly the youth, while highlighting the importance of early career development.

“I look forward to encouraging and supporting young people to enter the workforce and contribute to the economy. “By emphasizing skills training, mentorship, and access to job opportunities, I aim to make it easier and more appealing for young people to start their careers,” Yusingco commented, sharing his insight on the country’s current job market for the youth.

Before joining the Jobstreet by SEEK team, Jett Dizon has long overseen the development of sales and business for many top companies such as Lalamove, major construction entity EEI Corporation, Manila Water, and the PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies. As Head of Sales, Dizon plans to enhance the capabilities of the platform’s commercial team through sales enablement and development, providing more value and exceptional customer service to Jobstreet’s clients.

Jett Dizon, Head of Sales

“In my new role as Head of Sales, I plan to fulfill my desire to help more people by providing career opportunities and supporting the growth of businesses in our country,” Dizon shared.

With its new team members leading the sales, marketing, and operations, Jobstreet by SEEK continues taking on the mission of driving employment to millions of Filipinos, further improving the company’s role as a career and talent partner for all future job-seekers.

Learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK by visiting https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/.

Jobstreet by SEEK partners with TESDA for the 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition, upholding employability for future job-seekers

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SHS and TVET learners attend a career guidance talk with Jobstreet by SEEK and WorldSkills Philippines by TESDA

Bridging the gap between education and employment, leading online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK has recently partnered with WorldSkills Philippines by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in line with th e 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition held at the World Trade Center in Pasay. This collaboration aims to provide Senior High School (SHS) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) learners with valuable insights into job-seeking skills.

The partnership led by Jobstreet by SEEK and TESDA seeks to expand digital empowerment to SHS and TVET learners, equipping them with career counseling and exploration activities to help them discover their passions and strengths by providing guidance to enhance employability skills such as resume writing and interview strategies, especially in an increasingly digital job landscape.

“I believe that this partnership with WorldSkills Philippines by TESDA serves as a crucial stepping stone for SHS and TVET learners who will eventually become the country’s future workforce,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines.

“By equipping SHS and TVET learners with the necessary job-seeking and upskilling skills to navigate the country’s increasingly digital job market, we believe that job security in the Philippines can be improved for the years to come. This starts with partnerships with organizations like TESDA, which serve as a primary platform for equipping the necessary skills and knowledge for our future workforce, the youth.”

This collaboration also highlights Jobstreet by SEEK’s Career Hub, which is a platform within the Jobstreet app that offers guide content for job-seekers, touching on tips regarding upskilling, reskilling, and improving employability in the job search market. This underscores Jobstreet by SEEK’s unique position not just as a job search platform, but also as a career partner for job-seekers.

The partnership recently came to fruition with a career talk during the 2024 Philippine National Skills competition for SHS and TVET students. The talk featured a variety of topics aimed at empowering SHS and TVET learners with necessary job-seeking skills in the face of a digitalizing job market. This included a resume-building and job interview panel with speaker Anni Basinga, Country HR Manager of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines; a panel on remote work with a mock interview for participants facilitated by Mia Juan, a popular social media content “edu-creator”, and a talk on overseas work by Product Specialist of WorkAbroad and host, Marc Paredes.

Anni Basinga, Country HR Manager of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines, gives a talk on career guidance, highlighting Jobstreet’s digital platform

“With Jobstreet by SEEK’s platform, we are using the power of AI for better talent matches. We use AI to check your resumes which will then be matched to job ads, making sure that the jobs you can apply for are jobs that thoroughly match your skill sets. This is what we mean when we say AI enhancement, that we use the power of technology to help you find the jobs that are right for you. This is the type of digital empowerment that future jobseekers need,” explained Basinga.

Jobstreet by SEEK continues to uphold its commitment to equipping future job-seekers and employees like SHS and TVET students with the necessary skills to improve their employability as job searching continues to be more competitive in the country. Jobstreet by SEEK further supports this with its state-of-the-art digital platforms such as Career Hub, and SEEK’s AI-driven job matching platform that opens opportunities for potential employees to match their skill set to a career they want to pursue in the future.

Learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK by visiting https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/.

Jobstreet by SEEK, SM Supermalls, PSAC kick off ‘Trabaho Para sa Bayan: J.O.B.S Commitment Signing’ to conduct hybrid job fairs nationwide

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In line with enhancing the country’s labor market, leading online job platform Jobstreet by SEEK, SM Supermalls, and the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) have solidified their commitment at the official launch of the nationwide campaign Trabaho Para sa Bayan: J.O.B.S (Job Opportunities Building Skills).

A ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) marked the commencement of the groundbreaking initiative, kicking off with a whole-day job fair at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia on May 9.

(from left to right) George Barcelon, Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Inc. (PCCI) Chairman; Hon. Bienvenido Laguesma, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary; Dannah Majarocon, Jobstreet by SEEK Managing Director; Deborah P. Sy, SM Foundation, Inc. Executive Director and Trustee; Hon. Frederick Go, Special Assistant to the President for Investments and Economic Affairs; Doris Magsaysay-Ho, Private Sector and Advisory Council (PSAC) Jobs Committee Member and Magsaysay Group of Companies President and CEO; Teresita Sy-Coson, PSAC Jobs Lead for J.O.B.S. and SM Investment Corporation Vice-Chairperson; Rizalina Mantaring, PSAC Jobs Committee Member and Ayala Corporation Lead Independent Director; Joey Concepcion, PSAC Lead for Jobs and Go Negosyo Founder; Ferdinand Ferrer Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) Vice President; Sergio Ortiz-Luis, Jr., Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. President.

The MOA signing was graced by Dannah Majarocon, Jobstreet by SEEK Managing Director; Deborah P. Sy, SM Foundation, Inc. Executive Director and Trustee; Witnessed by Teresita Sy-Coson, SM Investments Corporation Vice-Chair Person and PSAC Jobs Member and Lead for J.O.B.S.; Jose Ma. “Joey” A. Concepcion III, Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) Lead for Jobs and Go Negosyo Founder; Hon. Bienvenido Laguesma, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary; and Hon. Frederick Go, Special Assistant to the President for Investments and Economic Affairs (SAPIEA) Secretary.

Job fair at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall

The collaboration seeks to generate quality jobs for Filipinos and help address the job skills mismatch. It strives to contribute to nation-building through activities including a series of on-ground job fairs at SM Malls nationwide and daily online job fairs via Jobstreet by SEEK’s online platform.

Succeeding job fairs will be rolled out nationwide—SM City San Jose Del Monte on May 16, SM City San Pedro Laguna on May 23, and SM City General Santos on May 30. More locations are to be announced soon. Meanwhile, candidates may also check out available jobs at jobstreet.com.ph/page/sm-job-fair.

The campaign offers opportunities across a diverse range of focus industries, each playing a vital role in the economic landscape of the Philippines including but not limited to Information Technology-Business Process Outsourcing (IT-BPO), healthcare, tourism, manufacturing, and construction. By focusing on these sectors, Trabaho Para sa Bayan: J.O.B.S aims to provide employment opportunities and support key sectors of the country’s economy.

Hirers in need of candidates can also participate in the hybrid career fairs by reaching out to the Private Sector Advisory Council, Jobstreet by SEEK, or SM Supermalls.

In addition to the on-ground and online job fairs, talents can access upskilling features at Trabaho Para sa Bayan: J.O.B.S’ Career Hub on Jobstreet by SEEK’s microsite. They can take advantage of bite-sized real-world career tips and advice from experts, as well as free resources and templates such as resumes and cover letters to help them seek better and land their next dream jobs.

Jobstreet by SEEK’s Managing Director, Dannah Majarocon shared the company’s commitment

to better talent searching and job matching through the platform in collaboration SM and PSAC

“Jobstreet by SEEK has always been enthusiastic about these collaborations so long as it benefits our Filipino candidates and hirers. We’re honored to have been given the opportunity to work with other like-minded organizations, driving us to continue facilitating better job matches between employers and candidates across the country,” said Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director, Philippines, Jobstreet by SEEK.

The platform also continues to empower small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as large businesses through democratizing its all-new platform with Free Lite Ads, allowing employers to post unlimited job listings for free. This lets them enjoy seamless hiring across Jobstreet by SEEK’s large talent pool of over 11.6 million Filipino registered candidates, ensuring greater talent reach and applications.

To check for updates and register for more upcoming job fairs, visit https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/page/sm-job-fair.

Jobstreet by SEEK democratizes platform, offers free job posts for all employers

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As it continues to revolutionize the employment market in the new age of hiring, Jobstreet by SEEK has democratized its all-new platform with Free Lite Ads, giving employers the opportunity to post unlimited job listings anytime and for any role, for free.

Employers in need of job applicants need not worry about their hiring budget as Free Lite Ads let you enjoy free access and seamless hiring on the Philippines’ largest AI-powered career platform that delivers faster and better matches. Jobstreet by SEEK has the largest talent pool with over 11.6 million Filipino registered candidates so you can ensure greater talent reach and applications.

This initiative seeks to empower employers with freedom and value, strengthening Jobstreet by SEEK’s goal of attaining eight million jobs nationwide, and allowing small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and large businesses to meet their demands for quality talent.

“Jobstreet by SEEK has been essential to employers in streamlining their hiring processes. That is why we continue to innovate and ensure efficiency and flexibility among our existing and potential partner employers every step of the way, thereby empowering them with the freedom to utilize our platform to assist them in finding the best talents,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director, Philippines, Jobstreet by SEEK.

Whether you’re a startup looking to expand your team or a multinational company seeking professional candidates, you can take advantage of unlimited Free Lite Ads and create your job listings, visible to candidates for 30 days per job post.

To maximize the platform and keep up with today’s highly competitive job market, hirers may also explore other premium features, providing up to [1]3X more applications through priority listing, company branding opportunities to help job posts stand out, and access to analytics and reporting, among others. These essential features can help employers prioritize and centralize the visibility of their job posts, attracting more talent from across the Asia-Pacific region.

Early this year, Jobstreet by SEEK introduced its newly transformed platform promising better matches for hirers and candidates. The new platform deploys AI models to assess talent suitability and provide highly personalized recommendations by processing data from various sources, including resumes, job ad descriptions, and the employer’s past behaviors. This allows employers to find the best match faster.

To learn more about Free Lite Ads, check out: https://ph.employer.seek.com/products/jobads.

[1] Jobstreet by SEEK premium account offers 3X more job applications vs free account

Jobstreet by SEEK named runner-up at the YouTube Works Awards Southeast Asia 2023

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Leading online career platform Jobstreet by SEEK was announced as a runner-up at the recently concluded YouTube Works Awards Southeast Asia 2023 with its video campaign series “Hire Real Talent”.

Jobstreet by SEEK’s three-part video series is considered as one of the most innovative and effective campaigns on YouTube in the past year. It was nominated for “The All Action Hero,” a category that recognizes brands that maximize the action-oriented features of YouTube to effectively achieve its goals and encourage conversion and/or awareness.

YouTube had garnered over 750 applications from across Southeast Asia, with Jobstreet by SEEK being only one of the 12 Philippine brands that were announced as finalists such as Nestle, Lazada, and GCash to name a few.

The Hire Real Talent campaign aims to bare the realities of hiring candidates on social media while encouraging hirers to utilize legitimate job platforms to target the right candidates. Jobstreet by SEEK went with a satirical and witty take on the matter to show hirers that seeking talents through social media may not bring them the best-suited candidates which can result in an inefficient recruitment process. Social media lacks identity verification, making it hard to distinguish real from fake accounts. Users often lack professional profiles and work experience information unlike in job platforms, making it difficult for employers to assess candidates.

In the first video, the applicant being interviewed had a display photo of a newly set-up social media account—anonymous, lifeless, and unrecognizable. As for the second video, the applicant shown was unidentifiable due to their profile photo being a family portrait. Lastly, in the third video, the applicant is seen to have had work experience in a fictitious restaurant, making it difficult to determine factual information about them.

The annual YouTube Works Awards, in partnership with research firm Kantar, recognizes and celebrates campaigns to champion the brilliant minds behind them. This year, it made its comeback bigger and better by bringing the competition all throughout the Southeast Asian region, presenting new categories and a jury brimming with local experts and brilliant minds.

“Being named as having one of the most effective campaigns this year is an incredible honor as we’ve seen a lot of exceptional executions over the past period, so we are extremely grateful for the YouTube Works Awards for recognizing our campaign. We will continue on creating content that will not just get the interest but also educate our audience to remain the most trusted career and talent platform in the Philippines,” shares Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director, Philippines, Jobstreet by SEEK.

To watch the shortlisted video series, visit the following links:

●       Hire Real Talent: Sam Juan the Avatar - https://tinyurl.com/Sam-Juan-the-Avatar

●       Hire Real Talent: Franz Bob the Chef - https://tinyurl.com/Franz-Bob-the-Chef

●       Hire Real Talent: The Family - https://tinyurl.com/Jobstreet-La-Familia

To learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK, visit jobstreet.com.ph.

JobStreet shows the realities of hiring on social media in video series, urges employers to hire real talent

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JobStreet by SEEK continues its initiative to empower companies in seeking better candidates in 2023 through a series of videos in line with their latest campaign, “Hire Real Talent,” baring the realities of hiring on social media.

Social networking channels are proven to be an effective way of communication, but using them for seeking talents may be more inefficient than hirers think—and this video series depicts a witty take on real-life scenarios and challenges among employers that use social media for posting their job vacancies.

Aside from encouraging hirers to utilize legitimate job platforms in their recruitment process, JobStreet’s video series attempts to show the truth behind social media recruiting: when you hire through social media, chances are you have no idea who you're interviewing.

The first video depicts an applicant who resembles the avatar of a newly set-up social media account, illustrating anonymity, a lack of character, or a genuine identity. Likewise, the second video demonstrates the difficulty of recognizing the true applicant whose profile photo is a family portrait. Finally, in the last video, JobStreet displays an applicant with experience working somewhere fictitious, portraying a lack of professionalism and accurate information.

As users are not required to authenticate their identities or credentials on most social media sites, it is challenging to discern between legitimate and fraudulent accounts. In addition, most social media users do not present themselves professionally and have little to no work experience information, which limits the hirers’ opportunity to fully scrutinize their applicants based on their criteria.

“While social media is a convenient tool to share information, we want to let hirers know that not everyone in your following or likes is looking for jobs—and the best and most appropriate way to recruit active jobseekers is to reach out to where they are searching for opportunities, and that is through official job platforms,” said Kim Viray, JobStreet Philippines Head of Marketing.

“In today's competitive and fast-changing world, we recognize the challenges that come with the hiring process, which is why we continuously empower hirers and provide them solutions that they need on top of offering a platform with millions of quality and qualified candidates,” he added.

JobStreet aims to make hiring more convenient and efficient for employers, particularly for SMEs. Through its free job ad postings, businesses are entitled to a 30-day free job posting credit upon registration on JobStreet, giving seamless access to over 14 million registered candidates with free use of powerful candidate management tools, easy-to-use job ad writing tools, inclusion in job recommendations, accessibility on multiple channels, and many other benefits, allowing hirers to focus on selecting the best candidate.

Its beneficial features assure targeted job posting to relevant potential applicants, and it may save time by using screening tools to check and match skills and credentials with the role.

To watch the video series, visit the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/JobStreetPhilippines/videos/1139168213385418

https://www.facebook.com/JobStreetPhilippines/videos/544309744353171

https://www.facebook.com/JobStreetPhilippines/videos/232945675833072

Hiring behind profiles: Why social media is an ineffective platform in recruiting talents for employers

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Social media has broken barriers and opened the world of seamless communication by allowing users to share life updates and socialize on the platform. With its astronomical growth, it eventually offered many opportunities for businesses not only to promote their service but outsource potential employees.

However, social media can be a double-edged tool when used for business processes, particularly for recruitment. While social media can be a seemingly convenient tool to announce job vacancies, it doesn’t necessarily translate to quality applications.       

In line with their latest campaign “Hire Real Talent” dedicated to educating companies in seeking the right talents post-pandemic, the leading online job portal JobStreet Philippines advises companies to reconsider the use of social media in their recruitment processes.

Difficulty in finding skilled and quality candidates

On social media, recruiters may encounter various applicants but finding qualified candidates can be a challenge. Although social media accounts can be helpful in doing background checks, it can result in prejudice, and recruiters may be unable to find relevant information such as credentials, job experiences, and skillset as compared to an actual professional job platform.

Social media profiles exhibit more personal and non-professional activities or information about an individual—ergo, filtering of qualified applicants can be taxing for hirers.

Social media job ads may NOT be targeting active jobseekers

Targeted social media ads get promoted to a specific category of people and are also shown to the general audience. While ads can be specific, social media users who fall under the selected categories are not automatically active jobseekers because the platforms are mainly used for socializing or content streaming. Hence, the costs of boosting job ads on social media may not be as effective in targeting the right candidates and, therefore, could potentially be a waste of company resources.

Filipino workforce prefers online job platforms

According to a recent study by JobStreet, “What Jobseekers Wish Employers Knew: Unlocking the Future of Recruitment” when looking for a job, 28% of Filipinos prefer online recruitment platforms, corporate pages, and websites. This means many job seekers, from entry-level to skilled ones, go straight to the source of job postings when they are actively looking for opportunities.

Legitimate job platforms like JobStreet have specialized filtering capacities for hirers and recruiters to use when looking for a candidate that requires certain skills and experience. Through this, not only is it convenient for hirers but also reliable when looking for a legitimate candidate. Before applicants can post their resume, it is scanned and scored by an Artificial Intelligence tool built upon millions of data points from the JobStreet platform. The AI tool has been vetted by real HR professionals, employers, and corporate leaders.

Additionally, JobStreet offers a consumable budget-based model that allows hirers to set a budget for a certain period of time. With the candidates engaging on the platform specifically for job-hunting purposes, hirers are assured that their boosted job posts are shown to the relevant target audience and converted to legitimate applications.  

“As shown in our recent study, it is now a jobseekers’ market. With the changes in preferences and behaviors of our young workforce, we aim for our hirers to be fully equipped and future-ready when it comes to their recruitment practices, and that includes optimizing their resources and utilizing effective platforms that help them get quality talents,” said Kim Viray, JobStreet Philippines Head of Marketing.

JobStreet offers numerous benefits for employers to aid them through their recruitment process and lead them to make great hires. For newly registered hirers, JobStreet offers 30-day free job posting on their platform with access to over 14 million candidates, useful features on multiple channels (e.g. website and mobile app), easy-to-use job advertisement composer, powerful candidate management tools, and many more.

Under the campaign “Hire Real Talent”, the job platform also recently released a fun take on the use of social media in hiring candidates. Watch it here: https://www.facebook.com/JobStreetPhilippines/videos/1139168213385418/

To learn more on how you can maximize JobStreet for your hiring needs, visit https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/en/cms/employer/.

 

JobStreet shares in-demand skills that will benefit jobseekers in 2023

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The year 2023 is an interesting year for the job market, considering the evolving work environment and the growing demand for hybrid work setups. As hirers and employees transition to their most optimal work arrangement, this likewise requires candidates to upgrade their skills to stay competitive in the coming year.

With this, leading online job platform JobStreet by SEEK shares skills that will enable candidates to become future-ready, seek better opportunities, and put themselves at an advantage over other talents.

Digital literacy is critical

Hirers are more likely to look for jobseekers who are able to use and work with digital tools and devices. Therefore, candidates are encouraged to upgrade their digital skills since they are an integral part of business operations. Gaining essential digital skills opens a lot of opportunities. You can improve this by taking free digital courses, increasing your online presence, learning emerging digital platforms, and staying updated on tech trends, among others.

Adaptability is key

As businesses adjust to the changes brought by the pandemic, employees are also expected to become more adaptable, which allows them to efficiently embrace and deal with different situations at work.

According to JobStreet, hirers value candidates who are able to adapt to changes in processes and operations, modify plans when necessary, learn new tools and technologies, and welcome new roles and responsibilities.

“The world is so unpredictable, we learned that very well with the recent global pandemic that took us all by surprise. As industries evolve, it matters not who is the most skilled in the field, but more so, who can adapt quickly,” said JobStreet Philippines Country Manager Philip Gioca, “since trends and demands from different careers change over time, candidates who are in for the challenge and can pivot immediately have a great advantage.”

Refresh your interpersonal skills

The pandemic has impacted our social life, keeping us away from our friends and colleagues. With hybrid work becoming a trend among industries, jobseekers are encouraged to strengthen their interpersonal skills. This helps create meaningful and strong working relationships among colleagues as well as improves the productivity and morale of the entire team.

JobStreet advises candidates to start by embracing team assignments or projects, being active listeners with seniors and colleagues, and having empathy and support in every way possible to help them grow.

Multi-task efficiently

More often than not, performing several tasks simultaneously and successfully is a valuable skill sought by hirers. However, mastering how to multitask can be tricky when done the wrong way, especially for people who find it difficult to work in between tasks.

The coming year is an opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and enhance skills like multitasking. To practice this effectively, JobStreet suggests jobseekers to list down the tasks, identify the most urgent items, and focus on what’s most important at a time while keeping track of other tasks. Remember to not do multiple challenging tasks at once as it may lead to not accomplishing anything at all.

Master time management

Time management is also a major skill that contributes to productivity and is desired by many employers. Especially for a hybrid work setup, companies are looking for candidates who can efficiently manage their tasks and deliver quality work according to timelines. It helps to create your plan and organize your tasks for the day, and do not forget to give yourself scheduled breaks to minimize stress and fatigue.

“With hybrid working becoming normalized, we are expecting more hirers to look for talents who already have and are open to learning both hard and soft skills that are relevant to their industry. We hope to inspire more candidates to seek better opportunities by also acquiring new knowledge and improving their skill set,” shared JobStreet Philippines Country Manager Philip Gioca.

To learn more about how you can advance in your career in 2023, visit https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/career-resources/.

SEEK Asia, Tech In Asia concludes regional hybrid conference in Singapore, flies selected Filipino job seekers for free

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JobStreet representatives and delegates at the Tech In Asia Conference

powered by JobStreet by SEEK in Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Bringing forth workplace and employee advancement through collective efforts, technology news platform Tech In Asia in collaboration with JobStreet by SEEK recently concluded its regional hybrid conference with the theme Southeast Asia: Built to Last which took place in Singapore.

Joined by over 10,000 participants across Asia, the conference helped attendees navigate bear markets, inflation and other current global events by featuring valuable insights from various key opinion leaders as well as interactive activities. Three lucky Filipino candidates selected by JobStreet Philippines through a social media contest were also given the chance to experience an all-expenses-paid trip and hybrid event at Marina Bay Sands.

Apart from providing entertaining activities for participants through various games and booths, JobStreet by SEEK was also able to tackle the new priorities of today’s digital talent and how companies can understand these to attract better quality hires through a session led by SEEK Asia’s Careers and Connect Platform Chief Growth Officer Yuh Yng Chook.

Digital talents’ increased desire for flexibility

In her talk entitled SEEK Better: The secret to attracting tech talent and leading more fulfilling work lives, Chook shared that digital workers prioritize their flexibility when looking for a job and that this ultimately points back to the importance jobseekers place on maintaining their work-life balance. She added that managers can address these shifting preferences by acknowledging and praising their employees, while ensuring employee welfare.

“In Asia, it’s common for employees to go above and beyond in their roles—but a simple reassurance from their managers would go a long way in ensuring employee satisfaction in the long run,” she said.

This desire for flexibility among digital talents also extends to the geographic location of their employers, with 68% saying that they are willing to work remotely for an overseas company. The data also showed that employers headquartered in certain countries are more attractive than others, with digital talents preferring companies based in the US, followed by the UK, Australia, China and Singapore.

To engage with overseas digital talents, international companies are encouraged to invest in their employment branding to increase their exposure. Organic testimonials through social media platforms and other mediums would be beneficial for companies in the long run.

Digital talents’ investment in social and environmental issues

Chook also highlighted the growing interest of candidates on social and environment issues. Digital talents also care about what’s happening in the world, with more than 60% saying that issues related to diversity and inclusion and environmental responsibility became more important to them over the past year.

These values are urgent enough to today’s digital talents that they would exclude companies who don’t match their personal beliefs from their consideration. According to Chook, companies can respond to this by emphasizing their genuine environmental and social efforts as one of their highlights when recruiting for new talent.

Digital talents’ need for security and certainty

Apart from aforementioned matters, Chook said that digital talents also worry about their future, especially in a constantly changing and evolving tech industry, with 42% saying that they were increasingly concerned about the implications of future innovations to their work. This transition led many jobseekers to be flexible in their career expectations and invest in their skills through self-led and online learning materials.

In order to accommodate these, Chook believes that companies and organizations should consider providing digital employees with an allowance to spend for their courses and training. Not to mention giving employees the space and time they need for their learning as it also gives job seekers the opportunity for further career development.

“To employers, you need to understand the reasons that attract candidates to keep them content enough to stay. To employees, SEEK better. Don’t settle for a job that isn’t making you happy. We’re currently experiencing “The Great Job Boom” with plenty of job opportunities out there, and there has never been a better time to look for a new job and negotiate for better roles,” she added.

These insights align with SEEK’S newest campaign called “SEEK Better” that aims to help provide a wake-up call for employees who feel stuck in their jobs and encourage them to chase after more productive yet fulfilling work lives.

To find job opportunities that align with your values and priorities in life, visit jobstreet.com.ph

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About JobStreet by SEEK

JobStreet is the leading employment platform in Southeast Asia, helping people live more fulfilling and productive working lives and helping organizations succeed. It is a subsidiary of SEEK, a diverse group of companies comprised of a strong portfolio of online employment, educational, commercial and volunteer businesses. SEEK is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and has a strong presence across the APAC region, including six Asian markets – Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand—through the JobStreet and JobsDB brands. SEEK attracts over 500 million visits a year in Asia.

SEEK better talents with JobStreet’s latest job posting package for hirers

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True to its commitment to supporting employers in their hiring needs, leading online job portal JobStreet by SEEK has unveiled its newest job posting package to provide flexibility in this ever-changing employment landscape.

JobStreet revamps its hirer consumption model that aims to build a fairer and more flexible career marketplace that benefits both employers and candidates, following the frequent demand for candidates due to subsequent resignations.

Furthermore, through the newest budget-based hirer package, employers will have access and freedom to choose various job post types depending on their needs and avail of larger discounts with better planning and result. Every job post will automatically be deducted from the consumable budget and the remaining balance is ready for use for their next posting whenever needed.

According to JobStreet, many companies are facing recruitment challenges in the new normal, one of which is the unpredictability of its hired talents.

“We’ve observed that hirers have been experiencing uncertainty when it comes to hiring talents–they don’t know which positions will be vacant or how many employees will leave the company,” JobStreet Philippines Marketing Head Kim Viray explained.

A recent study shows that 4.6 million workers quit their jobs with the Philippines experiencing a whopping 176% in voluntary resignation across all industries in a phenomenon called “The Great Resignation”.

“We recognize that hiring requirements are evolving based on industries, market trends, and supply and demand of jobseekers. Hence, we want to help our hirers have that flexibility that is suitable for when the need arises in order for them to SEEK better when it comes to their employees,” he added.

As the top preferred career platform, JobStreet currently has a large and diverse talent pool of over 14.6 million jobseekers in the Philippines. The portal also has an advanced matching capability to provide relevant applications for employers.

To learn more about hiring quality talents on the platform, visit https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/en/cms/employer/.

Find future-ready jobs in JobStreet and CSC’s nationwide Government Online Career Fair 2022

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Leading online job portal JobStreet by SEEK, in partnership with the Philippine’s Civil Service Commission (CSC), encourages job seekers to join the Government Online Career Fair 2022 happening on September 19 to 23, 2022, in line with their commitment to providing future-ready government jobs for Filipinos, particularly fresh graduates.

Over 20,000 available government jobs both on the JobStreet platform and on the Government Online Career fair are up for grabs, comprised of various roles such as Guidance Counselor, Administrative Aide, Revenue Officer, Engineer, Planning Officer, Medical Officer, Nurse, etc.

Interested applicants can also explore other vacancies for Project Development Officer, Accountant, Auditor, Executive Assistant, and Information Technology Officer, among others.

The Government Online Career Fair is also in celebration of the 122nd anniversary of civil service in the Philippines and will be joined by more than 120 government agencies including the Department of Health (DOH)​, Department of Environment and Natural Resource (DENR)​, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Commission on Elections (COMELEC)​, Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)​, Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), and many more.

“For two years since the pandemic, JobStreet and the Civil Service Commission have successfully helped Filipinos find government jobs through online channels. With this year’s online career fair, we hope we’ll be able to empower more candidates with future-ready opportunities,” shared JobStreet Philippines Country Manager Philip Gioca.

With many government jobs open for candidates, JobStreet by SEEK underscores that this is an opportune time for candidates, including fresh graduates, to establish a steady career progression and networking opportunities while finding a sense of purpose through helping the nation. Furthermore, the job portal shares that many government job roles offer a work-life balance which is currently a top priority for most Filipino applicants.

Aside from convenient job applications, the event will also allow candidates to learn more from the webinars conducted by career experts throughout the duration of the job fair. Guest speakers will tackle topics related to working for a digital job, building a website, career in government, government job flexibility, among others,

Empowering the “lockdown generation”

In its third Government Online Career Fair with CSC, JobStreet by SEEK aims to help and empower fresh graduates who have been facing numerous labor market challenges due to the pandemic.

With more Filipinos still looking for jobs that fit their lifestyle and preference, stiff competition awaits fresh graduates as they enter the workforce, not to mention the returning experienced and even migrant workers. Moreover, young jobseekers in the Philippines face multiple labor market risks such as severe disruptions in education and training, low earnings, limited employment prospects, and magnified job search constraints—all on top of the need for digital tools and devices among employees to secure job opportunities.

“While digital tools and innovation can help continue education and upskilling and is an advantage for the youth, there's much more that is needed to be done for our country to catch up when it comes to internet access, speed, and affordability. The youth needs to be supported in their journey to having access to job opportunities,” shared JobStreet Philippines Head of Marketing Kim Viray.

JobStreet and CSC will be offering 2,000 on the GOCF platform, and roughly 20,000 on the JobStreet Philippines platform, open for fresh graduates nationwide.

Top roles include Engineers, Administrative Officers, Revenue Officers, Nurses, Executive Assistants, Accountants, Auditors, and IT officers.

Since 2020, JobStreet and CSC through the Government Online Career Fair have brought together over 200,000 participants and more than 120 government agencies.

Find future-ready government jobs and register to the Government Online Career Fair via http://jobstreet.com.ph/GOCF22/go.

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About JobStreet by SEEK

JobStreet is the leading employment platform in Southeast Asia, helping people live more fulfilling and productive working lives and helping organizations succeed. It is a subsidiary of SEEK, a diverse group of companies comprised of a strong portfolio of online employment, educational, commercial and volunteer businesses. SEEK is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and has a strong presence across the APAC region, including six Asian markets – Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand – through the JobStreet and JobsDB brands. SEEK attracts over 500 million visits a year in Asia.