💼 Jobs & Careers
JobStreet Philippines
One of the Philippines' largest job search platforms, part of the SEEK Group, connecting job seekers with employers across the country. About JobStreet Philippines: JobStreet is a major Southeast Asian job platform, part of the Australian SEEK Group, widely used by both large corporations and small businesses in the Philippines for recruitment across nearly every industry and experience level. Key Features: Wide Job Database: Extensive listings from entry-level to senior roles across many industries. Advanced Search Filters: Filter by industry, location, salary range, and experience level. CV Builder and Profile: Create and maintain an online CV visible to registered employers. Career Resources: Salary guides and career advice content alongside job listings. How to Get Started: Create a free account and build your CV profile on JobStreet. Search job listings using filters relevant to your field, location, and experience. Apply directly through the platform, attaching your CV and cover letter where useful. Track your applications and respond to employer messages through your account. Important Notice: Foreign nationals seeking work in the Philippines generally need employer sponsorship for an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) before starting a job — factor this into your job search, as not all listed employers are set up to sponsor foreign hires.
Kalibrr
A Philippine job platform combining job listings with skills assessments to help match candidates with employers more effectively. About Kalibrr: Kalibrr is a Philippine-founded recruitment platform that distinguishes itself with built-in skills assessments and tests, aiming to give employers more objective data on candidates beyond just a resume, used by companies ranging from startups to large corporations. Key Features: Skills Assessments: Take tests relevant to your field to demonstrate your abilities to potential employers. Job Matching: Algorithm-driven job recommendations based on your profile and assessment results. Wide Industry Coverage: Listings spanning entry-level to senior roles across many industries. Application Tracking: Monitor the status of your applications and any employer responses through your account. How to Get Started: Create a free account and build your profile on Kalibrr. Complete relevant skills assessments to strengthen your profile. Search or browse job listings matching your field and experience level. Apply directly through the platform and track your application status. Important Notice: Completing skills assessments can meaningfully improve your visibility to employers on Kalibrr compared to a bare profile — investing time in these tests is often worthwhile if you're serious about your job search on the platform.
POEA / DMW
The Philippine government agency responsible for overseeing overseas Filipino worker (OFW) employment, recruitment regulation, and worker welfare. About POEA / DMW: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) was created to consolidate the functions previously handled by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) and several other agencies, becoming the central government body overseeing OFW recruitment, deployment, and welfare, though POEA's name and functions remain widely referenced during the transition. Key Features: Recruitment Agency Licensing: Regulates and licenses agencies that recruit Filipino workers for overseas employment. Overseas Employment Certificate: Processes required documentation for OFWs prior to deployment. Worker Welfare Programs: Coordinates protections and assistance programs for OFWs, often alongside OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration). Complaint and Grievance Handling: Provides a channel for OFWs to report recruitment violations or employment disputes. How to Get Started: Verify that any recruitment agency you're working with is legitimately licensed by checking the DMW's official list of accredited agencies. Gather required documents for overseas employment processing, which vary by destination country and job type. Complete the required pre-departure orientation and documentation before deployment. Know how to contact DMW or the nearest Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) if you encounter problems while working abroad. Important Notice: Only work with DMW-licensed recruitment agencies — illegal recruiters and unlicensed agencies are a serious and unfortunately common problem, and using an unlicensed agency puts you at much higher risk of exploitation, unpaid wages, or fraud. Always verify an agency's license status directly with DMW before paying any fees or signing any contract.