The Department of Science and Technology(abbreviated as DOST; Filipino: Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya), is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the coordination of science and technology-related projects in the Philippines and to formulate policies and projects in the fields of science and technology in support of national development.
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the premiere science and technology body in the country charged with the twin mandate of providing central direction, leadership and coordination of all scientific and technological activities, and of formulating policies, programs and projects to support national development.
Executive Order No. 128 mandates the Department to “provide central direction, leadership and coordination of scientific and technological efforts and ensure that the results therefrom are geared and utilized in areas of maximum economic and social benefits for the people”.
With the agency’s elevation to full cabinet stature by virtue of Executive Order 128 signed on 30 January 1987, the functions and responsibilities of DOST expanded correspondingly to include the following: pursue the declared state policy of supporting local scientific and technological effort; develop local capability to achieve technological self-reliance; and encourage greater private sector participation in research and development.
Interestingly, DOST has vacancies until October 13 & 14, 2022.
Job Vacancies until October 13, 2022
One (1) Administrative Officer V (Management and Audit Analyst III) / SG-18 (Php 54,244 Monthly Salary)
- Plantilla Item No.: OSEC-DOSTB-ADOF5-4-2022
- Place of Assignment: Financial and Management Service, Management Division
- Education : Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Experience : Two (2) years of relevant experience
- Training : Eight (8) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility : Career Service Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Job Description :
- Assist the Chief in the crafting of the policy agenda for improvement studies;
- Facilitate the review and assessment of the administrative organization of the Department to formulate recommendations for improvement;
- Integrate plans and programs of the Division and monitor the implementation particularly the operations improvement implementation activities;
- Draft consolidated operations and management reports aligned to the Internal Control System of the DOST;
- Conduct benchmarking across agencies and offices of the DOST on the best practices on management systems; and
- Performs other tasks and functions as may be assigned from time to time.
One (1) Project Development Officer I / SG-11 (Php 30,527 Monthly Salary)
- Plantilla Item No.: OSEC-DOSTB-PDO1-5-2022
- Place of Assignment: Special Projects Division Office of the Undersecretary for R&D
- Education : Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Experience : None required
- Training : None required
- Eligibility : Career Service Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Job Description :
- Coordinate administrative functions and support;
- Participate in special tasks as assigned including collecting and compiling a variety of administrative information and preparing a report of findings;
- Act as Document Custodian in accordance with ISO standards;
- Assist in the preparation of agenda folders and other materials for the DOST-EXECOM meetings;
- Perform administrative and financial functions; provide assistance in procurement activities, including maintenance and reconciliation of office supplies; and maintain office equipment and materials;
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
(1) Administrative Aide VI (Clerk III) / SG-6 (Php 20,252 Monthly Salary)
- Plantilla Item No.: OSEC-DOSTB-ADA6-190-2004
- Place of Assignment: Special Projects Division Office of the Undersecretary for R&D
- Education : Completion of two (2) years studies in college
- Experience : None required
- Training : None required
- Eligibility : Career Service Subprofessional / First Level Eligibility
- Job Description :
- Organize and provide administrative support and coordination;
- Receive, open, time, stamp, record in the Electronic Record Management System (ERMS) and distribute mail or incoming/outgoing documents;
- Receive and assist in reconciling financial-related documents, ensure correct billing amount, obtain authorized signatures and forward documents to the Finance unit to facilitate payment;
- Develop, maintain and archive of files and records for information related to the office;
- Maintain a record of equipment assigned to staff;
- Receive and respond to calls and visitors with tact and diplomacy, researching and responding to request for critical information and assistance;
- Perform related duties as required.
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