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More than 8,000 job opportunities available at ‘Victory of Mactan’ job fair

By John Rey Saavedra

CEBU CITY – On Friday, more than 8,000 job openings, both locally and internationally, were unveiled for job seekers at the 10th Kadaugan sa Mactan (Victory of Mactan) fair in Lapu-Lapu City.

Mayor Junard Chan disclosed that 28 local and multinational companies participated in the job fair held at The Outlet in Pueblo Verde, Barangay Basak, in the historical island city.

“I would be delighted if many of our applicants secured employment. With more people finding jobs, there would be fewer requests for employment opportunities,” expressed Chan.

The mayor acknowledged the separate and special lanes for the displaced workers who have joined the job-hunting at the fair.

He recounted that more than 7,000 workers in Mactan export processing zones lost their jobs since 2023.

Meanwhile, Kim Francisco, head of the Lapu-Lapu City Public Employment Service Office, said just an hour after the job fair opened, 13 applicants were hired on the spot.

Job applicants no longer need to visit other government agencies to secure necessary documents needed for their application such as police clearance.

The Philippine National Police has set up its booth for applicants who need the clearance.

The Social Security System booth was also present for those who wish to apply for membership or update their account. (PNA)

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