Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles encouraged heads of government agencies, human resources management offices, and the public to nominate deserving government officials and employees for the 2024 Search for Outstanding Government Workers.

Nominations can be submitted electronically to CSC Regional and Field Offices nationwide until 31 March 2024.

An annual activity under the CSC’s Honor Awards Program (HAP), it aims to recognize and reward public service exemplars who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public service. By showcasing these exemplary individuals, the CSC hopes to inspire civil servants to improve the quality of their performance, instilling deeper involvement in public service.

“Let us continue this tradition of honoring outstanding public servants who, through selfless dedication and unwavering commitment, have shown their love for our country and tirelessly work for the welfare of others," said Chairperson Nograles.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) urged government agencies to continue to be at the forefront of ensuring gender equality in the public sector in line with the celebration of National Women’s Month.

CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles called on government workers across the country to reaffirm the collective commitment of fostering a culture of equality and inclusiveness by recognizing the capabilities of women and embracing partnerships across all genders.

“Women’s leadership, resilience, and commitment serve as an inspiration to us all. As government workers, we all have a unique role to play in shaping the future of governance and in gender mainstreaming in the entire Philippine bureaucracy. We must be champions of ensuring gender equality,” said Chairperson Nograles.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) administered the Career Service Exam – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) Professional and Subprofessional levels in 16 regions nationwide on 3 March 2024.

Of the 361,674 individuals who registered for the exam, 335,356 individuals or 92.72% showed up in 95 testing centers, with 297,955 individuals taking the CSE Professional Level and 37,401 for the Subprofessional Level.

CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles, who inspected the actual conduct of the examinations in Kalibo, Aklan, expressed his gratitude and congratulations to the examinees.

“Kami ay nagpapasalamat sa kooperasyon at disiplina ng mga examinees sapagkat naging matiwasay ang pagsasagawa ng CSE-PPT hindi lamang sa mga testing site na nabisita ko dito sa Region VI, kundi sa iba’t-iba pang testing sites sa buong bansa,” he said. 

Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles announced the application period for the 2 June 2024 Fire Officer Examination (FOE), Penology Officer Examination (POE), and Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) is set from 4 March to 3 April 2024. 

"We are pleased to announce the upcoming administration of the FOE, POE, and BCLTE across 16 regions nationwide, offering opportunities for individuals aspiring to serve in crucial roles as fire officers, penology officers, local treasurers, and assistant local treasurers. We urge applicants to promptly submit their applications, as they will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis," said Chairperson Nograles. 

The resolution granting civil service eligibility to Sanggunian Members has been amended.

This, after the Civil Service Commission (CSC) promulgated Resolution No. 2300882 on 15 September 2023, amending CSC Resolution No. 1300486 dated 06 March 2013. This new rule adopts and prescribes the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10156, also known as “An Act Conferring Upon Members of the Sangguniang Bayan, Sangguniang Panlungsod, and Sangguniang Panlalawigan, the Appropriate Civil Service Eligibility under Certain Circumstances, and for Other Purposes.”

Pursuant to R.A. 10156, Sanggunian Member Eligibility (SME) may be granted to the following Sanggunian Members, who have been elected after the effectivity of the Local Government Code of 1991: