Thirty-one (31) regional winners and five semi-finalists of the Civil Service Commission’s Search for Outstanding Government Workers were recognized by the CSC Regional Office VI (CSC RO VI) during the Pasidungog 2024 at the Zuri Hotel, Mandurriao, Iloilo City on September 17, 2024.
CSC Assistant Commissioner Nerissa B. Canguilan awarded the certificates to the Regional Winners and plaques of recognition and cash award of PHP20,000 to the National Semi-finalists together with Regional Director Nelson G. Sarmiento and Assistant Regional Director Erna T. Elizan. They were assisted by the CSC RO VI Field Directors. The winners received the award together with their Heads of agencies or their representatives.
This year, out of 63 nominations received by the CSC RO VI, 31 were selected by the Regional Committee on Awards as regional winners in the CSC Pagasa, Dangal ng Bayan, and Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award Categories. Out of this number, five were selected as semi-finalists in the national level, and three eventually made it as national winners.
“It is a privilege to be with you today in this momentous celebration- Pasidungog 2024, where we give honor to the finest civil servants from region 6. As we gather to recognize our regional winners and semi-finalists of the 2024 Search for Outstanding Government Workers, we also reflect on the profound meaning of public service,” said Assistant Commissioner Canguilan during her Keynote Speech.
The Pasidungog is one of the highlights of the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary in the region. In her speech, Assistant Commissioner Canguilan also emphasized the importance of the PCSA theme. “This year’s Philippine Civil Service Anniversary theme, ‘Transforming Public Service in the Next Decade: Honing Agile and Future-ready Servant-heroes,’ resonates deeply with the changing landscape of governance. It reminds us that public service is not static. As we face global challenges, from pandemics, technological disruptions, and climate change to name a few, we must embrace innovation, agility, and resilience in our work.”
2023 Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award National Winner, Professor Julie Ann A. Salido, who is also the Vice President for Research and Extension of Aklan State University, gave an inspirational message to the awardees. In her message, she said, “being conferred and awarded is not just a recognition of individual achievement, but a testament to the collective spirit of service that defines us. Our work is more than a profession; it is a calling that requires heart, resilience, and an unwavering belief that every action, no matter how small, contributes to the greater good.”
On behalf of the awardees, Jay F. Tumbokon, 2024 CSC Pagasa Award National Semi-finalist, gave a response. In his message, he shared that his journey was like that of David and Goliath where every challenge and trial became an opportunity to discover solutions.
Iloilo Provincial Administrator Raul N. Banias, 2006 Presidential Lingkod Bayan National Winner and Iloilo City Assistant Administrator Noel S. Panaguiton also graced the Pasidungog on behalf of Governor Arthur R. Defensor, Jr. and Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, respectively.
Below is the list of regional winners, semi-finalists, and national winners from region 6. The national winners were also conferred their respective awards at Malacañang Palace on September 18, 2024.
CSC Pagasa Award (for outstanding contributions that directly benefit more than one department of the government)
Individual Category
1. Jay F. Tumbokon, Administrative Officer IV (Information Officer II), Local Government Unit of Libertad, Antique (National Semi-finalist)
2. Leila G. Valencia, Education Program Supervisor, Department of Education Schools Division of Iloilo City
3. Monalyn L. Oloroso, Associate Professor I, Capiz State University
4. Margarito C. Mission Jr., Municipal Mayor, Local Government Unit of San Remigio, Antique
5. Gian Carlo F. Occeña, Municipal Mayor, Local Government Unit of Sibalom, Antique
6. Armida T. Tabaosares, School Principal II, Department of Education Schools Division of Guimaras
7. Lira P. Ladigohon, City Government Department Head I (CDRRMO), Passi City Government
8. Marlon T. Jinon, Chief Economic Development Specialist, National Economic and Development Authority Region VI
Group Category
1. The Project MUSHIE, Department of Agriculture Western Visayas
Francis G. Capino, Science Research Specialist II, Team Leader
Susana D. Jeroso, Senior Science Research Specialist
Leah Gay V. Veloso, Market Specialist III
2. Capiz State University Intellectual Property Management Office (CAPSU IPMO) Team, Capiz State University
Mark Glenn F. Villamor, Planning Officer IV/IPMO Director, Team Leader
Rosine O. Labado, Associate Professor V/IPMO Business Development Officer
French A. Dampog, Instructor I, IPMO Knowledge Technology Transfer Division Chief
Princess Lydia S. Fuentes, Associate Professor I/Innovation and Technology Support Division Chief
3. Local Governance Regional Resource Center VI, Department of the Interior and Local Government RO VI
Juan Jovian E. Ingeniero, Director IV, Team Leader
Maria Calpiza J. Sardua, Director III
Christian M. Nagaynay, Local Government Operations Officer VII
Maria Eleanor T. Antiquiera, Chief Administrative Officer
Maricel M. Bechayda, Local Government Operations Officer VII
4. Team BRIGHTER Libertad, Local Government Unit of Libertad, Antique
Robert G. Nicopior, Municipal Government Department Head I (Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator I), Team Leader
Arnel D. Villaruel, Municipal Government Department Head I (Municipal Assessor I)
5. Seedling Squad, Local Government Unit of San Jose de Buenavista, Antique
Lucia A. Bantolo, Agricultural Technologist, Team Leader
Josephine B. Delgado, Agricultural Technologist
Jollyroy B. Amaran, Agricultural Technician II
6. Uswag Iloilo City Molecular Laboratory, Iloilo City Health Office
Annabelle Rosario S. Blancaflor, City Government Assistant Department Head II, Team Leader
Mary Grace N. Alejano, Medical Technologist III
Georieca Mae M. Flores, Medical Technologist II
Christian Ross P. Corral, Medical Technologist II
John Merille M. Boniba, Medical Technologist II
Dangal ng Bayan Award (performance of extraordinary acts of public service and consistent demonstration of exemplary ethical behavior)
1. Daryl B. Arguelles, Principal II, Department of Education Schools Division of Antique (National Semi-finalist and National Winner)
2. Cheryl D. Villanueva, School Principal II, Department of Education Schools Division of Antique
3. Dr. Daystar S. Sedillo, Municipal Health Officer, Local Government Unit of New Washington, Aklan
4. Mamerto Elier P. Iguiron, Head Teacher III, Department of Education Schools Division of Aklan
5. Dr. Annabelle S. Tang, City Government Department Head II (City Health Officer), Iloilo City Health Office
6. Jose Marie C. Barcelo, Public Health Nurse I, Local Government Unit of Bugasong, Antique
7. Joeresty P. Coronica, Police Colonel, Philippine National Police RO VI
8. Anita S. Gubalane, Education Program Supervisor, Department of Education Schools Division of Antique
9. Ma. Ellen Jane P. Sibag, Local Government Operations Officer II, Department of the Interior and Local Government RO VI
10. Generosa C. Condez, Public Schools District Supervisor, Department of Education Schools Division of Antique
Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award (highest recognition for state workers for their exceptional contributions through innovative ideas or impactful actions of national significance)
Individual Category
1. Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz, SUC President IV, West Visayas State University
2. Stephen A. Palmares, City Mayor, Passi City, Iloilo
3. Ildefonso T. Toledo, Provincial Government Department Head, Provincial Agriculture Office, Iloilo Provincial Government
4. Abner C. Zamora, Jail Superintendent/Jail Warden, Metro Bacolod District Jail Male Dormitory, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology RO VI (National Semi-finalist)
5. Ann Rapunzel O. Ganzon, Social Welfare Officer IV, Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office, Iloilo Provincial Government (National Semi-finalist and National Winner)
6. Wilson A. Batislaon, Municipal Government Department Head I (Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer), Local Government Unit of Leganes, Iloilo (National Semi-finalist and National Winner)
Group Category
Sum-ag National High School Management Team, Department of Education- Schools Division of Bacolod City
Warlito D. Rosareal, Principal IV, Team Leader
Osward P. Acebedo, Assistant Principal II-Operations
Clara A. Tigallo, Head Teacher IV
Annabel G. Villaruel, Master Teacher II
Nerissa N. Catong, Teacher III, OIC-Strengthened Technical Vocational Education Program (STVEP)
