Multimedia “Working Well Together Amidst General Differences” Knowledge and Information Capacity Development GENERATIONAL DIVERSITY WEBINAR LOOKS AT CHANGING DYNAMICS IN THE WORKPLACE Focusing on the changing dynamics in the workplace, the webinar The speaker commended the organization for—by conducting this 2020 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT entitled “Generational Diversity in the Workplace: Making DILG-NCR webinar—its commitment and willingness to bring in new ideas, which a Great Place to Work for All Generations” on October 8, 2020 tackled is essential in cultivating the growth and development of the workforce. the new technologies and the emergence of a younger workforce in the public sector. It aimed to find a common ground where all PERCEPTIONS ON DIVERSITY generations can work as a team to achieve shared goals. IN THE WORKPLACE The activity also discussed the value of a coaching culture in the Prior to the conduct of the webinar, 109 regional and field office personnel workplace, underscoring that the preferred management style is participated in a survey on their perceptions about generational diversity in moving away from command and control and toward one that is the DILG-NCR. based on inclusion, involvement, and participation. The survey looked at the fundamental changes in expectations across generations for the following indicators: DILG-NCR Regional Director Maria Lourdes L. Agustin opened the activity • Increased use of new technologies to communicate by greeting the 200-strong members on the 32nd anniversary of the DILG- • Increased expectation for work-life flexibility NCR. She acknowledged the pain points and insights shared by members • Increased expectation for continual growth and development in the rapid survey on generational diversity within the organization, but • Increased need for new ways to recognize and reward employees added that such diversity also has its benefits (See sidebar). • Increased need to engage the entire workforce • Increased emphasis on innovation The regional director also pledged that the organization would further Results showed, among others, that most DILG-NCR employees expressed customize its approaches (such as assembling age-diverse teams) so as to a need to attain work-life balance. In general, the employees had a positive engage the entire workforce and to better respond to the changing times. appreciation of a multi-generational dynamics in the office. The agency invited an expert in the field of organizational communications 39 and development and human resource to talk about the typology of Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y or Millennials, and Generation Z in the workplace, and the benefits and challenges of such diversity.
Civic Innovation Public Education on NCR’S OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE Good Governance and CONVENES TO PLAN ACTIVITIES FOR 2020 AND BEYOND Citizenship Development Multimedia Knowledge and Information Capacity Development Linkage 2020 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT The Philippines’ labor statistics tallied 6,283 occupational injuries office, recommended the creation of the ROSH technical working for the year 2017. Among the leading causes of workplace-related group, and revisited the region’s Drug Free Workplace Program. injuries were back pain, essential hypertension, neck-shoulder pain, and occupational asthma. The initial ROSH program, which was for three months, intended to equip DILG personnel with the skills and attitude needed for a safe Thus, the Civil Service Commission, Department of Health, and and healthy work environment. Department of Labor and Employment issued Memorandum Circular No. 2020-01, which is the directive regarding occupational safety and In 2020, two activities under the program had been rolled out: The health standards for the public sector. Based on this joint memo, the first was a presentation of an overview on occupational safety and DILG-NCR released Regional Order No. 2020-299, thus creating the health; the second was a review and identification of safety and health Regional Occupational Safety and Health (ROSH) Committee, which hazards in the workplace. is mandated to promote the wellbeing of all regional and field office personnel. Other ROSH activities in the pipeline included developing communication plans on COVID-19 updates and other health On January 12, 2020, members of the newly created committee programs; and promoting programs on nutrition, mental health convened via a hybrid setup (i.e., face-to-face and virtually) to review activities, and personal health maintenance. the directives in Joint Memorandum No. 2020-01. They also reviewed the proposed occupational safety and health program for the regional 40
WELLNESS ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS Multimedia Knowledge and INDIGENOUS GAMES, FILIPINO IDENTITYInformation Capacity Development The year 2020 saw a pandemic that brought unprecedented levels As large gatherings were avoided in observance of health protocols, 2020 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT of disruptions not just in homes. The impact has been felt in offices the event relied heavily on 21th century technologies. First, the event nationwide, too. Mindful of the possible effect on the wellbeing of was held via Zoom and Facebook Live platforms. Second, divisions public servants, the DILG-NCR organized activities meant to improve and field offices competed in terms of the quality of their pre- workplace mental health and wellness. submitted videos. Judging was based on the clarity and relevance to the theme, originality and artistic merit, and technical execution and One of these activities, “Laro ng Lahi: Saliw sa Pagbangon at presentation. Pagbabayanihan” held on December 17, 2020, reintroduced DILG-NCR employees to indigenous games, allowing them to commemorate and The top three winners were the Local Government Capacity celebrate their own Filipino identity. Development Division (95.33%), Finance and Administrative Division (95%), and the Office of the Regional Director (94.57%). Here, employees were divided into 10 teams, which then showcased their knowledge of larong Pinoy. 41
2020 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT Multimedia Knowledge and INTRODUCING FIELD OFFICES TO VIRTUAL MEETINGSInformation Capacity Development As the coronavirus spread worldwide, countless individuals, government employees included, have turned to webinars in lieu of face-to-face meetings. However, the technology behind online meetings can sometimes be challenging to both participants and resource speakers. In particular, the Regional Information and Communication Technology Unit, together with the LGCDD, recognized the need to guide field officers on how to manage virtual sessions and online learning events. The unit thus delivered a series of training sessions about the Zoom platform: • Zoom 101: Vidiquette and Fundamentals of Teleconferencing (May 7, 2020) • Zoom 102: Effective Management of Virtual Sessions (August 14, 2020) • Managing Online Learning Events (September 17, 2020) In one of the sessions, Information Technology Officer I Lennie Yap discussed the fundamentals of teleconferencing and basic features and settings of Zoom. This was followed by a hands-on exercise for participants. Meanwhile, LGOO V Zotico Gerson Villanueva Jr. focused on the dos and don’ts of hosting virtual sessions, and LGOO V Maria Jasmin Diaz shared good practices of other national government agencies on the conduct of webinars. Local Government Capability Development Division Chief Helen A. Verzosa shared tips on how to successfully run an online activity using online platforms. 42
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