DAVAO CITY — Job seekers in Davao will have a direct path to the digital workforce next week. The Department of Information and Communications Technology Region 11, in partnership with the Public Employment Service Office and the Department of Labor and Employment, will hold a one‑day job fair on June 9, 2026, at SM City Davao. The event, which runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., offers on‑the‑spot hiring opportunities and one‑stop‑shop government services under one roof. Admission is free.
The job fair forms part of the 10th anniversary celebration of National ICT Month. DICT is marking a decade of digital transformation across the country, and the Davao job fair is one of the signature events designed to connect Filipino talent with the fast‑growing tech and business process outsourcing sectors. Organizers are positioning the event as a bridge between the region's skilled workforce and the companies seeking digital talent.
A One‑Stop Shop for Employment and Government Services
Beyond job placements, the fair will consolidate multiple government services at a single venue. Job seekers can process documentary requirements, update their government records, and access other frontline services without having to visit separate offices. The integration of employment matching with government service delivery is designed to reduce the friction that often delays hiring.
DICT's involvement signals that the positions on offer lean heavily toward the digital economy. The agency has been ramping up digital literacy programs across the region, including free Wi‑Fi installations in public spaces and Digital Transformation Centers offering training in basic digital skills, cybersecurity, and e‑commerce. The job fair converts that skills pipeline into actual employment opportunities.
What to Bring and How to Prepare
Organizers issued practical guidance for attendees. Applicants should bring multiple copies of their updated resume or curriculum vitae and a valid government‑issued ID. Professional attire is recommended, as hiring managers may conduct on‑the‑spot interviews and make immediate job offers. The event is open to all qualified job seekers, from fresh graduates to experienced professionals.
The free admission removes a financial barrier that can discourage unemployed job seekers from attending career events. SM City Davao's central location and accessibility via public transport make the venue convenient for applicants coming from across the Davao Region. The partners behind the event—DICT, PESO, and DOLE—represent a whole‑of‑government approach to workforce development that the administration has been pushing.
A Growing Digital Workforce for a Growing Digital Economy
Davao City's economy continues to expand, with the information technology and business process management sector playing an increasingly prominent role. The city's young, educated workforce has attracted BPO locators, shared service centers, and tech startups. Events like the June 9 job fair strengthen the talent pipeline that keeps those industries growing.
For job seekers, the fair offers the rare chance to be interviewed and hired in a single day. For employers, it provides access to a large pool of pre‑screened candidates. For Davao, it is another step toward becoming a recognized hub for digital careers in Mindanao.
