Capitol to hold first human resource confab

To better understand the public, the Cebu provincial government will hold its first ever Human Resource Convention for elected officials and government workers.

"There is no venue for people managers of the Capitol to discuss on how to effectively harness their people management knowledge and skills,” said Bonifer Nacorda, head of the Provincial Human Resource Office.

Human resource, he said, drives organizational success.

“It’s the most vital instrument in achieving a strong and successful organization,” he said.

The convention seeks to help government officials and workers on how to handle their constituents and departments in the “most effective and efficient manner,” Nacorda said.

At least 200 participants are expected to attend the activity which will be held at the Capitol Social Hall on September 26.

Three experts in the field of psychology will tackle about people management and mental health concerns in the workplace.

Erwin Cudis, an HR & training consultant, and Niel Steve Kintanar, both faculty members of the University of San Carlos (USC)- Department of Psychology, will discuss on how to address generational gaps and clusters in the workplace and positive psychology, respectively.

Concerns on mental health and its challenges will also be discussed by Ma. Yllen Agpasa, a psychologist of the 53rd Engineering Brigade of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).

Another four resource speakers, including lawyer Ariel Bacatan, acting director III of the Civil Service Commission in Central Visayas, will also present different topics.

The convention is in support to the 117th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary led by the CSC with the theme “Tugon sa Hamon ng Pagbabago: Malasakit ng Lingkod Bayani.”