Manpower and Workforce Assistance
A STRONG WORKFORCE
A STRONGER FUTURE
We connect investors with the right talent, skills, and resources to build competitive businesses and sustainable growth
Why Northern Mindanao for Talent and Workforce?
Northern Mindanao offers a deep and growing talent pool suited for a wide range of industries — from manufacturing and agri-processing to IT-BPM and tourism.
Young and Growing Workforce
- Large labor force with high percentage of working-age population
- Competitive labor cost compared to Manila and Cebu
- Strong English proficiency and adaptable workforce
Large Pool of Skilled Professionals
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Business Administration
- Agriculture
- Hospital and Toursim
- Maritime and Logistics
- Technical Vocational
Major Talent Sources
- University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP)
- Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan
- Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
- State Universities and Colleges (SUCs)
- Technical and vocational institutions across Region 10
Strategic Location
Access to major economic hubs
- Cagayan de Oro
- Iligan City
- PhilIndec
Services Provided Under Manpower Servicing
The following manpower facilitation services are available to investors through IACT and its partner agencies.
Northern Mindanao Workforce Advantages for Investors
Investors operating in Northern Mindanao benefit from a combination of cost efficiency, talent availability, and strong institutional support:
Competitive Labor Cost
Lower operating and labor cost compared to Metro Manila
Industry-Ready Workforce
Strong talent pool supporting Agro-industry, Manufacturing, IT-BPM, Tourism, Logistics, Renewable energy
Strong Government Support
Access to recuitment assistance, training, subsidies skills program, employment facilitation and investment promotion support.
Strategic Location
Gateway to major cities and trade routes, domestic and ASEAN markets.
Our Partner Agencies
Manpower facilitation in Northern Mindanao is supported through coordination with the following government and institutional partners:
DOLE
Department of Labor and Employment
TESDA
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
DTI
Department of Trade and Industry
LGUs and PESOs
Local Government Units and Public Employment Service Offices
SUCs & Training Institution
State Universities and Colleges and Technical-Vocational Institutions
Build you business with the right people. Grow with Northern Mindanao
We are ready to help you find, develop, and keep the talent your business needs.
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