Question & AnswerQ&A (MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 6)
The main purpose is to authorize the implementation of a Gender Sensitivity Training Program and related activities for the human resources of the Office of the President proper.
All human resources of the Office of the President proper are required to participate in the Gender Sensitivity Training Program and all succeeding Gender and Development related activities.
The program is scheduled to start in October 2022.
The Office of the President - Gender and Development Focal Point System (OP-GFPS) is responsible.
Participation must be strategically scheduled by the OP-GFPS in coordination with the Office of the Deputy Executive Secretary for Finance and Administration (ODESFA) so as not to disrupt service delivery and usual office routines.
The implementation procedure and cost per activity shall be prepared, approved, and/or issued by the Executive Secretary or by the DESFA through a Project/Activity Design and/or a Special Order.
This Memorandum Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.
It affirms compliance with applicable laws, issuances, rules, regulations, and international commitments related to gender sensitivity and gender and development.
ODESFA coordinates with the OP-GFPS in scheduling the participation of OP Proper human resources to ensure minimal disruption to service delivery and office routines.
No, the Memorandum Order does not specify any penalties for non-compliance.