Department of Foreign Affairs Philippines
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    5.0
    Consular Personnel
    Feb 2024
    Cubao Quezon City Metro Manila
    I can say that my experience with DFA teaches me a lot about handling other people in many cases.
    The good thingsEmployees at the Department of Foreign Affairs enjoy a positive work environment, with a culture that emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity. Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement are readily available, fostering a sense of continuous development. Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits reflect the company's commitment to valuing its employees. Our focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements, contributes to a healthier and more fulfilling professional life. The company's commitment to innovation, coupled with strong leadership and recognition programs, creates a dynamic and motivating workplace for all.
    The challengesOne of the challenges in working at DFA is facing rude applicants which causes scandal at the office.
    4.0
    On the job training
    Feb 2021
    Pasay City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    I learned a lot from different persons.
    The good thingsA lot of people will help you and they will teach you so that you can be good about your work.
    The challengesHigh expectations from you and I am afraid tht I might disappoint them.
    5.0
    Front office assistant
    Sep 2019
    7 to 8 years in the role, former employee
    I work under the administrative section of the department for 7 years
    The good thingsVery good health benefits and other allowances.
    The challengesThe competition around the thousands of contractual who aims to be a regular employee.
    5.0
    Office of Legal Affairs
    Nov 2018
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Arguably the best government agencies to serve in.
    The good thingsWork at the DFA is pretty straightforward and fast-paced but it doesn't feel like work at all if you are genuinely interested in diplomacy and in improving the status of our country in the international arena. What makes it even better is that tenured workers won't hesitate in extending a helping hand and contributing to your career growth. I would definitely go back in a heartbeat.
    The challengesUnless you have a car and can drive to work before the rush hour hits, it makes more sense to rent a condo/apartment or stay in a dorm.
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Legal Intern
    Jan 2018
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    A learning experience
    The good thingsYou'll enjoy learning new things.
    The challengesThe main office is located almost outside the Central Business District of Manila
    5.0
    Intern
    Dec 2017
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Fulfilling
    The good thingsThe people are very nice and ensures that interns are well informed and taught regarding their respective tasks.
    The challengesTraveling during traffic hours
    5.0
    Student Intern
    Sep 2017
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    It was the best internship experience.
    The good thingsThe people are accommodating despite their superiority and they are patient enough to teach their interns and assist them in their tasks. They will make you feel like you belong in their company and that creates a sense of inspiration and motivation to work hard everyday and be an asset to the department. And even though it was just an internship, it felt like a real job.
    The challengesNone. I enjoyed every minute of it.
    5.0
    Office Staff
    Jun 2017
    I enjoyed being an Intern in this prestigious institution. I gain new friends and unlock other skills of mine.
    The good thingsMy boss really give his best just to ensure that everything we do is accurate and complete. He is also a good leader and a humble person he noticed the way I focus on my task and he appreciate it a lot and for my dedication and my passion in working he gave me very excellent grade.
    The challengesThe challenges i encountered is when the clients complain about the slowness of the flow of the office in distributing their passports. I also suggest that they need to add more employee and employees they need to have manpower because it is really a though job also.
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Relations Officer
    Jun 2017
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    its a challenging and very positive stay with DFA
    The good thingsworking with people who are work driven, better understanding about how DFA works, my critical thinking was improved and i became more result oriented when it comes to meeting deadlines and also I was able enhance my ability to handle escalation.
    The challengesThe place of work it is too far from where I live, I had a proximity issues with working with DFA
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Admin clerk
    Jul 2015
    Pasay City Metro Manila5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    A Good Public Servant
    The good thingsBeing able to provide a good public service to our fellowmen. Being able to work for the government. A lot of good opportunities awaits in working for the department.
    The challengesWorking for the public has a lot of disadvantages as well. There are people who would argue with you and makes you feel like they are the ones who hired you. Like you owe everything to them.
    1 person found this helpful
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