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According to POEA statistics,nearly 400,000 overseas Filipinoworkers were deployed in theMiddle East in 2005. On anygiven year, 30 to 40% of all OFW

departures are Middle East contract work-ers. Ten years ago, the bulk of Filipinos livingand working in the Middle East were con-struction workers. Today, most of them arenurses and office employees. While the jobspecifications may have changed, the num-ber of Filipinos leaving to work in the MiddleEast continues to boggle the mind. In 2005,OFW deployment to the Middle Eastreached a level not seen since the Kuwaitand Saudi Arabia construction boom of theearly to mid 1990’s.

The Middle East opens up a whole newworld for Filipino skilled workers and profes-sionals. As most Middle Eastern countries offertax-free income, a lot of Filipinos, thinkingabout how much they can earn, try their luckat working there. If you are considering work-ing in the Middle East, it is best to acquaintyourself with the land, the laws and the people.

GeographyThe Middle East is located at the junction ofthree continents, namely Europe, Asia andAfrica. This strategic location made the MiddleEast significant during the early years of con-quests and trading. This region is significanttoday because of its vast petroleum reserve. It isalso the seat of Islam.

The PeopleThe people in the Middle East are of Arab ori-gin. All Arabs consider the Arabian Peninsulatheir ancestral home where their language origi-nated. Arabs distinguish themselves on the basisof descent, tribal affiliation, and social status.

The family is the basic unit of Arab society,and Arabs are identified by the family to whichthey belong. Family life is dominated by men.Women are considered to be the property oftheir fathers or husbands. Marriages are usu-ally arranged by parents for their children.

A tribe is a collection of families headed bya sheik. Bedouins or nomadic tribes make upone-fifth of the Arab population. Nomads arewandering tribes but many now live in townsand cities.

ReligionIslam is a monotheistic faith, one of theAbrahamic religions, and the world’s second-largest religion. Followers of Islam are knownas Muslims. Muslims believe that God revealedhis divine word directly to mankind throughmany prophets and that Muhammad was thefinal prophet of Islam.

More than 90% of the Middle East’s popu-lation are Muslims. Islam originated in the Ara-bian peninsula in the 7th Century AD.Muhammad, the revered prophet of Islam, wasan Arab, and the most sacred Islamic shrinesare found in the region.

There are two (2) branches of Islam: theSunnis and the Shiites. Majority of the Mus-lims in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and UAE areSunnis. A minority belong to the Shiites.

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1. The Basic Creed – the profession offaith– “there is no God but Allah, andMuhammad is the prophet of Allah.”2. Prayer – consists of two forms, the per-sonal and devotional spontaneous typeand the ritual, often congregational. Spe-cific words and postures are offered five(5) times a day: at dawn, midday, mid-af-ternoon, sunset and before going to bed.Before prayer, ablutions are performed bywashing the hands, feet and face. Fridayis the chief day of communal worship.3. Pilgrimage – to Mecca, where the mostholy shrine of the Kaaba in the Great

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The Five Pillars of IslamMosque is located, is an annual Muslimrite that every believer is expected to takepart at least one in his/her lifetime. Thisis done during the Ramadan which is thelast month of the Islamic calendar.4. Fasting – is done during the wholemonth of the Ramadan. During each day,from dawn to darkness, all eating, drink-ing and smoking are forbidden. Thebreaking of the fast after dusk is often fol-lowed by feasting and merrymaking, andsome households even receive guests.5. Zakat – is an obligatory tax or contribu-tion by Muslims to the state or community.

Islam is the most powerful force in the Arabworld. Laws are based on the Koran, the holybook of Islam. Muslims believe that the Koranwas revealed to the prophet Muhammad byGod through the Angel Gabriel on numerousoccasions between the years 610 and up till hisdeath in 632.

Islamic Laws or Sharia dictates all social atti-tudes and customs in both the public and pri-vate sphere – from the operation of the justicesystem to the way of dressing. The term Shariaitself derives from the verb shara’a, which ac-cording to Abdul Mannan Omar’s Dictionaryof the Holy Qur’an connects to the idea of “spiri-tual law” (5:48) and “system of divine law; wayof belief and practice” (45:18) in the Qur’an.

Muslims pray five times a day. Upon hear-ing the call to prayer, restaurants, stores andother public places close for approximately halfan hour and Muslims stop their activities to prayduring the day.

Crime and PunishmentIslamic social and legal literature prescribe thebounds of acceptable behaviour. Crimes arecategorized into three:

a. Haad – crimes against divine command-ments like robbery, theft, murder and adultery.Punishment is harsh, from amputation of bodyparts to execution.

b. Ta’zir – crimes against the communityand the punishments are lighter. It could befine, imprisonment or whipping.

c. Qisas – includes murder and bodily harmand victim or his kin can seek retribution –death for death or and eye for an eye.

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here are many things that are tabooin the Middle East and some couldlead to a severe punishment. In mostinstances, the laws are black and

white, there are no grey areas. Also commit-ting such taboos, even out of ignorance is notan excuse in the court of law. It is of extremeimportance that you understand what thesetaboos are.

1. Public practice and observance of anyreligion other than Islam is prohibited. Somecountries do not allow foreigners from bringinginto their borders any form of religious artifactssuch as the crucifixes, rosaries or prayer booksof other religions.

2. The religious police or muttawa roamthe streets to ensure the strict observance ofIslamic religious practices and severely punishoffenders, Muslim or non-Muslim.

3. If you must pass a person who is praying,it is courteous to pass behind or by the feet ofthe worshiper.

4. The host, according to Arab custom, hasthe privilege to set the topic of conversation. Itis considered impolite to appear impatient or inhaste. Doing so means you don’t care aboutthe person or you can’t control yourself.

5. Most conversations start with a wish forpeace, (Asalamu Al-Akum) and proceed tosmall talk, “how are you?” and “How is yourfamily?” before getting down to the business athand.

6. Politics and religion are best left alone.Generally Arabs will not debate the Islamic re-ligion, though many are happy to explain theirreligion to non-Muslims who are genuinely in-terested.

7. In most Arab countries, the left hand isconsidered “unclean”. The left hand earnedthis reputation in the harsh desert, a land offew trees and no paper. It was the custom toeat, shake hands, wave a greeting, all with the

right hand while the left hand was reserved forcertain “hygienic functions” or blowing thenose. (The left hand was cleaned by rubbingin the sand). Traditionally at meals the left handis kept hidden in the folds of the robe.

8. The sole of the foot is also consideredunclean because it touches the ground. It isconsidered impolite to point the sole of the footat an Arab when sitting together. This does notmean that when sitting people cannot crosstheir legs. The custom is more applicable whensitting on cushions or mats at a traditional Ara-bic feast. Then, if seated with legs extended,the soles of the feet could point at another guestand cause insult. Generally, Arabs kneel or sitcross-legged at traditional dinners.

9. It is impolite to pass food or eat with theleft hand. When eating and drinking, use yourright hand. Use your right hand also when youpass, offer or receive anything.

10. Still, there are several commonly usedhand gestures which could have a differentmeaning if used in the Middle East.

a. The thumbs up in the West can beequated to the “middle finger” in the MiddleEast.

b. The Peace or the victory sign is generallyunderstood when the pads of the fingers arepointed away form the person making the sign(in other words, palm out.) When the sign ismade with the knuckles facing away from theperson making the sign (palm in) the sign maybe taken for a “devil sign” or “the middle fingerextended.”

c. The Okay sign, or the circle made withthe thumb and index finger, the other threefingers extended can be misunderstood to bethe sign of “the evil eye”

11. The Koran forbids Muslims to touchor eat pork or the products of swine. It is pos-sible that this originated in an effort to protectpeople from contracting diseases that resulted

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from eating tainted or contaminated porkproducts.

12. Many Muslims don’t like to be photo-graphed. If you really want that picture to re-member the interesting local fashions, ask be-fore you photograph. Photographing a personwithout asking first is considered very offen-sive.

13. In most Arab countries, holding hands,kissing, walking arm-in-arm, and even flirtingbetween men and women in public (even be-tween husband and wife), is strictly taboo!Such behavior can result in arrest and impris-onment. Married couples are not allowed to

he Middle East is seen toremain the biggest sourceof employment for the over-seas Filipino workers

(OFWs) in the next three years withthe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA),United Arab Emirates (UAE),Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Leba-non, Israel, Libya, and Jordan gen-erating the most number of new jobopportunities, the Department of La-bor and Employment (DOLE) said.

A report reaching Labor and Em-ployment Secretary Patricia A. Sto.Tomas said that the Philippine Overseas Labor Offices (POLOs) in the Middle Eastwould pursue various marketing strategies to ensure the OFWs’ access to the newjob opportunities that are projected to be generated in the region starting 2006 until2008.

Undersecretary for Employment Danilo P. Cruz said that marketing strategies havebeen lined up during the POLO regional command conference held recently in Dubai,UAE. Middle East-based Labor Attaches Manuel Roldan, Delmer Cruz, Angel Borja,Bulyok Nilong, Alejandro Santos, Felicitas Bay, Romeo Young, Glenda Manalo, Nur Al-Din Tamano, Leopoldo de Jesus, Jaime Gimenez, Teresita Manzala, ElenaCalingasan, Vicente Cabe, and Florencia Ardivilla attended the conference.

Cruz said that the labor attaches projected a total of 258,950 new jobs that wouldbe generated in the Middle East in the next three years - some 173,600 new jobs in theGulf Cooperation Countries (GCC) of KSA, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman;and another 85,350 new jobs in non-GCC countries of Lebanon, Israel, Libya, andJordan.

OFWs deployed in these countries totaled 347,311 or 98.56 percent of the totalnumber of land-based OFWs deployed in the Middle East in 2004. They constitutedalmost half (49.3 percent) of the total land-based OFWs deployed globally last year.

In the GCC countries, the most number of new jobs are expected to be generatednot only by the sustained construction activities but also by the expansion in themedical, tourism, retail, and ICT sectors. Exploration of oil and gas will also be ex-panded and, thus, expected to generate new jobs.

The non-GCC countries, on the other hand, are projected to need more foreignhousehold workers and caregivers.

Sto. Tomas said that the DOLE and the Philippine Overseas Employment Admin-istration would market OFW services directly to the employers through the conduct oflabor marketing missions in the region. Jobs fairs in which foreign employers wouldbe invited will also be conducted.

“This is geared at enabling the Philippines maximize the benefit for the OFWs fromthe expanding labor market in the Middle East,” Sto. Tomas said.

At the same time, efforts will be pursued geared at enhancing the image of theOFWs as world-class workers and to sustain the continued preference for them in theMiddle East, the DOLE chief said. (DOLE)

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The most number of new jobs are expected to be generatednot only by the sustained construction activities but also bythe expansion in the medical, tourism, retail, and ICT sectors.

hold hands in public and they must always bringtheir marriage certificate with them.

14. Conversely, holding hands, kissing, andwalking arm-in-arm, between Arab men, isconsidered perfectly acceptable behavior.

15. Muslim women cannot marry non-Mus-lims but men may in certain circumstances.Women may not travel without seeking permis-sion from a senior member of her family. Womenmay be arrested if caught talking, smiling or evenstaring at a man she is not related to.

16. For women, an ‘abaya’, a black cloakthat covers the woman from head to toe, and aveil is required when going out into the streets.

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1. BahrainNo of OFWs: 10,025EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES H.E. (Mr.) EDUARDO PABLO M.MAGLAYAAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryVilla No. 992, Road No. 3119, ManamaTown 331, KINGDOM OF BAHRAINTel. No. (973) 250-990, 259-599Fax No. 00-973-258-583Email: manamape@batelco.com.bh

2. EgyptNo of OFWs: 257EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESH.E. (Ms.) PETRONILA P. GARCIAAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryNo. 14 Mohamed Saleh St., Dokki, CairoARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPTTel. Nos. (202) 748-0396/ 0398/ 0394/ 0391Fax No. 00-202-7480393Email: cairope@dfa.gov.ph,cairope@starnet.com.eg

3. IranNo of OFWs: 687EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES H.E. (Mr.) RODRIGO S.A. ARAGONAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryNo. 77 Khorsand Street, Vali Asr Avenue Tehran, IRANP.O. Box 19395-4797Tel. Nos. (9821) 204-3272Fax No. 00-9821-205-7515Email: tehranpe@yahoo.com

4. IraqEMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESMR. RICARDO M. ENDAYACharge d’Affaires, a.i.House No. 4, Zukak No. 22, Mahalat 915Hay Al-Jamia, Al-JadriyaP.O. Box 3236, Baghdad, IRAQTel. Nos. (964-1) 778-2247Satellite Phone No. 00-88216-6322-5158Email: bipe@uruklink.net

5. IsraelNo of OFWs: 5,114EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESH.E. (Mr.) ANTONIO C. MODENAAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiary13th Floor, Textile Center Building, 2Kaufman Street, Tel-Aviv, ISRAEL,68012Tel. Nos.(9723) 5175-263, 5104-651,5100752Fax No. 00-9723-5102229Email: filembis@netvision.net.il(Jurisdiction: Cyprus)

6. JordanNo of OFWs: 3,832EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES H.E. (Mr.) RUPERTO M. DIZONAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryNo. 86 Uqbah Bin Nafe St., Jabal Amman (between 4th and 5th circles) Amman,JORDANP.O. Box 92507, 11190 Amman, JordanTel. No. (962-6) 592-3748, 592-9402, 592-9403Fax No. 00-962-6 592-3744Mobile Phone No. 962-077-340052Email: ammanpe@index .com.jo,ammanpe@dfa.gov.ph

7. KuwaitNo of OFWs: 40,248EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESH.E. (Mr.) BAYANI V. MANGIBINAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryArea 7, Street 103, Villa 503, Jabriya, P.O. Box 26288 Safat 13123, STATE OF KUWAITTel. Nos. (00965) 532 9318; 534 9099;534 5761 / 62Fax No. 00-965-532-9319Email: kuwaitpe@philemb.fasttelco.com,kuwaitpe@dfa.gov.phWebsite: http://www.philembassykuwait.gov.kw

8. LebanonNo of OFWs: 14,936EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESMr. NESTOR N.PADALHINCharge d’Affaires, a.i.1st and 2nd Floors, Design Building cor.Abdullah Machnouk St. & Rafic Raslan St.,Raouche,P.O. Box No. 136631, Beirut, LEBANONTel.Nos.(961-1)791-092;791-093;791-094Fax No. 00-9611-791-095Email: beirutpe@cyberia.net.lb

9. LibyaNo of OFWs: 5,326EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESMr. BENITO B. VALERIANOCharge d’Affaires, a.i.KM 7 Gargaresh Road, Hail AndalousP.O. Box 12508, Tripoli, LIBYATel No. (218-21) 483 3966 / 483 6158Fax No. 00218-21-4836158Email: tripoli_pe76@lttnet.net(Jurisdiction: Valleta, Malta)

10. OmanNo of OFWs: 5,293EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESH.E. (Mr.) ACMAD D. OMARAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiary

Building No.1041/1043,Way No. 3015, AlKharjiyad St. Shati Al Qurum; Muscat, Sultanate ofOmanP.O. Box No. 420, Madinat Qaboos Postal Code 115, SULTANATE OF OMANTel. Nos. (968) 605-140; 605-143; 605-335;Fax No. 00-968-605-176Email: muscatpe@omantel.net.om

11. QatarNo of OFWs: 31,418EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES H.E. (Mr.) WENCESLAO JOSE O.QUIROLGICOAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryVilla # 7 A1 Eithar Street, Saha 2, West Bay AreaDoha, STATE OF QATAR; P.O. Box No.24900Tel. Nos. (974) 4831-585; 4836-871Fax No. 00-974-4831595Satellite Phone No. 00-974-483-1595Email: dohape@qatar.net.qa

12. Saudi ArabiaNo of OFWs: 193,991EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINESH.E. (Mr.) BAHNARIM A.GUINOMLAAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiary

Site D3 Collector Road C, DiplomaticQuarter, Riyadh, P.O. Box 94366, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA 11693 Tel. Nos.(9661) 482-3559 / 480 1918Fax No. 00-9661-488-3945Email: filembry@sbm.net.sa,filembry@mailandnews.comWebsite: http://www.filembry.org

13. SyriaNo of OFWs: 139

14. United Arab EmiratesNo of OFWs: 81,707EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES H.E. (Mr.) LIBRAN N. CABACTULANAmbassador Extraordinary andPlenipotentiaryVilla No. 2 Street 5, E-18/02, Plot No. 97behind Al Falah Plaza, Madinat Zayed P.O. Box 3215, Abu Dhabi UNITED ARAB EMIRATESTel. Nos. (00-9712) 641-5922 / 641-5944Fax No. (00-9712) 6412559Email: auhpe@emirates.net.ae

15. YemenNo of OFWs: 681

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5February 20-26, 2006 I OFW GuardianOFW ALERT

Hong Kong OFWs Return HomeThe POEA reiterates its earlier warning to job applicants thatthere are not much jobs available in Macau even as 10 Filipinovictims of illegal recruitment were repatriated from Hong Kong.

The victims arrived in Macau last January 15, 2006 andfound out that there is no job vacancy waiting for them. Thevictims were advised by the Philippine Consulate to return to thePhilippines because of lack of documents for further stay in Macau.

Macau is implementing its localization program wherelocal residents are given priority in the recruitment, particu-larly those who are qualified for basic level jobs.

Foreign workers are allowed only to fill up shortage oc-cupations in Macau like supervisors in the executive, fi-nance, casino, gaming operations, hotel and restaurant, in-formation technology and marketing departments.

Non-residents who are working without valid work per-mits will be penalized up to 20,000 patacas and will be bannedto work in Macau for two years. (POEA)

Pinoy PilotsLike medical workers and teachers, Filipino pilots are nowjoining the exodus of skilled workers leaving their lovedones behind in search for high-paying jobs in foreign lands.

The exodus of pilots started when Indian recruiters cameto the Philippines offering a salary of US$6,000 to US$8,000while South Korean recruiters offer a much higher salary ofUS$12,000 a month.

These monetary compensations attract Filipino pilotswho reportedly receive around US$ 3,000 a month in localcommercial airlines like the Philippine Airlines (PAL) whilepilots in the Armed Forces of the Philippines who man oldunits receive a much lower compensation compared to thoseconnected with commercial airlines.

The salaries of Filipino pilots in the local commercialairlines are relatively high here in the Philippines but theireducational investment is also very high. One has to spendas much as P2 million to complete a two-year pilot trainingin a reputable flying school.

To make these pilots stay, PAL gave a 10 percent salaryincrease effective February 1 despite their five-year em-ployment contract to avoid piracy.

With the exodus of Filipino pilots, Malacañang said thatsound economic management from the top, political re-solve and an enterprising people are working wonders forthe economy. We shall be relentless and unwavering on thisscore as we assure that macroeconomic gains will continueto be translated into microeconomic gains. We are all stake-holders in this drive and we need all hands on deck to rowthe nation forward. (Lani Tupaz / PIA-Biliran)

Heaven-Sent Fil-AM Medical DonationsMedical mission headed by Van Ong of the Illinois, Michi-gan Fil-AM medical and surgical group and other foreignvisitors are in Davao to conduct a four-day surgical opera-tion (starting Monday Feb 6) at the Davao Medical Center.

DMC chief of hospital Dr. Gerry Cunanan said that ontop of the free medical and surgical operations for indigentpatients, the group also donated a hospital ambulance, medi-cal surgical equipments, anesthesia machines, surgical in-struments, medical surgical supplies, brand new aircon units, stuff toys, used clothings for hospital patients and boxes ofother equipment that filled the DMC’s supply room.

Director Cunanan, together with surgical departmentchief Dr. Abe Jun Versoza, Dr. Manuel Tan and other DMCofficials welcomed the surgical group.

“Today is a blessed day for DMC with all the blessingswe received from our friends and visitors from the UnitedStates who brought gifts to the Filipino people in SouthernMindanao.” Dr. Cunanan said.

Upon learning of the informal sector’s (squatters) plight, VanOng family donated additional thousands of dollars for the con-struction of houses for the poor people who were residing at thecompound of DMC but were demolished to pave way for an addi-tional construction undertaken by DMC’s expansion program.

In his speech, Surgical mission head Van Ong said “we haveformed the newest nursing FANA organization in the state ofMichigan and this is the second year that we have visited Davaoto help our Davao constituents.”

Van Ong, who is a Davaoeno and a first batch nursing gradu-ate (in 1969) of San Pedro Nursing College said their nursingorganization is committed to be here every year to conduct simi-lar medical mission purposely to help indigent families in Davao.

“We wish to share the blessings and success to our fellow-men,. Our medical mission is one way of paying back what isdue to the Filipino people,” he added.

“For so long I have been contemplating of retiring in mynursing profession and was thinking about what I am going todo with all the time that I have. I really don’t travel as an indi-vidual and I thought of having a medical mission and at thesame time seeing places,” added.

He said this was how the mission and the nursing organiza-tion was born with his brother, who has been getting in touchwith him always in his mind.

“I have seen the commitment of all our members who arenow with me and the commitment of the Davao people here atDMC in helping the people especially the poor. While most ofour members are not from the Philippines, we saw the need formedical services and we are here to do that,” he said. (Rose B.Palacio / PIA)

PDOS OFW UpdatesLabor and Employment Secretary Patricia A. Sto. Tomas saidthat the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA)has taken steps to improve and update the Pre-Departure Ori-entation Seminars (PDOS) aimed at enabling departing docu-mented overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to understand theculture including the laws, rules and regulations of their coun-tries of destination.

Sto. Tomas, who chairs the OWWA board, said that OWWAsupervises the registered agencies and organizations which con-

duct the PDOS. She said that the industry follows the PDOScurriculum designed by OWWA and submits their speak-ers and discussants to OWWA trainers training.

She added that OWWA constantly revises the PDOScurriculum to ensure uniformity of seminar topics and dis-cussions. Also, she said that the agency gives the PDOSproviders with updates and advisories on developments invarious OFWs destinations, including cases of OFWs whohave had brushes with the laws of the host countries, therebyto warning departing OFWs of the consequences they maysuffer if they committed violations abroad.

The recruitment industry considers the conduct of PDOSa serious requirement and undertaking and they are heldjointly liable with the principals in case the OFWs committedviolations in the course of their employment overseas.

Sto. Tomas said that recruitment agencies strictly re-quire newly-hired OFWs to attend PDOS. The OFWs, sheadded, are asked to present a PDOS certificate at the air-port prior to their departure.

The PDOS providers include 303 land and sea-basedagencies, 14 non-government organizations, five industryassociations and three private organizations which conductcountry-specific PDO Seminars.

The OWWA conducts PDOS only for name hires andgovernment-placed OFWs since it is impossible for the agencyto singly conduct the PDOS in view of the huge volume ofOFW deployment, which in 2005, reached almost a million.

Sto. Tomas noted that many OFWs who committedoffenses abroad were recruited illegally and subsequentlyfailed to attend PDOS and were, thus, ignorant of the lawsand regulations of their host countries.

She stressed, however, that all OFWs including thosewho have gone and worked abroad through illegal meansand who have had brushes with the laws of the host coun-tries are extended legal assistance onsite as provided for byRepublic Act No. 8042. (DOLE)

OFWs in BeirutThe Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) in Beirut iscoordinating with the host country’s government in provid-ing appropriate assistance to overseas Filipino workers(OFWs) who are currently under the custody of the SureteGeneral (Immigration) of Lebanon prior to their repatria-tion to the Philippines, the Department of Labor and Em-ployment (DOLE) today said.

Philippine Labor Attache to Beirut Ma. Glenda A.Manalo reported to Labor and Employment SecretaryPatricia A. Sto. Tomas and clarified that the “31 OFWs”inaccurately reported by media to be languishing in a Beirutjail are actually under the custody of the said Lebaneseoffice and are being assisted by the POLO.

Manalo said the “Beirut jail” where the OFWs havebeen ostensibly imprisoned as per media reports is in realitythe “Immigration” center where OFWs about to be repatri-ated from Lebanon to the Philippines pass through or tem-porarily stay in.

She said this is necessary as a last recourse in order for theLebanese government to summon any abusive employer andcompel them to surrender the travel documents, as well asprovide for the airfare for the repatriation of an exploited OFW.

Manalo said that the POLO, in coordination with thePhilippine Embassy in Beirut, is coordinating with the hostcountry’s government for this purpose, while at the sametime rendering continuous appropriate assistance and con-ducting regular visits to the victims who may be undocu-mented OFWs.

She added that the POLO in Beirut is also pushing for theadoption of measures to prevent the recurrence of exploita-tion and abuse on vulnerable migrant Filipino workers.

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Ako po si CY ng Las PiñasCity. I’m 21 years of age atguy po. I just read yourwebsite and hanga po ako sainyo. Actually nag-woworkpo ako sa isang call centerdito sa atin sa Pilipinas. Itoang 1st job ko at nagbabalakpo ako maging OFW paranaman po makatulong sabahay kse u know pahirapng pahirap buhay dito saatin eh. Gusto ko po sanamakabili ng bahay atmakapagasawa ng meroncyempre papakain. Maliitlang po kase pay ko dito.Kaya po ako nagemail is justthat I want to get tips fromyou guys in other countries.I’m planning to have a mas-ters degree maybe this year.Palagay nyo it will matterif I work abroad? Ano po batips sa pagiging OFW atsan maganda country namakakamit mga pangarapko. Hindi naman po ako

matalino masipag lang.Sipag at tiyaga ang puhunanko. Sana mabigyan nyo poako ng tips o kahit anonginformation. Balak ko rinmag-apply sa mga agencies.

Hope you would reply po,god bless!

CY

Dear CY,Regarding your plan to takeup a Master’s degree. If youare asking if this will give youmore weight when you applyfor a job, then the answerwould be dependent on thecountry, the type of job andschool that you will choose toenroll in.

Some countries recognizethe academic standards ofour top universities, others donot. So what I will suggest isthat you look for the countrythat you are planning to goto then check out their poli-cies. Most of the developedcountries have websites al-ready, so you can surfthrough their immigrationpolicies. There are also a listof the labor skills that thatspecific country is in short-age of. After researchingand identifying the country

We here at the OFW Guardianwould like to establish links andopen communication lines withyou, our readers. If you haveany comments, questions andsuggestions for any of our col-umnists and writers, please dofeel free to email us atinfo@ofwguardian.com. Youcan also write or contact us atThe OFW Guardian, 1207 AntelGlobal Center, Doña Julia VargasCenter, Pasig City or text us at0920-9524769.

na OFW, kung kaya’t ito aynagtalaga ng mga PhilippineOverseas Labor Office(“POLO”) sa iba’t-ibang bahaging daigdig, kasama na angMiddle East. Kabalikat din ngmga POLO ang Filipino Work-ers Resource Center(“FWRC”).

Ang mga POLO at FWRCay itinakda upang mabigyan ngproteksyon at kaukulangtulong ang ating mga OFW“on-site”. Kasama sa mgatulong o’ serbisyo na binibigayng POLO at FWRC sa atingmga OFW ay welfare assistance(including the procurement ofmedical and hospitalization ser-vices), custodial and rescue ser-vices, at legal counseling and ser-vices.

Marahil ang pinaka-mainam na gawin ni Arlene ay,kung maari, dumulog na saembahada ng Pilipinas saRiyadh, Saudi Arabia at doonhumingi ng tulong (nandoon dinang tanggapan ng POLO atFWRC sa Saudi Arabia). Gayang aking nabanggit, maaringmabibigyan ng legal assistanceang iyong kapatid ng FWRC(kung kinakailangang kasuhanang amo n’ya). Minsan ay maariring kupkopin muna ng FWRC

you wish to go to, and youfind that one of the skillshortage suits your profile, itis now time to check if theschool you wish to enroll in isaccredited by the country.

Another thing to keep inmind is that although you havethe Master’s degree, experi-ence still weighs a lot, specifi-cally years of experience forthe employer. Not just totalwork experience but also thenumber of years in an indus-try. This is given more weightas foreign employers are notlooking to train new hires.

Well CY, I am quite confi-dent to say that hard work andpatience are all that you needto be a successful OFW. Allyou need to do is research anda healthy dose of commonsense and you will be on yourway achieving your dreams.

If you need additionalinfo, then please feel free tocontact me through my emailaddress.

Wishing you the best ofluck.

Fons Mariano

For comments, suggestionsor concerns please email

the advice columnist atfonsmariano@gmail.com

7February 20-26, 2006 I OFW Guardian 7February 20-26, 2006 I OFW GuardianYOUR MONEY

Q: Good day! I am interestedin putting up a business, or pos-sibly franchise, but I am a littleshort on funds. Aside from us-ing up all my savings, how elsecan I raise capital for a business?

A: The need for more capitaloften hampers an individual’splan to set up a franchise or hisown business. Some may havepersonal savings to infuse intotheir new venture, but it is notadvisable to divest all of one’ssavings for this purpose. Paanokung malugi ang negosyo?Magsisimula ka ulit sa wala.

Most people source their busi-ness funds from the following:

Bank loans – more andmore banks have developedloans specifically geared to-wards small and medium en-terprises (SME). Require-ments for a bank loan usuallyinclude a business plan, a cleancredit history, business andpersonal financial statements,and collateral, among others.

Family and friends – it isfortunate if someone in yourfamily or circle of friends canloan you money for a business.

An advantage of loaning fromfamily or friends is that the pay-ment scheme and interest ratesmay be more favorable, if at all,but this arrangement couldstrain relationships if loans arenot paid on time. Mas mahalagaang pamilya kasya sa pera, kaya’tkung mangungutang ka sa pamilya,siguraduhin mong mababayaranmo ito sa tamang panahon.

Angel Investors / VentureCapitalists – these are seasonedbusinessmen who may want tojoin in upcoming ventures thatthey see promise in. Similar tobanks, these people may wantto see a business plan to be con-vinced of your winning businessconcept. Okey din na humingi ngtulong sa mga venture capitalistdahil maibabahagi nila ang kailangkaranasan sa negosyo sa iyo.

Government GuaranteedLoans – the government’sgrowing support for SMEs hasopened up many loan programsfor those planning to start theirown business or franchise on.One organization that comesto mind is the SB Corporation,which has an array of loansvarying in size and term, de-pending on the type of business.

Aside from loans, you canask like-minded individuals topool their resources with yours.Humanap ka ng mga ka-sosyo.Ask them to join you in your

venture, at their own risk ofcourse. The more people join-ing the venture, the morespread out the risk becomes.

Before approaching any-one for a loan, you should havea clear picture of how eachcentavo of the loan will bespent. Aside from the start-upcosts, what else will you spendon? Consider the day-to-dayexpenses you will have to shoul-der until the revenue from yourcustomers start coming in.

Will you need capital forsix months? One year? Howsoon will your income be ableto support your operations? Iffranchising, include monthlyfees the franchisor may chargefor management, marketingsupport, etc. Also, make sureyou are covered for unex-pected expenses or emergen-cies. The resulting amount iswhat you should aim for whentalking with possible investors.

These numbers should besummarized into a financial re-port. Include how much youhave now, how much you needto help you launch and run theventure, how you plan to use it,and finally, how you intend topay for the loan.

For you to be granted a loan,you must satisfy the questionforemost in the investor’s mind:“Why is this a good investment”?

A good business plan, should beable to answer that by tellingthem about the following:

Business - What is it allabout? How it is going to makemoney? Who will run the busi-ness and are they qualified?

Competition - Who isyour competition? Whatmakes your business stand outin the industry? How do youfare against your competition?

Market – How big is thedemand for your product/ser-vices? Does the product havebrand recognition?

Promotions - What is yourmarketing plan? How depen-dent is your sales on marketing/ advertising?

Overhead - How manyemployees will you need? Posi-tions, training needed? Whatequipment will your businessneed? How much is needed tomaintain it? Do you own or rentyour place? What are your pro-jected capital requirements forthe next five years? Ten years?

The answers to all these ques-tions should give your investor agood picture of your plans andenable him to decide whether ornot to lend you money.

If after you present yourplans, the bank or investor turnsdown your application, ask themwhy you were declined. Huwagagad mawalan ng pag-asa. Al-ways take setbacks as a chanceto learn and improve yourselfand your business. This mayteach you how to correctly ap-proach the process of securing aloan – and will move you a stepcloser towards getting your funds.

Armando O. BartolomeCEO, GMB Franchise

ConsultantsThe Entrepreneur’s Education

column is a public serviceeffort of the Association of

Filipino Franchisers Inc.(AFFI) and the OFW

Guardian. Please email yourquestions to

editor@filfranchisers.com

ang iyong kapatid kungsakaling ayaw na n’ya talagangbalikan ang kaniyang malupitna amo. Karamihan sa mgakinukupkop ng FWRC-BahayKalinga ay ang tinatawag namga female distressed workers.Maari ring matulungan ngPOLO o’ FWRC ang iyongkapatid sakaling s’ya aykailangan ng bumalik dito saPilipinas.

Ikaw naman dito saPilipinas ay maari ringdumulog sa tanggapan ngOverseas Workers WelfareAdministration (“OWWA”)upang doon i-ulat angkalagayan ng iyong kapatid.Ang OWWA aymatatagpuan sa OWWACenter, F.B. Harrison St. cor.Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., PasayCity. Ang telephone numberay 551-1560. Bukas angOWWA sa lahat ng oras, anomang araw (24 hours/day, 7days a week).

Kasama mo ang buongstaff ng OFW Guardian sapagdadalangin na nawa’ymabigyan ng agad na lunasang suliraning hinaharapninyong magkapatid.

Renato B. Lopez Jr.Columnist is a Consultant

Attorney of the American BarAssociation-Asia Law Initiative.He may be reached at 687-48-

63, or through e-mail atjunaba@pldtdsl.net.

Department of Labor and EmploymentTel no. 527-8000Website www.dole.gov.ph

Department of Foreign AffairsTel no. 834-3000 / 834-4000Website www.dfa.gov.ph

Overseas Workers WelfareAdministrationTel no. 551-1560 / 551-6641Website www.owwa.gov.ph/

National Statistics OfficeTel no. 737-1111Website www.census.gov.ph

Philippine Overseas EmploymentAdministrationTel no. 722-1144 / 722-1155Website www.poea.gov.ph

OFWHotlines

8 February 20-26, 2006 I OFW Guardian ENTERTAINMENTalatang pinaghandaan talagang award-winning actress atsinger na si Ara Mina ang

launching ng kanyang latest album na‘AraMinaMovingOn’ na mula namansa Sony/BMG Music Entertainment.

Malaki ang ipinayat ngayon niAra na kung saan muling lumabas

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by Rohn Romulo

Ara Mina Moving On

gawing topic ng kanyang album naang ‘Moving On’?

“Ang pangit naman yata kung‘Ara Mina Move On’,” natatawa pangsagot niya.

“Mas maganda kasi ang ‘movingon’, mas may story. Of course, mayconnection ito sa life ko, kasi parangnaging inspiration sa akin ‘yun pastko. Gusto kong mag-thank you samga naging experiences ko dahilnakapag-conceptualize ako ng album.

“Saka naniniwala ako na lahatnaman ng nangyayari sa buhay natin,may purpose si God, eh. Malay natin,suwertihin ako sa album na ito, dahilpuro heartaches ang naramdaman kosa lovelife ko.

“Gusto ko ring i-share ang albumna ito sa mga non-showbiz at mgafriends ko na heartbroken, my dedi-cation nga ako sa album na ‘we shouldcry to laugh again, fall apart to bewhole again and get hurt to loveagain. Just like me you will standstrong ang learn to move on...’

“Kasi totally, naka-move on natalaga ako.”

Kahit na naka-move on na nga siAra, may nasusulat pa rin na ginagamitdaw niya ang dating kasintahan na siJomari Yllana, lalo pa nga sa paglabasng bago niyang album.

“Naiinis talaga ako sa mgasumusulat na ginagamit ko raw siJomari,” pag-amin niya.

“Parang kailangan ko pa basiyang gamitin, eh talaga namannaka-move on na ako. Kumbaga,

ang ginagamit ko lang ay ‘yun expe-rience, hindi necessarily na siya ‘yun.

“Kasi bukod naman sa kanya,meron akong naging non-showbizboyfriend na ngaging traumatic dinang experience ko, di ba? Pero we’refriends na, naka-move on din akonoon, tapos pumasok si Joms, anotherfailure, another move on, sana langlast move on ko na ito.

“Nakakapagod na kasi, lahatnaman siguro ng tao nakaranas namasaktan at maka-move on tulad ko.”

Happy ba naman siya sa situasyonni Jomari ngayon?

“I’m happy for him, kasi parangwala nang gulo. May sarili na kasikaming buhay. Ang wish ko lang sakanya, sana totoo na pag nagmahalsiya ng babae, seryosohin na niya.

“Kasi he’s not getting any younger,kaya kailangan na humanap na siyang magiging partner niya sa buhay. SiAiko (Melendez) ikakasal na, taposako hinihintay ko na lang kung sinotalaga ang para sa akin.

Balitang mag-on na talaga sinaJomari at Pops Fernandez, ano angmasasabi niya tungkol dito?

“Naniniwala ako na nagdi-datesila, ganun lang, pero no comment naako kung talagang sila na nga. Kasiang naririnig ko, mag-on na raw sila,pero wala talaga akong alam tungkolsa kanila.

“No comment talaga ako dyan,”pag-iwas pa ni Ara na talagang naka-move on sa paghihiwalay nila niJomari.

Pahinis FestivalThe municipality of Laua-an launched “Pahinis” Festival re-cently in commemoration of its 91st foundation anniversary.

Mayor Aser S. Baladjay said that the grand historic affairunited Lauan-ons as one people enriching its identity and re-membering the historic deeds of those who worked and died forthe freedom and independence of today’s generation.

Laua-an became an independent municipality in Janu-ary 1915 by virtue of Executive order No. 129 of then Gen.Francis Burton Harrison. It is the 12th municipality of theprovince during the Filipino-American regime.

Located in north-central town of the province, 55 kilo-meters from the capital town of San Jose, Laua-an is theleading producer of muscovado sugar (brown sugar).Muscovado sugar is a major industry in the municipality withbig number of sugar mills exist since the 19th century. Laua-an is also a home of sugar migrant workers in the sugar landof Negros Occidental and other parts of the country.

“Pahinis” Festival derived its significance from theMuscovado sugar as a promising industry in the town of Laua-an. “Pahinis” is a local term for cleaning and preparing equip-ment, tools, paraphernalia and materials before the produc-

tion of brown sugar. It also stages ritual or thanksgiving for abountiful sugarcane harvest.

This year’s theme is “Paghanduraw kang Nagriligad, Tulaysa Paghiriugyon sa Pag-ugwad (Reminiscing the past, a Bridgefor Unity and Progress). The theme goes with the call of Presi-dent Gloria Macapagal Arroyo for Filipino people to unite andmove forward as one nation.

Thousands of spectators witnessed the historic launching of“Pahinis” festival with Governor Salvacion Z. Perez as guest ofhonor. Various activities were conducted such as unveiling ofmunicipal landmark, slideshow of the town’s history and pro-file, launching of municipal theme song, Ati-ati tribe competi-tion and other cultural and sports activities.

“Pahinis” festival is not only reflection of a glorious past buta visualization of a more progressive municipality of Laua-an.(JP Magno, Laua-an / PIA)

Raw is WarSports entertainment pinoy fans are in for a special treat whenthe WWE RAW Live Tour comes to Manila. Wrestling fans willbe treated to Wrestling royalty when the WWE RAW’s topwrestlers take their act to the Araneta Coliseum on February 24

and 25. Making thrir presence felt will be John Cena, Edge,Mick Foley, Carlito Caribbean Cool, The Big Show, Lita,Trish Stratus, Rob Van Dam, and many more.

The WWE last visited the country with 1994’s WWFManila Mania and 1995’s WWF Mayhem in Manila.

• KAKAIBANG BALITA •ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES

ang kanyang kaseksihan.“Pinaghandaan ko talaga ang

launching na ito, medyo ngarag panga ako eh,” panimula niya.

“Siyempre bagong album, kayadapat ibang Ara Mina naman anghumarap sa inyo. Saka ibig sabihindin nu’n, wala na akong problem,

talagang naka-move on na ako.“Halata naman sa hitsura ko di ba?”Sampung revivals at isang origi-

nal songs (‘Kailan Ka Magiging Akin’)na sinulat ni Ogie Alcasid ang lamanng kanyang ikatlong album, na kungsaan kasama rin ang duet nila niJimmy Bondoc sa awiting ‘What DoWe Mean To Each Other’.

Naitanong namin kay Ara kungalin sa mga kanta kasama sa albumang favorite niya.

“Siguro ‘yung ‘Paalam Na’ nacarrier single ko. Para kasi ‘yun sapast relationships ko, tapos ever sincefavorite song ko na noong nasa HighSchool pa lang ako.

“Tapos ‘yun ‘Somebody’ paranaman sa lalaking mamahalin ko, diba sa lyrics, ‘I want somebody to sharefor the rest of my life...’

“Sa ngayon kasi, kung gugustusinko meron na, pero takot pa ako sacommitment, kaya happy na munaako sa kabarkada lang.

“Alam n’yo naman siguro na I’mgoing out with Polo (Ravales), withJimmy and non-showbiz guys. Kayamedyo marami-rami naman angnanliligaw sa akin ngayon, perohindi na 18.

“Si Reggie (Curley) namanhindi na siya nagti-text lately. Hindiko alam kung nag-give up na siya,baka naman may gilfriend na siya.Saka hindi naman siya consistent nakatulad nina Polo at Jimmy napalaging nakikipag-keep in touch.”

Bakit nga ba niya napili na

9October 17-23, 2005 I OFW GuardianCOVER STORY 9February 20-26, 2006 I OFW GuardianTECHNOLOGY

the website. Contests and scheduled trips makethis activity even more fun.

Aguman Kapampangan(www.aguman.com)If you are a native of Pampanga and cur-rently based in Dubai and the NorthernEmirates, you will be most welcome to joinan organization called AgumanKapampangan. Aguman is composed prima-rily of people from the Province of Pampangawith the goal of solidarity for the members inkeeping abreast of developments in Dubai aswell as giving back to their homeland in vari-ous forms such as provision of educationalmaterials to deserving schools.

And here are some general information sitesto help your way around not only in Dubai butin the other parts of the Middle East as well:

Allo’ Middle East Expat Forums(www.alloexpat.com/middle_east_expat_forum/)Forums are a great way to conveniently postmessages, follow threads, and view informa-tion relevant to you because after completingthe registration process and getting verified(usually by e-mail), you can already accesstheir services. The Allo’ Expat Forums pro-vide not only message-board-like features thatenable many people to carry the same con-versation albeit not in real time, but it alsostores vital information on the country profile,immigration, work permits, housing, entertain-ment, driving guidelines, and such services ashospital and embassies contact information.

This forum site is huge! The Middle Eastsection alone hosts different fora for Abu

When in

DubaiT

by Nick Ballesteros

he Middle East is a popular destination for Filipinos seeking work abroad.However, as a nation with strong Western and Spanish influences, livingin the Middle East with its different way of life can prove to be daunting

and intimidating. But we are still able to cope and adapt. It is our spirit of solidar-ity that enables us to endure and – like the proverbial bamboo – follow where thewind blows.

Thankfully, a thriving Filipino community in many regions of the Middle Eastgives us a taste of the Filipino atmosphere even when in foreign lands. Recently-released movies shot in such countries as Dubai have even spurned our interestin these regions. Here are some sites that will help you connect with ourkababayans:

ofwzone (www.ofwzone.com)While this U.A.E.-based web portal providesboth local and Philippine news, its primaryfunction is to bring news and updates to Fili-pinos based in Dubai on courses they canavail of for specialized computer courses andphotography. Animation, image editing andeven Database Programming and Web De-velopment are in the offing. Surprisingly,many of the tutorials are even offered forfree! What better way to spend your free timethan to learn a new skill which can eventu-ally lead to new opportunities? Incidentally,Ofwzone is tightly integrated with the fol-lowing sites:

Filipino Computer Club(www.fccdubai.com)The Filipino Computer Club is a non-profit,non-political organization under the auspicesof the Philippine Embassy and PhilippineConsulate General, Dubai, United ArabEmirates. Ten (10) years in existence and stillgoing strong, FCC provides free computereducation and training. Being a memberentitles you to such additional perks as awider range of computer-centric training

courses ranging from basic office applicationsto the more specialized programming lan-guages.

Overseas Pinoy Professional Photogra-phers Society (www.fccdubai.com/oppps/)If you like taking photos and with the interestof further developing your skills in this field,then Dubai-based OPPPS is the place to go.We love photographs, and OPPPS takes thispassion to a higher level by bringing Filipinostogether to share in this hobby. Members canavail of workshops and training sessions andhave the option of showing off their work in

Dhabi, Bahrain, Cyprus, Dubai, Egypt, Iran,Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman,Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, andYemen. Best of all, the Forum is designedfor expats in mind so information presentedare those that will be needed most by thevisitor.

Go Dubai (www.godubai.com)GoDubai is an online information guidegeared primarily for tourists. Listings for ac-commodations, tours, shopping, and diningcan be found here. A good place to exploreand find time to appreciate the place in theeyes of a visitor.

It is likewise prudent to keep abreast ofcurrent events so you can make informeddecisions about living and working in theMiddle East. Online papers such as TheMiddle East Times (www.metimes.com) andBBC News (news.bbc.co.uk, click on theMiddle East link at the left bar) chronicleevents happening in the region: from cur-rent events to business, culture, and infor-mation technology.

A thriving Filipino community in many regionsof the Middle East gives us a taste of the Filipinoatmosphere even when in foreign lands.

10 February 20-26, 2006 I OFW Guardian YOUR MONEY

ere are some simple rules ofmoney management for peoplewho are just starting out in their

professional lives. It is important to under-stand the basic concepts of saving and in-vesting. If you are smart with your moneywhile you are young, chances are you willlive to enjoy a peaceful and prosperousretirement.

1. Chose your objectives.You won’t be able to achieve every financialgoal. Identify your goals clearly and decidewhich are most important, and why theymatter to you. By concentrating your ef-forts, you have a better chance of achievingwhat matters most.

2. Focus first on the goals that matter.To accomplish primary goals, you will oftenneed to put equally desirable but less impor-tant ones on hold.

3. Put time on your side.The most important ally you have in reach-ing your goals is time. Money stashed in sav-ings accounts or invested wisely will growand compound. The more time you have,the more chance you have of success. Ageis a big factor. Younger people (who havemore time to build their nest egg) can actdifferently than older ones.

4. Choose carefully.In drawing up your list of goals, you shouldlook for things that will help you feel fi-

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MONEY BASICS

nancially secure, happy or fulfilled. Someof the items that wind up on such lists in-clude building an emergency fund, get-ting out of debt, and paying the kids’ tu-ition. Once you have your list together, youneed to rank the items in order of impor-tance.

5. Include family members.If you have a spouse or significant other,make sure he or she is part of the goal-setting process. Children, too, should havesome say in goals that affect them.

6. Start now.The longer you wait to identify and beginworking toward your goals, the more diffi-culty you’ll have reaching them.

7. Focus on the long-term.Once you have prioritized your list of goals,keep your spending on course. Wheneveryou make a large payment for anything askyourself: “Is this taking me nearer to myprimary goals - or leading me further awayfrom them?” If a big expense doesn’t getyou closer to your goals, try to defer or re-duce it.

8. Be prepared for change.Your needs and desires invariably change asyou age, so you should probably reexamineyour priorities at least every five years.

For more money basics,visit our website at www.ofwguardian.com.

Peso-Dollar RateFebruary 15, 2006 Closing

51.580OPEN

51.520HIGH

51.500LOW

51.580AVERAGE

51.550VOLUME

$282.500M

SAVE YOUR MONEYSAVE YOUR MONEYSAVE YOUR MONEYSAVE YOUR MONEYSAVE YOUR MONEYSPEND WISELSPEND WISELSPEND WISELSPEND WISELSPEND WISELYYYYY

Source: BSP

PesoEquivalent

37.9805136.590344.668661.28776.63500.43680.0532

13.725331.647039.40081.5959

14.017289.802751.4850

UnitDollarDinarDollarEuro

DollarYenWonRial

DollarFranc

NTDollarDirhamPoundDollar

CountryAustraliaBahrainCanadaEMUHong KongJapanKoreaSaudi ArabiaSingaporeSwitzerlandTaiwanUAEUKUnited States

Equivalent of 1US$

1.35560.37691.15260.84017.7596

117.8600967.8000

3.75111.62681.306732.26103.67300.57331.0000

Equivalent of 1Euro

1.61370.44871.37211.00009.2370

140.30051152.0691

4.46531.93661.5555

38.40354.37230.68251.1904

CURRENCIES

As of February 15, 2006 Source: BSP

11February 20-26, 2006 I OFW GuardianSPORTS

O n June 30, 1999, at 18 years, 4months, and 12 days, AndreiKirilenko became the youngest

European player at the time to be drafted intothe NBA when the Utah Jazz selected himwith the 24th pick. However, he remainedwith his Russian Team - CSKA Moscow - forthe next two seasons. In 2001, the NBA fi-

by Vladimir Jones III

“The team is moreimportant than theplayer. I’ll play any

position and doanything the coacheswant me to do to help

the team win.”of NBA coaches and scouts when he was rec-ognized as the best player at the Adidas ABCAll-Star Camp held in Moscow. A specialguest at the camp was Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,the NBA’s all-time scoring leader. Kirilenkowon the slam dunk contest which was judgedby Abdul-Jabbar himself.

Over the next 3 years, Kirilenko continuedto improve as a player. He moved to CSKAMoscow and led them to the championship inthe 1999 season. He also became a constantand integral member of the Russian NationalTeam. There was no doubt, however, as to whatKirilenko wanted to do. He wanted to play inthe NBA.

Do Anything AndreiHe was drafted by the Utah Jazz in 1999 butdidn’t play his first NBA game until 2001 (hehad to complete his contract with CSK Mos-cow). For Utah, however, waiting 2 years forKirilenko to arrive was worth it. In his fiveyears with the Jazz, Kirilenko has displayed asteady and versatile game coaches love. “Hegets you 15 points and 8 rebounds every game”says Jazz Coach Jerry Sloan. “Andrei also playshard, doesn’t complain, and does everythingfor his team”. Ever heard of triple threats?Kirilenko is a quadruple or even quintiplethreat. He scores, rebounds, passes the ballwell, blocks shots, and gets a lot of steals. Infast, Kirilenko has already registeredthree”5X5’s” in his career (recording five eachof points, assists, rebounds, blocks, and steals).The only player to record more 5x5s is HakeemOlajuwon who played 17 years for the Hous-ton Rockets.

Kirilenko gives most NBA players head-aches with his defense as well as his offense.Washington’s Antawn Jamison says: “Oh myGod, it’s so frustrating when he guards you,you don’t look at him as being a very a physicalplayer, but he’s as long as they come. And he’sathletic and quick”. Boston Celtic Paul Piercehas similar complaints. “He’s tough. Just whenyou think you’ve got him, and you thinkyou’ve beaten him, with that reach, he’s stillright there at the rim waiting for you. Then,after all of that, you have to deal with him onthe offensive end.”

AK-47Quick Stats

Name : Andrei KirilenkoBirthdate : February 18, 1981Hometown : St. Petersburg, RussiaHeight : 6’9”Weight : 226 lbs.Sport : BasketballTeam : Utah Jazz

•Andrei began his basketball careerwith Spartak St. Petersburg (Russia)in 1996-97 at the age of 15. He wasthe youngest player ever in the Rus-sian League at age 15. At 18, Andrewas also the youngest ever Europeandrafted into the NBA when he was se-lected by the Utah Jazz 24th overall inthe 1999 draft.

•Kirilenko is one of only two players torecord at least 6 points, 6 rebounds, 6assists, 6 steals and 6 blocks all inthe same game. The other player be-ing former Houston Center HakeemOlajuwon.

•Andrei’s first year in the NBA coincidedwith the final years of Jazz legendsJohn Stockton and Karl Malone in Utah.“I learned a lot from those two” saysAndrei. “John and Karl were the ulti-mate professionals”.

•Kirilenko’s was nicknamed “AK” byformer Jazz guard Jacque Vaughn. “InAmerica, they call everyone by their ini-tials” says Andrei. Kirilenko picked thenumber 47 so that he could be identi-fied with the famous RussianKalashnikov rifle – the AK-47.

•He loves computer games. “They arecapable of absorbing me completely”says Kirilenko. “It even happens that Iforget about sleep and food”. His fa-vorite game is Diablo but he also likesvarious simulators of city and park con-structions and strategy such as Age ofEmpire, Warcraft and Starcraft.

•Kirilenko is married to Russian singerMarina Lapatov. She embarked on aprofessional career in 2002 when shereleased her first CD. They have oneson, Fedor, pronounced “Theodore” inEnglish.

Did You Know

nally got to see why the Jazz drafted thisskinny 6’9” forward. Today, after five NBAseasons, Kirilenko is one of the league’s mostversatile players and an anchor of a Jazz teamlooking to restore past glory.

Russian RootsAndrei started playing basketball at 7 whennoted Russian amateur basketball coach AlexeiVladimirovich Vasiliev noticed the tall youth.It turns out that Andrei was a natural for bas-ketball. In a few years time, Kirilenko becameone of the best basketball players of his age. In1995, he led the St. Petersburg city team to theRussian Championship for boys aged 13 andunder. After that, success on the basketballcourt came easy.

On January 18, 1997, Kirilenko played hisfirst game in the Russian Superleague as a

member of the club “Spartak” (St Petersburg).In this game, Kirilenko scored just 3 points,but at 15 years old, he became the youngestplayer in the history of the Superleague. OnMay 11, 1997, Kirilenko first caught the eye

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Philippine Associationof Service Exporters, Inc.Jobs on this page were taken from PASEI members. For manpower pooling only. No fees to be collected.

Visit trabahoabroad.com for more job openings.

CAREER PLANNERS SPECIALISTS INTERNATIONAL, INC.2/F David Building II, 561 Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong CityTel. 7230686 / 7238730 / 7184095 / 7248972 Fax: 7239083 CP: 09178553448 / 09178553452E-mail address: recruit@pldtdsl.net; manpower@pldtdsl.net Website:www.careerplanners.com.ph

DR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH HOSPITALAccre No. 73084-12

* STAFF NURSES (ALL AREAS)

*MIDWIVES

WITH SALARY DEDUCTION (All candidates must have at least 3 yrs. exp. in the same fields)

KING ABDULAZIZ UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL JEDDAH K.S.A.(Acree. No. 73771-9)

NO PLACEMENT FEE for

• (2) Swimming Instructors(M & F) • (1) GYM Instructor • (1) Tennis Pro

*CARDIAC CATH LAB. TECH.* ECHO TECH.

*NURSES (ALL AREAS)

ICU, NICU, PICU, SICU, Cardiac Surgical ICU, OR, Neuro Cardiac ICU, OB/GYNE,NURSERY, PEDIA,ER, CATH. LAB, ANAESTHETISTS, THEATRE, M/S,

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be CollectedPOEA LIC. 409-LB - 021104-R

SAITO COLLEGE - Malaysia

we are in need of LECTURERS in the field of:

GRAPHIC DESIGN - Bachelors degree and 3 yrs. experienced in the related field.MULTIMEDIA DESIGN - Bachelors degree and 3 yrs. experienced in the related field.INTERIOR DESIGN - Bachelors degree and 3 yrs. experienced in the related field.

Salary US$670 - US$800 - negoatiable based on their experience and capabilities.

EMPLOYER ARRIVING BY JANUARY 2006

(Should be BS MED TECH Grad, At least 8 yrs. exp..CT SCAN, MRI TECH.

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

In cooperation of our principal in the USA ;

CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE(Registration #: 10077973)

We invite you to check out our vacancies :NO PLACEMENT FEE NO SURETY BOND REQUIRED

• Competitive pay & benefits • Temporary Housing and Stipend • Clinical OrientationOver 350 Hospitals and Facilities available through out USA.

150 REGISTERED NURSES Male / Female. Nursing board Passer. At least 1 year current exp. in 100 or more bed capacity

hospitals. CGFNS or IELTS Passer an advantage.

100 PHYSICAL THERAPIST Male / Female. Y2002 & Below graduates & PT board Passer. At least 1 yr. current exp. in a 100 or more bed

capacity hospitals. TOEFL/ TSE Passer with FCCPT or ICD Credentialing.THE PACKAGE WILL INCLUDE RE-IMBURSEMENT / DIRECT PAYMENT OF THE FF. COSTS:

• CGFNS/ NCLEX Exams • English qualifying Exams • Visa Screen Certificate • Immigrationfiling &Attorney Fees • Air Fare to the United States • USA State nursing Lisence Application FeeDo send us an e-mai l at focus_int l99@yahoo.com to rece ive a complete l is t o f Requi rement , RE-SUME PROTOTYPE / FORMAT & other impor tant readng mater ia ls . P ic tures: 4 pcs. 2x2 p ics whi tebackground, 2 pcs. passport size pics & 4 pcs 3R whole body pics.For Family Status kindly present the Birth Certificate & pasport copy of your family members who will travelwith you to the US , Marriage Certificate

INTERVIEW WITH THE EMPLOYER EVERY WEDNESDAY BY APPOINMENT.Venue: FOCUS International Office 6 pm - 9 pm

FOCUS INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES2 / F West Wing, Expocraft Int’l., 1008 Meteropolitan Ave.,

Makati City 1200Tel. No. (02) 899 - 4895 / Mobile No: 0927 - 7498787

email add: focus_intl99@yahoo.comPOEA Lic.164-LB

062703-R

JOBS FAIR ADVISORYWATCH THIS

SPACEFOR JOBS FAIR

THOUSANDS OF OVERSEAS JOBS WILL BE MADE AVAIL-ABLE TO APPLICANTS FROM POEA LICENSED RE-CRUITMENT AGENCYMEMBERS OF PHILIPPINE ASSO-CIATION OF SERVICE EXPORTERS, INC.

MEDICAL STAFF, CONSTRUCTION WORKERS,I.T. PROFESSIONALS, MAINTENANCE WORKERS,DOMESTIC HELPERS, SKILLED AND TECHNICAL

WORKERS, SERVICE WORKERS, HOTEL WORKERS,ETC... ETC... ARE NEEDED FOR OVERSEAS JOBS.

EVERYBODY IS WELCOME!!!NO ENTRANCE FEE * NO APPLICATION FEE * NO REGISTRATION FEE

TEXT, CALL, NOTIFY, ADVISE YOUR FRIENDS, RELATIVES,BARKADAS, CO-WORKERS, EX-OCWs OF THIS JOBS FAIR.

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

ATC HUMANRESOURCES, INC.

7634 Elm St. Marcelo Village Paranaque CityTel. Nos.: 823-7296 / Telfax 821-5643POEA - Lic

568-LB120802-B

Our principals are in “URGENT NEEDS” Of the following: ALLIED MANPOWER MANAGEMENT PTE LTD.100 Kim Seng Road #01-03 Kim Seng Plaza SINGAPORE. 239427 POEA Reg. No 92621590(26) DOMESTIC HELPER

BIN HABIB GROUP (SERVICES)(ABU DHABI, UAE – Accre. Cert No 55267 & 4800) POEA Reg. No. 9915083

(50) DOMESTIC HELPER) (13) BABY SITTER CONTACT ASIA PTE LTD. POEA REG., NO. 10059273

140 Upper Bukit Timah Road # 02-06 Beauty World Plaza, SINGAPORE 588176 (Lic.C 653001G)(28) DOMESTIC HELPER

HOME SWEET HOME RECRUITMENT AGENCY304 Orchard Road $02 – 73 Lucky plaza Singapore 238863 POEA Reg. No. 10066705

(35) DOMESTIC HELPER ACE EMPLOYMENT AGENCY POEA REG. NO. 10079880170 Bukit Timah Road #04-05 Bukit Timah Shopping Center, SINGAPORE 8588179 (Lic. C 696001-A)(41) DOMESTIC HELPER

T. S. KING MANPOWER SERVICESSuite 6,3rd Floor Badish complex Km 2, Tutong BA 2112, BRUNIE, DARUSSALEM (Reg. #10084855)

(50) DOMESTIC HELPER LEBANESE COMPANY FOR GENERAL SERVICES

1ST Floor, Zein Centre Bldg. Nazraiiah St., Hreik-Hadi BEIRUT, LEBANON (REG. # 20743-05)(120) DOMESTIC HELPER)

REQUIREMENTS:Photo Copy of Passport / Age Limit 21 – 40 years old UAE (23 to 40 years old S’pore Applicants)/ Photocopy of HighSchool Diploma ( for Space) Orig. must be presented / Pictures 2x2 & whole body / Can speak & understand English /at least High School Graduate

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

SAEED AL SHAMSIRECRUITMENT SERVICES

ABU DHABI - UAE

URGENT NEEDS OF

COOKS & DRIVERSw at least 5 yrs. EXPERIENCE

Apply personally bring;Biodata, NBI cleranrance, Xerox of Passport & 2x2picture at;

HYACINTH PROMOTIONS, INC.No. 120 Maginhawa Street, Teachers Village, Quezon City

Tel. Nos: 924-2713; 434-6310; 434-2512E-mail add: hyacint@nsclub.netPOEA Lic.

239-LB082903-R

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

NIGERIA / UAE / QATAROur Prospective clients, HYUNDIA IN NIGERIA is in need of (Urgent)

• SCHEDULING ENGR • QA / QC ENGR. • CIVIL DESIGN ENGR• E & I ENGR. • MECHANICAL ENGR. • INSTRUMENT ENGR.• E & I TECHNICIANS • TIG WELDERS • PIPE FITTERS• CABLE TERMINATION • ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANAll position must have at least 3-5 yrs. of similar exp.

JEBEL DHANNA RESORT in ABU DHABI, UEA is in need of the ff:• TELEPHONE OPRT. • GUEST SERVICE AGENT • RECEPTIONIST• POOL ATTENDANT • LIFEGUARD • BELLBOY• WAITRESS • LAUNDRY ATTENDANT • PRESSMAN• CHILLER TECHNICIAN • SOUS CHEF (Saucier) • BARMAN• ACCOUNT PAYABLEMust have at least 2 years of exp. in a 5 Star Hotel and fine dinig restaurant

FOR EMEQ & THULATHI in QATAR we urgently needed the ff:• ELECTRICIAN (Installation) • MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN (Installation)• PIPE FITTERSIn need of expertise, must have at least 5 years of exp.

Pls. apply w/ 2 sets of Resume (pref. computer Printed), Credentials (Employment,Educational, Traning, Testing Certificates) 2 Pcs 2x2 colored photo & PP Copy ( if avail)

Rm. 214-216 Auro-Vir Bldg. Evangelista St., Bangkal, Makati CityTel No.: 7501457 to 58 Fax No.: (632)751-0380

Email add: ymc@pacific.net.ph prmx@pacific.net.phWebsite: www.promexph.com

POEA Lic.513-LB

041604-R Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

FOR IMMEDIATE DEPLOYMENTEnjoy the high tax free salary, yearly contract, free food, accommodation & transportation & paid vacation leave.FIRST KUWAIT TRADING & CONTRACTING CO. W.L.L.Kuwait (Reg. # 10072302) One of the biggest contracting company in Kuwait urgently needsthe following for its Construction and Maintenance Projects:• ADMIN ASSISTANTS • BOBCAT LOADER OPERATORS • BUILDING ELECTRICIANS• SIGN PAINTERS • CARPENTER FOREMEN • COMMUNICATION SV• ELEC. FOREMEN • DIESEL/REF VAN TECHNICIANS • FINISHING CARPENTERS• HVAC FOREMEN • GROUNDS KEEPER FOREMEN • HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS• LAUNDRY FOREMEN • LIGHTS & HEAVY MECHANICS • LOCKSMITH FOREMEN• PAINTER FOREMEN • PROPERTY SUPERVISORS • SECURITY SV• TRANSPORT DISPATCHER • VEHICLE MECHANICS• ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATES • WAREHOUSE SUPERVISORS• PORTABLE TOILET SERVICE FOREMEN • WELDER FOREMEN• JANITORIAL FOREMEN • FUELS SUPERVISORS • RECEPTIONISTS• LABOR FOREMEN • COMP. OPRTS (40 WPM) • DATABASE ADMINISTRATORS• MWR SUPERVISORS • POWER GENERATION FOREMEN • MOBILE EQUIP. DISPATCHERS• VEHICLES & EQUIP. MAINTENANCE FOREMEN • PLUMBING SUPERVISORS• MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIP. OPERATORS FOREMEN • PLUMBERS• POWER GENERATOR MECHANICS • SIGN MAKER FOREMEN • LOCKSMITHS• MEDICAL INCINERATOR OPRTS. • SIGN MAKER FOREMEN • HVAC MECHANICS• WATER DISTRIBUTION SV • HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS• CARGO MARSHALLING SV • EQUIP. OPERATOR SERVICES• SWIMMING INSTR. SV. • INFO. TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISORS• TRAFFIC CONTROLLER SV • VECTOR CONTROL FOREMENApplicants for the above positions must have relevant exp. for the category.Applicant must Reports M-F for interview , submit 6 pcs. of 2x2 & 2 sets of Resume, Orig. Passport, Diploma , tor,2 photo copies of valid -NBI, Employment certifcate or send your resume to all email add

POEA Lic.364-LB

010804-R

GFI MANPOWER INT’L. SPECIALIST INC.G/F FSE Bldg.. 3671 Bautista Ave. near cor. Dayap St., Palanan, Makati City

Tel Nos: 7293342 / 5511860 / 7572477 Website: www.gfimanpower.com

E-mail add: gfi_mis@globelines.com.ph / gfi_infotech@globelines.com.ph

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic.237-LB

102199-NL

JAMAL HUMAN RESOURCEINTERNATIONALE

5789 Zobel Roxas Townhomes Zobel Roxas Ave. Palanan Makati CityTel. No. 5501504 / 4840134 / 5501518 Fax: 5501337

JAMAL AL MOFAWAZ MANPOWER RECRUITENT SERVICES RIYADH, KSA Accredatation No.: 73595

Job Description Qualification(3) ACCOUNTANT 3-5 yrs experience. With or without PRC(20) NURSES 2-5 years exp. With or without PRC(10) MIDWIFE 3-5 years exp. as Midwife(3) BEAUTICIAN 2-2 years exp. as all around beautician(3) CUT AND SEW 2-3 years exp. in dressmaking(3) AUTO TRANSMISSION With 5 yrs working exp.(3) AUTOCAD OPTR. 2-3 years experience as Interior Design(4) H.E. OPTR. 2-2 years experience as H.E. Mechanic(5) AUTO MECHANIC 2-3 years exp. as diesel Mechanic(4) BUILDING ELEC. With knowledge in Panel board & Mainframe Electrical

Network(4) AIRCON TECHNICIAN With knowledge in Split type & Centralized Aircon(3)INTERIOR DECORATOR/ 2-3 years experience in house designing (wood DESIGNER Parker, gypsum for ceiling, wallpaper etc.)(4) PAINTER 2-3 years in house painting with design like antique type(4) STEELMAN 2-3 years in Steel man in building construction(4) PLUMBER 2-3 years exp.; with knowledge in Plumbing & Pine Fitter(5) COUPLE Must be Muslim; Ex AbroadAll interested applicant may report to our office and bring the necessary documents

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Philippine Associationof Service Exporters, Inc.

Jobs on this page were taken from PASEI members. For manpower pooling only. No fees to be collected.

Visit trabahoabroad.com for more job openings.

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

Our Principal, AL GHALIA COMPANY, WLL., a

well established business firm in Bahrain known fortheir chains of Fine Dining Restaurants, Cafes, Beach Resort& Women Spa urgently need the ff:

BAKERMALE / FEMALE, 22-30 yrs old, with knowledge in baking FrenchBread, Croissants, Danish etc. minimum 2 years experience.

PASTRY ARTISTMale/Female at least 2 yrs exp. Excellent in ART DECO, goodtraining in the field of baking. Age below 37 yrs.old

REQUIREMENTS :3 SETS OF THE FF.: CV’s / Bio-data, Employment Certificates,Passport Copy, NBI Clearance. PICTURES: 6 pcs. 2x2 pics (whitebackground) , 4 pcs. 3R size Whole body picture in business attire

FOCUS INT’L MANPOWER SERVICES2 / F West Wing, Expocraft Int’l., 1008 Meteropolitan Ave.,

Makati City 1200Tel. No. (02) 899 - 4895 / Mobile No: 0927 - 7498787

email add: focus_intl99@yahoo.comPOEA Lic.

164-LB062703-R

POEA Lic.051-LB

091905-PL

WANTED

100 NURSES5 PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

FOR NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY, USA“Swiftest Sponsorship and Safest Deployment to the USA”

• Immigrant Visa (EB3) / Green Card Sponsorship• Full Insurance Coverage

• Many more Benefits

Nurse Requirements: CGFNS or NCLEX, English proficieny exam(IELTS, or TOEFL & TSE) PRC/Board Certificate.

PT Requirements: U.S License or NPTE Eligibility or FCCPT cre-dential verification (advantageous and preferred but not required),English proficiency (TOEFL, TWE & TSE), PRC / Board Certificate

Principal: United Staffing Registry, Inc. (d/b/a United Home Care)POEA Reg No.: 10082226

E-mail: international.staffing@gmail.com URL: http://myicomp.net

INTERNATIONAL STAFFING REGISTRY, INC.G/Flr, Catalina Bldg., 9 New York St. cor. E.

Rodriguez Sr. Ave.Cubao, Quezon City 1111, Metro Manila.

Telefax No. 723-8646 Mobile 0915-2028307Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

AIR BASE PROJECT (QATAR)Our Principal urgently needs for their airbase project in Qatar (MaytagAircrafts) highly qualified workers on the following categories:

• ASST. PROJECT MANAGER – min. 2 yrs. exp. in petroleum servicesoperations & documented supervisory exp. in bulk storage or mobile fuel servicing operations.• FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS OPTR. (FDSO) – exp. indocument bulk storage & distribution / Dispensing system inspections; review/interpret/complete supportingpetroleum transaction source doc.• FUEL LABORATORY TECH. – exp. in use of common fuel sampling eqpt.,aviation & ground fuel sampling procedures; conducting lab tests pf petroleum products• FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MECHANIC– min. 5 yrs. exp. inmaint. of fuel distribution system. Perform all mech’l, elect’l & structural maint. repairs orreplacement on all facilities, systems & equip. installed & capable of performing systemmaintenance as required by Air Force Manual 32-1275.• AUTOMATION CLERK , FUEL– min. 2 yrs. exp. Fully knowledgeable of manual &automated fuel mgt. & acctg. System such as Fuels Automated Systems (FAS) * FAS Enterprise Server(UDAPS), and Microsoft Office ApplicationQ U A L I F I C A T O N : B e t w e e n 2 7 - 4 0 y r s . o l d

D O C U M E N T S R E Q U I R E D : Resume with DETAILED job description, Valid Passport, NBIClearance, Cert. of Employment, 4 pcs. 2x2 colored photo.

KRONA INT’L. SERVICE SYSTEMS, INC.G/F, SMS Annex Bldg. 213 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City

Telephone No. 817-2470Email Add: krona@kronaphils.com info@kronaphils.com

website: www.kronaphils.comPOEA Lic.529-LB

042304-R

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

WANTED for JAPANDANCERS & SINGERS

Our Japanese Principals: J-LINE CO. LTD., PLANET INC.,RISING STAR CO. LTD., UNIMAC CO. LTD, AND R-CHICKENTERPRISES CO. LTD. are looking for FEMALE DANCERSAND SINGERS for Japan.

• Free Training! • Free Transpo. Allowance!• No Experience Required! • Must be 20 to 24 yrs. old• With Pleasing Personality • Without Managers

FOR SINGAPORE50 DOMESTIC HELPERSVAMSA MANPOWER CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.

(POEA Reg. No. 1056628)Applicant must be at least highschool graduate, hardworking

& can speak English

CENTURY PROMOTIONS& MANPOWER SERVICES, INC.

Rm. 1, 2nd Flr., Bascara Bldg., 469 Quezon Ave., Quezon CityTel. Nos.: 7326526 / 7316872 Fax No.: 7428495

E-mail add: centuryprom@hotmail.comPOEA LIC.

475-LB-032404-R

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic.493-LB

040204-R

MAGSAYSAY INT’L. HUMAN RESOURCES, INC.(formerly Stateside Nursing International Phils., Inc.)

716 MEGA PLAZA, ADB Ave., Ortigas Complex, Pasig CityTel. No.: (632) 6874813 Telefax: (632) 6874864, (63917) 8494949

E-mail add: mihri@pldtdsl.net Website: www.magsaysayinternational.com

ABU DHABI (OASIS HOSPITAL AL AIN)• RADIOGRAPHER TECHNICIAN (X-ray) • ULTRASONOGRAPHER• FEMALE CLINIC MANAGER • MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIANS• QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER - dealing with all sorts in hospital. • NURSES - all areas w/ at least 2 yrs. continuous hospital recent experienceQUALIFICATIONS: Male / Female, Not More Than 45 Yrs. Old, At Least 2 Yrs. Experience In A Reputable Hospital,With Good Command In English

CANADA (FINDSTAFF INTERNATIONAL CANADA)• ICU NURSES • CCU NURSES

QUALIFICATIONS: Male / Female, Not More Than 45 Yrs. Old, At Least 2 Yrs. Experience In The Hospital, With GoodCommand In English

QATAR (ACCESS STAFF INTERNATIONAL)• NURSES (ALL AREAS)

QUALIFICATIONS: Male / Female, Not More Than 45 Yrs. Old, At Least 2 Yrs. Experience In The Hospital, With GoodCommand In English

QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL OF ST. MICHAEL, BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOSIS IN NEED OF NURSES

• 12 CRITICAL CARE NURSES • 6 SURGICAL SKILLED NURSES• 6 OPHTHALMOLOGY NURSES • 6 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSESQUALIFICATIONS: Male / Female, Not More Than 45 Yrs. Old, At Least 2 Yrs. Experience In The Hospital, With GoodCommand In EnglishWe require all applicants to forward their cv with detailed job descriptions for each employment history. please include copiesof their trade certificates/degree or diploma and written references as well as details of their marital status and dependentsWe only accept online applications! Log on to http://www.magsaysayinternational.com and apply online.

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

RUSH JOB HIRING FOR HOTEL WORKERS IN UAEFor our Client GLOBAL RECRUITMENT SERVICES

Department Category GenderHOUSEKEEPING Housekeeping Supervisor MaleFRONT OFFICE Reception Supervisor Male

Guest Service Agent MaleTelephone Operator FemaleGuest Relation Officer FemaleDriver Male

F & B Waitress FemaleWaiter MaleRoom Service Order Taker MaleHead Waiter Male

KITCHEN Commis II MaleBaker MalePastry Helper Male

HEALTH CLUB Health Club Supervisor FemaleENGINEERING Asst. Chief Engineer MaleSECRETARIES for GM Secretary Female

Accounts Secretary FemaleOTHER JOB OPENING!!!• Sales Executive, • Sales Secretary, • Electrician, • Carpenter, • Plumber, • Commis I, • Pastry Cook,• Butcher, • Chief Steward, • Steward, • Supervisor for Coffee Shop, • Captain for Coffee Shop, • Waiter orLobby Café, • Demi Chef, • Chef de Partie, • Attendant, • Room Attendant, • Cleaner for Public Area,• Cleaning for Housinng, • Cleaning for SPA, • SPA Supervisor, • SPA Attendant, • Guest Service Agent,• Night Shift Night Auditor, Shift Leader, Receptionist, Bellboy, • F & B Secretary

QUALIFICATION: At least 1 - 2 years of experience.REQUIREMENTS: Submit in 2 sets Resume, NBI, PASSPORT, Diploma, TOR & Employment Cert & 4 pcs 2 x2recent ID pictures.

ROWALD INT’L. MANPOWERSERVICES INC.

G/F Casa Pennsylavania 1638 Leon Guinto St., Malate Manila PhilippinesTel No. (02) 5261060 Fax No.: (02) 5261061

Email add: primejobs.mg@gmail.comPOEA Lic.

463-LB091902-R-a

FOR THE PRESIDENT OF KHOJAH GROUP OF COMPANIES ISIN NEED FOR HIS PALACE ON JEDDAH, KSA THE FOLLOWING:

• WAITER / WAITRESSSALARY USD $500.00 TO US $ 700.00

• HEAD WAITRESSSALARY $USD 800.00 TO USD $1,000.00

• BUTLERSALARY USD $ 1,000 TO USD $ 1,500.00

• FEMALE MASSEURSSALARY USD $ 600.00 TO USD $ 800.00

Applicants should have the following positions: • Age from 25-35 years old/ex-abroad is an advantage• With good communication skills / at least 2-3 yrs. exp. • Must be very good lookingAll interested applicants may report with the following:Resume – 4 pcs. 2x2 picture – 2 whole body picture – Employment certificateAll interested applicants should apply to:

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SARA INT’L. MANPOWER SERVICES, INC.Suite 7 Ground Floor Midland Plaza Hotel, M. Adriatico St., Ermita, Manila

Tel. No. 5284620 to 22Email: simsil@sarainternational.com.ph Website: sarainternational.com.phPOEA Lic.

021-LB080904-UL

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

PARA SA BANSA NG QATARDIPLOMAT GROUP W.L.L. - Doha Registration # 10073928

• AUTOCAD DRAFTSMEN(M/F) • DUCT FABRICATORS (50)• QUANTITY SURVEYORS • PLANNING ENGINEERS (M/F)• PLUMBERS (30) • FEMALE SECRETARIES (23-32 yrs. old, attractive, fluent in English)

Darating ang employer para mag-interview

AL MUSAIRIE TRADING & CONT. CO. WLLDoha / Kuwait, Reg # 10063842

• CRANE OPRT(30) • HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS (40)• HEAVY EQUIPMENT ELECTRICIANS (40) • SAFETY OFFICER• CHEMICAL ENGINEER (EXP. IN BILUMINOUS & PETROLUEM PRODUCTS)• WHEEL LOADER OPRT(30) • DIESEL MECHANICS (30)• PETROL MECHANICS (20) • HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPRTS (30)• AUTO ELECTRICIAN (20) • FACTORY MAINTENANCE TECH.• PIPE FABRICATOR (PTEROCHEM. OIL & GAS) • DENTER/PAINTER (20)

QATAR DESIGN CONSORTIUM Doha• MECHANICAL ENGINEER • SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGR. (EXP. IN CONSULTANCY FIRM)• PROJECT MANAGER (PRIMAVERA & MS PROJECT) • AUTOCAD OPERATORS • SENIOR RESIDENT ENGINEER (LICENSED CIVIL ENGINEER)- Lahat ng aplikante ay kailangan mayroong 3-5 taon na experyensya sa posisyon na kanyang naisaplayan.- Mag-apply agad dala ang mga sumusunod na dukomento: 4 pcs. 2 x2 pic., 2 sets resume, employment& training certificate, NBI, electronic copy of resume (for copying only) at long envelope sa:

CENTAUR INT’L. MANPOWER SERVICES, INC.Manila Office: # 1677 - B Dian St.San Isidro, Makati CityTel. Nos.(02)8898726 / 8898745 / 8898755Email add: centaurrecruit@mydestiny.netcentaurprocess@mydestiny.netWebsite: www.centaurintl.com

Cebu Office: 2nd fl, Zosa Building(Eskina) # 933 V.Rama St. Guadalupe, Cebu CityTel. No. (32) 2545025Email add: centaurrecruit@mydestiny.netcentaurprocess@mydestiny.netWebsite: www.centaurintl.com

K a b a l i k a t n g M a n g g a g a w a n g P i l i p i n o

POEA Lic411-LB

081402-R

Beware of Illegal Recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees To Be Collected

PACIFIC LINK HEALTHCARE(PLH),USA

We need 1000 NURSES& 100 PHYSICAL

THERAPIST• IMMIGRANT VISA

• Experience not Required• CGFNS not Required

Call or Visit NOWKIMOBO INT’L PERSONNEL

SERVICES INC.Unit 401 C Pacific Corporate Center 131 west avenue, Quezon City

Tel No: (63) 373 - 5191 / 374 - 6752Mobile No.: 09209082675 / 09182083384 / 09225279903

Email add: kimobo_international@yahoo.comPOEA Lic.

535-LB042804-R

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The National Titanium Dioxide Co., Ltd. (Cristal)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES!!!Ex-Saudi Workers Preferred

A multi-national leading chemical manufacturing company, located in Yanbu Alsinaiyyah -Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced individuals to fill

the following positions.

RELIF OPERATORS – Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering; with at least 5 years inexperience in Chemical Industries with minimum 2 years in a comparable position.PROCESS OPERATORS –Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering; with at least 3 yearsexperience in Chemical Industries with minimum 2 years in a comparable position.DCS OPERATORS – Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering; with at least 5 years in ChemicalIndustries with minimum 2 years in a comparable position.SHIFT SUPERVISOR/FOREMEN– Bachelors Degree in Engineering; with at least 5 years inChemical Industries with minimum 2 years as Foreman/ Supervisory level.PROCESS ENGINEERS - B.S Chemical Engineering; with at least 4 years experience in ChemicalProcess Industry.QC SHIFT TECHNICIANS – Bachelors Degree in Chemistry; with at least 2 years experience ina similar positionPAL TECHNICIANS PLASTICS – Bachelors Degree in Chemistry/ Chemical or IndustrialEngineering; with at least 3 years experience in Plastics Manufacturing Industry.PAL TECHNICIANS (PAINT) – Bachelors Degree in Chemistry / Chemical or Industrial Engineering;with at least 3 years experience in Paint Manufacturing Industry.RESEARCH ASSISTANTS – Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering; with atleast 3 years experience in a Research /QC Laboratory or Technician with one (1) year experienceas “Research Assistant.

The National Titanium Dioxide Co., Ltd. (Cristal)

PROCESS PERFORMANCE ENGINEEERS - BS in Chemical/ Mechanical Engineering; with at least 5 years experiencein Process Engineering studies or 3 years in Operational Statistical Modelling.PLANT MAINTENANCE MANAGERS - BS Mechanical Engineering; with at least 15 years experience in Plant Maintenancepreferably in large Chemical Plant Industry; with minimum of 5 years in a Managerial position. Experience should includeexposure to workshop activities; Electrical Instrumentation; and Field Maintenance in large chemical plants.SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEERS -BS in Chemical Engineering; with at least 10 years experience as Process DesignEngineer; including 3 years in a Senior Position. Preferably with Chemical Plants Operational Exposure.PROCESS ENGINEERS - BS in Chemical Engineering; with at least 7 years experience as Process Engineer in ChemicalPlant Industry. Preferably with exposure in Plant Operations.PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEERS –Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering; minimum 5 years experiencein Design/ Petrochemical Industry.ELECTRICAL SUPERVISORS - BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; with at least 10 years in ElectricalMaintenance shop; of which 3 years should be in supervisory position/capacity.WELDING & FABRICATION SUPERVISORS -BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; with at least 10 yearsin Mechanical / Fabrication shop; of which 3 years should be in supervisory position/capacity.METALLURGY SPECIALIST – Graduate or Diploma in Metallurgy; with at least 5 years as a Metallurgy specialist inChemical Plant Industry.DCS SYSTEM ENGINEERS -BS in Mechanical/ Civil/ or Computer Engineering; with at least 5 years in DCS and relatedinstrumentation fieldMAINTENANCE RELIABILITY ENGINEERS - BS in Mechanical Engineering; with at least 10 years experience asReliability Engineer in large chemical plants. With involvement in Rotating Equipments, Heat Exchangers, dryers, filters,distillation units and milling utilizing various reliability engineering tools and techniques.SENIOR INSTRUMENT TECHNICIANS -Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering; with at least6 years experience in Industrial instrumentation work including PLC experience.INSTRUMENT SUPERVISORS - BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering; with at least 10 years experience in large ChemicalPlants Instrumentation of which 3 years should be in Managerial and leading roles.PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGERS - BS Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; with at least 12 years experiencein Purchasing and Contracting in project environment of which 5 years should be in Supervisory or higher roles.PLANNING ENGINEERS -BS in Chemical or Industrial Engineering; with at least 8 years experience in MaintenancePlanning of which 4 years should be in a leading role in large chemical plants. Should be literate in SAP MaintenancePackages.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS, INC.61-E TImog Ave., South Triangle Diliman, Quezon City

Tel. 926-7427 / 924-2112 / 413-3850 Fax: 416-5298E-Mail: Fe Salting Cadavona [afredex@pldtdsl.net]

Ernie E. Salting [ipiees@ipi.com.ph] / Web Site: www.ipi.com.phBeware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.409-LB-081402-R

INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS, INC.61-E TImog Ave., South Triangle Diliman, Quezon City

Tel. 926-7427 / 924-2112 / 413-3850 Fax: 416-5298E-Mail: Fe Salting Cadavona [afredex@pldtdsl.net]

Ernie E. Salting [ipiees@ipi.com.ph] / Web Site: www.ipi.com.phBeware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.409-LB-081402-R

INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS, INC.61-E TImog Ave., South Triangle Diliman, Quezon City

Tel. 926-7427 / 924-2112 / 413-3850 Fax: 416-5298E-Mail: Fe Salting Cadavona [afredex@pldtdsl.net]

Ernie E. Salting [ipiees@ipi.com.ph] / Web Site: www.ipi.com.phBeware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.409-LB-081402-R

INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS, INC.61-E TImog Ave., South Triangle Diliman, Quezon City

Tel. 926-7427 / 924-2112 / 413-3850 Fax: 416-5298E-Mail: Fe Salting Cadavona [afredex@pldtdsl.net]

Ernie E. Salting [ipiees@ipi.com.ph] / Web Site: www.ipi.com.phBeware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.409-LB-081402-R

CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE - U.S.A.

150 REGISTERED NURSESMale / Female. Nursing Board Passer. At least 1 year current experience in a 100 or more bedcapacity hospital. CGFNS or IELTS Passer an advantage.

100 PHYSICAL THERAPISTSMale / Female. Y2002 & Below Graduates & PT Board Passers. At least 1 year current experiencein a 100 or more bed capacity hospital. TOEFL / TSE Passer with FCCPT or ICD Credentialing.

THE PACKAGE WILL INCLUDE RE-IMBURSEMENT/ DIRECT PAYMENT OF THEFOLLOWING COSTS:> CGFNS / NCLEX Exams > Immigration Filing & Attorney Fees>English qualifying Exams > Airfare to the United States> Visa Screen Certificate > U.S.A State nursing License Application Fee

Do send us an e-mail at focus_intl99@yahoo.com to receive a complete list ofRequirements * RESUME PROTOTYPE / FORMAT & other important reading materials.

Pictures: 4 pcs 2x2 pics white background, 2 pcs passport size pics & 4 pcs 3R Size wholebody pics.

For Family Status kindly present the Birth Certificate & passport copy of your family memberswho will travel with you to the US , Marriage Certificate

*INTERVIEW WITH THE EMPLOYER EVERY WEDNESDAY BY APPOINTMENT* Venue: FOCUS International Office 6 pm – 9 pm

FOCUS INT’L MANPOWERSERVICES

2/F West Wing, Expocraft Int’l Bldg., 1008 Metropolitan Ave., Makati CityT e l. N o.: ( 0 2 ) 8 9 9 4 8 9 5 / E-Mail: focus_intl99@yahoo.com

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.164-LB-062703-R

FOCUS INT’L MANPOWERSERVICES

2/F West Wing, Expocraft Int’l Bldg., 1008 Metropolitan Ave., Makati CityT e l. N o.: ( 0 2 ) 8 9 9 4 8 9 5 / E-Mail: focus_intl99@yahoo.com

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.164-LB-062703-R

NATIONAL RANGES COMPANY(Kuwait)

IN NEEDS OF THE FOLLOWING PERSONNEL:Actual interview by the FOREIGN PRINCIPAL: 6-10 February 06

OLYMPIC SPORTS SHOOTING

RIFLE SHOOTING RANGE SUPERVISOR - Full knowledge with Olympic Sport Shooting.International Rules and Regulations. Will work as shooting referee. Assist with Rifle CoachTraining and Program. In-charge to the entire Rifle Shooting Range.PISTOL SHOOTING RANGE SUPERVISOR - Full knowledge with Olympic Sports Shooting.International Rules and Regulation. Will work as Shooting Referee. Assist with Coach Trainingand Program. In-charge to the entire Pistol Shooting Range.SHOTGUN SHOOTING RANGE SUPERVISOR - Full knowledge with all Shotgun ShootingSports. International Rules and Regulation. Will work as Shooting Referee. Assist with ShotgunCoach Training and Program. In-charge to the entire Shotgun Shooting Range.FIRING RANGE TECHNICIANS - Full knowledge to all Shooting Equipment, Electronicand Mechanically Operated. Full knowledge with Shotgun Shooting Programs RifleShooting.Can manage technical and mechanical works without supervision.SHOTGUN SHOOTING COACH - Olympic Trap, Double Trap, Olympic Skeet and Sporting.RIFLE OLYMPIC DISCIPLINE COACH - Small Bore Free Rifle Prone, Small Bore FreeRifle 3-Position,Small Bore Standard Rifle, Big Bore Free Rifle, Big Bore Standard Rifle andRunning Targets 10m and 50m.PISTOL OLYMPIC DISCIPLINE COACH-Rapid Fire Pistol, Center Fire Pistol, Sport Pistol,Standard Pistol, Free Pistol, Air Pistol, 10m Rapid Air Pistol-Rapid Event and 10m Rapid AirPistol-Standard Event.

SNIPER INTRUCTORSAIRBORNE INSTRUCTORS

COMBAT & SPORTS SHOOTING INSTRUCTORSCOUNTER HIJACKING INSTRUCTORS

MASTER LICENSE/CHIEFMATE LICENSECOUNTER TERRORISTS/CIVIL DISTURBANCES

BOMB DISPOSAL INSTRUCTORS ARMOR TANK PERSONNEL RANGE OFFICERS

CHIEF ENGINEER LICENSE/2nd ENGINEER LICENSEARMOR TANK OPERATORS/INSTRUCTORS

ABOVE POSITIONS MUST BE; College Level,fluent in English both oral &written,preferably five (5) years of experience in the same field and not more than

fifty (45) years old.Interested applicants may submit Two (2) sets of comprehensive Curriculum

Vitae with credentials, 2x2 Photo, or send through email (word format) to:

NATIONAL RANGES COMPANY(Kuwait)

IN NEEDS OF THE FOLLOWING PERSONNEL:Actual interview by the FOREIGN PRINCIPAL: 6-10 February 06

OLYMPIC SPORTS SHOOTING

Our Principal, AL GHALIA COMPANY, WLL., a wellestablished business firm in Bahrain known for their chains of Fine Dining

Restaurants, Cafes, Beach Resort & Women Spa urgently need the ff:

BAKERMALE / FEMALE, 22-30 yrs old, with knowledge in making

baking French Bread, Croissants, Danish etc. minimum 2years experience.

PASTRY ARTIST Male/Female at least 2 yrs exp. Excellent in ART DECO, good

training in the field of baking. Age below 37 yrs.old

URGENTLY NEEDEDPrince Abdullah Establishment in KSA

Tattoo Girl/ Tattoo Beautician- Female, Presentable- At least 3 to 5 years experience in tattooing- Knowledgeable also in other duties of a beauticianMassage Therapist/Beauty Therapist- Female- Knowledgeable in body/beauty treatmentsDressmaker – Cut & Sew- Well experienced, PresentableApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist- Female- Licensed Therapist- 5 years experience & upExercise Teacher- Physical Education teacher/licensed- Well experienced, Can speak English wellMale Cook- Knowledgeable in continental/asian dishes- Well experiencedPersonal Assistant- To work for a Princess- Knowledgeable in care of clothes/fabrics- Well educated/Presentable- Can speak wellAuto Mechanic/Auto Electrician- All around mechanic/electrician- Knowledgeable in American, European and Japanese cars

Pls. contact:

AB INTERNATIONAL PLACEMENTSuite 501 AP Bldg.1563 F. Agoncillo St. Cor. Pedro Gil Sts.

Malate Mla.E-Mail: abintl@pacific.net.ph

Tel No. 523-6268 / 524-6146 / Cellphone: 0919-6291238Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be

Collected

POEA Lic. No.470-LB-032204-R

URGENTLY NEEDED!!!Al- Ahmed Establishment in Kuwait

Mechanical Engineer- 10 years experience in Kuwait in the field of plumbing and Firefighting SystemAircon Engineer- 10 years experience in Kuwait in the field of Aircon worksElectrical Engineer - 10 years experience in Kuwait in the field of Electrical worksEstimation Engineer- For plumbing and firefighting works- 10 years experience in the Gulf countriesQuantity Surveyor- For Plumbing and Firefighting System- 10 years experience in Kuwait preferredDiesel Mechanic- For the Maintenance Department- 10 years experience- Gulf experience preferredElectronic Technician- For Fire Alarm System- 10 years experience- Gulf experience preferredFire fighting System Technician- For the Maintenance Department- 10 years experience- Gulf experience preferredMale Secretary- Knowledge in Microsoft Excel & Word Programs- Gulf experience preferred- 10 years experience

AB INTERNATIONAL PLACEMENTSuite 501 AP Bldg.1563 F. Agoncillo St. Cor. Pedro Gil Sts.

Malate Mla.E-Mail: abintl@pacific.net.ph

Tel No. 523-6268 / 524-6146 / Cellphone: 0919-6291238Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be

Collected

POEA Lic. No.470-LB-032204-R

REZAYAT SPARROW ARABIAN CRANE HIRE CO. LTD.(AL KHOBAR, SAUDI ARABIA)

H.E. MECHANICS- 21 to 45 years old; Secondary graduate, experienced in the generalrepairs of mobile/telescopic cranes. Knowledge with repair and maintenance of diesel orgasoline fed engines, hydraulic, transmission and electrical systems. Can speak English.

CRANE OPERATORS (TELESCOPIC)- 21 to 45 years old; Secondary graduate, experiencedin the general repairs of mobile/telescopic cranes. Ability to operate industrial trucks or tractorsequipped with crane booms or other equipment for lifting materials with hitches for pullingtrailers. Can speak English.

H.E.TECHNICIANS- 21 to 45 years old; Secondary graduate, two years experience asElectrician and repairs of mobile/telescopic cranes. Installs, repairs, or maintains electricenergy equipment by performingelectrical works. Can speak English.

RIGGERS- 21 to 45 years old. Erection of 15 poles a day along the road using pulling engine.Use turning hawk to install pole properly for dressing sling we need to use heavy duty rollerand hard hang line,pulling the cross arm, cross brace and insulator for the stringing. Canspeak English.

LINKSYS IMPEX SDN. BHD.(MALAYSIA)

THERAPISTS (SPA) – Candidate must know the following massage procedures: Shiatsu,Swedish, Aromatherapy, Thai, and Filipino Therapeutic massage.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS, INC.61-E TImog Ave., South Triangle Diliman, Quezon City

Tel. 926-7427 / 924-2112 / 413-3850 Fax: 416-5298E-Mail: Fe Salting Cadavona [afredex@pldtdsl.net]

Ernie E. Salting [ipiees@ipi.com.ph] / Web Site: www.ipi.com.phBeware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.409-LB-081402-R

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NEEDED WORKERS FOR QATAR

VENTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS INT’L. CORP.Suite 116-A Skyfreight Bldg. N. Aquino Ave. Parañaque City 1700

Tel. No. (632) 854-5162 / 851-8886 Fax No. (632) 854-5294E-Mail: venture@pldtdsl.net Website: www.venturemgntsys.com

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be CollectedPOEA Lic. No.523-LB-042104-R

GAMA INDUSTRY ARABIA LTD.REG. #: 100438 10, RIYADH, KSA

(HAWIYAH NGL PROJ)CAD DRAFTSMEN (MECHANICAL) CAMP BOSSCOMPUTER OPERATOR WELDING FOREMENPIPE FITTERS PIPING ENGINEERSPIPING FOREMEN PIPING MANAGERSQC CALIBRATION TECHNICIAN QC ENGINEERSQC EQUIPMENT QC INSULATIONQC LIQ PENETRANT INSPECTORS QC MANAGERSQC MATERIAL RECEIVING INSPECTOR QC PAINTING INSPECTORSQC PIPING QC RTFIQC STEEL STRUCTURE INSPECTOR QC STRUCTURAL INSPECTORSQC WELDING INSPECTORS RIGGERS IRIGGERS II RIGGERS IIISAFETY MANAGERS SAFETY OFFICERSAFETY SUPERVISOR SAFETY WARDENSSCAFFOLDING ENGINEERS SCAFFOLDING FOREMENSTEEL ERECTION CREW LEADERS STEEL ERECTION FOREMENSTRUCTURAL ENGINEERS STRUCTURAL FOREMENTIG WELDERS (STAINLESS STEEL)MATERIAL RECEIVING CREW LEADERPROJ WAREHOUSE MATL RECEIVING ENGRS

APPLICANTS FOR THE ABOVE POSITIONS MUST BE ARAMCO CERTIFIED *

EUREKA Personnel & ManagementServices, Inc. (Since 1978)

1913 Leon Guinto St., Malate, Manila (Bet. Remedios St. & Quirino Ave.)TEL. NOS. 5247886 / 5249241 / 5239942 / 5239943 / 4008438

E-Mail: hrd@eureka.com.ph Website: www.eureka.com.ph

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.515-LB041604-R

(SHOAIBA PROJECT)CRAWLER CRANE OPERATORS PIPE FITTERSMILLWRIGHTS TIG WELDERSBOILER MAKERS STEEL ERECTORSSTRUCTURAL ERECTORS

(NATPET PROJECT)QC INSPECTORS MECHANICAL STRUCTURAL FOREMENQC INSPECTORS PIPING PIPING FOREMENQC INSPECTORS STRUCTURAL PIPING ENGINEERSQC INSPECTORS CIVIL PIPING CHIEFSSAFETY MANAGERS PIPE FITTERSSAFETY WARDEN PIPING ENGINEERSSTRUCTURAL ENGINEERS STEEL ERECTORSCRAWLER CRANE OPERATORS STRUCTURAL ERECTORSMILLWRIGHTS TIG WELDERSBOILER MAKERS

(APPLICANTS FOR THE ABOVE POSITIONS SHOULD HAVE AT LEAST 3-10 YRS. EXP) PLEASE REPORT TO THE ADDRESS ABOVEAT ROOM 102 WITH 2 SETS OF RESUME WITH COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION, 2 PCS. 2X2 ID PICTURES, COMPLETE EMPLOYMENTCERTIFICATES, DIPLOMA (TECH’L/COLLEGE), TRANSCRIPT OF RECORDS, TRAINING OR SEMINAR CERTIFICATES, COPY OFNOC (NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATES) OR COPY OF FINAL EXIT VISA (FROM YOUR PREVIOUS EMPLOYER IN KSA), 1 LONGBROWN ENVELOPE AND OTHER PERTINENT DOCUMENTS.

GAMA INDUSTRY ARABIA LTD.REG. #: 100438 10, RIYADH, KSA

EUREKA Personnel & ManagementServices, Inc. (Since 1978)

1913 Leon Guinto St., Malate, Manila (Bet. Remedios St. & Quirino Ave.)TEL. NOS. 5247886 / 5249241 / 5239942 / 5239943 / 4008438

E-Mail: hrd@eureka.com.ph Website: www.eureka.com.ph

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.515-LB041604-R

ABU DHABI GOLF by SHERATON - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates20 WAITRESS

20 WAITER15 ORIENTAL CHEF

9 PRO SHOP SUPERVISOR8 IRRIGATION FOREMAN

10 LIFEGUARD8 MASON

SHERATON HOTEL- BAHRAIN10 GYM INSTRUCTRESS

10 HEALTH CLUB SUPERVISOR (F)9 RESTAURANT MANAGER (M)15 GUEST SERVICE AGENTS (F)

10 HEALTH CLUB SUPERVISOR (F)

THOMAS BENETTE - Dubai, UAE5 ENGINEERS (with experienced in Aluminum Fabricator)25 FABRICATOR (curtain wall, cladding, doors & windows)

25 ALUMINUM INSTALLER25 SEALANT APPLICATOR

10 AUTOCAD DRAFTSMAN (curtain wall & cladding detailer)10 SURVEYOR (total station) experienced in curtain walls & cladding

-Applicants must have at least 2-3 years experience for the same positionPlease apply in person and bring your two sets of Resume, Employment Cetificate,

Passport copy, 4 pcs. of 2x2 pictures, 3R Wholebody picture (for Hotel Category only) Formore information, please visit our office at Rm. 308 Merchants Bldg.,509 Padre Faura St.,

Ermita Manila or call us at Telephone Nos. 536-2021/536-2022 and 302-2055.

CANA PLACEMENT SERVICESRm. 308 Merchants Bldg.,509 Padre Faura St., Ermita Manila

Telephone Nos. 536-2021/536-2022 and 302-2055.E-Mail: canaplacement@yahoo.com

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be CollectedPOEA Lic. No.

025-LB-012899-NL

QATAR ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION CO.REG. NO. 10060496

SURVEY CONTROL MANAGERS / CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS (MECH) /CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS (LNG TANKS) / PROPOSALS MANAGERS /MANAGERS (ENG) / MANAGERS (SHUTDOWN) / PROJECT MANAGERS

(MECH) / PROJECT MANAGERS (LNG TANKS) / PROJECT QC MANAGERS /CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISORS / SENIOR CONTRACT ENGINEERS /

CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATORS / QC WELDING INSPECTORS / HEAVYEQUIPMENT OPERATORS / CRANE OPERATORS / ELECTRICAL

INSTRUMENTATION & CIVIL WORKS / INVENTORY PLANNER - MECH(ROTATING) / INVENTORY PLANNER - MECH (STATIC) / INVENTORY PLANNER- MECH (INSTRUMENTATION) / QC CIVIL INSPECTORS/ENG / CIVIL ENGINEERS

/ PLANNING ENG (CIVIL) / PLANNING ENG (MECH) / ELECTRICAL ENG /INSTRUMENT ENG / ESTIMATORS / SAFETY OFFICERS / CONSTRUCTION

RIGGERS / INSTRUMENT TECH / INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIANS / COOK /SCAFFOLDING FOREMEN / SCAFFOLDERS / MALE NURSES

Qualifications: All applicants should have at least 3 yrs. experience in their respectivefield for Heavy Equipment Dept. & Energy and Industrial Markets Direct Sales Dept.

URGENTLY NEEDED FOR U.A.E.POEA REGISTRATION NO. 10003934

PRINCIPAL: SEDAR DÉCOR FACTORY LTD.

DRAFTSMAN 20INTERIOR DESIGNER (AUTOCAD/3D MAX) 10CURTAIN DESIGNERS 20CIVIL ENGINEERS 05ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS 05OFFICE CLERKS (DATA ENCODER) 20FINISHING CARPENTERS (FURNITURES) 05ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS 10MACHINISTS 15CURTAIN FIXERS 30UPHOLSTERER 10

REQUIREMENTS:

Original passport, 2 X 2 picture (6 pcs. Colored white background in formal/business attire), Whole body pictures (4 pcs. White background in formal/

business attire, Employment Certificate, School Diploma/transcript of records.

Interested applicants may apply at the above address. Employer will be in town toconduct an interview on February 20-24, 2006

SHFIA INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICESPOEA LIC. 287 - LB - 102303 - R

1780 España cor. R.S. Cristobal St. Sampaloc ManilaTel. No. (02) 712 - 1128 / 741 - 1954

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

HYUNDAI E&C CO. LTD.DUBAI, UAE - REG. NO: 10080478

MECHL SUPERVISORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR POWER BOILER & OTHER PLANT EQUIPMENTMECHL SUPERVISORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR GAS TURBINE & STEAM TURBINE & OTHERPLANT EQPTPIPING SUPERVISORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR PIPING WORKMECHL INSPECTORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR MECHANICAL WORK INSPECTIONPIPING INSPECTORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR PIPING INSPECTIONWELDING INSPECTORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR WELDING QUALITY CONTROLSURVEYORS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR EQUIPMENT FOUNDATION ANCHOR BOLTS CENTERINGPLANT ELECTRICIANS -MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR INSTALL & MAINT. OF ELECTRIC POWERFACILITIESPLANT MECHANICS-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. FOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT & TOOLS MAINTENANCE SUCHAS LIGHT VEHICLES, WELDING MACHINE, AIRCON, ELECTRIC TOOLS ETCFOREMEN-MILL WRIGHT- MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS FOREMAN FOR EACH GTS/STG ANDHRSGFOREMEN-PIPE FITTER-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS FOREMAN FOR PIPING WORKFOREMEN-IRON WORKER-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS F/M FOR BOILER, TANK, STRUCTLSTEEL ETCFOREMEN-RIGGER-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS FOREMANFOREMEN-SCAFFOLDER-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS FOREMANFOREMEN-WELDING-MORE THAN 7 YRS. EXP. & 3 YRS. AS FOREMANMILL WRIGHTS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. FOR GTG, STG, PUMP, COMPRESSOR ETCPIPE FITTERS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. FOR ISO DRAWING INTERPRETATION & PIPING WORKIRON WORKERS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. FOR BOILER, TANK, STRUCTUAL STEELRIGGERS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. FOR HEAVY RIGGINGSCAFFOLDERS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. IN PLANTARC WELDERS (3F & 4F)-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. IN PLANTARC WELDERS (3G)-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. IN PLANTTIG WELDERS (6G)-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. IN PLANTCARPENTERS-MORE THAN 5 YRS. EXP. IN PLANT

EUREKA Personnel & ManagementServices, Inc. (Since 1978)

1913 Leon Guinto St., Malate, Manila (Bet. Remedios St. & Quirino Ave.)TEL. NOS. 5247886 / 5249241 / 5239942 / 5239943 / 4008438

E-Mail: hrd@eureka.com.ph Website: www.eureka.com.ph

Beware of Illegal Recruiters • Manpower Pooling Only • No Fees To Be Collected

POEA Lic. No.515-LB041604-R

FOR HYUNDAI-NIGERIA(URGENT)Scheduling Engineers

QA/QC EngineersCivil Design Engineer

Electrical and Industrial EngineerMechanical EngineerInstrument Engineer

Electrcial and Industrial TechnicianTig WeldersPipe Fitters

Cable Termination/ Electrical Technician

FOR EMEQ & THULATHI-QATARElectrician-Installation

Mechanical Tech-InstallationPipefitter

FOR JEBEL DHANNA RESORT-ABU DHABI, UAETelephone Operator

Guest Service Agent / ReceptionistPool Attendant / Lifeguard

BellboyWaitress / Waiter

Laundry Attendant / PressmanChiller Technician

Sous Chef (Saucier)Barman(knowledge of cocktails)

Accounts Payable Clerk

FOR MAFRAQ HOTEL-ABU DHABILaundry and Kitchen Technician

Hotel Electrician

FOR SPAZIO 77WaiterCooks

FOR MARRIOTT QATAR HOTEL-QATARHousekeeping Manager / Supervisor(urgent)

FOR KEMPINSKI JULAI'A HOTEL & RESORT- KUWAITFront Desk Attendant / Reservationist

Telephone OperatorDriver(Heavy duty License)Housekeeping SupervisorHousekeeping Attendant

Executive Sous ChefChef de Partie

Demi Chef de PartieCommis I

Chief StewardSenior Steward

StewardOutlet Manager

CaptainWaitress / WaiterBusboy / Busgirl

Lifeguard/ Pool & Beach AttendantTroubleshooter with A/C background

Mason

PROMEX, INC.Rm 216 Auro Vir Bldg., 1695 Evangelista St., cor Lacuna St., Bangkal,

Makati City Tel. 7501457 look for IMEE & NELSONE-Mail: prmx@pacific.net.ph / WEBSITE: www.promexph.com.phBeware of illegal recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees to be

collected

POEA Lic. No.513-LB-041604-R

PROMEX, INC.Rm 216 Auro Vir Bldg., 1695 Evangelista St., cor Lacuna St., Bangkal,

Makati City Tel. 7501457 look for IMEE & NELSONE-Mail: prmx@pacific.net.ph / WEBSITE: www.promexph.com.phBeware of illegal recruiters. Manpower Pooling Only. No Fees to be

collected

POEA Lic. No.513-LB-041604-R

Please be informed that we need the following positions in Doha,Qatar under Gulf Spring Trading & Services.

Mechanic, not more than 45 years old, with knowledge in hydraulic,schwing and putzmeister.

Cut & Sew, female, not more than 43 years old, with knowledge ingowns and party dresses.

Interior Designer, with maximum 5 years exp. Knowledge in interiordesign work, shop design, carpentry design, familiar with Auto Cad, 3Dmax.Neon Bender, with experience in neon fabricating.Med. Tech., female, good looking, with at least 2 years experience.

Flower Arranger, male, with knowledge in arranging different kindsof fresh and artificial flowers. Beautician, will work as all around, not morethan 38 years old. Lady Driver, with Phil. License.

POEA Lic.No.384-LB-10290-NL

GOLDEN FUTURE INTERNATIONALMANPOWER AGENCY, INC.

Rm.214 Gedisco Bldg. 1564 A. Mabini St. cor Pedro Gil, Ermita Mla.E-Mail: goldenfture1@yahoo.com

Tel. No. 400-6691 / 404-2687 Fax. 400-6698For manpower pooling only. No fees to be collected. Beware of

Illegal recruiter.

16 February 20-26, 2006 I OFW Guardian