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SM Group Enhances J.O.B.S. Program with Skills Training

8/29/2025

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Story summary

The SM Group is improving its J.O.B.S. program by adding skills training to job fairs to address the skills gap in the Philippines.
In collaboration with TESDA, the initiative offers job seekers employment opportunities alongside essential skills.
Since 2024, over 300 job fairs have been held, aiding more than 180,000 job seekers, with over 24,000 hired immediately.
The program features sector-specific initiatives in supply chain, logistics, and healthcare recruitment.

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Story summary

The SM Group is improving its J.O.B.S. program by adding skills training to job fairs to address the skills gap in the Philippines.
In collaboration with TESDA, the initiative offers job seekers employment opportunities alongside essential skills.
Since 2024, over 300 job fairs have been held, aiding more than 180,000 job seekers, with over 24,000 hired immediately.
The program features sector-specific initiatives in supply chain, logistics, and healthcare recruitment.