A strong tourism industry begins with a strong workforce. In Dumaguete City, the upcoming Local and Overseas Job Fair 2026 at Robinsons Dumaguete demonstrates how employment initiatives can contribute to the development of a skilled and economically active community. Organized by the City Government of Dumaguete through the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) in coordination with TESDA NIR – Negros Oriental, the event provides job seekers with opportunities to connect directly with employers and recruitment agencies.
A Job Fair That Supports Local Economic Growth
Scheduled for August 25, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Main Atrium, Level 1 of Robinsons Dumaguete, the job fair offers both local and overseas employment opportunities. Participants can meet employers, explore different industries, submit applications, and take steps toward their desired careers. This kind of employment activity supports tourism because tourism depends on people working across different sectors, including hospitality, food service, retail, transportation, events, and customer service.
Building Dumaguete’s Tourism Workforce
Tourism is a people-centered industry. Hotels need front-desk staff and housekeeping personnel, restaurants need service workers, travel businesses need tourism professionals, and attractions require employees who can assist and engage visitors. Providing residents with access to employment opportunities helps develop the workforce needed to support Dumaguete's tourism economy.
Connecting TESDA Skills to Career Opportunities
The partnership with TESDA NIR – Negros Oriental also highlights the importance of technical and vocational skills. Training and certification can help job seekers become more prepared for employment in service-oriented industries, many of which are directly connected to tourism and hospitality. Through the job fair, skills development becomes connected to actual employment opportunities, allowing participants to turn their training into potential careers.
