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by Jund Rian A. Doringo


During the Launching of the DOST-TAPI Roadmap and Stakeholders’ Recognition on 13 May 2022 at the Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City, outstanding DOST-TAPI employees received due recognition for their hard work and exceptional performance in 2020 and 2021.

The Institute’s Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE) Committee as well as the Human Resource Section carefully selected the employees who received the Director’s Award for Excellence, Most Innovative Award, Achievers Award, Loyalty Award, and Service Award.

Director’s Award for Excellence Awardees during the Launching of the DOST-TAPI Roadmap and Stakeholders’ Recognition on 13 May 2022 at the Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City

The PRAISE Committee establishes a system of incentives and awards to recognize and motivate employees for their performance and conduct.

Held annually, the said awards give commendation to the valuable contributions of the employees in the operations and overall targets set by the Institute.

“In this room filled with familiar faces, I am overwhelmed by inspiration and hope as we take the new step into endless possibilities and opportunities,” said DOST-TAPI Director, Atty. Marion Ivy D. Decena.

She also mentioned earlier this year during the Unraveling the RISE: Road to Innovative Science and Technology Engagements of DOST-TAPI on 31 January 2022 that, “DOST-TAPI is our home.”

The Most Innovative Award is given to employees who have introduced innovations in the operations of the Institute, making it more efficient and effective.

DOST-TAPI Most Innovative Awardees for 2021

Meanwhile, the Loyalty Award is given to employees who have shown commitment and dedication by staying in the Institute for years, even decades.

Finally, the Director’s Award for Excellence is given to employees who have displayed outstanding achievement, and exceptional performance, dedication and contributions in support of the Institute’s goal.

The following is the complete list of DOST-TAPI awardees for 2020:

Director’s Award for Excellence

Best Division - Invention Development Division

Outstanding Division Chief - Atty. Marion Ivy D. Decena

Outstanding Senior Technical Staff:

    • Engr. Janeth C. Vidal
    • Ma. Theresa A. Sobremisana
    • Eilleen S. Fernando
    • Janice W. Cornel
    • Marissa A. Melosantos

Outstanding Junior Technical Staff: 

    • Glenda C. Rima
    • Rodel R. Oracion
    • Emilie S. Capellan
    • Rizalniño L. Noble
    • Mary Ann S. Nicdao

The following is the complete list of DOST-TAPI awardees for 2021:

Director’s Award for Excellence

Best Division - Invention Development Division

Outstanding Division Chief - Atty. Marion Ivy D. Decena

Outstanding Senior Technical Staff:

    • Mechelle D. Balboa
    • Pierre Sonia S. Dela Corte
    • Engr. Marvin Eric O. Dela Cruz
    • Janice W. Cornel
    • Josephine Q. Reyes

Outstanding Junior Technical Staff:

    • Anna Liza B. Saet
    • Theda Mae S. Dumali
    • Irene Vee E. Pacaba
    • Ramon D. Navarette, Jr.
    • Mildred D. Villanueva

Most Innovative Award

  • Engr. Marvin Eric O. Dela Cruz (DOST-TAPI-wide Awardee)
  • Rodel R. Oracion
  • Richelle C. Malaay
  • Christopher C. Marcelino
  • Rizalniño L. Noble

Achievers Award

  • Silver Medalist, DOST Human Resource Development Program - Christopher C. Gealan
  • Best Oral Defense Presenter Certificate Course for Information Officers - Rizalniño L. Noble
  • UPLB Gandingan Award: Most Development-Oriented Online News Article - Nur Lemuel C. Castillo
  • Third Place in Photography, 2021 Nasser Bin Hamad International Youth Creativity Award - Jana Maureen Z. Jimenez
  • Top Four, 2022 Real Estate Consultant Board Exam - Atty. Norman O. Fumar

Loyalty Award

  • Romeo M. Javate, 30 Years of Service
  • Nora P. Gumia, 25 Years of Service
  • Atty. Marion Ivy D. Decena, 10 Years of Service
  • Engr. Janeth C. Vidal, 10 Years of Service
  • Engr. Rhoalyn C. Gacho, 10 Years of Service
  • Ryan H. Ebron, 10 Years of Service

Service Award

  • Rosemarie L. Olaer (Posthumus Service Award)
  • Mariano L. Nicdao (Retiree)

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