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FRAUD: Your Credit / ATM Card Is Ready To Be Shipped (UK O.C.U Investigation Office)

2013-04-20T10:50:00.000+03:00

Please be informed of the below fraudulent e-mail.

Sender: UK O.C.U Investigation Office

E-Mail: "investigation001@focusedonreturns.com"

Subject: Your Credit / ATM Card Is Ready To Be Shipped

OUR REF: ACPB/ACC/011

YOUR REF: ACPB/CSC/00/847X/UK

Attn: Beneficiary

There is presently a counter claims on your funds that was supposed to be transferred to you through credit/ATM card by one MR. Williams Adam, who came to us trying to make us believe that due to your illness and currently been admitted in the hospital, have made him the beneficiary and even explained that you entered into an agreement with him before your severe sickness. Here comes the big question.

Did you in anyway sign any agreement in favor of (MR. Williams Adam)? He further claimed that you were admitted on the 24/02/2010 and you are not responding to treatment, thereby making him the current beneficiary with his following personal details:

MR. Williams Adam

Address: Ally Bank P.O. Box Philadelphia, Pa. 19101-9811 USA

We shall proceed to issue all payments and credit/ATM card details to the said MR. Williams Adam, if we do not hear from you within the next five working days from today.

In order for you to claim your funds and receive your credit/ATM card, kindly get back to us with your current contact information and we shall direct you to the paying bank, for the transfer or shipment of your credit/ATM card to you.

Your urgent response is needed.

We look forward to hearing your respond and information.

Thanks

Mr. Jackson Gabriel

(Assistance) Chairman

FRAUD E-MAIL : TREAT AS URGENT IMMEDIATELY/ BE CAREFUL OF THE HOODLUMS

2013-04-03T11:09:00.001+03:00

Another fraud...

Sender: Fund Investigation Department "director@hcst.co.in"

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENCY
NIGERIAN INVESTIGATION DEPARTMENT
ANTI-FRAUD UNIT
4TH FLOOR MARY LAND
LAGOS NIGERIA
MOTTO: SECURITY WATCH

FROM THE DESK OF: Mrs Vivian Martins
Deputy: Dr Tony Allens
Tel: +234-8067316969
ATTENTIONN:BENEFICIARY,

RE: BE CAREFUL OF THE HOODLUMS

I am Mrs. Vivian Martins Executive Chairman Nigeria Investigation Department/FBI Investigation department Nigeria, a committee set up by the Federal Government of Nigeria under the able President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. Based on the finding in this investigation department we wish to warn you against some touts. We have been informed that some touts are contacting you in respect to the collection of your fund in the total sum of $35 Million US Dollars that was long approved in your favor through the Eco Bank of Nigeria plc.

As a matter of fact we have been on this investigation assignments for some time codely known to no one but the Presidency and some top government official who are in support of this investigation team to help stop fraudalent activities in this country. There is presently a counter claims on your funds by one MR JOHN SMITH, who is presently trying to make us believe that you are dead and even explained that you entered into an agreement with him, to help you in receiving your fund, So here comes the big question.

We applogise on behalf of the President and the good citizens of Nigeria for any delay and lost this most have coursed you and We promise that such thing will not happen again. And if you are dealing with any one of them regarding this payment we urge you to STOP because you are taking a big risk and you will never find your money because your funds in the total sum $35Million US Dollars is now with the ECO BANK OF NIGERIA PLC a commercial Bank recently approved by the Presidency to fulfil all foreign payments.

Did you sign any Deed of Assignment in favor of (MR JOHN SMITH). thereby making him the current beneficiary with this following account details: MR JOHN SMITH,AC/NUMBER: 6503809428. ROUTING/122006743,B/NAME:CITI BANK, ADDRESS:NEW YORK,USA, we shall proceed to issue all payments details to the said MR JOHN SMITH, if we do not hear from you within the next two working days from today. However, you are advice to get back to us and confirm immediately for us to know if MR. JOHN SMITH is from you or not.

Please note that you have less than 48hrs to get in contact with us,or we will proceed to issue all payments to MR JOHN SMITH.

Considering the circumstances at hand, you are advice not to accept any fax or telephone calls that does not come from this office.Reply to this message immediately and call our office for details.

Thanks for your good understanding and co-operation while we wait for your urgent response.

Best Regards,
Mrs. Vivian Martins.
Chairman NID/FBI Investigation department Nigeria.
Deputy: Mr. Tony Allens
Tel: +234-8067316969

FRAUD E-MAIL: Lotto Max Online Promotion

2013-04-03T11:07:00.000+03:00

Another fraud e-mail.. Just ignore it..

Sender: Lotto Max Online Organization "bshade@csun.edu"

Lotto Max Online Organization®
Fast Wane Inc. 1-3 Floor, 124 Baker Street,
London, England, X7U 6TY.
Email: sysmaxx.2013@msn.com

From Lotto Max Online Organization You've won One Million Great British Pounds in our 10-03-2013 promotional programme. Kindly send: Email: sysmaxx.2013@msn.com

INFORMATI0N REQUESTED:
(A) YOUR FULL NAME:
(B) PHONE NUMBER:
(C) COUNTRY AT PRESENT:
(D) YOUR COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:
(E) OCCUPATION
(F) SEX
(G) AGE

Send all details to sysmaxx.2013@msn.comTell: (+44) 703 191 2174

Sincerely,

(Web-Email Information Manager)

ANOTHER FRAUD EMAIL: FUND REMITTANCE DEPT: SEND YOUR BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS IMMEDIATELY.

2013-04-03T11:03:00.000+03:00

Please ignore this kind of e-mail..

Sender: MR JOHNSON WILLIAMS "director@hcst.co.in"

ECO BANK PLC

PLOT 161, RAUFU TAYLOR CLOSE

OFF ADEOLA ODEKU STREET

VICTORIA ISLAND LAGOS-NIGERIA

TEL/FAX: 234-708-465-5394

OUR REF: RFS/RFD/XX2013

FUND REMITTANCE DEPT

ATTN: APPROVED BENEFICIARY

VALUE AMOUNT: TEN MILLION U.S. DOLLARS ONLY. (US$10,000,000.00).

The Office of the Eco Bank Plc hereby write to confirm to you that we have received Information to release your approved fund US$10,000,000.00 to your designated bank account.

We have Verified The Funds Authenticity, And we have been able to Confirm that the FUND is 100% LEGAL. and the money must be Successfully Confirm In Your Bank Account. And your legally sum of US$10,000.00.00 (Ten Million United States Dollars). We also authenticate the fact that your entitled amount of US$10,000,000.00 is Safe for Immediate remittance to your own designated bank account,

All necessary official requirements has been finalized in your favour and the Remittance Director of this the Eco Bank, shall communicate with you with Great Success within the Next few hours once you comply fastly with this instruction given in this letter.

THE INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROGRAMMED IN OUR WIRE SYSTEM SCHEDULE "TTC" FOR FINAL REMITTANCE OF YOUR FUND.

TO NOTARIZE YOUR FILE AND CERTIFY YOUR FUND FOR REMITTANCE, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO SEND YOUR BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS, YOUR FULL NAME AND TELEPHONE NUMBERS TO THIS OFFICE OF THE ECO BANK IMMEDIATELY. AT THE RECEIPT OF YOUR BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS, WE WILL NOTARIZE YOUR FILE, CERTIFY YOUR FUND FOR IMMEDIATE REMITTANCE AND CREDIT YOUR NOMINATED ACCOUNT WITHIN 24 HOURS.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, PLEASE ASK.

THANK YOU.

BEST REGARDS,

MR. JOHNSON WILLIAMS

REMITTANCE OFFICER.

Another E-Mail Fraud : Job Hiring (SKY Oil and Gas Co. UK)

2013-03-25T09:55:00.002+03:00

Please be advised that the below e-mail is another scam. If you receive such email, just ignore or delete it and don't provide any personal information or communicate with the sender.

SUBJECT: JOB APPLICATION SKY OIL GAS UK COMPANY

Sender: Sky Recruitment UK under the e-mail address (preskalinvestment@gmail.com)

RECRUITMENT AGENCY: Sky Oil & Gas Company

Attn: EMPLOYEE

This is to inform you that SKY OIL AND GAS in London is presently
recruiting new qualified expert rates into the under listed
departments; interestingly most of our clients are not actively

Looking for a new job, but are keen to consider the right opportunity
based on the current accreditation in their individual careers.

DETAILS:

SKY OIL AND GAS COMPANY LONDON; with the mandate to recruit qualified
professionals in the Engineering and other sector for the fulfillment
of the requirements of (Sky Oil and Gas) in London as contained in the
gazette on the oil states monitory accommodation and absorbed by the
federal Monitory allotment of the GREAT BRITAIN, LONDON, we seek to
write your consent after recommendation from our
Labor consultants based on recent Engineer consolidations and
increased Engineering system in GREAT BRITAIN LONDON.(SKY OIL AND GAS)
intends to invite prime experienced Professionals, capable of
rendering expertise assistance in the categories alphabetically
listed below:

1) Architect Engineering

2) Marine Engineering

3) Mechanical Engineering

4) Electrical Engineering

5) Electronics-Telecommunication Engineering

6) Surveying Engineering

7) Aerospace Engineering / Aircraft Maintenance

8) Project Manager / Admin Manager

9) Computer Engineering

10) Accountant / Finance Manager

11) Drilling Engineering

12) Civil Engineering

13) Petroleum Engineering

14) Sales / marketing Manager

15) Auto cad engineering

16) Top Controller

17) Doctor/Nurse

18) Regional Manager

19) Petroleum Engineering

20) Technical Training Engineering

21) Service Man / Helper

Entitlement, Compensation and Benefits packages include; A very
attractive net salary paid in Pounds, Sterling or Dollar equivalent
depending on employee home country and currency preference.

. Quality single or family housing accommodation in secured environment.
. Free medical care and attention in London for employee and family.
. Excellent educational assistance benefits with family status employment.
. Paid airfares allowing full flexibility on holiday travel.
. Personal effects shipment and excess baggage allowances.

Full access to most of the finest and social recreational facilities
in LONDON on duty free days.

CONTRACT DURATION:
Level 1: 24 Months, (Two Year) and renewable only on satisfactory
performance by employee.

Level 2: Full time
Interested candidates must have not less than 2 years experience in
their relevant areas of specialization and should forward their
resumes/CV with verifiable reference(s) as word attached document:
skysrecruitment@yahoo.co.uk

Interested candidates are also required to contact our London Local
Office strictly for the Purpose of this project and filled the below
information.

CONTACT:

Dr. Harrison Parker
Human Resources Manager.
Sky Oil & Gas Co.,

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2012-12-26T12:15:00.002+03:00

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Another E-mail Fraud (Libyan Investment Project)

2012-10-05T23:58:00.000+03:00

Beware of the below e-mail. If you receive the same, just delete and don't make any means of communication. (posted as received)

Title: INVESTMENT PROJECT
Sender's E-mail: chiefengrsalimomar@yahoo.com

Sender's Name: Chief Engr Salim Omar

Dear Sir

Greetings to you, after going through your information on my cable network, I concluded to unfold my present situation to you believing that this will bring to us a very good business relationship. In my explanation, I am Chief Engr Mr. Salim .A. Omar, 58 years old a full fledge citizen of Libya (North Africa), handling the portfolio as the government adviser on oil policies for many years ago in my country'

recently, many portfolios to the government of my country encountered unexpected dissolved from the authority, which I was affected. I am residing in London with family after the regime war in my country.

As the authority operate in systems of services in my country and enhance some policies which I do not see it favorable as it doesn't warrant personnel's like myself to invest privately in my country, I had made up my mind to move into foreign investment with my fortune, which I labored for, during my service terms, Seeking for your kindly understanding to secure my money in your care and invest in your country as partners.

Whereby I had already package and deposited my whooping sum of (Five, Million Five Hundred Thousand United State Dollar's) US $5,500.000.00 USD, as instructed to me by my bank (United Bank for Africa) to their affiliated bank in (London) united kingdom for safe keeping and to enable me move my money out of the country safely for foreign investment, expecting your compliance for me to transfer my money to your country in respect of business partnership. This transaction will only take us six banking days because as a government personal, I know what to do to move the fund into your country without any delay.

There is no risk involved as I have put all modalities in place to see the success of this project; your urgent attention is highly needed. Do contact me on my private E mail chiefengrsalimomar@yahoo.com

yours faithfully

Chief Engr Mr. Salim .A .Omar

BEWARE: Another Scam using Western Union

2011-12-17T14:45:00.001+03:00

Please be advised that the below e-mail is a scam. If you happen to recieve a similar e-mail, disregard it and don't send any amount as asked in the e-mail.

From: Western Union "info@massage.com"
To:
Sent: Saturday, 17 December 2011, 13:34
Subject: Reminder

Attention: Beneficiary,

I write to inform you that we have already sent your First USD$5000.00 dollars through Financial Western union as we have been given the mandate to transfer your full Winning payment total sum of $1.200.000,00 USD,via western union by Financial Payment Centre Nigeria Lagos.

Now I email you the MTCN and sender name so that you will pick up this USD5000.00 to enable us send another USD5000.00 today as you know we will be sending you only USD5000.00 per day, remember the Only money you are to send to them is Activation of Your Tax rate of the total fund before you pick first payment ,The Tax Rate cost $200.00

Urgent pick up this information and run to western union to pick up the US5000.00 and call Mr. Peter Eric back to send you another payment today His direct Phone: +2348091815592 Emai: (payoutwestern.union.dept203@hotmail.com) call or email Him Make sure you send them the only $200.00 for the Tax Rate of the total fund before pick the $5000,
Here is the western union information to pick up the USD5000.00;

There are sum text missing in the mtcn because its not safe/ and you must first remit the required money sum of money for the tax rate activation of $200.00.

Sender---------------- LINDA DORNEY
MTCN---------------47070779==
Text Question----------IN GOD
Answer------------WE TRUST
Amount------------$5000,

Remember to call on Mr.Peter Eric The Western Union Suppervisor for him to send another $5000 and Remember to ask him where you can send the $200.00 for the Tax Rate, We are waiting for your call once you pick up this USD5000.00, Please email us your direct telephone number because we need to be calling you once we send any payment for the confirmations.

Thank,Remember to email Him through this email; payoutwestern.union.dept203@hotmail.com
Meanwhile This is the Information which you can use to send them the Tax Rate activation of $200.00 before you pick up the first payment ok, Go to Western union and send the $200.00 to enable your first $5000 be valid as soon as they activated it

1.RECEIVER NAME:===== Rawlings Edobor
Address: ………….Nigeria
City: ………….Lagos
Question: ………….Who is great
Answer: ……………GOD
AMOUNT:=====USD$200.00
MTCN======
SENDER'S NAME=====

MAKE SURE YOU FORWARD THE MTCN CONTROL NUMBER TO US AND SENDER'S NAME, ONCE YOU SEND THE MONEY ALSO SEND US YOUR PHONE NUMBER TO ENABLE US COMMUNICATE WITH YOU WHEN SENDING YOUR PAYMENT.

MRS AMY NORTHCUTT

FRAUD/SCAM JOB ALERT : Leslie D. Holt (UNISON)

2011-11-19T11:54:00.001+03:00

Received below e-mail today. Please be advised that this is not a genuine offer and is form of fraud or scam.

From: UNISON
To:
Sent: Thursday, 17 November 2011, 16:44
Subject: ***JOB AVAILABLE***
Dear Applicant,

This is to inform you that Jobs are currently available in the all Functional Areas.

You are advise to fill our job application form if you want your application to be review. Kindly take not that you are only require to fill the form NOT send your CV as it won't be accepted.

DOWNLOAD THE ATTACHMENT for application form,print out,FILL WITH PEN and make sure to return within two (2) business day.

Your Reference Number: UNI/29/8723W Kindly fill on your application form and return filled form via e-mail.

Your sincerely,
Leslie D. Holt
Coordinator.

UNISON
1 Mabledon Place
London WC1H 9AJ,
United Kingdom

Hours:
Mon-Fri 6am–12pm
Sat 9am–4pm
Sun Closed

At first look the e-mail address of the sender seems legitimate.

But try hitting the "Reply" button. The original sender's e-mail address will show.

Also, please be cautious of the attached file. Don't attempt to download the attachment it may containt a virus that can harm your PC or some kind of a file to perform phising on your computer. Mark the e-mail as Spam to have the e-mail address be listed as Spam source and delete it on your Spam folder.

Philippine Embassy in Riyadh introduces Appointment System for e-Passport

2011-09-10T09:08:00.002+03:00

Starting 04 September 2011, the Embassy will start implementing the appointment system and only applicants with confirmed appointments will be accepted. Only those with prior appointments will be processed and encoded.

The new appointment system is free of charge and the applicants may enlist themselves directly through either one of the following ways:

· By e-mail to epptappt@philembassy-riyadh.org indicate the full name, contact number and preferred time and date for appointment

· By SMS (text) to 0560503895 indicating the full name and preferred time and date for appointment.

· Family applicants must indicate all the names of its members. Otherwise only one slot would be provided to them.

Applicant should make an appointment at least 3 days before his/her intended day of personal appearance in the Embassy.
Applicant can request an appointment date and time.
Applicant will be informed of the date and time of appointment.
If the appointment is not confirmed, the applicant must request for another appointment.
The applicant should be at the Embassy at least 15 minutes before the appointment for personal appearance.
Late comers will be entertained after finishing all applicants who came on time.

The Embassy is open Saturdays to Wednesdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Thursdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon except on regular Philippine and Saudi holidays.

Be ready with the requirements

Requirements for e-Passport renewal:

Personal appearance
Original old passport
Photocopy of old passport (data page only)
Duly accomplished passport application form that can be downloaded from the Embassy website: www.philembassy-riyadh.org or obtained from Window 1 of the Consular Section or at the Information Desk at the Embassy lobby (no photo needed)

What to do on your appointment date

Come to the Embassy at least 15 minutes before the appointment time.
Proceed directly to the encoding Area for encoding
After encoding, proceed to Window 6 (Cashier) for payment. (Renewal : 240.00 SAR)

For complete details please visit the below link:

Source: Appointment System for e-Passport

Note: To all the readers/commenter I just want to clarify that I'm not working nor affiliated with Philippine Embassy here in Riyadh. So, if you have any appointments and/or inquiry please coordinate directly using the contacts indicated above. Thank you..

SCAM ALERT : WINNING FROM Online Balloting System

2011-09-10T08:54:00.000+03:00

Please be warned of the below scam e-mail:

Sender: millicent cook (millicook@gmail.com)

Anti-Terrorist And Monetary Crimes Division
FBI Headquarters In Washington, D.C.
Federal Bureau Of Investigation
J. Edgar Hoover Building
935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20535-0001

Attn:Dear Winning ,

This is to Officially inform you that it has come to our notice and we have thoroughly completed an Investigation with the help of our Intelligence Monitoring Network System that you legally won the sum of $900,000.00 USD from a Lottery Company outside the United States of America. During our investigation we discovered that your e-mail won the money from an Online Balloting System and we have authorized this winning to be paid to you via a Certified Cashier's Check.

Normally, it will take up to 3 business days for an International Check to be cashed by your local bank. We have successfully notified
this company on your behalf that funds are to be drawn from a registered bank within the United States Of America so as to enable
you cash the check instantly without any delay, henceforth the stated amount of $900,000.00 USD has been deposited with Bank Of America.

We have completed this investigation and you are hereby approved to receive the winning prize as we have verified the entire transaction to be Safe and 100% risk free, due to the fact that the funds have been deposited at Bank Of America you will be required to settle the following bills directly to the Lottery Agent in-charge of this transaction whom is located in Lagos, Nigeria. According to our
discoveries, you were required to pay for the following -

(1) Deposit Fee's ( Fee's paid by the company for the deposit into an American Bank which is - Bank Of America )

(2) Cashier's Check Conversion Fee ( Fee for converting the Wire Transfer payment into a Certified Cashier's Check )

(3) Shipping Fee's ( This is the charge for shipping the Cashier's Check to your home address and this fee includes Insurance)

The total amount for everything is $285.00 We have tried our possible best to indicate that this $285.00 should be deducted from your
winning prize but we found out that the funds have already been deposited at Bank Of America and cannot be accessed by anyone apart from you the winner, therefore you will be required to pay the required fee's to the Agent in-charge of this transaction via Western
Union Money Transfer Or Money Gram. In order to proceed with this transaction, you will be required to contact the agent
in-charge ( MR. JAMES OLAWALE) via e-mail. Kindly look below to find appropriate contact information:

CONTACT AGENT NAME: MR. JAMES OLAWALE
E-MAIL ADDRESS: barristerjames_olawale@yahoo.com Or
barrjamesolawale@hotmail.com
You will be required to e-mail him with the following information:
FULL NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
STATE:
ZIP CODE:
DIRECT CONTACT NUMBER:

You will also be required to request Western Union Money Transfer or Money Gram details on how to send the required $285.00 in order to immediately ship your prize of $900,000.00 USD via Certified Cashier's Check drawn from Bank Of America, also include the following transaction code in order for him to immediately identify this transaction : EA2948-91090.

This letter will serve as proof that the Federal Bureau Of Investigation is authorizing you to pay the required $285.00 ONLY to MR. JAMES OLAWALE via information in which he shall send to you, if you do not receive your winning prize of $900,000.00 we shall be held responsible for the loss and this shall invite a penalty of $3,000 which will be made PAYABLE ONLY to
you (The Winner).
Washington DC FBI.
Room, 7367
J. Edgar Hoover Building
935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20535-0001

NOTE: In order to ensure your check gets delivered to you ASAP, you are advised to immediately contact MR. JAMES OLAWALE via contact information provided above and make the required payment of $285.00 to information in which he shall provide to you.

Yours Truly,
The Director,
Mr. Millicent Cook
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION FBI.

WARNING!!! WESTERN UNION Scam

2011-07-13T17:01:00.001+03:00

Just receive another scam e-mail today. Please be informed that the below e-mail is a SCAM:

From: Western Union Notificaion "garth.goss@tesco.net"
Subject: Dear Western Union Customer

Dear Western Union Customer,

You have been awarded with the sum of $500,000.00 US Dollars
by our office, as one of our customers who use Western Union in their daily business transaction. Please provide Mr. James Williams with your contact details so that your fund will be remitted to you through Western Union immediately.

As soon as these details are received and verified, your fund will be transferred to you. Thank you, for using western union.

Name: Mr. James Williams
Emails: fastservicesuperdelivery@w.cn

Tel: +44-704-579-1232
CALL WESTERN UNION OFFICE NOW Tel:+44-704-579-1232

If you happend to receive a similar e-mail, just ignore it and don't provide any personal details..

WARNING !!! FAKE JOB OFFER : JOB VACANCY IN RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT LONDON

2011-05-25T09:56:00.006+03:00

Just received another scam/fake e-mail today. Please be advised that the below job offer is fake and is a scam e-mail. Ignore the e-mail and don't make any other form of communication with the sender. Most importantly, don't give any amount of money.

SUBJECT: JOB VACANCY IN RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT LONDON- UK/SEND YOUR CV RESUME

Sender: "Radisson Hotel and Resort,London" careers@roseclothings.com
CC: amits1407@rediffmail.com

Hello Dear Job Applicant,

The managements of RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT LONDON- UK, wish to
inform you that there is job vacancy at RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT
LONDON-UK,from 01-05-2011 end in 02-07-2011.

RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT LONDON-UK,is one of the leading and largest
Hotels in United Kingdom,and have required the services of the below
listed job position.

PLEASE SEE JOB AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR REFERENCE.

1. BODY GUARDS/ BOUNCER. 2. COMPUTER CONTROL UNITS. 3. ASSISTANT
RESTAURANT MANAGER. 4. LAUNDRY SUPERVISOR. 5. ACCOUNTS MANAGER. 6.
STAFF ENGINEER'S CONTROL UNITS. 7. ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE MANAGER. 8.
STOCKS SUPERVISOR.a 9. STOCKS KEEPERS. 10. FRONT OFFICE MANAGER. 11.
SALES ATTENDANTS. 12. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER. 13. CHIEF COMPUTER
OPERATOR. 14. SALES MANAGER. 16 CLEANERS. 17. HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR.
18. CAR HIRE ATTENDANTS. 19 GARDNER. 20. WAITERS/WAITRESS. 21.
SECURITY BOTH MALE AND FEMALE WITH ONE YEAR EXPERIENCE. 22. SPECIAL
ASSIGNED DRIVERS. 23. LAUNDRY OPERATOR. 24. ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR OF
HOUSEKEEPING. 25. HAIR DRESSERS. 26. BARBER. 27. BUTCHERS. 28. BAKERS.
29. COOK. 30. TECHNICIAN. 31. CASHIER. 32. DOCTORS AND NURSE.

If interested in any of the above listed job positions, you may call
on +447014239577or email us at rhsl.recruits@gmail.com and indicate
your prefer job position from any of the above listed job position for
further discussions.

Note:RADISSON HOTELS AND RESORT LONDON- UK, will take care of your
traveling flight ticket,accommodation and express visa fee. Looking
forward to your early response and also you are to send your CV RESUME TO rhsl.recruits@gmail.com

Best wishes,

Mrs Rita Harry
Recruitment Manager
Radisson Hotel and Resort,London
United Kingdom
Website:http://www.radissonblu.co.uk

Obviously, from the sender's e-mail address you can already determine that this is FAKE and is another type of SCAM. The Job offer is coming from a hotel but the domain of the e-mail address is from a clothing company ... Also, the e-mail address given where you will send the response is from the "gmail" (rhsl.recruits@gmail.com). No such legitimate company (with a name) will ever use a generic/public domain of e-mail address for a company related matters.

NCC Job - Scam Email from Patterson Gordon

2011-05-21T09:18:00.001+03:00

Please be informed that the below e-mail concerning a Job position in NCC (Nigerian Communication Commission) is a Scam. Ignore any request from this guy and don't ever give or pay a single cent.

From: Patterson Gordon

Attention:

Job reference number: NCC/FDP/NIG1-29-07 www.ncc.gov.ng

Your Resume befits our employment requirement and NCC seek to employ your service as described within the success letter..

For the provision of ensuring growth in pursuit to create effective results in the entire programs of the NCC as stipulated in the following act of the prototype contract documents which embodies the approved terms and conditions for the purpose of this contract job placement.

Once again on the above subject matter, the entire management of the
Nigerian communication commission [NCC] hereby congratulates you on your success as one of the successful employee.

DESIGNATION:
COMPUTER OPERATOR OFFICER
JOB LOCATION ABUJA NIGERIA
START DATE:20TH/06/2011
SALARY: sum USD 23,980,.00 (twenty Three Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty Dollars only)

monthly or Euros equivalent depending on employee’s home country.

Note that after fulfillment of Nigerian Immigration form,other documents paper work

hard-copies will be posted to you via DHL EXPRESS after your Immigration residential working permits are obtained.

upon your speedy reply we will provided you with the immigration applicant forms and you are advised to complete the immigration form by following the directives as contained in the immigration forms and endeavor to return the complete immigration form to enable us submit form on your behalf. to prove your readiness all immigration charges are in the responsibility of employee, and it will be reimbursed after five days of your duty in our office.

Call us urgently Tel:234-70-65754101

After speaking with you on phone,we will send the below following Nigerian Immigration form Terms of agreement

Yours Sincerely

Patterson Gordon
Job Recruiter
Nigerian communication commission
Head Office
Plot 432, Aguisi Ironsi Way
Maitaima,
Abuja,
Federal Capital Territory.
Tel:234-70-65754101
Email:ncc@mail2expert.com

Anonymous Saudi offers air tickets to stranded Filipinos

2011-05-09T10:01:00.000+03:00

Just got this article from Arabnews (www.http://arabnews.com/saudiarabia/article388922.ece)

Anonymous Saudi offers air tickets to stranded Filipinos

By ARAB NEWS

Published: May 9, 2011 00:22 Updated: May 9, 2011 00:22

JEDDAH: An anonymous Saudi man has offered to pay for the costs to repatriate stranded Filipinos who have been camping outside the Philippine Consulate in Jeddah for the past two weeks.

According to Migrante-Middle East, an alliance of Filipino migrants group providing assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in difficult circumstances, the Saudi was shocked at conditions in the camp when he visited it on Friday and heard from the group’s leaders of their plight.

For the past three months, over a thousand stranded OFWs including wives and children have been forced to stay in “temporary” accommodation at Madinatul Hujjaj (pilgrim camp) at Jeddah port, paid for by the consulate. Initially, they were told they would be repatriated by April. Two weeks ago, angry at the non-appearance of promised tickets from the Foreign Ministry in Manila and the necessary paperwork to leave, some 200 of them built a makeshift camp outside the consulate to pressurize Filipino diplomats into faster action.

Migrante’s regional coordinator, John Leonard Monterona, said that the Saudi man, who requested anonymity, had asked the stranded Filipinos to submit a list of those who already had travel documents. The anonymous benefactor is quoted as saying that he was particularly “worried about the situation of the children and women staying at the camp as the temperature is rising and summer approaching.”

On Saturday, the day after his visit to the camp, the man sent his staff to make a list of the stranded. Initially 72 names were given. “He is willing to purchase 120 tickets and we are closely coordinating with his staff,” Monterona said.

“This kindhearted Saudi national understands the deplorable situation of the stranded OFWs. He had seen them in their tents,” Monterona said, adding a barbed attack on the efforts of Filipino officials. “He has a big heart and a greater genuine concern for our stranded OFWs than our embassy and consular officials.”

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2011-03-09T08:46:00.002+03:00

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10 Most Popular Jobs and What They Pay - PayScale.Com

2011-03-03T07:54:00.000+03:00

Just want to share this article from "PayScale". This survey is based on US market..

10 Most Popular Jobs and What They Pay

By Bridget Quigg

Do you know someone who enjoys their job? Maybe they even look forward, a bit, to going to work? Believe it or not, this reality does exist. Certain jobs are simply more “popular,” meaning that the people who do them feel good about where they put their time and energy each working day.

To figure out which jobs are the “popular” ones, online salary and career database PayScale.com recently conducted a survey and asked workers about their job satisfaction. Below is a list of the 10 jobs that made the top of the list and what they pay each year, according to PayScale.com.

1. Operating Room Registered Nurse

Median annual salary: $61,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 81%

It’s easy to imagine why this job would be satisfying. You’re in the middle of an essential, possibly life-saving effort, playing the key role of controlling bleeding, handing over instruments and suturing incisions, all while working with a team of dedicated, smart, hard-working people. That sounds like a good way to spend your time. There are several routes to becoming a registered nurse – through a bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree and through diploma programs – and this job is in high demand.

2. Physical Therapist

Median annual salary: $69,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 80%

Once again, here’s another caring profession with great job growth potential. Physical therapists help people recover basic movement after surgeries, injuries, illnesses and ailments of all kinds. Often referred to as PTs, physical therapists work in hospitals, out-patient clinics and private offices. The work can be physically demanding and also requires smarts and people skills. PTs must complete both bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, fulfill their state’s requirements for licensure and pass a national exam.

3. Environmental Engineer

Median annual salary: $63,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 80%

In this helping professional, you help the earth. People who are passionate about keeping our air clean and our waters swimmable get to work on those goals every day. This job can require on-site research of outdoor areas and collecting samples, then going back to the office to do research, design solutions, write up proposals and negotiate project schedules and budgets. Environmental engineers must have a bachelor’s degree at least, while further education can help job prospects. This is a career with high growth potential.

4. Athletic Trainer

Median annual salary: $39,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 79%

When you hear “athletic trainer” you may think of a meathead with a clipboard and a whistle. That’s not even close. Athletic trainers are highly skilled health professionals recognized by the American Medical Association as allies in the effort to prevent and treat injuries for people of all ages. Plus, they get to work at football fields, gyms, swimming pools and ski resorts to help athletes meet their goals. Sound fun? You’ll need a bachelor’s degree at the least, but a master’s degree to be competitive. You will also need to pass exams for licensure and continue to take regular exams to keep your certificate throughout your career.

5. Dietitian

Median annual salary: $49,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 78%

Food. It’s fun and makes us happy so who wouldn’t want to talk about it all day? “I get to understand not only how food affects numerous aspects of health, but get to peek into the world of medications, anatomy and physiology,” says Pam Dick, a registered dietician who works at Kittitas Valley Community Hospital and Yakima Valley Community College in Washington State. From diabetes prevention to weight maintenance, dieticians help all kinds of patients. To get this gig, you must complete a bachelor’s degree, as well as gain licensure and a certification, depending on which state you plan to practice in. Master’s degrees are common and improve job prospects.

6. Elementary School Teacher

Median annual salary: $41,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 78%

Guiding and inspiring our future astronauts, authors, acrobats and mathematicians sounds like a worthwhile effort. Elementary school teaching offers a combination of emotional and intellectual challenges, like getting a scared child to speak in front of their peers or designing a science class that really sparks students’ curiosity. Elementary school teaching is certainly demanding and known for not being well paid for the amount of work required. But, for those who take the time to complete an undergraduate degree in teaching, pass their exams and get into this career, it’s worth all the effort. Master’s degrees improve earnings and job opportunities.

7. Intelligence Analyst

Median annual salary: $69,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 76%

Intelligence analysts work with police, armed forces and other clients to collect, verify, analyze and utilize confidential information, including maps, images, audio files and documents. They research and prepare reports that help organizations’ strategize and plan their next steps. This job sounds like the stuff that movies are made of. And, working with all of that top-secret information must mean you’re working on something that feels important, and that can be very satisfying. The job requires a degree in criminology or a related field, as well as on-the-job training. Greater expertise and specialization can improve job opportunities.

8. Computer Networking / IT Systems Engineer

Median annual salary: $70,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 75%

If you love computers and problem solving, but also don’t mind talking to people, you could be happy as a network engineer. There must be great satisfaction in designing, setting up, testing, modeling and improving the computer network of a company or school, or even the voicemail system for a worldwide organization. A bachelor’s degree is needed to be an engineer, but added years of experience and a master’s degree are common among the most sought-after systems engineers.

9. Dental Hygienist

Median annual salary: $68,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 74%

It makes sense that making people’s smiles brighter has you feeling pretty good at the end of the day. Dental hygienists have a great deal of expertise and spend a lot of time teaching their patients how to care for their teeth. Hygienists also assist with more complicated dental procedures, like administering anesthesia or removing sutures. A high school diploma and test scores are needed to get into dental hygiene school, though some schools require a year of college, as well. Then, a state licensing exam gets you working.

10. Technical Writer

Median annual salary: $56,000

People in this job who are satisfied: 71%

Technical writing is also a helping profession. Technical writers have the expertise and ability to take a very complicated subject and make it more understandable for their reading audience. Whether they have to explain the steps to building a back deck or summarize a complicated study of animal behavior, technical writers’ skills get put to the test. Most technical writers have bachelor’s degrees, but a degree in a technical field can also be useful. You need to have high attention to detail and, hopefully, some curiosity and expertise about your topic.

Source: All salary and satisfaction data is from PayScale.com. The salaries listed are median, annual salaries for full-time workers in the United States with 5-8 years of experience and include any bonuses, commissions or profit sharing.

Questions and Answers for OFW-Members on the PAG-IBIG/HDMF Mandatory Coverage under R.A. 9679 - Part 2

2011-02-06T11:15:00.000+03:00

This is the continuation of my previous post.

Q: Is my foreign employer required to give counterpart contributions?

No, a foreign employer is not required to provide counterpart contributions unless he or she wants to.

Q: Can a member contribute more than the required amount?

Yes, a member may contribute more than what is prescribed under the law. In fact, it is very much advantageous to a member to contribute more as this means a higher amount of savings upon maturity. Again, these savings are government-guaranteed and tax-free.

Q. When can a Pag-IBIG member registered under the Mandatory Coverage (Pag-IBIG I), withdraw his contributions?

A member may claim his Total Accumulated Value (TAV) after 20 years of membership with the Fund and after having made a total of 240 monthly contributions.

Meanwhile, 10,154 members benefit from the short-term loan program daily to pay tuition fees, hospital bills, appliance purchases, minor home repairs and for small business capital.
All working Filipinos, whether they are employed locally or abroad, deserve to have equal access to these benefits. Hence, Pag-IBIG membership has been made mandatory for OFWs to give them the same opportunity to save and fulfill their dreams of owning a home.

Q: What are the benefits of being a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund?

A Pag-IBIG member will enjoy the following benefits:

Savings.

The contributions that an OFW member makes are credited to his Total Accumulated Value (TAV) or savings which are fully guaranteed by the national government.

The member’s savings earn annual dividends that are tax-free. The dividend rate varies depending on the net income of the Fund at yearend. For 2009 Pag-IBIG declared P8.5 billion in total dividends, giving members a dividend rate of 5% on their savings.

Pag-IBIG savings are also portable, meaning, these remain in the name of a member even if he transfers employers, works abroad or becomes self-employed or even unemployed.

Short-Term Loans.

A member is entitled to borrow short-term loans offered by the Fund to help address immediate financial needs.

Housing Loan.

A member of good standing may avail of a Pag-IBIG home financing loan from the Fund with some of the lowest interest rates in the market, and repayment terms of up to 30 years. Pag-IBIG housing loans offer low monthly amortizations, making it possible for even low-salary employees to benefit from the program.

Housing loans may be used for the purchase of fully developed lot within a residential area not exceeding 1,000 square meters; purchase of a residential house and lot, townhouse or condominium unit; construction or completion of a residential unit on a lot owned by the member; home improvement or for refinancing an existing loan.

Q: Should the existing members of the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program (POP) still register under the Mandatory Coverage?

Yes. All existing members of the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program (POP) are required to register, even if they are already voluntary members.

Existing POP members have the option to discontinue or continue their voluntary membership with Pag-IBIG under the membership term that they specified. Should a POP member opt to continue his voluntary membership, he is still required to contribute a minimum of P100 for his mandatory membership effective January 2010. Otherwise, Pag-IBIG will deduct from any contribution received his P100 monthly contribution to cover his mandatory coverage.

POP members who choose to discontinue their voluntary membership may withdraw their total savings at the end of the membership term they specified upon registration.

Q: How can OFWs register under the Mandatory Coverage?

OFWs may register through the different Pag-IBIG desks located at the Philippine Embassies/Consulates in key cities abroad. They may also register directly at the Pag-IBIG office located at the 6th Floor Justine Building, Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City (beside Land Bank). Members can also register through any of the Pag-IBIG Fund offices in the Philippines, Pag-IBIG Satellite Office at the POEA and NAIA, and selected accredited collecting banks abroad including PNB, Metrobank and IREMIT Global Remittances Inc.

Q: What is the registration procedure for existing voluntary POP members who have already registered?

All existing members of the Fund will update their records via submission of the Member’s Data Form (downloadable at the Pag-IBIG Fund website, www.pagibigfund.gov.ph). They will also update their records in case of changes in their personal information.

Q: If an existing Pag-IBIG member will register as an OFW, what will happen to his/her previous contributions?

Pag-IBIG will simply merge the contribution records under his/her new membership as an OFW. All previous contributions will be counted and included in his total savings including previous contributions made by the member under Pag-IBIG I (Mandatory Coverage), prior to his registration in the POP. This is no different from a member moving to another company—an advantage of the portability of Pag-IBIG savings. A member is always assured that his total savings are safe, secure, and available for his withdrawal upon maturity or other valid grounds.

Q: How much is the contribution rate?

The contribution rate for all mandatory members, including OFWs will be as follows:

You can view Part 1 HERE

You can download the complete document HERE (in PDF format)

24 Hour Hotlines and Contacts of Philippine Embassy and POLO in Saudi Arabia

2011-02-04T23:34:00.000+03:00

As per advisory from Philippine Embassy in KSA, below are the numbers you may contact beyond the regular hours and for some emergency matters:

Last Updated on Tuesday, 25 January 2011 09:53

The Embassy wishes to advise all Filipinos in the Kingdom of the following contact numbers after regular working hours or from 4PM to 8AM and on weekends:

The Embassy’s Assistance to Nationals Section	056 989 3301	For police and detention cases, death, and other emergencies
POLO Riyadh	056 509 4862	For labor-related complaints and welfare issues in the Riyadh Region
POLO Central Regional	050 753 7997	For labor-related complaints and welfare issues in the Central Region: Provinces of Qassim, Hail, Al-Jouf, Northern Border.
POLO Eastern Region	050 126 9742	For labor-related complaints and welfare issues in the Eastern Region: Dammam, Jubail, Al-Khobar, Hofuf, Ras Tanura, Hafr Al-Batin

For Filipinos in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Region, Madinah Al-Munawarrah Region, Tabuk, Abha, Jizan, Najran, and Baha, the Embassy reiterates the existing hotlines of the Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah:

Assistance to Nationals	0555 219 613	pc.jeddah@gmail.com	For police and detention cases, death, and other emergencies
Consular Section ePassport Appointment and Other Consular Matters: Releasing:	0555 219 614 669-3254 668-9776	consular@pcgjeddah.org appointment@pcgjeddah.org visa@pcgjeddah.org marriage@pcgjeddah.org	For consular issues [passport, visa, birth, marriage, authentication, notarial, certification, clearance facilitation, etc.]
POLO Jeddah	056 195 6142	polo_jeddah@yahoo.com polo_jeddah@pcgjeddah.org	For labor-related and welfare problems

For other contacts of the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh and the Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah, Filipinos are requested to visit the websites

Riyadh - http://www.philembassy-riyadh.org Jeddah - http://pcgjeddah.org

Source: http://www.philembassy-riyadh.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=205:advisory-atn-and-polo-24-hour-hotlines-&catid=43:advisories&Itemid=94

Mutual Funds Performance in the Philippines for C.Y. 2010

2011-02-02T09:33:00.004+03:00

Below are the data of Mutual Fund Performance in the Philippines for C.Y. 2010.

Peso Stock Funds	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
First Metro Save and Learn Equity Fund, Inc.	1	63.37%	53.11%	(30.7%)
Philam Strategic Growth Fund, Inc.	2	55.81%	47.41%	(38.13%)
Philequity Fund, Inc.	3	54.25%	64.99%	(40.67%)
ATR KimEng Equity Opportunity Fund, Inc.	4	51.82%	42.91%	(41.46%)
Sun Life Prosperity Phil. Equity Fund, Inc.	5	41.24%	43.52%	(37.59%)
Philequity PSE Index Fund Inc.	6	38.04%	59.17%	(40.75%)
Philippine Stock Index Fund Corp.	7	37.56%	61.93%	(48.28%)
United Fund, Inc.	8	23.32%	25.00%	(14.28%)

Peso Balanced Funds	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
First Metro Save and Learn Balanced Fund Inc.	1	61.97%	45.36%	(6.27%)
ALFM Growth Fund, Inc.	2	53.72%	63.25%	New
Philam Fund, Inc.	3	48.67%	36.91%	(32.52%)
GSIS Mutual Fund, Inc.	4	47.31%	36.76%	(31.5%)
MFCP Kabuhayan Fund, Inc.	5	42.26%	23.6%	(29.2%)
Sun Life Prosperity Balanced Fund, Inc.	6	30.67%	21.7%	(23.75%)
Optima Balanced Fund, Inc.	7	27.4%	21.46%	(23.89%)
Bahay Pari Solidaritas Fund, Inc.	8	-0.75%	New	New
NCM Mutual Fund of the Phils., Inc	No data	No data	New	New

Dollar Balanced Funds	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
Sun Life Prosperity Dollar Advantage Fund, Inc.	1	4.71%	9.00%	(8.68%)
Cocolife Dollar Fund Builder, Inc.	No data	No data	New	New

Peso Bond Funds ↓	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
ALFM Peso Bond Fund, Inc.	4	9.07%	4.62%	4.26%
Cocolife Fixed Income Fund, Inc.	1	11.99%	12.64%	5.26%
Ekklesia Mutual Fund Inc.	8	6.54%	4.33%	1.96%
First Metro Save and Learn Fixed Income Fund, Inc.	2	11.56%	5.32%	2.33%
Grepalife Bond Fund Corporation	9	5.93%	New	New
Philam Bond Fund, Inc.	7	7.62%	5.52%	1.91%
Philequity Peso Bond Fund, Inc.	5	8.79%	6.58%	2.33%
Prudentialife Fixed Income Fund Inc.	10	5.1%	3.80%	(5.0%)
Sun Life Prosperity Bond Fund, Inc.	6	7.85%	5.58%	1.53%
Sun Life Prosperity GS Fund, Inc.	3	10.93%	7.59%	0.57%

Foreign Currency Bond Funds	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
Philam Dollar Bond Fund, Inc.	1	8.97%	17.76%	(7.44%)
Philequity Dollar Income Fund Inc.	2	7.46%	12.39%	(0.71%)
Sun Life Prosperity Dollar Abundance Fund, Inc.	3	7.39%	16.30%	(7.08%)
Grepalife Fixed Income Fund Corp.	4	6.98%	21.87%	(3.44%)
Grepalife Dollar Bond Fund Corp.	5	6.46%	No data	(7.18%)
ALFM Dollar Bond Fund, Inc.	6	6.06%	5.22%	1.97%
ALFM Euro Bond Fund, Inc.	7	4.86%	6.32%	0.08%
MAA Privilege Euro Fixed Income Fund, Inc.	8	4.64%	19.53%	(13.87%)
PAMI Global Bond Fund, Inc	9	0.48%	New	New
MAA Privilege Dollar Fixed Income Fund, Inc.	10	(2.23%)	8.66%	(3.21%)
ATR KimEng Total Return Bond Fund Inc.	No data	No data	New	New

Peso Money Market Funds	2010 Rank	2010 Return	2009 Return	2008 Return
ALFM Money Market Fund, Inc.	1	3.76%	New	New
Philam Managed Income Fund, Inc.	2	2.11%	1.77%	New
First Metro Save and Learn Money Market Fund, Inc.	3	1.74%	1.04%	New
Sun Life Prosperity Money Market Fund, Inc.	4	0.78%	1.39%	2.05%
ATR KimEng Money Market Fund, Inc.	5	0.46%	1.26%	(5.12%)

Source: http://www.pinoymoneytalk.com/mutual-funds-return-2010/

Questions and Answers for OFW-Members on the PAG-IBIG/HDMF Mandatory Coverage under R.A. 9679 - Part 1

2011-02-01T14:53:00.005+03:00

After implementing the PAG-IBIG Membership as mandatory requirement for OFWs, there has been some confusions for those existing PAG-IBIG Overseas Program (POP) member. To clear this, here are some important information as dissimated by the HDMF.

Existing members under the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program may still withdraw their savings upon maturity of their POP membership. Those who want to enjoy the advantages of Pag-IBIG savings with a shorter term may opt to join Pag-IBIG II.

Q: What is the Pag-IBIG II program?

Pag-IBIG II is a voluntary program that gives Pag-IBIG members a savings option with higher yields and shorter terms. It is open to all Pag-IBIG I members and OFWs with a monthly gross income exceeding P5,000.

Under Pag-IBIG II, a member may contribute as low as P500 monthly, with a term as short as five years. Pag-IBIG II savings are entitled to a preferential dividend rate that is higher than that of Pag-IBIG I. The dividend rate is determined within the first quarter of the year and approved by the Board of Trustees.

Q: What is Republic Act 9679?

Republic Act (9679) or the Home Development Mutual Fund Law of 2009 seeks to strengthen the Fund’s capability as an instrument that will effectively achieve the following objectives:

• Improve the quality of life of Filipinos by providing them with sufficient shelter;
• Provide an integrated nationwide provident savings system; and
• Provide housing through the mobilization of funds for shelter finance

Q: What are the salient features of the law?

Here are some major amendments of RA 9679 which set it apart from previous Pag-IBIG laws:

First, the new law provides for universal coverage. All Filipino employees who are covered by SSS and GSIS, regardless of salary, and those employed by foreign-based employers, including sea-based and land-based OFWs, are now covered by the Pag-IBIG Fund.

Second, the law restores Pag-IBIG’s exemption from any tax, assessment, fee, charge, custom or import duty. This will result in a P3-billion annual savings that can be invested in the Fund’s housing loan program, and higher dividends to be credited to the members’ savings.

And third, the HDMF’s Board of Trustees now has the authority to set contribution rates. While other government institutions have increased their rates several times in the past 23 years, the Fund has retained the same contribution rates since 1986. Despite this, the benefits the institution grants to its members have increased several times over. Aside from translating to more benefits to members, increasing the contribution rates will rationalize the Fund’s savings scheme. At present, a contribution to the Fund is at two percent, with the Monthly Compensation ceiling pegged at P5,000. In effect, members, whether earning monthly salaries of P5,000 or P50,000 contribute the same amount: P100 per month. Higher contribution rates will mean members with higher income will contribute and save more while those belonging to the lower income bracket will continue to save the same amount.

Q: When did the law become effective?
The law became effective on 27 August 2009.

Q. When will the law be implemented?
Implementation of the new HDMF Law begins on 1 January 2010.

Q: Are all OFWs covered by the Mandatory Membership under RA 9679?

Yes. RA 9679 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) provide that all OFWs, sea-based or land-based, and those employed by foreign-based employers, should register with the Pag-IBIG Fund.

A Filipino seafarer will be mandatorily covered upon the signing of the standard contract of employment between him and the manning agency. Together with the foreign ship owner, the manning agency acts as the employer, and thus, should provide the mandatory employer counterpart contribution which is fixed at two percent of the seafarer’s monthly compensation. Land-based OFWs are deemed covered upon employment in foreign-based companies.

Q: Why are OFWs included in the Mandatory Membership Coverage?

Since its founding, the Pag-IBIG Fund has been competently and quietly pursuing its twin mandates of savings generation and provision of affordable shelter. Pag-IBIG members are able to save, borrow short term loans, and have access to housing loans with the lowest interest rates in the market. Through the years, the Fund has become a lifeline and is filling a big financing gap for Filipino workers—with many of its members turning to the Fund for their various financial needs.

The Pag-IBIG Fund releases an average of P188 million in housing loans every day, enabling around 305 Filipino families to buy or build their own homes, 60 of whom are OFWs. This only proves that more and more Filipino workers are reaping the huge benefits of Pag-IBIG membership from the small amount they save every month

A member may also withdraw his savings before the 20-year maturity under these valid grounds:
• Optional withdrawal after 15 years of continuous contributions
• Upon reaching age 65
• Retirement
• Permanent or total disability
• Insanity
• Death
• Permanent departure from the country
• Other causes as may be provided for by the board of trustees

Q: What can a member claim at membership termination?

A member will be able to withdraw his TAV, which consists of his personal contributions, his employer counterpart contributions, if any, and the dividend earnings credited to his account.

Q: If the member dies, what will happen to his TAV?

The heirs will receive the deceased member’s savings, less any pending obligations with the Fund. Beneficiaries will also be entitled to the additional death benefit grant, the amount of which will depend on the member’s TAV and membership status at point of death.

Q: Why was the membership term for OFW-Members increased to 20 years?

With Pag-IBIG’s universal coverage under RA 9679, the membership of local employees and OFWs are now essentially the same, and are governed by the same guidelines. Hence, the 20-year term now also applies to OFW members.

It also makes sense, as far as the sustainability of the Pag-IBIG housing loan program is concerned. Housing loans are drawn from the pooled savings of members, and repaid by borrowers over a period of up to 30 years. If members’ savings are withdrawn much earlier, there would be a mismatch against the long-term funding for housing. Pag-IBIG cannot sustain its housing loan program with this mismatch. This is precisely one of the reasons why a new Pag-IBIG law was needed, to mobilize more funds on a long-term basis.

The maximum monthly compensation used in computing the employee contributions is currently set at P5,000. This means that the maximum member contribution and employer counterpart per month are both currently P100. A member, however, may opt to increase his monthly contribution in order to save more in the long term.

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SCAM E-MAIL ALERT: Fluor Group Ltd UK

2011-01-25T14:37:00.001+03:00

Please be informed that the below e-mail is a SCAM. If you happen to recieve similar email from the same e-mail address, ignore the e-mail and do not disclose any personal and confidential information.

From : Fluor Group Limited UK "fluorrecruitsuk@gmail.com"

Fluor Group Ltd UK.

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London

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Dear Candidate,

Fluor Group Ltd UK receives application from all over the world.

Fluor Group is one of the World’s largest EPC companies, providing project

management, engineering and construction services to major clients in the oil,

gas, chemical and power industries.

Our UK office, the largest in Europe, continues to win world scale multi

billion dollar projects in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the FSU. To

sustain our continued success and the strategic growth of our operations in the

UK and overseas, we are currently looking for talented, qualified and

experienced individuals to join our successful  team based here in UK, where

their talents will be valued, appreciated and rewarded in an excellent working

environment.

Fluor Group UK offers its  employees a challenging and rewarding career.

Fluor Group employees work on state-of-the-art technical projects in

multi-discipline teams of engineers and project support specialists.

In addition Fluor Group offers the opportunity to work in an international

environment. People development is a key-element in our strategy: our training

programmes and performance and development planning process ensure the

continuing development of our employees.

Fluor Group values the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce and is

an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. At Fluor Group we believe your career is

more than just your next project.

Fluor Group Ltd UK Current Openings and job descriptions:

1) Project  Logistics Coordinator - UK  

Job description

The post holder will ensure that, by managing the selected freight forwarder in

his/her everyday activities, material is delivered to site by the timeliest and

most cost effective method to meet the site construction schedule.

Minimum requirements:

*Experience of oil and gas or petrochemical industries desirable

*Experience of Project task force logistics coordination

*Able to use Word, Excel, E mail systems.

*Several years experience of logistics support role on an oil and gas or

petrochemical project

*Experience as Project Logistic Coordinator, or has worked as part of Freight  

*Forwarder team providing Project logistics support.

2) Civil Engineers - UK

Job description

The post holder will be responsible for designing earthwork, tank farms, finish

grade, paving, access and  facility roads, surface drainage, catch basin, manhole

and sewer design, for petrochemical facilities. You will be familiar with

computer software such as Inroads, Excel and drainage software.

*You will be familiar with building industry and environmental codes.

*Eligibility for registration as a professional engineer with APEGGA is

required.

Minimum requirements:

Civil Engineering degree is mandatory. Field experience is an asset.

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: England

Location Type: Office

Requisition Number 13678CE

3) Architects - UK

Job Description

Coordinate architectural design of buildings for large petrochemical

facilities.

*Review & create architectural specifications and drawings for industrial

and commercial buildings (process, administration, control,  camp, etc).

*Provide assistance to the Lead Engineer, as requested, in the areas of

schedules, estimates, progress reports, meetings, procurement activities.

*Exhibit thorough understanding of pertinent codes and governing regulations

and industry practices.

*Ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: Scotland

Location Type: Office

Requisition Number: 10885BR

4) Senior Design Engineer

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: Scotland

Location Type: Office

Requisition Number: 10885BR

5)  Snr Mechanical Engineer - UK

Job Description

* Performing engineering calculations, analysis and recommendations

* Making equipment sizing and selection

* Liaising with client representatives, vendors  and other disciplines

* Supervising designers, and mentor junior engineers

* Excellent communication and people skills

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Office

Requisition Number: 16483BR

6)  Senior Commissioning Engineer - UK

Job Description

*Promotes efficient and cost effective site activities by providing ongoing

assessment of personnel and current commissioning practices

*Ensures proper operation of all systems and equipment

*Ensures effective application of all strategic commissioning tools, techniques

and programs i.e.; Commissioning Manual, Field Reference Guidelines,

Manufacturers’ recommendations, CompleteIT, standard  industry practices.

*Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following and ensuring

adherence to:

*Established project Safety Procedures

* Work Permit Procedures

*Work Order Procedures

*Federal, State and Local regulations

*Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) Procedures

*Performs other duties as assigned

This position may impose requirements specific to the host country, including

but not limited to, background checks, medical screens, and Visa requirements.

Fluor Group values the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce and is

an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: No

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Project

Requisition Number 16513BR

7) Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer - UK

Job description

Reporting to the Pipeline Department Manager. Serve as Onshore Pipeline Lead

Engineer on assigned projects or project areas. Provide technical guidance  /

supervision to pipeline engineers and CAD assigned to them. Delegate

responsibility from the pipeline department manager for work quality, cost and

schedule from the assigned team on projects or project areas. Work and interface

with other disciplines as required for successful technical and economic

completion of projects.

Key responsibilities

Planning and organising jobs

Developing and monitoring pipeline material costs, man hour estimates, and

manpower forecasts

Preparing and maintaining schedules

Understanding of UK, European, and US pipeline codes (minimum)

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Willingness to travel: Yes

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Project

Requisition Number 14652BR

8) Project Manager - UK

Job description

The project manager provides leadership to the taskforce to  ensure timely

completion of all activities and deliverables during the various stages of

multi-discipline projects. The project manager is responsible for the technical

integrity of the deliverables as well as the project cost and schedule and

client relation management. Besides project execution activities the project

manager takes leadership in the development of competitive proposals, man-hour

and capital cost estimates.

Key responsibilities

Maintains client relations

Develops and maintains an appropriate business and execution strategy

Executes the project by delivering the right quality within budget and schedule

Acts in dual role, engineering and project manager, when required

Minimum Requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Willingness to travel: Yes

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Project

Requisition Number  169445BR

9) Contracts Manager / Administrator - UK

Job description

Clearly identify requirements and scope of tender / bid packages,

Prepare bid package commercial requirements (terms & conditions, etc.) to

Fluor Group standard requirements,

Compile & issue bid packages (technical in liaison with Engineering),

Prepare and award sub-contractor contracts to Fluor Group standard requirements,

Review contract terms & conditions, negotiate with sub-contractors,

General office administration.

Minimum requirements:

Degree qualified, or equivalent (preferably in Business or Engineering),

Experience in a procurement function,

Experience in Contract / sub-contract administration,

Knowledge of terms & conditions, contracting policies & practices,

Business acumen and ability to learn,

Team player,

Adaptable and able to work on own  initiative.

10) Project Procurement Manager - UK

Job description

Normally based in UK, but with opportunities to travel and work overseas,

serves either as a Project Procurement Manager (PPM) on a small Engineering

Procurement and Construction project (<$500m) reporting to a project manager,

or plans, organizes, directs and controls a portion of the procurement and

material management function on a larger project. Current projects are in the

Middle East, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Russia and UK.

Key responsibilities

Sourcing materials and equipment internationally

Evaluation and negotiation

Purchasing

Expediting of deliveries

Inspection of equipment and materials

Shipment to site by land, sea, and air

Equipment covers a wide spectrum: steel towers and drums up to 500 tonnes,

heavy duty special design compressors and pumps,  instrument         process

control systems, electrical equipment, and bulk piping and electrical materials.

Project total installed costs can range from multi-million to several billion

dollars.

Minimum requirements:

Experience in a general procurement role supporting oil and gas,

petrochemicals, power, or a related capital purchase industry.

Strong academic qualification preferred (MBA, MSc, BSc, etc)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Good computer literacy and skills

Good leadership and decision-making skills

11) Senior Planner - UK

Job description

The Senior Planner operates in a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for

setting up a schedule and tracking and monitoring the schedule. This requires

excellent insight in various execution methods both in the home office and at

site  combined with a high level of informal communication and formal

communication. The Senior Planner reports to the Project Controls Manager and

provides the Project Manager with essential input for the tracking of project

progress.

Key responsibilities

Providing a detailed planning during various project phases Frequent, monthly

progress control in percentage and time, providing advise on corrective actions

if required.

Regular risk assessments with recommendations for mitigations.

Minimum requirements:

Relevant technical degree (e.g. Civil/Mechanical Engineering)

Extensive experience in oil & gas

Knowledge of plus experience in relevant systems (e.g. Primavera)

Strong interpersonal/communicative skills

Experience leading a team

Worldwide mobility (both short and long term assignments)

Foreign site experience would be desirable

12) Health, Safety and  Environmental Engineering Department Manager - UK

Job description

The post holder will act as the Manager of the Health, Safety and Environmental

Engineering Department.

Key responsibilities

Has decision making responsibility relating to HSE Engineering issues.

Provides leadership to HSE professionals on projects.

Participates in key mega-projects as required.

Participates in the HSE global function to represent UK operations.

Preparation of project proposals

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Willingness to travel: Yes

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Project

Requisition Number 18945BR

13) Site Automation Manager - UK

Job description

This position will work in concert with Project Automation and engineering to

ensure Construction Systems are enabled during the  engineering design effort.

Upon mobilization of design to the field, the focus for this position would be

management and implementation of Construction site automation systems, hardware,

and procedures as documented in the Project Automation Plan.

Key responsibilities

Under general supervision as a fully competent construction site manager, site

engineering manager, or construction systems lead.          

Makes decisions independently as required to address and resolve problems as

well as to plan and coordinate work

Provides input to proposals relative to construction automation

Communicates with company and project management as well as designers and

client representatives in the establishment and implementation of site

automation systems.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum requirements:

4 - 8 years of engineering or  construction engineering

3- 5 years of information technology (infrastructure/desktop support)

Bachelor of Science in engineering/construction technologies or work equivalent

14) Project Procurement Manager - Power Generation Group - UK

Job description

The Project Procurement Manager serves on small to medium sized Engineering,

Procurement and Construction projects. Under general supervision of the project

manager and functional direction of the Procurement department manager, manages

the Procurement work process and reports the material management status of

purchased material and equipment from the time of purchase through to receipt at

construction site.

Key responsibilities

Assists in the formulation of plans and the execution of the overall material

management activity, and assists in the planning and execution of specialized

Material Management activities  (material control,procurement, logistics,

inspection, or field material management).

Directs the development of all material control, procurement, or field material

management activities, from the identification of material and                

equipment, through Request for Quotations, to close-out, and assigns work

packages to appropriate procurement and other material                        

management personnel.

Minimum requirements:

Typically requires 5-10 years in a general procurement role supporting oil and

gas, petrochemicals, power or related industries (with or without a   university

degree).

Degree from an accredited university preferred, but this may be waived for high

quality  candidates

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent computer literacy and skills

Excellent leadership and decision-making skills

15) QA Engineer II - Power Generation Group - UK

Job description

The post holder will apply intensive and diversified knowledge of quality

assurance principles and practices to a broad range of project assignments

within the International Power Generation Group.

Key responsibilities

Plans and executes a wide variety of technical and administrative assignments

and effectively interacts with others

Assists in the preparation of project audit schedules, discipline activity.    

plans for the QA function, and audit reports (internal and external), noting

nonconformance and verifying effective corrective action

Assists (if directed by senior QA management) the Project Manager in developing

an  orientation program to ensure that the project teams are familiar with the

requirements of the Project Execution Plan.

Assesses (if directed by senior QA management) the ability of the suppliers to

meet the quality requirements of the project

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Without degree, additional six years of experience required.

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: London

Location Type: Project

Requisition Number 18945BR

Position requires occasional travel and potential for planned and unplanned

overtime to meet project schedules.

16) Finance Officer -UK

Minimum requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business

administration is the minimum academic preparation for financial managers.

However, many employers now seek graduates with a master’s degree, preferably

in business administration, economics, finance, or  risk management.Additional

six years of experience required.

Job Description:

Financial managers or officers oversee the preparation of financial reports,

direct investment activities, and implement cash management strategies. Managers

also develop strategies and implement the long-term goals of the organization.

17 Senior Architects II- UK

Job Description

Coordinate architectural design of buildings for large petrochemical facilities.

*Review & create architectural specifications and drawings for industrial and commercial buildings (process, administration, control, camp, etc).

*Provide assistance to the Lead Engineer, as requested, in the areas of schedules, estimates, progress reports, meetings, procurement activities.

*Exhibit thorough understanding of pertinent codes and governing regulations and industry practices.

*Ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 years of relevant  experience.

Minimum requirements:

Degree Required: Yes

Employment Type: Contract

Location of Position: Scotland

Location Type: Office 

18) I.T/Windows Administrators and other relevant positions.

19) Medical Experts.

Fluor Group Ltd UK employee benefits include:

A competitive salary with annual performance-based reviews

Bonus awards for superior project performance

Pension scheme with life assurance and disability insurance

Flexible working hours within a nine day fortnight working pattern

Private medical insurance for you and your family

Employee Assistance Programme for information and counselling services

Generous salary uplifts and assignment provisions for working overseas

Childcare Voucher Scheme

NOTE: If you wish to apply to any of Fluor Group Ltd UK current vacancies, you

can send your current resume to Dr.Daniel King, Employee  relations manager Email: fluorecruitsuk@gmail.com

If your qualifications, skills and experience match our requirements we will be

in touch.

Applications closes on the 17th of February, 2011.

I sent an e-mail to the company to confirm the legitimacy of the above e-mail. Below is their official response.

Hello XXXXXXX:

Thank you for submitting your inquiry.

More than likely it is not a legitimate offer from Fluor.  Here are some key indications:

1.) Did you go through a telephone interview? Fluor does not extend offers to anyone without performing at least one telephone interview prior.

2.) Did the email correspondence you received come from an address that ends only as @Fluor.com?  Any other variation of an email extension is not a legitimate Fluor email account.

If you are interested in applying with Fluor, we strongly suggest doing so through our website (www.Fluor.com/Careers).

Thank you.

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DFA warns Filipinos vs fake online nursing job offers in UK

2011-01-22T16:21:00.004+03:00

This is just a re-post of an article from GMANews.Tv

Filipino jobseekers were warned on Tuesday against falling for dubious online job offers promising employment as nurses in the United Kingdom (UK).

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said a report on the offers from the Philippine Nurses Association-UK prompted the warning from the Philippine Embassy in London.

"The new illegal recruitment scheme involves online job offers sent by email to prospective victims, mainly nurses, who have previously submitted their resumes in public job search websites," the DFA said in an article posted on its website.

The DFA said the modus operandi involves the supposed employer and/or his solicitor (lawyer) sending the victim successive emails.

The emails contain a job offer, a Contract of Agreement with a very attractive package of wages and benefits, a Certificate of Employment, and a blank Certificate of Good Moral Character.

Once the victim submits the required documents, he or she will then be sent detailed payment procedures of processing fees via wire transfer.

The supposed solicitor-lawyer usually identifies himself or herself as a member of a prominent legal firm or as an employee of the high court.

"In some cases, the employer sends photographs of his family in the UK via email in an attempt to assure the applicant that the process is legitimate," the DFA said.

However, once the applicant pays the fees, the so-called employer and solicitor cut all contact.

The DFA noted this modus operandi is similar to other online scams earlier reported by the Embassy involving job offers for nannies, au pair, hotel staff, store managers, salespersons and engineers.

It advised the public to always verify job offers to the UK with the Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA).

They may likewise send a request for job offer verification to the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) at polo.london@yahoo.co.uk or embassy@philemb.co.uk, the DFA added. – VVP, GMANews.TV

Source: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/210847/dfa-warns-filipinos-vs-fake-online-nursing-job-offers-in-uk 

Deployment Ban of OFWs Remains in Lebanon and 4 Other Countries

2011-01-18T22:10:00.003+03:00

This is just to share the below article from OFWGuide:

The secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Rosalinda Baldoz orders the strict implementation of deployment ban to 5 Middle Eastern countries. As of this writing,employment contracts of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) bound to Lebanon, Nigeria, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Jordan will not be processed.

The government agency deemed it necessary to guarantee the safety and welfare of OFWs. In an article that appeared in the DOLE website, Baldoz said, "As far as the DOLE is concerned, there remain in effect restrictions on the processing and deployment of OFWs in view of the peace and order situation in those areas. The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is tasked to implement these restrictions imposed on both legitimate recruitment agencies and OFWs."

Baldoz said that the total deployment ban in Afghanistan, Nigeria, Iraq and Lebanon is stated in POEA Advisory No. 27 issued in 2010. In addition, the Philippine government also prohibited the hiring of newly-hired household service workers (HSWs) to Jordan.

The order to strictly implement the deployment bans came after the news that 59 distressed OFWs were repatriated from Lebanon. A report posted on the website of the Department f Foreign Affairs (DFA) said, "These OFWs are those who stayed at the Filipino Workers Resource Center (FWRC), most of whom had experiences of maltreatment from their previous employers.”

The Labor Secretary said that President Aquino is aware of the plight of Filipinos working overseas just to provide a good life for their families.As a way of thanking the OFWs for their contribution and sacrifice, President Aquino instructed the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) to allot a budget of Php1 billion for the reintegration program of the government.

The repatriated OFWs were welcomed by Ricardo Endaya, Executive Director of the Migrant Workers Affairs, Cynthia Lamban, Officer-in-Charge from OWWA and Office of the Vice President representative Atty. Ira Puzon.

The DFA informed, "The DFA, through the Philippine Embassy in Beirut, purchased the airlinetickets of the OFWs. It also covered the cost of hiring a bus to transport the Filipinos to the Rafic Hariri International Airport."

Source: http://www.ofwguide.com/article_item-1472/Deployment-Ban-of-OFWs-Remains-in-Lebanon-and-4-Other-Countries.html

Urgent Jobs in UK, Australia & UAE: No Placement Fee!

2011-01-17T10:04:00.003+03:00

This is just a re-post from the newsletter I received from "Workabroad.ph"

There are job openings in Australia and UAE with POEA-approved job orders and no placement fee!! Various jobs needed are hairstylist, marketing officer, baker, and carpenter.

Click here for other jobs with no placement fee!

On the other hand, National Ambulance Company in UAE is in need of 40 Emergency Medical Technicians. Successful applicants will enjoy annual salary of 102,000 dirhams (AED) or Php1,216,539!

Moreover, a POEA-licensed agency is looking for qualified Operating Room (OR) nurses for deployment in United Kingdom (UK) The job vacancy has no placement fee and has approved job order.

Click here to view other jobs with approved job orders!

Goodluck to all ...And remender "Due deligence is a personal responsibility"