Malacañan Issues MC No. 3, s. of 2022

The Executive Secretary issued on 27 July 2022 Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 3 providing that MC No. 1, s. 2022  and MC No. 3,s. of 2022, insofar as they declared certain positions vacant and provided for the rules to address the vacancies, do not apply to government-owned or controlled corporations (GOCCs), government instrumentalities with corporate powers, government corporate entities, and government financial institutions, which shall continue to be governed by their respective charters, articles of incorporation and by-laws in relation to Republic Act 10149 or the GOCC Governance Act of 2011.

MC No. 3 also directed GOCCs not to enter new contracts or projects and disburse extraordinary funds until such time that new sets of Appointive Directors have been appointed and Chief Executive Officers (CEO) elected in accordance with their respective Charters, AOI and By-Laws in relation to RA No. 10149.

Click here to view Memorandum Circular No. 3, series of 2022.

FAQs on Term of Office of Appointive Directors Published

The Governance Commission publishes the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Term of Office of Appointive Directors of GOCC Governing Boards covered by the Republic Act No. 10149.

Click here to view the FAQs.

GCG Opens 1ST Compliance Season for the GOCC Monitoring System (GMS) V3.0

All GOCCs covered by Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10149 are directed to submit the required financial reports in the system starting 04 April 2022 until 31 May 2022. 

The GCG officially opens the GOCC Monitoring System (GMS) compliance season in view of the successful orientation and workshop for the system’s new version under the Integrated Corporate Reporting System (ICRS).

The GOCC-registered GMS Representative and Encoder may access the live GMS v3.0 website. They may also refer to the user manual, video tutorials, and presentation on this link.

For questions and clarifications, GOCCs may send an email to their designated GMS Experts and copy furnish the ICRS Secretariat at icrs_secretariat@gcg.gov.ph.

CY 2020 Corporate Governance Scorecard Assessment

Established on 08 October 2015, the Corporate Governance Scorecard for GOCCs (GCG M.C. No. 2015-07 (Re-Issued)) was developed using a methodology benchmarked against the Principles of Corporate Governance of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard.

The CGS annually assesses the Corporate Governance performance of GOCCs to help identify and evaluate the latter’s strengths and weaknesses compared to existing corporate governance provisions and their adherence to best practices and international standards. Along with the Performance Scorecards of GOCCs, the CGS ensures the transparency of GOCCs on their corporate governance initiatives and practices.

To view the list of GOCCs that garnered the highest CGS ratings for CY 2020, click here.

GCG Encourages Online Submissions

The Governance Commission encourages the GOCC Sector to submit all duly signed requests and complete requirements electronically through feedback@gcg.gov.ph.

This is in line with the return of 100 percent of the GCG’s workforce on-site following the approval of the Alert Level 1 from 01 to 15 March 2022 in the National Capital Region (NCR). The Governance Commission remains vigilant against the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and committed to maintain the health and safety of all its stakeholders.

Immediate queries and concerns may be relayed through telephone numbers (+632) 5328-2030 and (+632) 5318-1000.

Click here to view the Notice

President Approves Service Recognition Incentive

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte authorized the service recognition incentive (SRI) to government employees through Administrative Order No. 45 on 24 December 2021.

A.O. No. 45 details the beneficiaries, conditions, exclusions, funding source and payment date of the SRI. The SRI aims to reward government employees for their invaluable service during the pandemic and serve as motivation for higher productivity. According to the order, the payment of the incentive to all qualified government workers shall not be earlier than 21 December 2021.

Click here to view A.O. No. 45, s. 2021.

GCG Reports 2020 GOCC Customer Satisfaction Surveys Results

40 GOCCs were deemed compliant with the GCG Standard Methodology for the Conduct of the Customer Satisfaction Survey (CSS) in 2020. These GOCCs had an average score of 91.53% satisfied customers.

Anchored on the principle of continuous improvement, the GCG issued the Enhanced Standard Methodology for the Conduct of the CSS and updated Prescribed Questionnaires and Data Gathering Methodology per GOCC in 2019.

The GCG also issued additional guidelines for the conduct of the CSS in 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Click here to view the Status Report on the 2020 GOCC Customer Satisfaction.

CPCS Implementing Guidelines Published

The Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) issued the Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS) Implementing Guidelines on 14 January 2022 following President Rodrigo R. Duterte's approval of the Executive Order (E.O.) No. 150, s. 2021.

The CPCS Implementing Guidelines is promulgated to detail the coverage, exclusions, implementation, compensation system, allowance, benefits and incentives, additional entitlements, and procedural rules of the GOCCs’ new compensation system. Circulars concerning allowances, bonuses and incentives, among others, were also published.

The GOCCs, through their Governing Boards, are responsible for the proper implementation of the Implementing Guidelines.

To access the CPCS Implementing Guidelines and Circulars, click https://gcg.gov.ph/cpcs/.

GCG Implements Skeleton Workforce Arrangement

The Governance Commission implements the minimum Skeleton Workforce Arrangement effective 13 January 2022 to 21 January 2022. 

This arrangement is in response to the rising COVID-19 cases in the National Capital Region (NCR) and the recorded COVID-19 cases and close contacts in the agency. Following the imposition of the reduced workforce, visitors are prohibited from the premises during this period. Physical submissions of documents are also highly discouraged.

Stakeholders must submit documents or request a meeting via email to minimize the risk of exposure to the virus and ensure the health and safety of everyone.

For further queries, you may contact us through feedback@gcg.gov.ph. 

The Governance Commission remains committed to ensuring the safety of its employees and stakeholders. 

GCG launches CPCS Portal

The Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) opens the Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS) portal on its website.

In view of the Executive Order No. 150, s. 2021, the GCG launched the CPCS page as an online channel dedicated to pertinent announcements and issuances.

The page may be accessed through https://gcg.gov.ph/cpcs/.

E.O. No. 150 Approved by the President

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte approved the new Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS) through Executive Order No. 150 on 01 October 2021.

E.O. No. 150 details the approved CPCS and Index of Occupational Services, Position Titles, and Job Grades for GOCCs (IOS-G). It also repeals E.O No. 203, s. 2016. It shall apply to all GOCCs, Government Financial Institutions, Government Instrumentalities with Corporate Powers, and Government Corporate Entities including their subsidiaries, under the Republic Act No. 10149.

E.O. no. 150, s. 2021 was published in BusinessMirror on 06 October 2021.

Click here to view E.O. no. 150, s. 2021.

GCG Releases Cybersecurity Guidelines for GOCCs

The GCG releases the Cybersecurity Guidelines for the GOCC Sector to prevent threats in the cyberspace and reinforce systems and operations online.

The Governance Commission recognizes that cybersecurity is a major concern because of the digital transformation of government agencies and instrumentalities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The GOCC Sector is encouraged to align policies to the directives of competent authorities on cybersecurity and data privacy, improve respective cybersecurity frameworks, enterprise risk assessment, regular penetration testing, and adopt a manual on data privacy.

Click here to view the Cybersecurity Guidelines for GOCCs.

DTI, GCG ink partnership for GOCCs

The Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) entered a partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the promotion of the Philippine Quality Award (PQA) Program in the Sector.

This collaboration aims to improve and recognize the organizational performance across the GOCC Sector through the PQA Program. Subsequently, DTI and GCG will conduct PQA orientations and training programs, develop an incentive program, and create necessary supplemental programs for the continuing development and improvement of GOCCs.

Click here to know more about this partnership.

GCG Implements Protocol for GOCC Submissions

The Governance Commission implements protocol on submitting requests, applications, and other documents requiring approval, resolution, or opinion.

GOCCs must submit such requests through a formal letter signed by authorities approved by GCG. They may also digitally sign such letters provided, compliant with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Philippine National Public Key Infrastructure (PNPKI).

GOCCs shall also designate a corporate e-mail to receive all transmittals and an officer who will acknowledge the receipt from GCG.

For queries and concerns, contact the GCG through e-mail at feedback@gcg.gov.ph.

Click here to view the Notice.

BIR Issues Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 32-2021

The Bureau of Internal Revenue issued Memorandum Circular No. 32-2021 dated 04 February 2021.

The memo details the standard guidelines and mandatory requirements for the processing and issuance of the Tax Clearance Certificate for Government-Owned or Controlled Corporations relative to the application for the Interim Performance-Based Bonus.

Click here to view Revenue MC No. 32-2021.

GCG Issues Additional Guidelines for 2020 CSS

In view of the circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governance Commission issues additional guidelines applicable for the conduct of the Customer Satisfaction Survey (CSS) for 2020.

The guidelines include the option for some GOCCs to conduct the survey annually; the utilization of telephone interviews among the methodologies identified for customer segment; and the utilization of online survey tool/platform or self-accomplishment of the survey questionnaires in certain cases, among others.

For other queries and concerns, the GCG may be reached through e-mail at feedback@gcg.gov.ph.

Click here to view the notice.

GCG supports National Volunteer Month

The Governance Commission encourages all GOCCs to adhere to CSC Announcement No. 16, S. 2019 which reiterates Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular (CSC MC) No. 23 on volunteer programs in the sector.

CSC MC No. 23 enjoins agencies to establish and implement volunteer programs that may be anchored on social, or environmental undertakings in the community. Starting 2019 onwards, GOCCs are enjoined to submit a yearly report on their volunteering initiatives and activities to the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency.

For further queries, GOCCs may directly coordinate with the PNVSCA through the e-mail address: patsd@pnvsca.gov.ph or phone numbers: (632) 8247 7934 or 8927 6847.

Click here to view the notice.

GCG Issues Extension for 2021 CSS

The Governance Commission is extending the applicability of the previous Notice dated 14 August 2020 with the subject “Additional Guidelines in the Conduct of the Customer Satisfaction Survey (CSS) for 2020 in the GOCC Sector” to the conduct of the CSS for the year 2021. The extension is implemented due to the uncertainties of GOCC compliance in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Stakeholders may course further queries and concerns through e-mail at feedback@gcg.gov.ph.

Click here to view the Notice.

Bayanihan One Stop Shop Launched for Importation of COVID-19 Commodities

The Bureau of Customs (BOC), Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued Joint Circular No. 1 dated 02 April 2020, launching the Bayanihan One Stop Shop (BOSS) to secure the License to Operate (LTO) for the importation of COVID-19 critical commodities for commercial distribution.

The BOSS is a single window concierge accepting online applications to import Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) and other specific medical devices. It interconnects systems and portals of BOC, FDA, and ARTA for efficient and streamlined processes in commercial importation.

The BOSS shall be operative starting 03 April 2020.

Click here to view the Joint Memorandum Circular No. 1, s. 2020.

GCG Sets Deadline of Requirements for CPCS

All GOCCs covered by Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10149 were directed (through a memorandum to all heads of GOCCs dated 09 December 2019) to submit the necessary requirements for the development of the Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS).

The deadline for the submission of CPCS requirements has been extended until 06 May 2020 in due consideration of the implementation of the enhanced community quarantine because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Soft copies of the requirements must be electronically submitted to both ocsd_cso@gcg.gov.ph and CPCS.review@willistowerwatson.com.

Click here to view the Notice.

Memo on Implementation of Temporary Emergency Measures Issued

The Executive Secretary issued on 28 March 2020 a Memorandum laying down the implementation of simultaneous government efforts authorized by President Rodrigo Duterte in accordance with the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act (Republic Act No. 11469).

The Memorandum provides that the whole of government must work together and carry out urgent temporary emergency measures to meet the COVID-19 national health emergency.

Click here to view the Memorandum from the Executive Secretary dated 28 March 2020.

Administrative Order on the COVID-19 Hazard Pay Issued

The Executive Secretary, by the authority of the President, signed on 23 March 2020 Administrative Order No. 26, authorizing the grant of hazard pay to government personnel who physically report for work during the implementation of the Enhanced Community Quarantine due to COVID-19.

Pertinent information on the grant such as its computation, condition, and fund sources are disclosed accordingly. Government employees covered by this grant in the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, in other offices vested with fiscal autonomy, in local government units, and local water districts shall receive an amount not exceeding P500 a day per person.

Click here to view A.O. No.26, s. 2020

GCG Suspends Its Citizen's Charter Processing Times

The Governance Commission suspends the processing times in the delivery of its services indicated in its Citizen’s Charter.

This is in line with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Memorandum Circular No. 2020-03 dated 20 March 2020 directing the suspension and appropriate adjustments in the processing times stated in the Citizen’s Charter of government agencies.

GCG assures its stakeholders that it shall continue to render services in accordance with the interim measures detailed in the Notice to All Stakeholders dated 13 March 2020 and the work-from-home arrangement enforced in the agency.

Click here to view the memorandum.

Click here to view the notice to all stakeholders

GCG Reaps Outstanding Accounting Office Award

The Association of Government Accountants of the Philippines, Inc. (AGAP), conferred the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) with the Outstanding Accounting Office Award for year 2018 on 23 October 2019. AGAP awarded GCG for having exemplary met the criteria of Accuracy, Timeliness, Reliability and Compliance to Accounting Rules and Regulations set by the Committee on Awards.

Supreme Court Issues Rulings Concerning GOCCs

The Supreme Court issued in January 2019 two (2) rulings concerning GOCCs. On 23 January 2019, the Supreme Court declared the absence of authority of the GOCC Board and Management to negotiate economic terms with its employees in GSIS Family Bank vs. Villanueva, G.R. No. 210773. To view GSIS Family Bank vs. Villanueva, click here. It also promulgated on 22 January 2019 a ruling on conformity of GOCCs exempt from the Salary Standardization Law with Presidential Decree No. 1597 in DBP vs. COA, G.R. No. 240569. To view DBP vs. COA, click here.

GOCCs’ Corporate Governance Scorecard for CY 2017 & CY 2018

The GCG, in partnership with the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), held the Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS) Exit Conference for CY 2017 and CY 2018 on 11 December 2019.

The CGS annually assesses the Corporate Governance performance of GOCCs to help identify and evaluate the latter’s strengths and weaknesses compared to existing corporate governance provisions and their adherence to best practices and international standards. Along with the Performance Scorecard of GOCCs, the CGS ensures improvement of transparency of corporate governance initiatives and practices.

To view the complete list of CGS scores of GOCCs for CY 2017, click here.
To view the complete list of CGS scores of GOCCs for CY 2018, click here.

GCG Receives 8888 Hotline Certificate of Collaboration

The Office of the Cabinet Secretary certified the Governance Commission as compliant with the requirements for collaboration for the implementation and operation of the 8888 Citizens’ Complaints Hotline. As such, the GCG has complied with the designation of focal and technical persons, attendance in the orientation and simulation seminars, and enrollment of the agency’s online account with the 8888 Hotline System.

Click here for the full write-up.

Memorandum for Frontline Services Issued

The Executive Secretary, by authority of the President, issued Memorandum Circular No. 44 dated 04 May 2018 to direct all government agencies and instrumentalities, including GOCCs, performing frontline services to respond to all public requests and concerns within fifteen (15) days from receipt thereof, unless a shorter period is provided under applicable laws and issuances.

Click here to view Memorandum Circular No. 44.