Enhancing OFW Connectivity and Support Through Staffhouse & PLDT Global Partnership
For millions of Filipino workers abroad, staying connected with their families and managing life back home from afar is a daily challenge. As they pursue opportunities in other countries, their needs go beyond employment—they need reliable communication, financial tools, and access to vital services that support their well-being and future.
Recognizing this, Staffhouse International Resources and PLDT Global Corporation have come together in a groundbreaking collaboration that aims to improve the OFW journey at every stage.
This strategic Staffhouse partnership is a shared commitment to bridging distances, enhancing digital access, and empowering Filipino workers globally with communication tools that truly matter.
The Power of Partnership: Staffhouse x PLDT Global
Staffhouse—a top recruitment agency in the Philippines for overseas employment—ensures that job seekers are ethically matched with the right opportunities. PLDT Global enhances this journey by introducing OFWs to the Tindahan ni Bossing (TinBo) app—an all-in-one digital platform designed specifically for Filipinos overseas.
Together, they’re creating a support ecosystem that goes far beyond job placement, addressing real-world needs with digital solutions tailored for the global Filipino. At its core, the collaboration between PLDT Global and Staffhouse represents a deep understanding of the modern OFW’s evolving needs.
This partnership is anchored on a shared vision: to provide opportunities for career advancement and offer seamless connectivity and access to essential digital services for OFWs. It aims to create a more holistic support system that begins even before deployment and continues throughout a worker’s stay abroad.
According to PLDT Global President and CEO Albert V. Villa-Real, TinBo is a lifeline that connects OFWs to their loved ones and essential services back home.
What This Means for OFWs
So, what exactly do OFWs gain from this partnership? A lot more than just an app download.
Enhanced Communication
One of the great benefits of OFWs deployed through Staffhouse is a free six-month subscription to the Smart Virtual Number (SVN) when they register on the TinBo app. This virtual number lets them keep a Philippine number, so they can receive important texts and calls at local rates with no need for a physical SIM card.
It also lets OFWs get one-time passwords from Philippine banks, e-wallets, and government apps, which are important for managing their accounts from abroad.
More importantly, it makes it easier for their loved ones to reach them and allows free access to important services like the OWWA Helpline 1348 and the CFO Anti-Human Trafficking Hotline 1343.
Access to Digital Services
Beyond communication, the TinBo app acts as a digital companion packed with value-driven features. From bill payments and digital banking to entertainment and gift-giving options, TinBo caters to the unique needs of Filipinos abroad.
The partnership also includes a ₱399 mWell Health Pass voucher, giving OFWs convenient access to digital health consultations and wellness services. This way, they can stay on top of their health, even from overseas.
Support Before and After Deployment
Under the partnership, PLDT integrates the TinBo app into Staffhouse’s pre-departure orientation seminar to give OFWs tools that extend far beyond the recruitment stage. Filipino workers are not only briefed on their job responsibilities but are also introduced to ways they can stay connected, manage finances, and maintain their overall well-being while abroad.
This dual approach—combining OFW recruitment services with tech-enabled transitions is smoother and more sustainable for workers in the long run.
Staffhouse’s Commitment to OFW Welfare
With over 25 years of experience, Staffhouse has built a reputation for integrity and excellence in overseas recruitment. We adhere to a strict non-fee charging policy so that candidates are not burdened with placement fees—a practice that aligns with ethical recruitment standards and protects the rights of Filipino workers.
But Staffhouse’s commitment doesn’t stop at deployment. We actively seek ways to support workers beyond their contracts, continuously evolving to address the real-world challenges OFWs face. Partnering with PLDT Global is a clear extension of this mission.
By offering practical digital tools and health-related benefits, we enhance our value proposition to both employees and employers looking for a recruitment partner that prioritizes worker welfare and post-deployment support.
Rocky Dela Vega, Chief Strategy Officer at Staffhouse, highlighted that their partnership with PLDT Global reflects their dedication to ethical recruitment and offering full support to Filipino workers.
He added, “By incorporating TinBo into our PDOS, we make sure that OFWs are not only ready for their new jobs but also have the resources to stay connected and manage their finances well.”
Looking Ahead: More Innovations for OFWs
This partnership is just one of many initiatives aimed at redefining the OFW experience. As both organizations look to the future, there’s a clear desire to bring more innovations to the table—solutions that are responsive, accessible, and truly meaningful.
For Staffhouse, it’s part of an ongoing mission to go beyond recruitment and actively contribute to a better, more empowered life for every Filipino working overseas. For PLDT Global, it’s another step in bringing digital convenience to every Filipino, no matter where they are in the world.
Together, they’re sending a powerful message: OFWs deserve more than just job placements—they deserve a support system that evolves with them wherever their journey takes them.
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