OCESL director inducted to National Volunteer Resource Pool
(L-R) Novee E. Maestrecampo Jr., OCESL director, with PNVSCA Executive Director Donald James Gawe
Novee E. Maestrecampo Jr., Office of Community Engagement and Service-Learning (OCESL) director, was officially sworn in as a member of the National Volunteerism Resource Pool (NVRP) by the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) on December 12, 2023.
The induction ceremony was officiated by Civil Service Commissioner Atty. Karlo Alexei B. Nograles and PNVSCA Executive Director Donald James Gawe at Century Park Manila.
In his role within the NVRP, Maestrecampo joins hands with volunteerism experts from various sectors, including national government agencies, local government units, the academe, civil society organizations, volunteer service/involving organizations, and independent consultants. Together, they aim to champion the cause of volunteerism, providing valuable assistance and technical expertise in establishing and managing volunteer programs.
The NVRP stands as a pivotal component of the PNVSCA’s broader initiative. It strategically engages experts to enhance the capacities of the public, businesses, and civil society organizations in volunteer management. By leveraging the expertise of seasoned volunteers, the NVRP contributes to creating a more conducive environment for volunteering, aligning with the overarching goal of fostering a culture of service and community engagement.
(Story and photos from the SU OCESL)
Maestrecampo (3rd from the right) during his induction as a member of the National Volunteerism Resource Pool.
Maestrecampo (3rd from the right) during his induction as a member of the National Volunteerism Resource Pool.
