DSWD Hiring 2026
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is hiring in 2026, with multiple government job opportunities posted through the official Civil Service Commission (CSC) Job Portal. The vacancies covered in this guide include positions under DSWD CAR, DSWD Caraga, and DSWD Field Office I, including Project Development Officers, Social Welfare Officers, and an Administrative Officer.
Based on the vacancy figures supplied with the job links, the postings represent at least 215 vacancies, plus one additional CSC listing for which no vacancy count was supplied. The official CSC postings provide the corresponding position titles, plantilla item numbers, salary grades, monthly salaries, qualification standards, application requirements, deadlines, and application destinations.
Applicants should carefully review each vacancy and submit complete documents before the specified deadline. Incomplete applications may not be entertained.
1. Project Development Officer II – 20 Vacancies
The Project Development Officer II position is assigned to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division of DSWD Caraga. It is a Salary Grade 15 government position intended for applicants with a relevant bachelor’s degree, professional civil service eligibility, relevant training, and work experience.
Job Details
- Agency: Department of Social Welfare and Development – Caraga
- Position: Project Development Officer II
- Place of Assignment: Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-PDO2-353-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 15
- Monthly Salary: ₱42,178.00
- Eligibility: CS Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 1 year of relevant experience
- Posting Date: August 13, 2026
- Application Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
- Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital photo, CS Form No. 212 Revised 2025, digitally or electronically signed
- Performance rating from the last rating period, if applicable
- Proof of eligibility, rating, or license
- Transcript of Records
Where to Send the Application
Qualified applicants may hand in or send their application through the appropriate official application channel to:
MARI-FLOR A. DOLLAGA-LIBANG
Director IV
R. Palma Street, Brgy. Dagohoy
Butuan City
Online Application Portal: https://caraga-iris.dswd.gov.ph
The CSC posting states that applications with incomplete documents will not be entertained.
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5456511
2. Social Welfare Officer IV – 20 Vacancies
This Social Welfare Officer IV vacancy is assigned to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division of DSWD Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). Applicants must be Registered Social Workers and meet the required education, training, and experience standards.
Job Details
- Position: Social Welfare Officer IV
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-SOCWO4-114-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 22
- Monthly Salary: ₱81,796.00
- Eligibility: RA 1080 – Registered Social Worker
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Training: 16 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit a fully accomplished and notarized PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, proof of eligibility or professional license, Transcript of Records, training certificates, Certificate of Employment, and Special Order or certification showing supervisory functions when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Applicants must first complete the online application at:
https://car.dswd.gov.ph/jobs
Application requirements must then be sent to:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Use the email subject format APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION. Failure to follow the application procedure may result in non-acceptance of the application.
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455548
3. Administrative Officer IV (Budget Officer II) – 30 Vacancies
The Administrative Officer IV (Budget Officer II) position is assigned to the Financial Management Division – Budget Section of DSWD CAR. The post is suitable for qualified applicants with a bachelor’s degree relevant to the job and second-level civil service eligibility.
Job Details
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-ADOF4-90-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 15
- Monthly Salary: ₱42,178.00
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 1 year of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Applicants must prepare the notarized PDS and Work Experience Sheet, latest performance rating if applicable, eligibility documents, Transcript of Records, certificates of training, Certificate of Employment, and supervisory certification or Special Order when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Complete the online application through:
https://car.dswd.gov.ph/jobs
Then submit the required electronic documents to:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455546
4. Social Welfare Officer III – 45 Vacancies
The Social Welfare Officer III position is another professional social welfare opportunity under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division. Registered Social Workers with the required experience and training may qualify.
Job Details
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-SOCWO3-134-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 18
- Monthly Salary: ₱53,818.00
- Eligibility: RA 1080 – Registered Social Worker
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Training: 8 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 2 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Submit the notarized Personal Data Sheet with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, proof of professional eligibility or license, Transcript of Records, training certificates, Certificate of Employment, and supervisory-function certification when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Apply online at:
https://car.dswd.gov.ph/jobs
Send the electronic application requirements to:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455543
5. Social Welfare Officer IV – 20 Vacancies
This Social Welfare Officer IV vacancy carries Salary Grade 22 and is assigned to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division.
Job Details
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-SOCWO4-115-2026
- Monthly Salary: ₱81,796.00
- Eligibility: RA 1080 – Registered Social Worker
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Training: 16 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Applicants need a notarized PDS with Work Experience Sheet, latest performance rating if applicable, proof of license or eligibility, Transcript of Records, certificates of training, Certificate of Employment, and supervisory certification when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Online application:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455541
6. Project Development Officer III –10 Vacancies
The Project Development Officer III is a Salary Grade 18 position under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division.
Job Details
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-PDO3-84-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 18
- Monthly Salary: ₱53,818.00
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 8 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 2 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Requirements include the notarized PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, eligibility documents, Transcript of Records, training certificates, Certificate of Employment, and supervisory certification when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Complete the application at:
https://car.dswd.gov.ph/jobs
Submit documents to:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455542
7. Social Welfare Officer IV – 20 Vacancies
This CSC posting is for a Social Welfare Officer IV under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program Division. The official PDF displays Plantilla Item Number OSEC-DSWDB-SOCWO4-114-2026.
Job Details
- Salary Grade: SG 22
- Monthly Salary: ₱81,796.00
- Eligibility: RA 1080 – Registered Social Worker
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Training: 16 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Submit the notarized PDS and Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, professional license or eligibility proof, Transcript of Records, training certificates, Certificate of Employment, and supervisory certification when applicable.
Where to Send the Application
Online application:
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455540
8. Social Welfare Officer IV
Another Social Welfare Officer IV posting under DSWD CAR is identified by Plantilla Item Number OSEC-DSWDB-SOCWO4-113-2026.
Job Details
- Salary Grade: SG 22
- Monthly Salary: ₱81,796.00
- Eligibility: RA 1080 – Registered Social Worker
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- Training: 16 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
- Deadline: August 23, 2026
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit the notarized PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating when applicable, proof of professional license or eligibility, Transcript of Records, training certificates, Certificate of Employment, and applicable supervisory certification.
Where to Send the Application
Online application:
https://car.dswd.gov.ph/jobs
Ms. Rina Claire L. Reyes
Chief Administrative Officer
#40 North Drive
Baguio City 2600
Email: recruitment.focar@dswd.gov.ph
Email Subject: APPLICANT REFERENCE CODE – POSITION
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5455539
9. Project Development Officer II – 100 Vacancies
The final listing is for Project Development Officer II positions under DSWD Field Office I, with assignments in different City and Municipal Operations Offices throughout Region I. The CSC posting carries Salary Grade 15 with a monthly salary of ₱42,178.00.
Job Details
- Agency: Department of Social Welfare and Development – Region I
- Position: Project Development Officer II
- Place of Assignment: Different City/Municipal Operations Offices in Region I
- Plantilla Item Number: OSEC-DSWDB-PDO2-78-2026
- Salary Grade: SG 15
- Monthly Salary: ₱42,178.00
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional / Second Level Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours of relevant training
- Experience: 1 year of relevant experience
- Posting Date: August 12, 2026
- Deadline: 5:00 PM, August 22, 2026
Required Application Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Application letter
- Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital photograph, CS Form No. 212 Revised 2025, digitally or electronically signed
- Photocopy of Transcript of Records and Diploma
- Photocopies of certificates of training and seminars attended
- Certificate of Employment and/or Service Record
- Photocopy of certificate of eligibility, rating, or license
- Certification from the school for master’s units earned or completed, if applicable
- Performance rating from the last rating period, if applicable
Where to Send the Application
Qualified applicants may hand in, send by courier, email, or use the application channel identified in the CSC posting:
MARIE ANGELA S. GOPALAN
Regional Director
DSWD Field Office 1
City of San Fernando, La Union
Email: application.fo1@dswd.gov.ph
Online Application Form:
https://forms.gle/pTK9R8ok4JrQj43SA
Applications must be submitted on or before 5:00 PM on August 22, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5452267
Important Application Reminders
Applicants interested in these DSWD job vacancies for 2026 should carefully compare their education, civil service eligibility or professional license, relevant training, and work experience against the minimum qualification standards before submitting an application.
For the DSWD CAR vacancies, applicants must complete the online application and then email the required documents to the official recruitment address. The CSC postings specifically warn that failure to comply with the prescribed application process may result in non-acceptance.
Applicants should also make sure that scanned or electronic documents are readable, that their Personal Data Sheet and Work Experience Sheet are properly accomplished, and that all documents required by the particular vacancy are included before the deadline.
Conclusion
The DSWD Hiring 2026 listings provide opportunities for qualified professionals seeking permanent or plantilla-based government career opportunities in social welfare, program development, budgeting, and public service. With at least 215 vacancies indicated across the supplied vacancy counts, these openings may be particularly relevant to Registered Social Workers, Civil Service Professional eligibles, and bachelor’s degree holders with applicable training and experience.
Deadlines are approaching quickly: most DSWD CAR and Caraga vacancies close on August 23, 2026, while the DSWD Region I Project Development Officer II application closes at 5:00 PM on August 22, 2026.
Applicants should use the corresponding official CSC Job Portal link for each vacancy, follow the agency’s prescribed application procedure, submit complete documentary requirements, and verify all details before final submission.