Ordinance No. 2023-047

Summary/Additional Info:

Promotes the employment of qualified and willing senior citizens in both public and private sectors within Naga City. This ordinance aligns with national laws such as RA 9994 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act), RA 10911 (Anti-Age Discrimination in Employment Act), and RA 11350 (National Commission of Senior Citizens Act). Key provisions include:

• Job reservation: Encourages allocation of 5% of public and private job positions for senior citizens.
• Incentives: Offers 15% additional tax deduction from gross income for private entities hiring senior citizens for at least 6 months.
• Support mechanisms:
  • Free processing of employment documents and notarial services for indigent senior hires
  • Job matching and profiling by Metro PESO
  • Skills development and training via OSCA and partner agencies (e.g., computer literacy, vocational training)
• Employment safeguards: Prohibits discrimination, hazardous assignments, forced retirement, or denial of promotions based solely on age.
• Monitoring: OSCA, PESO, and CHO are tasked with worksite inspections and rights protection.
• Recognition and penalties: Awards for compliant employers; fines and imprisonment for fraudulent incentive claims.

This ordinance reinforces Naga City’s commitment to productive aging, inclusive labor policies, and intergenerational solidarity, helping senior citizens remain active contributors to the community.