THE OFFICIAL GAZETTE OF THE • VOLUME NO. 82 • OCTOBER 2019 RoughDeckLog

NEWS STORY PH NAVY DEPLOYS NEWLY ACQUIRED MPACS TO MINDANAO p.6 PHILIPPINE NAVY SEIZES P150-M WORTH TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN SULU p.7 PHILIPPINE NAVY WINS AGAP'S ‘MOST OUTSTANDING ACCOUNTING OFFICE AWARD' p.8

FEATURE ARTICLE SHIFTING GEARS: BUILDING NSSC'S CAPACITYp.18 SAIL-PLAN CORNER SAIL PLAN MANAGERS HONE THEIR SKILLS IN SITUATION MANAGEMENT p.25

THE NAVAL LEADER 3RD LEG PN GOVERNANCE FORUM TACKLES SPACE TECHNOLOGY p.27

1 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 1 CONTENT RoughDeckLog

Editorial Board 06 VADM ROBERT A EMPEDRAD AFP Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy ABOUT THE COVER RADM DANTE M HIDALGO AFP The oldest fighting ship of the Philippine Navy (PN), BRP Cebu (PS28), retires from the naval Vice Commander, Philippine Navy service in a decommissioning ceremony held at Captain Salvo Pier, Naval Base Heraclano Alano, RADM REY T DELA CRUZ AFP Cavite City. Chief of Naval Staff 14 07 COL EDWIN JOSEPH H OLAER PN(M)(MNSA) Assistant Chief of Naval Staff for Civil Military VOLUME NO. 82 • OCTOBER 2019 ISSUE Operations, N7 MORALE & WEFARE 17 Actor Rocco Nacino officially joins PN reserve force Editorial Staff 4 4 Ways to be an Exceptional Leader Editor-In-Chief Protecting 5 Epilepsy FEATURED ARTICLE LCDR MARIA CHRISTINA A ROXAS PN 18 Shifting Gears: Building NSSC’s Capacity Editorial Assistants NEWS STORIES 23 Simultaneous Personnel-Payroll LT ENRICO T PAYONGAYONG PN the Seas, 6 PH Navy deploys newly acquired MPACs Reconciliation and Cleansing LT RYAN H LUNA PN to Mindanao 24 Simultaneous Personnel-Payroll Reconcili- LT RANDY P GARBO PN 7 Philippine Navy seizes P150-M worth ation and Cleansing Securing tobacco products in Sulu Technical Assistants SAIL-PLAN CORNER SK3 Elvin F Macatangay PN 7 PH Navy’s oldest fighting ship retires YN3 Dexter M Dimabayao PN our Future 8 Philippine Navy wins AGAP’s ‘Most 25 Sail Plan Managers hone their skills in YN3 Gino G Gullon PN Outstanding Accounting Office Award’ Situation Management DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions ET3 Oliver B Francisco PN 10 2 Indonesian Navy warships visit the THE NAVAL LEADER CPL Wenly M Ortega PN(M) expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily 27 3rd Leg PN Governance Forum tackles S1JO Glazy M Namia PN 11 Indian Navy ships dock in for Space Technology S1JO Melchor M Alcala Jr PN reflect the official policy or position of goodwill visit the Philippine Navy, the Armed Forces S1JO Al-Zoren N Zamora PN 12 Naval Forces West participates in AFP ANNOUNCEMENT S1PH Carmelo B Homo PN of the Philippines, and the Philippine Joint Exercise ‘DAGIT-PA’ 2019 Government. 28 3rd Leg PN Governance Forum S1PH Basir M Lauddin PN 13 Australian Navy ship in Zamboanga for tackles Space Technology S2PH Ray Ban E Sinfuego PN Share your story. Send us your news Maritime Training Activity NEED TO KNOW S2JO Ronald A Pataueg PN and feature articles at navy.speak@ 14 Navy joins Battle of Sibuyan Sea 75th S2PH Hans Bryan E Lim PN gmail.com for inclusion in the next PN commemoration 29 RPS Raja Soliman (D-66) S2PH Ryan Albert C Sanchez PN Rough Deck Log issue. BRP Conrado Yap participates in Battle of 29 Service Stripe S2PH Joseph C Angue PN 14 Surigao Strait commemoration S2DP Charisma N Narvaza PN NAVAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE 15 Team NAVFORSOL Joins National 30 FACEBOOK CORNER S2PH Mark John P Navarro PN Headquarters Philippine Navy, Maritime Week (NMW) 2019 S2JO Cyrin Ann T Guingona PN Naval Station Jose Andrada 16 NFEM welcomes the BRP Conrado Yap 1st Presidential Silent Drill Competition S2PH Sherwin D Donato PN 2335 Roxas Boulevard, Manila (PS39) in Davao Mr. Karl Thomas L Rosello CE Phone Number: (02) 523-3438 Ms. Ariane Joy A Rodelas CE Mobile Number: (+63) 917-569-6840

2 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 3 MORALE & WELFARE

How to beat workplace stress Obesity and source: https://shepherdsfriendly.co.uk Overweight source: https://www.doh.gov.ph HELP Start by reaching out Talk your concerns over with your employer or Obesity and overweight are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation HR manager. Having face-to-face conversations that may impair health. The health consequences include: cardiovascular diseases can often solve issues faster and can be an (mainly heart and stroke); diabetes; Musculoskeletal disorders (osteoarthritis, a effective way of blowing off steam. It’s also more highly disabling degenerative disease of the joints); and cancer (endometrial, personal and makes it easier to convey emotion. breast, and colon). CAUSES PREVENTION/TREATMENT • Increased intake of foods that • Limit high-calorie food intake are high in fat, salt, and sugars but are • Limit sugar intake Look for support at home low in vitamins, minerals, and essential • Eat more fruits and vegetables, A strong network of supportive friends and nutrients legumes, whole grains, and nuts family members is extremely important to • Decreased physical activity due to • Engage in regular physical managing stress in all areas of your life. The act of the sedentary nature of many forms of activity ‘talking it out’ and getting support and sympathy work, c ha ng i ng modes of t ra n spor t at ion, • Achieve energy balance and a can help you to regain your sense of calm. and increasing urbanization healthy weight

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS TO MEASURE OUR BMI WE CAN • Increased weight USE THE FOLLOWING FORMULA: • Thickness around the midsection Review your diet / presence of extra fat around the waist WEIGHT (lbs) • Obvious areas of fat deposits BMI = x 703 Your food choices can have a huge impact on 2 • Large body frame HEIGHT (in) how you feel during the work day. Eating small, • Difficulty in doing daily frequent and healthy meals can help your body to or activities maintain an even level of blood sugar, keeping your • Lethargy WEIGHT (kg) energy and focus up, and avoiding mood swings. BMI = • Breathlessness HEIGHT (m) x HEIGHT (m) • A higher than normal body mass index and waist circumference (Body mass index is a measure of an adult’s weight in relation to his or her Get active height.) Try to incorporate more exercise into your working day. Physical activity produces endorphins - a BODY MASS INDEX CATEGORIES: chemical in the brain that acts as a natural Underweight = <18.5 painkiller - and also improves the ability to sleep, Normal Weight = 18.5 – 24.9 which in turn reduces stress. Overweight = 25 – 29.9 Obese = BMI of 30 or greater the body mass

4 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 5 NEWS STORIES Philippine Navy seizes P150-M worth Tobacco Products in Sulu PH Navy deploys newly by: Naval Forces Western MIndanao PAO

The Naval Forces Western Mindanao’s activities within the country’s EEZ acquired MPACs to Mindanao operating elements of the Naval Task such as smuggling, human trafficking by: Capt. Salvador Henry H. Quinto PN(MNSA) Group Sulu seized Motor Launch and poaching. (M/L) 3 Brothers in vicinity waters The Philippine Navy, through the East of Tara island, Siasi, Sulu on Oct. On a day-to-day basis, PN patrols Philippine Fleet, deployed two of 27. have been intercepting lawless the newly acquired Multi-Purpose elements – poachers, smugglers, Attack Craft (MPAC) Mark III to On or about 01:20 p.m. on said pirates, human traffickers and the like Naval Operating Forces in a send- date, involved units launched anti- – at sea to protect Philippine economic, off ceremony at Captain Moya Boat smuggling operations which led to environmental, and security interests. Landing, Sangley Point, Cavite City the successful interception of the said The rise in number of open-sea on Oct. 16. motor launch loaded with more or less apprehensions has resulted from 10,000 cases of imported Fort and other more efficient collection of summaries These MPACs are part of the assorted cigarettes with an estimated of information and from more rapid recently activated Fourth Boat Attack market value of P150 million pesos. deployment by an organization that is Division of the Littoral Combat Force. These brand new, highly Initial investigation revealed that said well adapted to a dynamic maritime One will be assigned under the maneuverable fast crafts play a crucial smuggled tobacco products came from environment. operational control of Naval Forces role in strengthening the country’s Malaysia. ▪ Eastern Mindanao while the other littoral defense and improve maritime one is underway to Naval Forces interdiction capability. Like their Said motor launch was escorted Western Mindanao in support of the missile-capable predecessors, these to Ensign Majini Pier, Naval Station ongoing anti-kidnapping operations MPACs will soon be equipped with Romulo Espaldon, Zamboanga City of the AFP in the area. machine gun and missile systems, together with its crew for proper making them more lethal and capable documentation and were then turned In his remarks, the deputy of delivering precision fire against over to the Bureau of Customs. The commander of Philippine Fleet, the enemies within the littoral. said apprehension is the result of the Commo. Wilfredo Burgunio gave ▪ Philippine Navy’s relentless conduct emphasis on the value of naval of maritime patrols to prevent illegal vessels in the Naval Operating Forces as he graced the ceremony. He further reminded the departing sailors to “continue making the Navy proud as you serve PH Navy’s oldest fighting ship retires the Naval Operating Forces as well as the civilian The oldest fighting ship of the BRP Cebu rendered 71 years of populace who will need Philippine Navy (PN), BRP Cebu credible service to the PN and our your service in the area (PS28), has retired from the naval maritime nation. and as you perform your service in a decommissioning duties.” ceremony held at Captain Salvo Pier, The vessel was a patrol ship of Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Cavite the Philippine Navy originally built City on Oct. 01. as USS PCE-881, a warship for the

6 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 7 United States Navy during World Commander, Rear Adm. Giovanni sector who toil without fanfare War II. It was transferred to the PN in Carlo J. Bacordo represented the despite the pressure and despite the July 1948 and renamed as RPS CEBU PH Navy wins Flag Officer In Command, Philippine misconception that they are rule- (E-28) after the Philippine province Navy, Vice Adm. Robert Empedrad based and overly strict. of the same name. BRP Cebu, along in receiving this prestigious award. with other World War II-ERA ships AGAP’s ‘Most Together with him were: Commo. “This award provides the of the PN, was considered as among Alberto A. Cruz, The Naval rationale to strive to do better to rise the oldest active fighting ships in the Internal Auditor; Cmdr. Ronald Rey and give more than what is usual,” world today. Outstanding Labastida, Deputy, Office of Naval she added. Financial Management; and Ms. Leah One of its most notable A Pongyan, Chief, Naval Accounting Meanwhile, Rear Adm. Bacordo accomplishments was the conduct of Accounting Service Office. This was the first time said, “Indeed, this is an affirmation search and rescue operations to the that Philippine Navy received this that the Philippine Navy is on the MV Princess of the Stars of Sulpicio award from this institution. right track towards pursuing its Lines, which capsized off the coast of Office Award’ vision of becoming stronger and San Fernando, at the height According to AGAP National more credible Navy. It will continue of typhoon Frank on June 22, 2008. The Philippine Navy received President, Tina Rose Marie Canda, to remain its commitment in its an Award for Most Outstanding this is an event where the awards ma ndate to ser ve ou r ma r it i me nat ion The commander of Philippine Accounting Office during the for Outstanding Accounting Offices by ensuring to grow innovatively Fleet, Rear Adm. Giovanni opening day of Association of are handed out annually. It is a and excel in all of its endeavors.” Carlo J. Bacordo presided the Government Accountants of the recognition of the improved internal decommissioning ceremony. In Philippines (AGAP) convention processes of a non-government As a government institution, the his remarks, Rear Adm.Bacordo seminar held last October 23 agencies, local government units and PN will always uphold the essence expressed sadness in “her at Atrium Limketkai Center in government owned and controlled of “Public Service is a Public Trust,” decommissioning,” addidng that, Cagayan de Oro City. corporations. It further serves to we are in one with the cause of “we are happy because of her recognize the dedication of the men the Filipino people towards good decommissioning we will be able to The Philippine Fleet and women of the financial service governance. accommodate newer platforms for ▪ the Philippine Navy.”

He concluded by underscoring the importance of resting older ships in our inventory to give way for new platforms as the PN continues pursuing modernization.▪

8 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 9 2 Indonesian Navy warships Indian Navy ships dock in visit the Philippines Manila for goodwill visit

Two vessels in the service of by a briefing related to security and Indian Navy Ship (INS) Sahyadri (F- PN headquarters. Series of confidence Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional health aboard one of the Indonesian 49), a Shivalik-class guided missile building engagements between PN Indonesia-Angkatan Laut) berthed ships. , along with Kamorta-class and IN personnel were also conducted at Alava Pier, Subic Bay Freeport antisubmarine warfare such as goodwill games and reciprocal Zone, Olongapo City on Oct. 15 for a The visiting navy personnel INS Kiltan (P-30) arrived at Pier 15, receptions that created avenue for goodwill visit to the Philippines that engaged with their Filipino South Harbor, Manila on Oct. 23 cultural exchanges. will conclude on Oct. 18. counterparts during confidence commencing a four-day goodwill visit building activities including shipboard to the Philippines. Moreover, PN personnel were Bung Tomo-class corvette KRI tour, reciprocal receptions and given a chance to tour and familiarize (Kapal perang Republik Indonesia friendly games. TNI-AL delegates are The visiting contingent from Indian with the IN vessels to enhance their translated as Republic of Indonesia also scheduled to render a courtesy Navy’s Eastern Naval Command knowledge in concept of Indian naval Warship) John Lie (358) and SIGMA- call to the commander of Zambales- is composed of around 350 navy operations and equipment especially class corvette KRI Frans Kaisiepo based Naval Education, Training personnel headed by the commanding that these ships represent the ‘coming- (368) compose the TNI-AL Port Visit and Doctrine Command, Rear Adm. officer of F-49 Capt. Ashwin Arvind. of-age’ of India’s warship building Task Force 2019 headed by First Adm. Loumer Bernabe. A send-off ceremony A welcome ceremony was accorded capabilities. (Commodore) Rahmad Eko Raharjo, with customary Passing Exercise by Philippine Navy (PN) delegates the commander of the Sea Combat (PASSEX) capped off said visit. headed by Sealift Amphibious Force Their arrival to the country is Group. This task force of around 260 Commander Capt. Ernesto Baldovino part of IN’s overseas deployment to navy personnel is currently deployed Indonesia is among our ASEAN followed by a port briefing about South East Asia and Western Pacific. to establish diplomatic relations and partner navies that the Philippines has security and health aboard F-49. Before heading to the Philippines, the promote Indonesian culture and annual collaborations with in maritime two vessels aided Japan after being tourism. realm such as the conduct of coordinated In his statement, Capt. Arvind battered by Typhoon Hagibis. border maritime patrol dubbed as described the relationship of India The arriving warships were wel- CORPAT PHILINDO and the PN-TNI and its navy with the Philippines as Indian Navy regularly visits comed and escorted by Philippine Navy-to-Navy Cooperation Meeting. “very important” which is “evident the country and engages with their Navy (PN) ship BRP Emilio Jacinto from the high-level exchange of visit” Filipino counterparts which manifest (PS35) in the vicinity of Morong, It was the second good- citing the recent state visit of their a sustained promotion of regional Bataan. PN delegation h e a d e d will visit of Indone- president. He further specified the peace and stability and enhancement by the commander sian Navy to the importance of maintaining “beyond of maritime cooperation. It further of Fleet-Marine Ready country this just professional” friendship with the highlights the military facet of India- Force, Commo. Toribio year following PN as strategic since “the importance Philippines relations established in Adaci Jr. received the the arrival of their of Indo-Pacific region is intricately 1949 and further cemented with the visiting navy upon ar- training ship KRI linked with the Philippines.” signing of Treaty of Friendship in 1952. rival at the port followed Bima Suci last August which It also coincides with the recent state once again a manifestation As part of their visit, Capt. Arvind visit of Indian President Ram Nath of sustained promotion of regional together with leading officers of the Kovind which added significance peace and stability and enhancement IN contingent rendered a courtesy to the commemoration of the two of maritime cooperation between call to the acting Navy Chief, Rear countries’ 70th year of diplomatic the neighboring navies.▪ Adm. Giovanni Carlo Bacordo at the relations.▪

10 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 11 Naval Forces West participates in Australian Navy ship in Zamboanga AFP Joint Exercise ‘DAGIT-PA’ 2019 for Maritime Training Activity by: Lcdr. Cecilio B. Gines PN by: Naval Forces Western Mindanao PAO

The Philippine Navy through the Naval The Western Mindanao Command, Area of Operations. Forces West (NFW) participated in the through the Naval Forces Western recently concluded AFP Joint Exercise Mindanao, welcomed Her Majesty The conduct of the MTA Dagit, Langit, Lupa (AJEX “DAGIT- Australian Ship (HMAS) Ararat further enhances the maritime PA”) 2019 held in Puerto Princesa (ACPB 89), an Armadale Class Patrol interoperability, professional City, Palawan from Sept. 16 to 19. It Boat of the Royal Australian Navy competence and operational is the forerunner of Exercise “Dagit” (RAN) in a ceremony at Ensign Majini capabilities, mutual cooperation and conducted between the Philippine Pier, Naval Station Romulo Espaldon understanding between the PN and Navy (PN) and the Philippine Air on Oct. 14. RAN. Force (PAF). The arrival of the HMAS The PN as a whole is assured that DAGIT-PA (“Dagat,Langit,Lupa”) Ararat (ACPB 89) marked the the strong defence relationship and is an AFP-wide exercise aimed at commencement of the 9th Combined continuous conduct of combined enhancing interoperability and joint Maritime Training Activity between maritime training activity with operations among the three branches of the Philippine Navy (PN) and RAN the RAN will further improve service. The latest iteration integrated this year. its capabilities and service to the disciplines of Special Operations maritime nation especially in the Forces, Cyber Groups and Reservist. The City Vice Mayor of Western Mindanao region. Zamboanga, Hon. Rommel Agan who ▪ This year’s DAGIT-PA was the 3rd represented Mayor Maria Isabelle G iteration conducted unilaterally with Climaco-Salazar, welcomed the men the three branches of the Armed Forces and women of HMAS Ararat with of the Philippines. conduct of internal security operations. Mr. Richard Sisson, Deputy Head of The AFP Chief of Staff wanted to Mission of the Australian Embassy. The activities included joint ensure that we have the capability to Maritime and Air Surveillance; apply the unilateral defense plan and In the message of the Commander, Intelligence Surveillance and AFP joint operating concept among Western Mindanao Command, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Range many others to ensure the effectiveness Lt. Gen. Cirilito E. Sobejana, he Clearance in connection with Gunnery of the troops when operating in a joint emphasized that the conduct of the Exercise (GUNEX) serial; Surface and operations environment. Maritime Training Activity will be Air GUNEX on a common surface a big deterrent to the enemies of the target; Maritime and Air Interdiction The AJEX was officially state so that they will think twice operations; High Risk Visit Board conceptualized and executed in 2017 in crossing the maritime domain Search and Seizure (VBSS) on a virtual under the auspices of the newly covered by Western Mindanao Gas Oil Platform (GOPLAT) and activated AFPETDCOM. The exercise Command. Search and Rescue: traces its roots from the Navy-Air Force interoperability exercise dubbed The 9th Combined PN-RAN The conduct of joint exercise as “DAGIT” which features air-sea Maritime Training Activity ran from benefited the AFP to strengthen battle concept training which started Oct. 14 to Nov. 06 and will cover the territorial defense capabilities and in the early .▪ Naval Task Group Sulu and Basilan

12 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 13 inauguration of the memorial site The Battle of Surigao Strait and museum that overlook Surigao transpired between allied forces Navy joins Battle of Sibuyan Strait in Punta Bilar. Commodore and Imperial Japanese Navy. It was Antonio Palces, Commander, Naval part of the larger Battle of Leyte Gulf th Forces Eastern Mindanao, Philippine during World War II, considered Sea 75 Commemoration Navy representative together with the to be the greatest naval battles in by: Office of Naval Strategic Studies Provincial Government of Surigao, the entire Pacific campaign in the foreign dignitaries from Australia, S econd World Wa r. T he v ic tor y of t he The Philippine Navy (PN), in commemorative symposium was held Japan and US and other World War II allied force was led to the eventual partnership with the Department later in the afternoon wherein Mr. Filipino veterans were present during liberation of the Philippines from of History of the University of the Patrick John Mansujeto from the Office the event. the Japanese occupation. Philippines-Diliman, the Provincial of Naval Strategic Studies delivered Government of Romblon, the lectures about the Battle of Sibuyan Upon arrival at Surigao Pier, PS39, The Philippine Navy Municipality of Alcantara, and Sea and the Second World War in the skippered by Capt. Marco Buena, participation shows the continuing the Philippine Normal University Philippines. conducted an Open Ship to the general commitment in promoting peace commemorated the 75th Anniversary public. More or less 500 Surigaonons and development. It is one of the of the Battle of Sibuyan Sea with a Seventy-five years ago today, the visited the PN ship and participated PN’s way of expressing patriotic ceremony here earlier today. Allied Forces fought the Imperial in the ship tour including Mayor pride that Filipino citizen may Japanese Navy in the Battle of Sibuyan Ernesto Matubas Jr. of Surigao City look upon in order to promote the The commander of Naval Forces Sea during the Second World War. It and Governor Arlene “Kaka” Bag-ao of national peace and order in the Southern Luzon, Commo. Jose Ma was part of the larger Battle of Leyte Province of Dinagat Island. community. Ambrocio Ezpeleta attended the Gulf, considered to be the greatest ▪ ceremony representing the Navy naval battle in history. It exemplified Chief, who also delivered a message a complex naval warfare in an inland in the latter’s behalf. The sailors of sea, in which, the infamous Japanese BRP Tausug (LC-295), headed by battleship, Musashi, one of the two Team NAVFORSOL joins Lt. Cmdr. Michael Volante, fired largest battleships ever built, was sunk. the 21-gun salute during the wreath It has always been a victory of the National Maritime Week 2019 laying ceremony while the Philippine Allied Forces, that led to the eventual by: Naval Forces Southern Luzon PAO Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Team liberation of the Philippines from the graced the morning activities. A Japanese Occupation. The Naval Forces ▪ Southern Luzon led by its Commander, Capt. Jose Ma Ambrosio Q Ezpeleta, participated BRP Conrado Yap participates in Battle in the celebration of National Maritime Week (NMW) with the of Surigao Strait commemoration theme “Empowering Women in the Maritime The Philippine Navy through its Passing Exercise (PASSEX) together Community” last Sept. latest acquired corvette, BRP Conrado with Royal Australian Navy ships, 23 to 27 in Legazpi City, Yap (PS-39) participated in the 75th HMAS Stewart and HMAS Leuwen, off Albay. Anniversary of the Battle of Surigao the vicinity of Surigao Pier, Surigao City. Strait on Oct 25. BRP Ismael Lomibao (PC-383), on the National Maritime other hand, ferried the media to cover Week is celebrated As part of the “Show the Flag” the event. Part of the commemoration under the Proclamation Nr 1094. In is the observance of the National mission, BRP Conrado Yap conducted was the wreath laying ceremony and line with National Maritime Week Seafarers Day, National Maritime

14 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 15 Day, and National Maritime Week. The Forces Southern Luzon Spearheaded. weeklong celebration recognizes the vital role of Filipino seafarers including The weeklong activity was organized Actor Rocco Nacino officially the Philippine Navy in the country’s by the Philippine Ports Authority Region economic growth and development. V together with different stakeholders joins PN reserve force from the Maritime Industry, Non- by: Naval Reseved Command PAO Various activities such as Wreath Government Organizations (NGO’s), Civil Laying, tribute to the fallen Sailors, Society Organizations (CSO’s), People’s Motorcade, Zumba, and Fun Run were Organization (PO’s), members from the Local celebrity Enrico Raphael conducted including the highlight of Academe and from the Local Community “Rocco” Nacino officially joined the which is Simulation Exercise Naval Sector. roll of Philippine Navy reservists after ▪ completing the Basic Citizens Military Training (BCMT) in a graduation ceremony held at Naval Station Jose NFEM welcomes BRP Conrado Francisco here Saturday, October 26. Nacino graduated with honors for obtaining the highest grade in Yap (PS39) in Davao Physical Fitness Test among the 43 by: Ms. Noreen M San Luis Civ HR reservist participants of BCMT Class 01-2019. Present in the activity were knowledge and skills to qualify them The Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao led private entities. the commander of 21st Naval Group in the reserve force. by its Commander, Commo. Antonio Reserve, NCR Capt. Aldrin Cuna and C. Palces, welcomed BRP Conrado PS39 is the newest commissioned the commander of Naval Reserve The integration of the naval Yap (PS39) at Sasa Wharf, Sasa, Davao vessel in the Philippine Navy which Center (NRCen) NCR Capt. Redentor reservists in the various facets of the City last Oct. 30. Davao City was its was formerly named Republic of Korea Cortezano. organization has proven to be very first Port of Call in connection with its Navy (ROKN) Pohang-class corvette effective and invaluable. This not only “Show the Flag” mission. Chungju (PCC-762). It is considered The actor, who earlier expressed his helps the organization create a more as one of the “most powerful floating desire to volunteer as a PN reservist, positive image for the PN and the The guest of honor of the activity assets” in the Philippine Navy’s entered the program facilitated by AFP but also plays significant roles was Hon Mayor -Carpio inventory. BRP Conrado Yap beefs NRCen-NCR. BCMT is an entry level in addressing the various challenges represented by Retired Police Lt Col. up the Navy’s frontline defense in military training course undertaken by in terms of manpower, training and Angel Borres Sumagaysay, Head safeguarding our maritime nation and Filipino citizens wanting to enlist in the resources, which are crucial now that of the Public Safety and Security territorial limits. reserve force. This three-month long your navy is working its way towards Command Center (PSSCC) together training aims to provide the reservist becoming a stronger and more credible with Lt. Gen. Felimon T. Santos Jr., The ship was named after Conrado participants with the basic military organization. Commander of Eastern Mindanao Yap, a captain in the Philippine Army ▪ Command as the Presiding Officer. who served in the as part Also present were commanders from of the Philippine Expeditionary Forces different units, Local Government to Korea. He is one of the recipient of Units, Non- Government Agencies, the Philippines’ highest military award Non- Government Organizations, and for courage, the Medal of Valor.▪

16 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 17 FEATURE ARTICLES Career Progression were delved into. requires a complete number of Finally, for the Leadership perspective, people who are physically, mentally Organizational Culture and the system and skillfully-capable of performing of giving Rewards, Recognition and designated tasks. Having an efficient Retention were assessed. workforce starts with recruiting and Building hiring the right people. Primarily, the NSSC CBS aims Shifting NSSC’s to strengthen the manpower of the To do this, NSSC has devised a Command by ensuring that all Surface Recruitment and Engagement Plan, Capacity Warfare Naval Systems Engineering streamlining the ways on how to entice (SW-NSE) personnel are provided new breed into the service. Likewise, Gears: with ample trainings and are assigned standard qualifications were set in by: Ms. Anne Suzanne M. Baligat CE to billets where their skills can be best order to get the right set of people maximized. with the right set of education, skills, When organizations begin to rise or With the modernization relevant experience and expertise. fall, it can only be attributed to one program unfolding, the Through comprehensive analyses factor – its most vital resource – people. Philippine Navy is challenged of personnel and training, a number Carrying out the mandate to with naval assets that have modern of key steps were devised by the NSSC conduct selective recruitment, NSSC An organization cannot exist weaponry and systems which are Technical Working Groups. The idea posted a call for Naval Officers without people who build and unfortunately mostly unknown to it. behind the strategy encompasses the and Enlisted Personnel over its compose it. And in order for one to To combat this gap, ample training of management of SW-NSE personnel official Facebook page last July and stand firm through the test of times, the technical know-how is essential. throughout the progression of their September. Also, the SW-NSE FOS the foundation of its people should be naval career. Hence, NSSC envisions Center conducted its first ever pre- solidified. And to guarantee that the PN uses change that will not only impact NSSC selection process, having applicants naval assets to the optimum level, but will create a domino effect to the undergo written examination and The Philippine Navy (PN), despite sustainment must be learned alongside Philippine Fleet and the Philippine initial interview aboard NSSC. Of being governed by mandates and its operation. And this is where NSSC’s Navy. the total 106 applicants entertained, policies, is no stranger to the concept mandate lies. Although lot of initiatives 83 passed the pre-selection and of valuing its people. In fact, the PN have been proposed to upgrade and With confidence, NSSC deems that were subsequently endorsed to Human Capital Strategy was created modernize the materiel and facilities the strategy will solve the underlying the Naval Personnel Management to give importance to the value of the of NSSC, what seems to be left behind challenges faced by the Naval Center (NPMC) to undergo the hiring organization’s workforce. is the personnel management and Shipyard, the Naval Combat Systems procedure. training – two of the most fundamental Center, and even the Philippine Fleet. Taking this to heart, the Naval Sea resources that an organization needs to And that addressing the current state Creating Experts Systems Command (NSSC) crafted be able to sustain. of SW-NSE Field of Specialization the NSSC Capacity Building Strategy Center and the Naval Sea Systems Filling the personnel requirement (CBS) with personnel growth and The strategy’s objective is to resolve Training Center will serve as the gate of the Philippine Fleet is one of NSSC’s development in mind. But more challenges through action plans valve that will catalyze change the duties. But making sure that the people importantly, the Command envisions involving five perspectives, namely Command desires. they assign are the ones the Fleet that this strategy satisfies its primary :Personnel, Doctrine, Organization, actually needs, is no easy task. Just as stakeholder – the Philippine Fleet. Training, and Leadership. For Increasing the Force how an engine can function properly Personnel perspective, qualifications to a piece of machinery, not all navy Being a support Command, and skill sets were analyzed. For As the Navy strengthens its personnel can be assigned with any NSSC‘s mandate lies in ensuring the Doctrine, Organization, and Training armed Fleet, it must also increase and all tasks. Each SW-NSE personnel operational readiness of the Fleet by components like Engagement and its manpower. However, such force must specialize on certain skills. providing quality maintenance and Recruitment, Education and Training, cannot be deemed sufficient by repair, technical training, and research Assignment and Placement, and Full filling up the numbers alone. More For officers, SW-NSE FOS requires & development. Management of NSE FOS and Effective importantly, a steady naval force them to have engineering backgrounds

18 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 19 which they can use in performing their mock-ups and reorganization to work each time the vessel category changes. which often leads to errors; the 8am- duties as Naval and Marine Engineers, out properly. 5pm mindset; compliance-mindset; Damage Control and Combat Systems Similar to other Unified Commands, non-observance of office protocol Officers. While, there are 13 ratings Aligning Expertise the Philippine Navy has in its disposal, and professional etiquette; tardiness, SW-NSE Enlisted Personnel must a civilian workforce. Although covered and the improper addressing of co- become experts on. Along with the delegation of the primarily by the governing policies workers between military and civilian Surface Warfare sub-specialization of the Civil Service Commission personnel. To date, NSSC has a total number Naval Systems Engineering (SW- (CSC), PN Civilian Employees (CEs) of 91 NSE Officers and 6,604 EP that NSE) Field of Specialization (FOS) still abide by the policies imposed or Further, even the inevitable are spread across the country. to the NSSC, authority was given observed by the military. rotation of military personnel creates to the Command to manage the a challenging situation. The lack of In response to the Command’s Assignment Administration, Training Their career progression, on knowledge transfer upon rotation of strategy, the Philippine Fleet has Administration, Career Progression, the other hand, is another matter. a military personnel creates a vacuum ordered the relief of ninety-five (95) EP Professional Development, and As prescribed by the guidelines of – leaving behind personnel that is who lack specialization and are now Ratings and Badges of all SW-NSE the CSC, career progression among lost, much less confused on what is currently assigned in NSSC to undergo personnel. permanent employees will happen required to be done. Specialization courses. In return, NSSC upon promotion to the next rank or has assigned 95 personnel to PF who This entails the SW-NSE FOS office position. However, the promotion Separately, these factors may seem recently graduated basic and advanced to manage the career of every SW-NSE is dependent upon the vacancy of a harmless but collectively, they can specialization courses. personnel from the moment they enter, particular position or creation thereof. create a demeaning reputation to the stay and exit the military service. Also, Command. At its current state, NSSC In order to address the needs of to ensure that the careers of the NSE Unlike in the military where personnel are far behind in committing maintenance and repair of most if personnel progress, a career path or promotion to the next higher rank to doing everything in excellence and not all naval assets, the NSSTC has progression was created for HME and is dictated by length of service, CEs in making sure every action they make developed equipment-specific courses WCE officer and enlisted personnel, can only apply for promotion if there does not tarnish the reputation of the that will enable SW-NSE personnel according to vessel category. is a vacant position. Otherwise, CEs Command. Because of this, change is to have expertise on each and every remain in their positions, with having being established to diminish if not type of system the Navy has in its For example. the shipboard only step increments in their salaries. completely eradicate the complacent inventory. By doing so, the concept billeting of HME Officers which will Another option is for them to find culture. of “not knowing” how to perform take five years to complete will follow a position with a higher rank and intermediate, depot and organizational this sequence: salary outside of their current office Instilling pride among NSSC level of repair on every ship category assignments. personnel is one of the objectives of the will be mitigated. • Engineering Officer 1 for said plan. To do this a competition was Category 3 or 4 vessels Changing the Dominant Culture held that chose the winning mascot On the other hand, the PN created • Engineering Officer 2 aboard seven additional EP ratings that will Category 1 vessels Apart from recruiting the right cater to the anticipated arrival of • Engineering Officer 3 in people, giving ample training and modern HME and WCE equipment Category 2 vessels efficient career placement and and systems. While the acquisition of • Engineering Officer 4 in assignment, changing the way things new assets includes training or short Category 3 vessels are done in the Command that hamper courses, these focus more on vessel • Engineering Officer 5 aboard mission accomplishment is another operation rather than its maintenance. Category 4 vessels. target of the NSSC CBS. Because of this, it is the Command’s job to provide trainings for maintenance This progression aims to ensure Through the years, certain mindsets and repair. that all SW-NSE personnel progress have been practiced by most if not all or develop in terms of knowledge NSSC employees that hamper optimal Additionally, these trainings will and skills. Each SW-NSE personnel is productivity. These include everyday require additional personnel, facility, assigned to a higher different position office manners such as the ‘copy-paste’

20 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 21 design. The beaver was chosen as the work-related problems as challenges Command mascot because beavers for learning and self-improvement. are the hardworking engineers of the Simultaneous Personnel-Payroll animal kingdom. Laying out the Course Reconciliation and Cleansing From all the entries submitted, an The different aspects mentioned by: SN2 Lejane F Vallesteros PN entry was chosen to represent the SW- are all pieces of a big puzzle – the NSE Team. bigger picture of which is to satisfy This Center conducted simultaneous Reconciliation, and Termination. Data the needs of the Philippine Fleet. But Personnel-Payroll Reconciliation and Gathering Phase - The first phase of Apart from this, the Culture in order to achieve this, the Naval Sea Cleansing Activity to different PN the PPRC activity. This covers the Change Management Committee Systems Command must consult with Units last May 07, 08, 28 to 30, June 18 information dissemination, gathering was created to take charge of the its only stakeholder and make sure to 21 and July 03. The purpose of said of the data, and submission of PPRC culture change management plan. At they are sailing together towards the scheme is to ensure that all personnel report by the deployed PPRC Team. present, the committee is conducting same course. will be subjected to PPRC and to Workshop and Reconciliation Phase - comprehensive research on the avoid the occurrence of having our The second phase of the PPRC activity Command’s internal situation. Consequently, the first consultative personnel undergone PPRC for more wherein all NFSUs together with meeting with the Fleet took place last than one occasion due to reassignment CPMU, FC3 and representative from NSSC’s desired state is anything 10 July, followed by another in 19 from one unit to another which in NPMC meet to validate the tabulated but complacent. Here, the Command September. Both activities delved into a way resulted to morale issue. The PPRC results and Termination - The envisions a proactive NSSC culture. the concepts of the Capacity Building geographical assignment/deployment third and last phase of the PPRC One that is built upon personnel Strategy and how it will benefit the PF. of PN units was the basis to where activity. It involves the submission who have strong sense of pride, Because of it, common understanding the PN personnel shall appear/attend of consolidated and validated PPRC belongingness and camaraderie; was reached to synchronize all efforts for the PPRC activity. report to Higher Headquarters. All a workforce that has proactive, to make necessary preparations for the PN personnel will be subjected to reactive, excellence and mission future electronic capability of the PN. Various PPRC team were PPRC. However, only officers with driven mindset; and individuals who deployed to different PN Units all the rank of O-5 and below will be have great attention to detail and And though the NSSC CBS is laid over the Archipelago. Each team was required to personally appear during diligently observes office protocol and out for a five-year run, the expected composed of officers, EP and Civ PPRC activity or to any NFSU. On the professional etiquette. impact of its effective implementation HRs from HPNFC, CPMU and NFSU other hand senior officers (O-6 and is envisioned to positively affect personnel. PPRC aims to validate the up) will not be required to personally Upon the successful creation future generations. And with proper correctness and completeness of the appear but they shall also submit and establishment of change, all and sufficient support, the combined personnel information in the pay slips the PPRC requirements set-forth. complacent thinking must be replaced efforts of NSSC and the PF will create (i.e birth date, ETE, rank and rating), Further, for accounting purposes their by a proactive mindset – one that will positive and holistic changes to the PN identify, personnel with assignment whereabouts will be based on the enable each NSSC personnel to face organization. based collateral claims and ascertain Seniority Lineal List (SLL) and units’ ▪ the personnel with overpayment roster of troops. Personnel who are due to demotion/reassignment. In on foreign schooling and deployment addition to its mission, the conduct of shall not be required to physically said activity is to ensure an accurate appear during PPRC but they shall payroll as basis of payment of Pay and submit a copy of their orders and Allowances (P/A) and other claims of the PPRC requirements during the personnel. scheduled PPRC or to any NFSU.

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The PPRC is a year round activity. A radio message notifying PN It is composed of three phases namely Personnel who did not comply with Data gathering, Workshop and the PPRC activity as found during the

22 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 23 workshop/reconciliation shall be personnel who failed to appear and complainant. The merit of complaint/s is enjoined to be extra vigilant and sent. They shall be given not later comply with the PPRC requirements. will be reviewed and validated prior watchful to fight and curb all forms of than Jan. 31 of the following year Upon approval of HPN, the LBP referral to appropriate investigative illegal and illicit activities that bring to comply. The final PPRC report ATM payroll account of concerned office for proper disposition. If the menace to the organization. shall be submitted to Headquarters PN personnel will be tagged or put complaint is meritorious under the Philippine Navy (Attn: N1) not later on hold. Upon complying the PPRC system, the senders/complainants will As the Philippine Navy continues than Feb. 05 of the following year. requirements, the LBP ATM payroll be informed in writing or through email to improve our systems and The report shall include among account of concerned PN personnel by OTNIG as well as the concerned PN processes, all PN personnel are highly others the request for tagging of will be untagged. unit/staff officeregarding the status of encouraged to help the organization ▪ their complaints and the actions taken in pursuing our dream of becoming a in resolving their grievances. strong and credible navy. The Naval Inspector General ensures to monitor The Flag Officer In Command all PN personnel’s actions to be in OTNIG promotes Electronic of the Philippine Navy, Vice Adm. accordance with the existing policies Robert A. Empedrad gave emphasis in and by-laws. The utilization/use of Suggestion Box (E-BOX) his Command Guidance to boost the the OTNIG’s E-Box to formally elevate personnel morale and provide welfare the issues and concerns to the Higher by: The Office of the Naval Inspector General in addressing major issues that affects Headquarters is highly encouraged. the performance of the Philippine As one of the American Presidents The Office of the Naval Inspector Navy and perform mandated task the asked in his Cabinet, “If not us, who? General (OTNIG) initiated the right and honorable way. Everyone And if not now, when?” establishment of Electronic Suggestion ▪ Box (E-Box) to supplement the conduct of Leadership, Morale and Discipline Survey (LMDS) and dialogue with personnel 24/7. This feedback SAIL PLAN CORNER mechanism broadens the concerns not only on personnel issue but also on matters of policy and procedure. Any PN unit/personnel may air not only their grievances and concerns, Recommendations (optional); and, but also their recommendation for required action on the part of the Sail Plan Managers hone their improvement on matters pertaining Higher Headquarters (optional). The to, but not limited to the following confidentiality on the persona of the areas: operational readiness; policies, sender/complainant is guaranteed, skills in Situation Management practices, and procedures; security and unless it is deemed necessary to by: Ms. Hannah Joy D. Alcomendas Civ HR safety violations; abuses of authority disclose their names during the affecting the unit morale; and, delivery investigation proceedings. The Situation Management on managing situations in strategy of support services for immediate Workshop was held last Oct. 15 to execution and even in their daily action and speedy redress. Mails submitted to OTNIG’s E-Box 16 aboard PNOC Main Dining Hall, lives. email address [email protected] will Bonifacio Naval Station, Taguig To ensure the legitimacy of the be forwarded to Navy Chief for his City. The Philippine Navy, through The Workshop was facilitated by complaint, pertinent information information and to the units/offices/ CNLE, in partnership with the Mr. Sun Yee Ho, Managing Partner, are needed such as: (a) Name, staff concerned for their appropriate Decision Processes International DPI-Philippines, and Ms. Steffi designation and contact number of action. The system is administered by (DPI) – Philippines Inc., conducted Allison A Villa, Associate Consultant, the complainant; (b) Unit assignment; TNIG’s authorized Officer to maintain the Workshop to further enhance who introduced new approaches (c) Detailed description of concern/s; the integrity of the email address and the capacities of HPN Staff Heads of and tools for solving problems (d) Observations (optional); (e) to ensure confidentiality of the sender/ Offices and Chiefs of Staff of PN Units and making decisions. Apart from

24 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 25 NAVAL LEADER lectures, the participants appreciated practices, the Situation Management the Framework even more through Framework offers new approaches in group case studies that helped them dealing with situations and making apply what they have learned. decisions, instead of leveraging on spur of emotions and personal rd The first day of the Workshop biases. The lectures provided a 3 Leg PN Governance Forum began with an Opening Remarks walk-through on the specific steps delivered by the Director, CNLE, Col. in understanding the root cause of tackles Space Technology Arturo G. Rojas. This was followed a problem and identifying the right i m mediately by a n i nt roduc t ion on t he approach in dealing with a particular By: Ms. Hannah Joy D. Alcomendas Civ HR Situation Management Framework situation. This will serve as basis in and an overview on the six tools to be choosing a course of action based on The third leg of the Philippine Navy discussed in the succeeding lectures. the selection criteria. In making any Governance Forum (PNGF) Series 2019 Afterwards, Ms. Villa discussed decision, the “musts” or “minimum was conducted on Oct. 22 at the Multi- Situation Analysis, Problem Analysis requirements” must be differentiated Purpose Hall, Headquarters Philippine and Decision Analysis. from the “wants” or “nice to have.” Navy, Naval Station Jose Andrada, In this way, all decisions will be Roxas Boulevard, Manila with Dr. During the second day, the made more objectively and are Rogel Mari Sese, Program Leader facilitators proceeded with the based on the best option out of many of the National Space Development lectures on Potential Problem and possibilities. Program, as the Guest Speaker for Opportunity Analysis. This was the topic, “Space Technology and its followed by lectures on Creative While The Navy Embarks On Significance to National Security and Process and Situation Analysis. Another Transformation Milestone Development.” The last lecture was on Meeting Beyond 2020, it will encounter Policy: national security and Management which comprehensively more challenges that are far more More than a hundred Philippine development, hazard management discussed ways on ensuring that each complicated than it has previously Navy (PN) personnel, led by Commo. and climate studies, space research meeting is conduct fruitfully and dealt with. This is precisely why Nichols A. Driz, Commander of the and development, systematically. the navy must continue to adapt Naval Installation Command and capacity building, space education by exploring newer and more Commo. Alberto A. Cruz, The Naval and awareness, and international The closing ceremony was held in comprehensive ways on addressing Internal Auditor, gathered together for cooperation. These, according to Dr. the afternoon with the Chief of Naval challenges in strategy execution. the said forum. The activity was also Sese, are what the newly-created Staff, Commo. Rey T. Dela Cruz, as With the skills and dedication of graced by guests from the AFP General Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) will Chief Sail Plan Officer who delivered Sail Plan managers and champions Headquarters, Philippine Air Force, work on in the long run. his closing remarks. alike, the Navy will remain steadfast Philippine Army, Philippine National in realizing its vision for 2020 and Police and the Department of National The very interesting and In comparison with common beyond. Defense. The forum was also shown to knowledge-filled presentation of Dr. ▪ all naval forces across the country via Sese was followed with an ecstatic video teleconferencing. response from the audience during the open forum wherein among the things Under the said topic, Dr. Rogel discussed is how the defense sector Mari Sese shared the history of can fully maximize the services of space technology in the country, PhilSA for the development of national the Philippine space program and security and defense. Expressing policy, and the relevance of satellite his gratitude for the awareness technology for security and defense. and knowledge shared by Dr. Sese, Dr. Sese further discussed the six key Commo. Driz, who represented the development areas of the Philippine Flag Officer In Command, PN, stated Space Development and Utilization during his closing remarks, “Here in

26 PHILIPPINE NAV Y PN ROUGHDECKLOG 27 NEED TO KNOW the Philippine Navy, it is about time for Naval Leadership and Excellence us to consider the crucial role of space (CNLE), conducts the Philippine Navy in our future naval systems in order Governance Forum (PNGF) Series to cope up with evolving challenges to serve as a platform to strengthen HISTORY in the 21st century... Space technology the culture of excellence and is a new opportunity not only for the professionalism in the organization Navy, but also for the other branches through the sharing of best practices of service and the entire country itself.” on leadership, governance, and other areas of strategic importance to the RPS RAJAH SOLIMAN (D-66) The PN, through the Center for Navy. ▪ RPS Rajah Soliman (D-66) was a destroyer escort/ frigate that served with the Philippine Navy between 1960 and 1964. A Buckley- class destroyer escort, it was originally named USS Bowers during its previous service with the United States Navy. It was the first destroyer escort to be operated by the Philippine Navy, and is the only member of its class ever operated by the service. Rajah Soliman was also the flagship of the Philippine Navy during its time in commission, which ended with the sinking of the vessel in 1964.

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