Jollibee Group, its social responsibility arm Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF), and the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) launched a strategic partnership for enhanced workforce development and higher education. The partnership will enhance PUP's curriculum in response to industry requirements, establish ongoing learning opportunities for Jollibee staff, and build a business intelligence hub with a PHP 5 million donation from JGF.
The collaboration was sealed with a signing ceremony, during which Chief Human Resources Officer of Jollibee Group Philippines and HR Head of Jollibee International Ruth Angeles reaffirmed the company's commitment to building a sustainable talent pipeline. She pointed out the program's emphasis on preparing students with industry-relevant skills, encouraging knowledge sharing between industry and academia, and enabling the company's employees.
Angeles stressed that happiness is at the center of Jollibee's employer brand developing a working environment that fosters purpose, self-improvement, and strong feelings of belonging among company employees.
“Collaboration is key in ensuring that both our employees and the next generation of talents are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to thrive,” Angeles said. “By doing so, we empower individuals to build careers where they feel inspired every day. When we create opportunities for people to Choose Joy, we build a stronger workforce, a stronger industry, and a brighter future for our country”.
Gisela Tiongson, President of JGF, emphasized the broader societal impact of the partnership, noting that education is a critical driver of social mobility and economic progress.
“Through this collaboration, we hope not just to shape careers, but also to shape futures,” Tiongson shared. “We want to create pathways for students and employees to gain the knowledge and hands-on experience they need to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society by combining PUP’s academic excellence with our expertise”.
The partnership underscores JGF, Jollibee Group, and PUP’s shared commitment to equipping future professionals and employees with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to thrive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
