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ExpatJimbo
  1/16/2018 09:28 EST

Hello all! I am a US-based dual Philippine-US citizen who is exploring options to move back to the Philippines to be closer to family. One big hurdle that I face is employment -- the need to have a job in my field.

My skills are primarily in web content writing/editing/administration, digital project management, social media management, content management systems, and coordinating/leading web redesigns for nonprofit organizations in the US. I've been trying to network with like-minded professionals in the Philippines but so far have been unsuccessful.

Is anyone aware of online communities or forums devoted to web careers in the Philippines and in Southeast Asia? I'd love to have a forum to just ask questions and gain insights on the local scene from people in the field.

Thanks for any leads or info!

GoldWarrior
  1/16/2018 16:17 EST

I think it would be difficult to find gainful employment here if you are viewed as a foreigner.

There are a lot of Filipinos with your skills here.

Are you Filipino or American or "FilAm"?

I understand that you have dual citizenship but your nationality might be a factor.

Have you considered freelancing?

There are websites for freelancers to post their skillsets as independent contractors.

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SerenityN0w
  1/16/2018 16:32 EST

I'm with GoldWarrior (GW)-- you'll be competing with so many locals and as GW suggested maybe a better initial strategy is to look for a job/gig that allows you to work remote from the Philippines. Checkout remote.co,, elance and guru websites . You should also probably checkout linkedin and post your question in quora. Good luck!

ExpatJimbo
  1/16/2018 17:31 EST

Hello, thanks for responding to my question! I am Fil-Am. My family moved to the US when I was 12 years old and I am now in my 40s seeking opportunities to work in the Philippines to be closer to family. I am aware of the two tiers of employment in the Philippines -- the Expat track and the Local track -- and the differences in pay scales and the various issues involved. My preference, of course, would be to be paid higher (expat track) but I am wary and aware of issues that may arise when such pay disparities exist between the two tracks.

What freelance sites do you recommend?

ExpatJimbo
  1/16/2018 17:33 EST

Thank you very much! I appreciate your feedback and the suggestions of freelance sites to check out.

As far as professional networking, is that sort of thing done in the Philippines especially for web careers? I also want to network and get to know people in the field for informational purposes.

GoldWarrior
  1/16/2018 18:20 EST

I used to use eLance. Think they changed their name to Upwork or something like that.

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GoldWarrior
  1/16/2018 18:21 EST

JAG......Just Ask Google

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