UP Manila DRRM - H Program

📘 UP MANILA LAUNCHES THE 3RD EDITION OF THE DRRM MANUAL

One of the highlights of the 118th UP Foundation Celebration Kick-Off Program was the launch of the 3rd Edition of the UP Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Manual on June 16, 2026, at the UP Manila Museum of A History of Ideas.

The ceremonial launch was led by Dr. Michael L. Tee, Chancellor of UP Manila, together with Dr. Carlos Primero D. Gundran, Head of the UP Manila DRRM-H Program.

The Third Edition builds on the University’s continuing efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience, following the launch of its first edition in 2013 and second edition in 2019. This latest edition reflects updated approaches and institutional practices in disaster prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, coordination, and risk reduction.

The manual will serve as an essential guide for the UP Manila community, fostering a systematic, coordinated, and health-centered approach to disaster risk reduction and management while reinforcing the University’s commitment to protecting lives and building a safer, better-prepared, and more resilient academic and healthcare community.

“Alay ng UPM sa Kalusugan ng Bayan: Sa Dangal at Husay, Serbisyo ang Gabay.”

The University of the Philippines Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health Program (UPM DRRM-H) successfully conducted the Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) and Triage Training Course last May 20-22, 2026.

The three-day training course was attended by nurses, nursing attendants, medical technologists, researchers, and radiologic technologists from the Philippine Academic Society for Climate and Disaster Resilience, Inc., National Kidney and Transplant Institute, Médecins Sans Frontières.

Throughout the training, participants engaged in lectures, discussions, and triage simulation exercises that strengthened their knowledge and practical skills in managing mass casualty incidents and responding effectively during emergencies.

Congratulations to all participants for successfully completing the training course and for taking another step toward stronger emergency preparedness and response.

𝐁𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲. 𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝. 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌-𝐇.

📌To register, kindly go through this link: bit.ly/DRRM-HTrainings
📞For inquiries, contact us at:
📱0956-316-9795
☎️881-41-279
📩Email: [email protected]

The University of the Philippines Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health Program (UPM DRRM-H) successfully conducted the Basic Emergency Response Team Simulation Training (BERTST) last May 13-14, 2026.

Participants from National Kidney and Transplant Institute, UP Manila College of Medicine, National Graduate Office for the Health Services, National Teacher Training Center for the Health Professions, Bataan Peninsula State University Main Campus College of Arts and Sciences, and the Philippine Academic Society for Climate and Disaster Resilience took part in immersive and hands-on simulations using Emergo Train System.

Through the training, participants learned the essential emergency response skills, including command, communication, and contribution under the Incident Command System (ICS). The program also strengthened teamwork, leadership, and decision-making during high-pressure situations.

Congratulations to all participants for successfully completing the training and for showing commitment to disaster preparedness and resilient community building!

𝐁𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲. 𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝. 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌-𝐇.

📌To register, kindly go through this link: bit.ly/DRRM-HTrainings
📞For inquiries, contact us at:
📱0956-316-9795
☎️881-41-279
📩Email: [email protected]

Earthquake Information No.1
Date and Time: 08 June 2026 - 07:37 AM
Magnitude = 7.0
Depth = 010 km
Location = 05.99°N, 125.17°E - 013 km S 0° W of City Of General Santos ( )

Reported Intensities:
Intensity VII - CITY OF GENERAL SANTOS
Intensity VI - Palimbang, and Senator Ninoy Aquino, SULTAN KUDARAT
Intensity V - CITY OF DAVAO; City of Kidapawan, and Carmen, COTABATO; Bagumbayan, Kalamansig, and President Quirino, SULTAN KUDARAT; Sibuco, and Siocon, ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE
Intensity IV - City of Mati, DAVAO ORIENTAL; Buug, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY; Caraga, Manay, and Tarragona, DAVAO ORIENTAL
Intensity III - CITY OF BUTUAN; Mainit, SURIGAO DEL NORTE; City of Dapitan, ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE; Kumalarang, Vincenzo Sagun, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR
Intensity II - City of Dipolog, Labason, Liloy, President Manuel A. Roxas, and Salug ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE; Alicia, Ipil, Mabuhay, Olutanga, and Siay, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY; Molave, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR; Abuyog, and Dulag, LEYTE; San Francisco, SOUTHERN LEYTE

Instrumental intensities:
Intensity VII - City of Koronadal, SARANGANI; Santa Maria, DAVAO OCCIDENTAL
Intensity V - CITY OF DAVAO
Intensity III - Abuyog, LEYTE
Intensity II - San Francisco, SOUTHERN LEYTE; Dulag, LEYTE




https://earthquake.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/2026_Earthquake_Information/June/2026_0607_233747_B1.html

📣 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆
The UP Manila DRRM-H Program is looking for a 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 to be part of our team.

Requirements:
✅Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Sciences, DRRM, or any health-related or social science course
✅Strong research and technical writing skills, with the ability to draft technical reports, training modules, and manuscript
✅Willing to work onsite (Manila Office). Deployment to disaster-stricken areas will be conducted as needed
✅Background in facilitating workshops or M&E is an advantage
✅ Can start immediately

Responsibilities:
✅ Prepare technical reports, training modules, and manuscript
✅ Facilitate in training and workshop activities
✅ Assist in data gathering and conduct data analysis
✅ Prepare presentations as needed
✅ Work on other duties assigned by the Project Leader

Interested applicants may send their CVs to [email protected], with the email subject: Job Application - DRRM-H Program: Project Technical Assistant_[Surname] on or before 11 June 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

The Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) and Triage Training, organized by the UP Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health (DRRM-H) Program, was successfully conducted from April 20-22, 2026.

Participants from National Kidney and Transplant Institute and TechFactors Inc. engaged in interactive sessions and improved their emergency response and triage skills over three days. The training included lectures, practical drills, and simulation exercises that replicated real-life scenarios and prepared participants to act during a mass casualty incident. This initiative is another step toward improving the preparedness and resilience of the emergency response community.

Be ready. Be prepared. Train with UP Manila DRRM-H!

📞For inquiries, contact us at:
📱0956-316-9795
☎️881-41-279
📩Email: [email protected]

📣 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆
The UP Manila DRRM-H Program is looking for a 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐖𝐞𝐛 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 to be part of our team.

Requirements:
✅Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, with at least 1 year of professional experience in programming and software development.
✅Advanced skills in Dart/Flutter, React.js, and production-level experience with Next.js
Proficient in Node.js, Express.js, and Next.js for backend; experienced in designing secure RESTful APIs and managing SQL and NoSQL databases.
✅Skilled in deploying applications on Windows Server and Ubuntu/Linux, setting up LAN-based hosting, reverse proxies, SSL certificates, and offline synchronization strategies.
✅Proficient in Git workflows, Agile/Scrum SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and software architecture principles, with strong collaboration and codebase management skills.
✅Willing to work onsite (Manila Office)

Interested applicants may send their CVs to [email protected], with the email subject: Job Application - DRRM-H Program: Full Stack Developer_[Surname] on or before 26 May 2026, 3pm. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📢 𝐁𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝. 𝐁𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲. 𝐁𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝.

Take the first step toward becoming a capable responder in times of crisis through the Basic Emergency Response Team Simulation Training (BERTST) by the UP Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health (DRRM-H) Program.
Gain hands-on experience and essential competencies in 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, and 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (3Cs)—key pillars in effective emergency response and disaster management. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to act when it matters most.

🗓️ Choose your preferred schedule and reserve your slot today!
💡 Limited slots available—don’t miss this opportunity to be trained and prepared.

📌 Register here: bit.ly/DRRM-HTrainings
Note: Our previous registration link (bit.ly/BERTST) is no longer active. Kindly use the updated link above.

For inquiries and upcoming training schedules:
📱 0956-316-9795
☎️ 881-41-279
📩 [email protected]

𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝. 𝐁𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝. 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.

Train with UP Manila DRRM-H today.

📢 Enroll Now in the Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) and Triage Training!

The UP Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health Program (DRRM-H) is offering the Mass Casualty Incident and Triage Training Course to help participants gain the essential knowledge and skills needed during mass casualty incidents.
This training will cover the purpose and process of triage, using various disaster triage system algorithms. Participants will engage in case-scenario-based simulation exercises to enhance their competence in triaging, and will be trained to respond with advanced knowledge, practical skills, and the proper attitude needed in real-life emergency situations.

🗓️ Secure your slot now—limited slots available!

📌 Register here: bit.ly/DRRM-HTrainings
Note: Our previous registration link (bit.ly/MCI-UPM) is no longer active. Please use the updated link above.

📞 For inquiries and future training schedules:
📱 0956-316-9795
☎️ 881-41-279
📩 [email protected]

𝐁𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲. 𝐁𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬.

Train with UP Manila DRRM-H today.

📣 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆
The UP Manila DRRM-H Program is looking for a 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐖𝐞𝐛 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 to be part of our team.

Requirements:
✅Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, with at least 1 year of professional experience in programming and software development.
✅Advanced skills in Dart/Flutter, React.js, and production-level experience with Next.js
Proficient in Node.js, Express.js, and Next.js for backend; experienced in designing secure RESTful APIs and managing SQL and NoSQL databases.
✅Skilled in deploying applications on Windows Server and Ubuntu/Linux, setting up LAN-based hosting, reverse proxies, SSL certificates, and offline synchronization strategies.
✅Proficient in Git workflows, Agile/Scrum SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and software architecture principles, with strong collaboration and codebase management skills.
✅Willing to work onsite (Manila Office)

Interested applicants may send their CVs to [email protected], with the email subject: Job Application - DRRM-H Program: Full Stack Developer_[Surname] on or before 12 May 2026, 3pm. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.