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CURRICULUM VITAE

NAME : ANTONIO R. OBSIOMA DATE OF BIRTH : 13 November 1955 PLACE OF BIRTH : Igpit, Opol, Misamis Oriental NATIONALITY : Filipino

ADDRESS

Local : Blk 7 Lot 34 Edelweiss St., Green Meadows Subdivision, Sto. Niño, Davao City 8022

Office Address : University of the Philippines Mindanao, Mintal,

Davao City 8022 Email address : arobsioma_1997@yahoo.com

EDUCATION : Ph.D. Animal Science, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, College, Laguna, 1992.

MS in Animal Science, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, College, Laguna, 1985. BS in Agriculture (Animal Science), University of the Philippines, Los Baños, College, Laguna, 1980. Advanced ROTC, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, 1979.

TRAINING/EXTENSION/COMMUNITY SERVICE/ACTION PROGRAMS ORGANIZED:

Implementation of community projects within the service coverage of the Rotary Club of Calinan Davao as Club President for Rotary Year 2007-2008. National and Local Training Programs on Artificial Insemination and Pregnancy Diagnosis for LGU and NGO Technicians. National and Local Training Programs on Clinical Aspects of Female Buffalo Reproduction and Artificial Insemination for LGU technicians.

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Farmers’ Training and Seminar on Backyard Carabao Production System/Carabao Upgrading Program (Regions 4 and 5). Farmers’ Training on “Pagsasanay ng Pag-aalaga ng Gatasang Kalabaw o Buffalo” (Region 4). Estrus Synchronization and Artificial Insemination Organized and Conducted at Village Level Nationwide.

Training Programs Conducted with Local Government Units on Environmental and Natural Resources Management Planning in Region 11. Resource person on livelihood (livestock-based) projects for Philippine communities (Philippine Business for Social Progress).

SPECIAL PROJECTS INVOLVEMENT/ GOVERNMENT MISSION (FOREIGN):

Conducted a research on “Superovulation in Ruminants (Shiba Goats)” in Tokyo University and Tsukuba University, Japan under the auspices of DOST-JSPS Programme. Observed and followed up on the 1993 research activities under the DOST-JSPS Collaborative Program, Tokyo, Japan. Management Practices for Mediterranean Buffaloes in Some Commercial Buffalo Dairy Farm, Italy, March 16-18, 1995 (Farm Visit and Observation Trip). Member of the Selection and Testing Team for Bulgarian Buffalo Importation by DA-PCC from Bulgaria, March 16, 1995 – April 5, 1995.

CONSULTANCY/ PROJECTS:

: Project Leader, Mindanao Cattle Research and Development Project, (Department of Agriculture funded project), BAI Compound, San Gabriel Station, UP Mindanao, Mintal, Tugbok District, Davao City, 2013-present.

: Project Leader: Participatory/ Resource Appraisal Resource & Social Assessment: Sugbongcogon, Misamis Oriental. Final Report. Mindanao Rural Development Program-APL2 (MRDP-APL2), NRM

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Component.

: Project Consultant: Participatory/ Resource Appraisal Resource & Social Assessment: Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte. Mindanao Rural Development Program-APL2 (MRDP-APL2), NRM Component.

Project Leader: Impact and effectiveness of Materials Recovery Facilities as a strategy to reduce solid wastes of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur; Panabo City; Samal Island; and Davao City (SanPaSaDa) Communities, funded by Philippine Commission on Population Development, April – November 2008.

Project Team Leader: Impact and effectiveness of Materials Recovery Facilities as a strategy to reduce solid wastes of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur; Panabo City; Samal Island; and Davao City (SanPaSaDa) Communities, funded by Philippine Commission on Population Development, April – November 2008.

Consultant: Five(5)-Year Development and Implementation Plan for Sustainable and Environment-Friendly Livelihood Projects for the Taiheyo Cement Impact Communities in San Fernando, Cebu, Philippines (site assessment and plan preparation component). April-May 2007.

Project Consultant: Development of the Tagpako Estate (Livestock Component), Gingoog, Misamis Oriental, (preparation of a feasibility study for a livestock project for the Tagpako Estate Cooperative), funded by the Department of Agrarian Reform.

: Study Leader/Project Leader: Development of Cow-Calf-Draft Production System in Sta. Barbara, Pangasinan, (development of a cow-calf-draft production system under a rice-based crop production system), funded by IRRI-IDRC-UPLB, Jan 1992 – March 1995.

: Chief Scientific Investigator, IAEA Research Grant, conducted researches on carabao reproduction and nutrition interaction using the radioimmunoassay techniques. January 1988 – December 1991.

: Study Leader/Project Leader, Development of Cow-

Calf-Draft (Cattle) Production System in Sta. Barbara, Pangasinan, IRRI-IDRC Project, 1987-1991.

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INSTITUTIONAL BUILDING : Conceptualized and organized the “Kadayawan

Floriculture Congress” held at UP Mindanao, Ladislawa Campus, Buhangin, Davao City on August 21-22, 1997. Funded and supported by the Department of Science and Technology and the Department of Agriculture.

Initiated the work of organizing the different stakeholders of the floriculture sector by putting some of the major stakeholders on the discussion table and explore the possibilities of organizing them into a more cohesive group. The Floriculture Industry of Davao, Inc. (FIDI) was eventually formed and in February 1998, the first set of officers was formally inducted.

EMPLOYMENT RECORD:

: Associate Professor, UP Mindanao, June 1, 1997 –present.

: Vice Chancellor for Administration, UP Mindanao, March 2013 – present.

: Chair, Department of Biological Sciences and

Environmental Studies, College of Science and Mathematics, UP Mindanao, November 2009-May 2011.

: Director, Office of Extension and Community

Service, UP Mindanao, November 2008 – present

: Director, Office of Research, UP Mindanao. February 1, 2008 – October 2008.

: Dean, College of Science and Mathematics, UP

Mindanao, December 2004 – December 2007.

: Vice Chancellor for Administration, UP Mindanao, April 2001 – May 2004 .

: Director (Officer in Charge), Learning Resource

Center, UP Mindanao. November 2000 – March 31, 2001.

: Department Chair, Biological Sciences and

Environmental Studies Cluster, College of Science and Mathematics, UP Mindanao. January 1999 – May 2000.

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: University Researcher V, College of Science and

Mathematics, UP Mindanao (on secondment from the Philippine Carabao Center). June 1997 – May 31, 1998.

: Project Development Officer V, Philippine Carabao Center, EDSA, Quezon City. February 1996 – May 1997.

(Chief of the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Division, which covers the 13 network centers of the Philippine Carabao Center nationwide).

: Supervising Science Research Specialist, Philippine

Carabao Center, UP Los Baños. July 1993 – January 1996. (Head of the Extension Division; plan, formulate, and implement extension programs of PCC at UPLB; establish and maintain collaborative work with existing farmer cooperators, NGOs, state colleges and universities, LGUs and the Department of Agriculture (regional offices).

: Science Research Specialist, Philippines Carabao

Research and Development Center, Institute of Animal Science, UP Los Baños, College, Laguna. (Conduct of research and extension activities of the Philippine Carabao Research and Development Center; supervised the PCRDC farm operations and maintenance of the research facilities. Directly involved also in community organizing).

: Unit Supervisor, Integrated Livestock/Crop Project,

Masaganang Sakahan, Inc., Occidental Mindoro. April 1981 – May 1982. Managed an integrated crop/livestock project composed of piggery, poultry (layer), feedmill and corn farm; formulation and implementation of community development programs intended for farmer beneficiaries. The project was owned cooperatively by CARP beneficiaries and financed by the Land Bank of the Philippines.

CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP AND CHAIRMANSHIP: : Bids and Awards Committee (Chair)

: UP System Fiscal Policy and Operations Committee

: University Administrative Personnel and Development Committee (Chair)

: University Academic Personnel and Fellowship Committee (Chair)

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: Fiscal Management Committee (Chair)

: Income and Investment Committee (Member)

: Performance Management Team-SPMS/PBB (Chair)

: Davao City Organic Agriculture Committee

: Tugbok PNP Advisory Committee (Chair, 2015)

SUBJECTS TAUGHT:

Biodiversity Challenge

Biology courses

Research Process

Livestock and Poultry Production

Animal Physiology

Environmental Management

Foundations in Natural Sciences

RESEARCH PROJECT REPORT/PROPOSALS/ARTICLES:

: Project Terminal Report: Impact and effectiveness of Materials Recovery Facilities as a strategy to reduce solid wastes of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur; Panabo City; Samal Island; and Davao City (SanPaSaDa) Communities. November 2008.

: Policy Recommendations on Solid Waste

Management within Communities: The Case of

SanPaSaDa.

: Project Leader, Packaging, Distribution and Dissemination of PCPD-UP Mindanao SWM Project Output for SanPaSaDa.

CONCEPT PAPERS DEVELOPED:

: Professionalization of A.I. for Carabaos, Presented during the PCC Project Management Committee Meeting held at USM, Kabacan, North Cotabato on July 17-20, 1995.

: Contract A.I. for Carabaos, Presented during the PCC

Project Management Committee Meeting held at

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CMU, Musuan, Bukidnon on August 15-19, 1994.

: Carabao Upgrading Program for Laguna Province. Presented during the meeting with Provincial Veterinarians, MAOs and technicians of Laguna held at DA, Sta. Cruz, Laguna on January 30, 1994.

: Development of a Carabao-Based Community Dairy

Enterprise, A Capsule Proposal Prepared for the Implementation of a Community-Based Dairy Enterprise in Lucban, Quezon.

: Carabao Upgrading Program (PCC-UPLB Approach).

A Concept Paper prepared for Implementation in Regions IV and V.

: An Alternative in Livestock Development in Mindanao.

This concept paper was presented to the different stakeholders of the ruminant industry and during small group meetings.

: Enhancement of the Mindanao Livestock Industry: A

Proposal. Presented during the 1st Mindanao Livestock

Development Summit conducted at Grand Menseng Hotel, Magallanes St, October 1, 2001.

MAJOR SERVICE AWARDS 1992 Bayer (Philippines Community Service Award (Plaque) Philippine Society of Animal Science PSAS Convention, 19-20 November 1995 Citation : “Awarded in recognition of his unselfish and

dedicated efforts to improve the economic status of farmers in many rural communities in the Philippines by conducting researches, seminars, training programs, and regular farm visits especially on carabao breeding, production, and utilization.”

Plaque of Recognition Department of Agriculture Philippine Carabao Center 26 March 2003 Citation : Awarded “for serving PPC as the Supervising

Science Research Specialist of PCC at UPLB and Division Chief of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

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Division, his competence and dedication at work provided invaluable support and contribution to the achievement of the agency’s mandate.”

MEMBERSHIP IN CIVIC/PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Rotary Club of Calinan Davao

UP Vanguard Fraternity Inc.

Lakas Angkan Ministry, Inc. (Davao City)

Philippine Society of Animal Science (Member)

Philippine Society of Animal Science, Mindanao Chapter

Phi Sigma Biological Society (UP Chapter)

Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society in Agriculture (UPLB)

Floriculture Industry of Davao, Inc., (Honorary Member)

Mindanao Alliance of Dairy Industry Stakeholders

VISION FOR UP MINDANAO, 2016-2025

PADAYON UP MINDANAO PARA SA PAGPALAMBO SA MINDANAO!

If given a chance, the Strategic Plan 2011-2017 prepared by the team of

President Alfredo E. Pascual will continue to be observed. I believe that the strategic

plan contains the different elements that are necessary to make UP Mindanao relevant

for the development of Mindanao. One area where it can influence development in

Mindanao is to continue to produce well equipped graduates both at the undergraduate

and graduate levels, including those that graduate from informal training organized to

serve the sector that aspire for continuing education. There should be a continuing and

much improved effort to reach out to high school graduates and help them get equal

chance of accessing UP education.

It should continue to improve its research and extension capability through a

sound budget management and distribution and in partnership with external funding

institutions. It should also continue to forge partnership with other research and

extension institutions, both inside and outside the country, to be able to draw more

resources and be able to accomplish and contribute more.

The University has been an active and significant contributor to the development

of Mindanao during the past several years especially in areas of research and

development and manpower development. Despite the lack of manpower and facilities,

it managed to produce well equipped and trained graduates that have become part of

development initiatives in this huge island.

During the past 5-6 years, more resources were poured in through the initiatives

of UP System through the leadership of President Alfredo E. Pascual. So much funds

were released to finance infrastructure development which, if completed, will enable the

University to strengthen its academic and research capability. The amount of funds was

unprecedented.

The University, however, should continue to strive towards acquisition of more

funds and plantilla items to hire additional staff and regularize faculty members, REPS,

and administrative staff who have been with the University occupying casual positions

for several years already. There is a need to do this to incentivize and retain hard

working personnel.

The working environment in the University should be improved. This must start

with promoting respect and teamwork among all personnel within and from among all

units. It should be emphasized that absence of these two elements will negate

whatever good things that the University plan to undertake. Open communication

should be encouraged and productive and relevant interactions should be initiated so

that misunderstandings be avoided. This can also be done through the establishment of

“Standard Operating Procedures” and clear interpretations of internal and external

(government) policies to guide every personnel of the University.

UP Mindanao should look at the following roles to improve its relevance to the

internal and external community:

Academic, Research, and Extension Leadership in Mindanao

All State Universities and Colleges in Mindanao have strongly similar intentions.

It include the provision of quality education to people of Mindanao especially the

younger generations. Another is to generate research output intended to improve the

living conditions of Mindanaoans, and third, to make Mindanao competitive to the rest

of the world in terms of employment, investment, and other opportunities.

In this regard, there is no need for competition among SUCs. UP Mindanao can

take a leadership role that will lead to the harmonization of the different academic

programs offered, research programs implemented, and extension and community

services extended. There should be complementation among these government

institutions. Similarly, the private academic institutions should also be given opportunity

to take part in this initiative.

Administrative Efficiency

Administrative efficiency is an essential factor that will increase the productivity

of UP Mindanao’s faculty, researchers, and even students. This will require strict

observance of existing government (COA, BIR, GPPB) rules and regulations in fund

utilization, disbursement, and liquidation. Fast and timely procurement of materials for

academics, research, and extension should be undertaken without violating the

different provisions under RA 9184. All these policies should be known by each

personnel and be guided accordingly in order not to jeopardize any operation or task

being undertaken.

Strong link with UP Mindanao alumni and other UP alumni groups

Alumni groups are vital components of the development of the University. Strong

efforts to organize them and closely link with them should be initiated. These alumni

groups brought with them the image of the University and they are the University’s link

to the outside world, giving feedback that will have impact on the kind and quality of

education that it provides. Such feedbacks may also serve as guide for the University in

the revision of its current programs to make it more relevant, and development and

offering of new programs that will be responsive to the needs of the different

stakeholders and interest groups.

ISO Accreditation

There are units in the University that can be easily become ISO-accredited

especially at the College of Science and Mathematics. This accreditation will make us

compliant with global standard requirements, which will have positive impact for the

University. This accreditation will also allow the University or units in the University to

establish SOPs and manual of procedures that will further improve productivity and

efficiency.

Harmony and Teamwork essential for the Organization

I truly believe that the performance of the University is just as good as the quality

and performance of its manpower. Harmony and teamwork as essential elements in a

progressive and productive in any institution should be emphasized. Activities that can

promote positive relationships and interactions must be regularly organized. Non-

performing personnel should be coached and mentored in order to improve. Non-

conformance with performance standards, after appropriate coaching and mentoring,

should be dealt with accordingly based on existing policies.

I truly believe that achieving great things in an institution like the University of the

Philippines Mindanao will require the utmost cooperation, respect, teamwork, and

collective effort among everybody in the University!

MABUHAY ANG UP MINDANAO!

ANTONIO R. OBSIOMA, PhD

Nominee

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

ANTONIO R. OBSIOMA, PhD

WORK EXPERIENCES:

Associate Professor, UP Mindanao, 1998

Vice Chancellor for Administration, UP Mindanao, 2013 – Present.

Trainor, Trained and accredited by the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) to conduct training and orientations on government procurement based on RA 9184.

Chair, Department of Biological Sciences and Environmental Studies, College of Science and Mathematics, UP Mindanao, 2009-2011.

Director, Office of Extension and Community Service, UP Mindanao, November 2008 – 2009.

Director, Office of Research, UP Mindanao. February 1, 2008 – October 2008. Dean, College of Science & Mathematics, UP Mindanao 2004–2007.

Dean, College of Science & Mathematics, UP Mindanao 2004–2007.

Vice Chancellor for Administration, UP Mindanao, 2001-2004.

Cluster Chair, Biological Sciences and Environmental Studies Cluster, College of Science and Mathematics, UP Mindanao. January 1999 – May 2000.

Chief, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Division, Philippine Carabao Center, EDSA, Quezon City, February 1996-May 1997.

Science Research Specialist/University Researcher/Extension

Coordinator/Researcher, Philippine Carabao Center at UP Los Baños/Philippine Carabao Research and Development Center, College, Laguna, 1983-1997.

SOME ACHIEVEMENTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Bids and Awards Committee (Chair) – served the University in this capacity and as member for about 10 years already. During those years, the University generated savings equivalent to millions of pesos. Furthermore, the University did not experience any protests from bidders or any legal problem related to how the bidding process was conducted. Able to establish a transparent, honest-to-goodness, and compliant-to-the law (RA 9184) procurement activities in the University through the bidding process.

College Dean (CSM) – Initiated the setting of the R and D direction of the College based on interdisciplinary framework involving the different expertise within and outside units in the University. Also initiated the submission of an institutional proposal which led to the establishment of the Biotechnology Center which was funded by the Department of Science and Technology.

Institutional Building - Conceptualized and organized the “Kadayawan Floriculture Congress” held at UP Mindanao, Ladislawa Campus, Buhangin, Davao City on August 21-22, 1997. It resulted in an initiative to organize the different stakeholders of the floriculture sector by putting some of the major stakeholders on the discussion table and explore the possibilities of organizing them into a more cohesive group. The Floriculture Industry of Davao, Inc. (FIDI) was eventually formed in February 1998.

Vice Chancellor for Administration – established a positive relationship, thrust and partnership with most administrative staff, REPS, faculty members and other administrators in accomplishing important projects and tasks in the University. Able to implement the construction of the UP Min Library which was strongly opposed by the informal settlers. Participated in the successful implementation of the infrastructure projects within the Davao City-UP Sports Complex.

Able to implement infrastructure projects at lower cost resulting in savings for the University. An example to this was the construction of the atrium roof of the UP Mindanao Administration Building. Original cost set by my predecessors to construct a glass-based roofing was P3.2 million. Upon evaluation, it was decided to forego the use of glass which can be risky. Instead, a more expensive material, “skylights” (polycarbonate materials) were used. Final cost of the project was less than P2 million.

Able to implement projects that served the community especially senior citizens in partnership with civic groups. Similarly, other activities serving the immediate communities in nearby barangays were also organized in partnership with other groups outside the University.

During my first term as Vice Chancellor for Administration (2000-2004), my team was able to work for the application, transfer, and release of title of the 204 hectares property of UP Mindanao that legitimized its claim in the whole area.

Research – The Mindanao Cattle Research and Development Project undertaken has generated first-of-a-kind cattle animals which have potential to be a source of quality meat which hopefully will benefit the small farmers and beef consumers. The project generated interests among different stakeholders from private and government sectors.

Extension and Community Work – As Project Leader of a Solid Waste Management Project funded by the Philippine Center for Population and Development, assistances on solid waste management were extended to selected barangays of SanPaSaDa. These include, among others, conduct of orientation and forum, membership in barangay Solid Waste Management Committee, and preparation of Barangay Solid Waste Ordinance.

Conducted technical evaluation on the state of the Northern Mindanao Dairy farmers in coordination with the Mindanao Alliance of Dairy Industry Stakeholders (MADIS) and recommendations to improve operations.

Civic Work – Involvement with the Rotary International provided opportunities to distribute books to deserving primary and secondary schools (government) and adoption/orphan homes. Medical missions, tutorials, and other relevant activities were organized and conducted in partnership with other clubs and other organized groups.

Personal Success – able to earn 4 degrees from the University which cause life-changing impact on my parents and siblings and on my own family. My sisters and my kids also got degrees from UP. Because of this, I feel I have a moral obligation to pay back the University for the good things it provided to me, my love ones, and the people I have served. One way of doing this is by serving the University the best way I can in whatever capacity given me.