Hello! I’m Gilbert Tamayo Ale, fondly called as Gibo. I am completely down to earth, sweet, and kind. You’re lucky if you have a friend like me in your life. I can talk to anyone about anything for hours because I am a good listener. 

I am a proud descendant of the Bagobo Tagabawa tribe of Davao City. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Literature and completed academic units toward a Master of Arts in Literature at the University of Southeastern Philippines.

During my university years, I was a full academic scholar and actively served the student community as Editor-in-Chief of the university’s official publication and as President of the University Student Council of the College of Arts and Sciences – Literature Program for four consecutive years. In recognition of my leadership and service, I was awarded the prestigious University Leadership Medallion.

Following my academic journey, I was immediately appointed as an Associate Professor at the same university, where I taught literature courses with a focus on literary theories, criticism, and analysis. I also handled subjects in technical writing, communication skills, grammar, and speech composition, while contributing to the development of academic syllabi and curricula.

Driven by my commitment to lifelong learning and public service, I pursued legal education as a working student. I initially enrolled in the Juris Doctor program at Manuel L. Quezon University – School of Law and am currently continuing my legal studies at St. Dominic Savio College – School of Law.

I currently serve as Technical Assistant at the Department of Agriculture – Office of the Secretary (DA-OSEC), bringing with me more than a decade of experience in government service, particularly in the agriculture sector.

In my present role, I assist in carrying out the mandate, duties, and responsibilities of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Agribusiness, Marketing, and Consumer Affairs, Legislative Affairs, and the Department Legislative Liaison Office, in support of ensuring the country’s food and nutrition security, as mandated by law. I facilitate the implementation of deliverables and assigned responsibilities to help achieve the Department’s objectives, as well as its Programs, Activities, and Projects (PAPs).

Throughout my career in the Department of Agriculture, I have served as Technical Assistant in various key offices, particularly as my principal was designated to strategic leadership positions within the Department. These include the Office of the Assistant Secretary and OIC-Executive Director of the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA); the Office of the Senior Undersecretary; the Office of the Undersecretary for Administration and Finance; the Office of the Chief-of-Staff, Office of the Secretary; and the Office of the Undersecretary for Policy and Planning, Project Development, Research and Development, and Regulations.

My extensive exposure to these offices has equipped me with a strong understanding of policy formulation, program development, legislative coordination, and stakeholder engagement, enabling me to contribute meaningfully and effectively to the Department’s programs and initiatives.