Elaine Masukat
Elaine Masukat | |
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| File:Presidential Management Staff Usec. Elaine Masukat.jpg Elaine T. Masukat | |
| Secretary of the Presidential Management Staff | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2023 | |
| President | Bongbong Marcos |
| Preceded by | Zenaida Angping |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Philippines |
| Alma mater | San Beda College of Law |
| Occupation | Lawyer, government official |
Elaine T. Masukat is a Filipino lawyer and government official currently serving as Secretary of the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) under the administration of President Bongbong Marcos. She assumed the position in January 2023, succeeding Zenaida Angping.[1]
Early life and education
Elaine T. Masukat graduated from the San Beda College of Law, where she earned her law degree.[2]
Career
Legal and political career
Masukat began her legal career as an associate at the Marcos Ochoa Serapio Tan (MOST) Law Firm, which was established by First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos. She worked at the firm from 2006 to 2010. She served as City Administrator of Navotas under then-Mayor Toby Tiangco. She also worked as a consultant and chief of staff for Tiangco during his tenure as a congressman, a role she held from 2006.[3]
Presidential Management Staff
In January 2023, Masukat was appointed as Senior Undersecretary and Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) and eventually as Permanent Secretary, replacing Naida Angping. The PMS is a key office under the Office of the President, responsible for coordinating and monitoring the implementation of presidential directives and policies.[4]
In February 2024, Masukat issued a memorandum requiring all presidential appointees appointed before February 1, 2023, to submit updated personal data sheets and various clearances. The directive, issued "upon the directive of the Executive Secretary" Lucas Bersamin, was flagged as "highly irregular" by Ombudsman Samuel Martires, who cited logistical challenges and existing backlogs in processing clearances.[5]
Personal life
Masukat has been described as a dedicated public servant with a strong legal background. Her career has spanned both local government and national administration, reflecting her commitment to public service.[6]
See also
- Presidential Management Staff
- Bongbong Marcos
- Liza Araneta Marcos
References
- ↑ Cupin, Bea; Hofileña, Chay F. (5 July 2023). "Liza Araneta Marcos, First Lady of the Philippines". Rappler. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ↑ "Adios Naida! Ex-associate at Liza Marcos' law firm rumored to be new PMS chief". Politiko. 3 January 2023. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ↑ "Masukat papalit kay Naida Angping sa PMS". Abante News (in Filipino). 3 January 2023. Retrieved 12 February 2024.CS1 maint: Unrecognized language (link)
- ↑ "Adios Naida! Ex-associate at Liza Marcos' law firm rumored to be new PMS chief". Politiko. 3 January 2023. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ↑ Ki, Czarina Nicole Ong (11 February 2024). "PMS' memo on submission of clearances by presidential appointees 'highly irregular' – Ombudsman Martires". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ↑ Quejada, Butch M. (30 October 2010). "Atty. Elaine Masukat". Philstar.com (in Filipino). Retrieved 12 February 2024.CS1 maint: Unrecognized language (link)
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Zenaida Angping |
Head of the Presidential Management Staff 2023–present |
Incumbent |
| Order of precedence | ||
| Preceded by Eduardo Año as National Security Adviser and Director-General of the National Security Council |
Order of Precedence of the Philippines as Head of the Presidential Management Staff |
Succeeded by Darlene Berberabe as Solicitor General |
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