Avi Villones Ongpauco
Strategic Recruitment Leader | Offshore Staffing Expert | Business Development Strategist
Quezon City
Summary
A respected leader in the Philippine RPO & BPO industries, known for delivering results with precision and heart. Dynamic recruitment and business development professional with 16+ years of experience leading offshore recruitment teams, driving talent acquisition strategies, and building scalable hiring operations. Proven track record in delivering high-volume, mission-critical staffing solutions across healthcare, IT, aerospace, e-commerce, and public sectors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Development Manager & Managing Director
QCStaffer
06.2021 - Current
- Closed and managed long-term partnerships with U.S., UK, and global clients in healthcare, e-commerce, tech, and property management.
- Built and led full-cycle offshore recruitment operations for B&E Homecare placed over 200 caregivers, CNAs, and RNs.
- Other notable clients include leading U.S. healthcare staffing firms specializing in homecare and clinical placement, prominent US e-commerce and specialty food brands, US and UK-based property management companies, and a Swedish EU-based AI technology company focused on personalized learning solutions.
- Implemented VMS partnership with CareerStaff; led client onboarding, workforce planning, and vertical growth.
Director of Offshore Sourcing | Recruitment & Delivery Manager – U.S. Staffing
Med-Call Healthcare
06.2018 - 03.2025
- Directed offshore and inshore recruitment for FEMA, IDPH, and other public sector contracts.
- Served as Chief of Staff to CEO/COO, overseeing project execution and RFP bids.
- Placed 200+ healthcare professionals for COVID-19, hurricane response, and national health programs.
Staffing Manager
Myriddian, LLC
08.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Supported a woman-physician-owned boutique consultancy known for innovative staffing solutions.
- Staffed all Cancer Registry positions for the State of Maryland, ensuring compliance with state health data standards.
- Recruited consultants for full-time and contract roles across IT, healthcare, and U.S. government sectors (federal, state, local).
- Managed full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, credentialing, onboarding, and offer management for RN, LPN, CNA/GNA, caregivers, and IT specialists.
- Handled up to 15 requisitions weekly, consistently meeting tight turnaround times.
- Utilized cold calling, database mining, LinkedIn, and referrals to attract top talent nationwide.
- Supported a woman-physician-owned boutique consultancy known for innovative staffing solutions.
Director of Operations and Recruitment
MDstaffers
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Led business development and performance management for PH offshore recruitment team; aligned talent strategy with U.S. healthcare priorities.
Recruitment Specialist
Amtec Inc.
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed full-cycle recruitment for IT, Engineering, Aerospace, and executive-level tech roles including Solutions Architects, CTOs, and CISOs.
- Partnered with Staffing Managers to develop job descriptions, source passive candidates, and screen talent for direct hire, contract, and contract-to-hire roles.
- Leveraged Boolean search, job boards, ATS, and relationship-based recruiting to deliver top-tier talent.
- Built strong consultative relationships with candidates and hiring managers, ensuring successful placements in specialized roles.
Senior Implementation Analyst
ADP
03.2014 - 04.2014
- Onboarded new U.S.-based payroll clients; completed payroll, tax, and billing system implementations.
Professional Healthcare Recruiter
Maxim Healthcare Services
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Recruited RNs, LPNs, NPs, CRNAs, and therapists for hospitals and long-term care providers.
Healthcare Recruiter – Remote (PH)
PSG Global Solutions
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Supported U.S. healthcare recruitment via Fieldglass, API, and VMS tools for Maxim Healthcare Staffing (Amergis, D1 division, federal accounts).
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
AsianLife and General Insurance
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Presented financial plans and coordinated client insurance strategies; led client meetings and solution delivery.
Customer Service Representative (Directory Enquiries)
KGB
03.2009 - 01.2012
- Delivered real-time phone assistance for directory, movie, weather, and emergency queries in U.S., UK, and Ireland markets.
Marketing Assistant
Mukha Models International
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Coordinated promotional campaigns, VTRs, media coverage; organized photoshoots and supported client relations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Skills
Offshore Management and Recruitment Operations
Timeline
Business Development Manager & Managing Director
QCStaffer
06.2021 - Current
Director of Offshore Sourcing | Recruitment & Delivery Manager – U.S. Staffing
Med-Call Healthcare
06.2018 - 03.2025
Staffing Manager
Myriddian, LLC
08.2015 - Current
Director of Operations and Recruitment
MDstaffers
06.2015 - 06.2018
Recruitment Specialist
Amtec Inc.
04.2014 - 05.2015
Senior Implementation Analyst
ADP
03.2014 - 04.2014
Professional Healthcare Recruiter
Maxim Healthcare Services
05.2013 - 03.2014
Healthcare Recruiter – Remote (PH)
PSG Global Solutions
10.2012 - 05.2013
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
AsianLife and General Insurance
01.2012 - 01.2013
Customer Service Representative (Directory Enquiries)
KGB
03.2009 - 01.2012
Marketing Assistant
Mukha Models International
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Certifications And Tools
- VMS/ATS Systems: StafferLink, API, Fieldglass, Bullhorn, Salesforce, Ashby
- Experienced handling and submitting candidates to 27+ U.S. Healthcare VMS platforms
- AI-Based Sourcing & Boolean Search
- SOP & KPI Design
- Microsoft Office Suite, CRM Platforms
- Licensed Life Insurance Agent
- Excel: Nano Tips (Miss Excel)
- Prompt Engineering for Generative AI
- Calendar Management: Calendly, Google Calendar, Outlook