Dexter N. Pante serves as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) Director III at the Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines. In this capacity, he leads the School Effectiveness Division (SED) under the Bureau of Human Resources and Organizational Development (BHROD).

With a tenure at DepEd beginning in January 2003, Mr. Pante has amassed extensive experience in educational management and human resources. He has been instrumental in leading a data analytics team focused on human resources analysis, contributing to the enhancement of employee welfare and organizational effectiveness within the Department.

Mr. Pante has also played a pivotal role in promoting transparency and accountability in the education sector. He has been involved in initiatives utilizing open school data to improve governance and community engagement.

Throughout his career, Mr. Pante has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to enhancing the Philippine education system, focusing on data-driven strategies to improve school effectiveness and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Mr. Pante’s academic background includes studies at the University of Melbourne, where he engaged in advanced research and evaluation techniques. This educational experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead projects such as the development of the School Hardship Index, a metric designed to assess various dimensions of hardship among schools.

Through his extensive experience and academic pursuits, Dexter E. Pante continues to play a pivotal role in shaping policies and programs that aim to elevate the quality of education in the Philippines.