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“Your package will be delivered today,” is an SMS that many Filipinos receive that brings a semblance of joy amidst the quarantine, be it for an essential good or an item of leisure. However, while thousands enjoy the privilege of safely waiting at home, frontliners like Ronnel Legaspi brave the roads to ensure that the package you have ordered online is delivered to your doorstep seamlessly. Ultimately, bringing you a sense of excitement much like a present being handed to you on your birthday or Christmas.“Sa panahon ngayon, kaming mga riders ay lubos na makakatulong sa mga tao lalo na sa pagdadala ng mga pangunahing pangangailangan nila. Masaya po akong makapagbigay serbisyo kahit na hindi nawawala yung panganib ng pandemya. Ambag ko na po ito,” said Ronnel.
“Hindi po ako nakapagtapos ng kolehiyo dahil kinulang kami sa panggastos. Kaya ang pagiging delivery rider ay napakalaking oportunidad para mabuhay ko ang aking pamilya at mabigyan sila ng kinabukasan,” Ronnel he added.
Ronnel is a rider for Ninja Van Philippines, a last-mile logistics company that seeks to empower business owners and customers with innovative delivery services through people-centered and technology-driven solutions.
“More than compassion, what frontliners need most are working conditions that can protect them and their loved ones despite the risk brought about by the pandemic. For our delivery riders, providing job opportunities and strict health safety measures enable them to continue providing for their families,” said Martin Cu, Ninja Van Philippines Country Head.
Like Ronnel, Jovanne Rosit is one of the thousands of Ninja Van riders who choose to continuously serve Filipinos, especially those who are at risk and need essential goods the most like senior citizens and families with infants.
“Kahit may pandemya, tuloy lang ang laban sa buhay. Masaya ako na nakakatulong pa rin sa paghahatid ng ligaya sa mga customers kahit na ganito,” says Jovanne, driven by his determination to deliver to online shoppers.
Jovanne decided to become a rider because he enjoys travelling to different places in his motorcycle. As he works towards his goal of owning a property and a car one day, Jovanne said he is not too worried about the pandemic because he is well taken care of.
Working as a rider is not an easy task, but the dedication displayed by riders like Ronnel and Jovanne enable them to earn a living for their families while keeping 40-50 families safe at home every day.
