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ANNUAL REPORT 2023 59

Investing in our greatest asset, our talented
team, remains crucial to the banks success,
and we are confident that their dedication will
continue to drive our bank to new heights.

Over the past 5 years, BKT has established a partnership the bank as a progressive institution within the ever-
with the University of New York Tirana (UNYT), dedicated evolving landscape of the banking industry.”
to advancing professional and scientific education.
Through this initiative, BKT offered 11 full scholarships Rewarding performance
to best students pursuing their bachelor’s degree in Consistent recognition of each employee’s valuable
“Applied Banking and Finance”. This includes a valuable contributions remains integral to our fair and transparent
combination of paid internships and employment remuneration practices, reinforcing a culture of mutual
contracts upon successful graduation. In 2023, seven growth and success within the bank.
graduates were welcomed into the workforce through We are committed to an equitable, transparent, and
employment contracts. sustainable approach to employee remuneration.
Additionally, BKT continue its commitment to education Fostering a culture that encourages a long-term
by signing an agreement with British Embassy for commitment to the bank, our Compensation Framework
contribution with scholarship to the Chevening is designed to promote and reward sustainable
Scholarship Program 2023-24, also the Faculty of Natural performance and contributions. Aligned with our values,
Sciences, extending full scholarships to 7 students this framework evaluates target achievements, behaviors,
selected for the “BKT FINTECH Academy 2023” enrolled and conduct across all organizational levels. Our emphasis
in the Professional Master’s in Business Informatics, and on clarity ensures that employees comprehend their role
a work contact was offered to all of them at the end of expectations, with performance is linked to development
the program. and reward.
For the fifteenth consecutive year, BKT continued Committed to improving our employees’ well-being
supporting for the students of the Faculty of Integrated and employee’s satisfaction
Studies with Practice in Bank Management (FASTIP) We are committed to enhance employee well-being,
at the University “Aleksandër Moisiu” Durrës, three satisfaction and creating positive internal culture.
graduates joining BKT as employees after completing
their Bachelor’s. We prioritize our employees’ financial security with
competitive salaries and financial benefits package.
In 2023, BKT facilitated invaluable learning experiences
for a substantial number of students through internship Our health insurance coverage extends to also to family
programs. The bank hosted a total of 57 interns, members children, and spouses, ensuring their well-
contributing to the professional development of emerging being is prioritized.
talents in alignment with our commitment to fostering At our head office, we’ve established a gym for physical
educational partnerships. wellness, on-site kindergarten facilities for convenience,
and weekly yoga sessions for mental and physical
By investing in the development of emerging talents, we
not only contribute to their growth but also strengthen our rejuvenation. Our support extends to fostering a sense
workforce with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. of community with six football teams, volleyball teams,
diverse clubs including painting and participation in
Learning and Development Programs events like the Tirana Marathon.
In cultivating a robust learning culture, Human Resources We value work-life balance, offering a hybrid working
Department has been at the forefront of fostering model for our fintech staff.
continuous growth and skill development. Our Learning Additional perks include birthdays off, charity activities,
and Development programs provide employees with celebrating special occasions like organizing events as
a diverse range of opportunities to enhance their Children’s Day party, Happy Friday hours, New Year
professional capabilities. Through targeted workshops, parties, retreats for our top performers and additional
online modules, and collaborative initiatives, we nurture retreat dinner in teams for all the staff. Recognition
a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and dinners further acknowledge contributions to special
adaptability. This dedication to ongoing learning not only projects, creating a workplace culture that values and
strengthens individual competencies but also positions celebrates the diverse aspects of our employees’ lives.