Burgan Bank Launches the Dynamic Talent Program ‘Ro2ya’

Committed to growing local talent and creating exceptional senior bankers, Burgan Bank launched a dynamic Blended program called ‘Ro2ya’ at its new and modernized training center and online Learning & Development Portal. Developed in line with the bank’s mission to develop and nurture Kuwait’s future banking leaders, the advanced platform was launched with the attendance of management and senior leaders.

In line with the different stages of Burgan Bank’s transformation strategy, 63 participants will be equipped with next generation technical and behavioral skills and business tools to prepare them for market challenges and meet the demands of today’s digital era. The participants were given pins and divided into three groups based on their current career levels and aptitude based on which they will undergo on-the-job trainings and assignments for a period of two to three years. The talent program highlighted Burgan Bank’s core values of trust, commitment, excellence and progression, which were wall-mounted in the new training center as part of the bank’s overarching mission to bring these to life through its new recruits.

On this occasion, Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer and CEO – Kuwait, Mr. Raed Al-Haqhaq stated, “Together, we will ensure the success of this initiative which aims to achieve the Bank’s strategic objectives as well as regulatory requirements. Our first group of talented and ambitious young individuals were hand-picked by the Human Resources Department and respective business leaders. We look forward to witnessing them flourish with future-proof thinking methodologies and creativity as they stay committed to the bank’s vision and values.”

Group Chief Human Resources & Development Officer at Burgan Bank - Ms. Halah El Sherbini said, “The aim of this program is to guide Burgan Bank’s star performers on a well-designed journey to success as they are encouraged to meet developmental milestones. The exercise will help them acquire all the necessary banking and behavioral skills to fulfill their roles as elite financial professionals in the future.”

Ro2ya offers three levels designated as; the Sprouts, the Arrows and the Eagles. ‘Sprouts’ will encompass young Kuwaiti Burganers who demonstrate signs of commitment and loyalty to their role at the bank, are willing to grow and add overall value. Burgan Bank’s objective is to establish each trainee for leadership roles in their respective areas of specialization while providing an engaging financial learning and holistic experience. ‘Arrows’ refer to the young leaders who exhibit self-management skills and performance, and exemplify Burgan Bank’s culture of excellence in each task. They will be presented with the choice of several routes to advance in risk management, audit management, finance management, IT management and business, support and control. Lastly, ‘Eagles’ include senior leaders in charge of progressing other professionals while maintaining a high-level of performance and financial results in the bank. They will be coached with an evolved skill-set to take on bigger roles, in addition to being integrated in all fields of the banking industry.