Kuwait Finance House (KFH) Group has reaped 13 distinguished global awards in the field of Human Resources for 2024 from the renowned Brandon Hall Group, a company specialized in the evaluation and performance assessment of institutions around the world. This achievement highlights KFH Group’s success in securing the highest number of awards at both the local and regional levels this year.

The collection of awards earned by KFH Group includes seven accolades specifically awarded to KFH Kuwait, which are:

• Best Leadership Development Program (Gold) for the Leadership Excellence Program
• Best Social Impact (Gold)
• Best Certification Program (Silver)
• Best New Hire Onboarding Program (Silver)
• Best Unique or Innovative Learning and Development Program (Bronze) for Forssah Program
• Best Approach to HCM Innovation (Bronze)
• Best HR Data Analytics (Bronze)

The awards also include six recognitions secured by KFH - Türkiye, which are:

• Best Benefits, Wellness and Well-being Program (Gold)
• Best Selecting and Onboarding Interns (Gold)
• Best Talent Acquisition Process (Gold)
• Best Corporate Culture Transformation (Gold)
• Best Corporate Learning University (Gold) for Kuveyt Turk Academy (KFH- Türkiye)
• Best Use of Blended Learning (Gold) for Kuveyt Turk Academy (KFH- Türkiye)

The awards are based on several criteria, the most important of which is that the program meets the needs of the organization in terms of being a measurable design and presentation and achieves a positive impact on the institution in general.

On this occasion, KFH Group Chief Human Resources and Transformation Officer, Zeyad Abdullah AlOmar, said that the recognition highlights the efforts of the Group in managing human resources. He added that these awards affirm KFH’s leadership in implementing global best practices in HR, which positively impacts employee performance and enhances the institution's reputation, standing, and the quality of services offered to customers.

AlOmar noted that winning 13 awards from the Brandon Hall Group, across various fields of human resources, underscores the success of the Group’s vision in achieving optimal management of its human capital. Additionally, this achievement reflects KFH's advanced and comprehensive approach, starting from recruitment and talent acquisition to innovative and unique training programs in collaboration with global universities and professional institutions. This approach extends to career development, succession planning, youth empowerment, leadership development, with a focus on employee health, well-being, and engagement. It is also geared towards women empowerment, recognition programs, and leveraging technology and data analysis to ensure high quality and precision in performance, keeping pace with the rapid advancements in the banking sector.

Leadership development

AlOmar explained that KFH has achieved significant success in leadership development by collaborating with prestigious universities and global training institutions. One of the most notable accomplishments in this area is the launch of the Leadership Excellence Program in partnership with Headspring, aimed at advancing the development of KFH's leaders

Learning and development

He highlighted that KFH is distinguished by a comprehensive plan for the continuous training and development of its employees. The plan is designed to enhance their expertise through a defined vision aimed at empowering them with the necessary technological tools and fostering innovation. This approach ensures that they remain the cornerstone of KFH’s leadership both locally and globally. He also mentioned the Forssah program, which has played a vital role in cultivating a distinguished generation of employees through advanced training courses and innovative development modules. Over the past six months, the program has successfully trained 39 employees through an exceptional boot camp, featuring numerous workshops and both theoretical and practical training sessions. These efforts have significantly contributed to enhancing employees' personal skills, transforming them into well-rounded professionals in both technical and business aspects.

Talent acquisition

AlOmar pointed out that KFH remains committed to its strategy of attracting and developing human talents that are capable of driving positive change and keeping pace with growth. KFH is also dedicated to solidifying its leadership in recruiting and retaining top-tier talents, particularly young Kuwaitis who possess the passion and ambition.

Onboarding of new hires

Speaking about onboarding new employees, AlOmar indicated that KFH provides an outstanding work environment, marked by strong internal communication and transparency. KFH is committed to equipping new employees with the latest technological tools and creating ample opportunities for career growth. This dedication makes becoming a part of the KFH family a sought-after goal for any newcomer aiming to excel and advance in the banking industry.

The true asset for maintaining leadership

AlOmar affirmed that human resources at KFH are the cornerstone and true asset in achieving success and maintaining the Group's global leadership. He emphasized that the Group’s focus is driven by a clear strategy aimed at securing KFH's place among the world’s top 100 banks.