NMB Bank has made history by becoming the first Tanzanian institution recognized as a Leading Employer in Tanzania for 2025 by the Top Employers Institute from the Netherlands, which is renowned for its thorough evaluation of global human resource practices and has awarded top organizations in 124 countries this year.
This recognition follows NMB's accolades as the Best Employer in Tanzania in 2023 and the Best Employer in Africa in 2022, solidifying its position as a leader in quality employment.
Speaking in Dar es Salaam on January 16, NMB's Chief Human Resources Officer, Emmanuel Akonaay, stated that this award reflects the bank's commitment to enhancing the work environment and the development of its nearly 4,000 employees, emphasizing that the Top Employers Institute employs international standards for assessment, confirming NMB's dedication to being an excellent employer and a partner in employee development.
Akonaay ,highlighted that this achievement stems from robust human resource management strategies, including employee development, diversity, inclusion, and well-being initiatives.
He explained that the Top Employers Institute's evaluation encompassed six key areas of policies and best employment practices, including employee well-being services and a conducive work environment.
NMB Bank has pledged to continue investing in its workforce to meet the evolving demands of the job market, with Akonaay asserting that the bank will keep innovating employment strategies and fostering a work culture that promotes professional growth and personal development for its employees, reinforcing NMB's position as a leader in financial services and a provider of excellent working conditions.
NMB Bank stands out as a premier institution in Tanzania, uplifting numerous businesses, including both small and large entrepreneurs. It has become a favored institution for enhancing employment opportunities and health services across the country.