Bayer performed exceptionally well in the rigorous Top Employer Institute Human Resources Best Practices Survey. Of the 6 domains - Steer, Shape, Attract, Develop, Engage and Unite – used to evaluate companies, against global benchmarking tools, Bayer scored more than 80% in 4 domains.
Of the 20 topics, Bayer scored more than 80% in 15 topics and these topics covered the Business Strategy, People Strategy, Leadership Strategy, Organisation and Change, Digital Human Resources, Work Environment, Employer Branding, Performance, Career, Learning, Purpose and Values, Ethics and Values, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Sustainability.
In addition, in comparison to the 2023 benchmark scoring, Bayer scored higher across Leadership Strategy, Organisation & Change, Digital Human Resources, Employer Branding, Performance, Career, Purpose & Values, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Sustainability.
“Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the way organizations work has changed significantly, and we have had to adapt and introduce new ways of working that complement these changes. As a company, we joined the Top Employer program to measure our HR work against external best-in-class standards in light of the changes we are seeing in the world of work and to use the insights gained to make data-driven decisions in all our HR-related initiatives. I am delighted that Bayer scored higher in all categories of the survey. The results will help us continue to build the Bayer brand as an employer of choice in both Kenya and South Africa”, says Merab Olang’, Head of Human Resources for Bayer South East Africa.
Top Employers Institute CEO David Plink says, “Exceptional times bring out the best in people and organisations. And we have witnessed this in our Top Employers Certification Programme this year: exceptional performance from the certified Top Employers 2024. These employers have always shown that they care for the development and well-being of their people. By doing so, they collectively enrich the world of work. We are proud to announce and celebrate this year’s group of leading people-oriented employers: the Top Employers 2024.”
"As a company, we are aware that our business success is largely due to the commitment of our employees and our values of Leadership, Integrity, Flexibility, Efficiency (LIFE). With this in mind, we strive to create a working environment where everyone can reach their full potential and to attract and retain the most talented people worldwide, and this is why this certification is important to us”, Merab Olang’ closes.
About Top Employers Institute
Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in People Practices. We help accelerate these practices to enrich the world of work. Through the Top Employers Institute Certification Programme, participating companies can be validated, certified, and recognised as an employer of choice. In 2024, Top Employers Institute has certified more than 2 300 organisations in 122 countries/regions. These certified Top Employers positively impact the lives of over 9 million employees globally.