- Pension fund
The Suva pension fund is governed by the defined contribution principle and aims to protect staff and their families against the economic consequences of old age, disability and death. As part of the promotion of home ownership, employees can finance the purchase of a principal residence with their pension capital.
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Health insurance
The employer pays half of the compulsory contractual premium via the Suva group contract. Family members (including cohabitants) can also join the group contract.
- Accident insurance
The employer pays the full premium for non-occupational accident insurance and half the premium for complementary insurance.
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Salary continuity and daily sickness or accident benefit
Full salary is paid for 12 months (as long as the employment relationship is maintained). Thereafter, the daily allowance is paid up to 80% of the previous salary and half the premium is paid by the employer.
- Childbirth of wife/partner - adoption
Female staff members are entitled to 16 weeks' paid maternity leave. In case of adoption, the paid leave is 8 weeks.