January salaries for members of the Army of Montenegro (AVCG) have been significantly increased, and citizens can expect new employment during March, when advertisements for contract soldiers should be published, the Ministry of Defense announced.
The government department said that the salary increase is part of the continuous strengthening of human resources and improvement of working conditions in the defense sector, all with the aim of improving the material status of soldiers, officers and non-commissioned officers, thereby ensuring their better motivation and dedication in performing their duties.
"The Ministry of Defense expects that by increasing salaries, it will further increase competitiveness in attracting and retaining talented individuals in the military ranks," the statement said.
The Ministry of Defense reminded that an increase in salaries for members of the Armed Forces of Montenegro came into effect on January 160st and that soldiers under contract received around XNUMX euros more in salary.
"The salary of non-commissioned officers has been increased by around 150 euros, that of officers by around 125 euros, and that of civilians serving in the Army by around 110 euros," the Ministry of Defense explained.
As they added, doctors in the Military Medical Corps have had their salaries increased by an average of around 200 euros, while medical staff with a high school diploma have had their salaries increased by around 160 euros.
"In addition to increasing salaries, members of the Armed Forces of Montenegro have a beneficial length of service, making the military profession increasingly competitive on the labor market," the Ministry of Defense said in a statement.
They announced that they will continue to work to improve the working and living conditions of all their members, with the support and understanding of the Government of Montenegro.
"Additional training and professional development programs are planned in the coming period, which will enable soldiers to improve their skills and knowledge," the statement concludes.
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