Mentoring for Leaders in the For Purpose Sector

Mentoring is a relationship that supports and encourages the personal leadership journey

of individuals and their organisations.

Community Waikato is offering a mentoring program designed to support and develop leaders in the for purpose sector across the Waikato region.

The programme matches Mentees with appropriate Mentors to support their individual growth. Mentees and Mentors will meet at least monthly over a six monthly period.

The programme will be coordinated and support provided to Mentors and Mentees by Sally Fenwick Ridley (Mentoring Coordinator) and Community Waikato. For more information please contact Sally sally@communitywaikato.org.nz

Along with your regular individual Mentee/Mentor sessions there will be opportunities to meet with other mentees and mentors in the programme.

This years mentoring programme will start in June 2025. Please note the mentee registrations have closed

What does it involve?

Mentees

The role of a Mentee is to learn and grow by being challenged, guided and supported by your Mentor.

For example:

By helping you to reflect on your current situation and focus areas
Being a sounding board for ideas and concerns
Sharing their knowledge, experience and toolkit
Making connections to relevant people and resources
Encouraging growth and accountability
You will be matched with a mentor whose skills and experience overlap with your current needs and is based in your geographical area. Together with your mentor you will work towards identifying focus areas and achieving a goal(s).

What you need to know:

it's a six month time commitment involving monthly meetings with your mentor
your mentoring sessions are confidential between you and your mentor

there will be opportunities to network with others on the programme in person
Sally will be available for any assistance or support that may be required

To make the best use of this relationship you need to be ready for new or different ideas, be responsible for your own learning and actions and, respect your mentor’s time by being prepared for sessions

Please note the programme is full for 2025

Mentors

As a Mentor you will be matched with a mentee whose current needs overlap with your skills and experience. Your role is to advise, support, guide and challenge your Mentee.