About the Program
The NAWIC VIC Mentoring Program is designed to assist women in the construction industry with their career development and help them reach their goals.
Mentoring provides a platform to enable the sharing of knowledge and experience, and to guide personal and professional development for a successful career in the building and construction industry.
The VIC Mentoring Program is positively aligned with NAWIC’s vision for a world class construction industry that achieves great results through the active involvement and contribution of women. It is our mission and objective to attract and retain women in the industry as well as further encourage leadership within the industry.
WHAT'S INVOLVED?
The NAWIC Mentoring program is 8 months in duration. Program participants are provided with an information pack to assist them to meet and develop their individual objectives through working together.
It offers the mentees the opportunity to strive for higher levels of performance and the mentors to nurture this relationship through creative and strategic methods focused on achieving the mentee’s goals.
The program includes:
This breakfast networking event marks the start of the program and is the first official meeting between Mentee/ Mentor.
These workshops will provide the tools necessary to begin and build on the mentoring relationship and will offer an opportunity to network, provide feedback and exchange ideas
The Group Coaching Pods provide mentees with the opportunity to seek guidance from an experienced coach in relation to their development needs and learn how to get the most out of their mentoring relationships.
Formal closure of the mentoring program, reflection on learnings and celebration of accomplishments.
PROGRAM PRE-REQUISITES
Mentors:
Mentors have minimum 5 years industry experience. However, we do accept applications from mentors with less experience subject to relevant industry experience and passion to contribute to the development of women to achieve their highest potential. As a mentor we ask that you openly share your experiences, encourage broader thinking, and assist mentees to discover and find solutions for themselves.
Mentees:
Mentees have minimum 2 years industry experience. Mentees must have a commitment to personal learning and professional development, willingness to engage with your mentor, and positive attitude.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- Mentors and mentees must attend at least 80% of the planned events to receive a Certificate of Completion.
- Mentors and mentees are requested to commit to at least one 1-2 hours meeting per month for the duration of the program.