Mentoring For Kāpiti Community Leaders

Orientation for This Event Is in September, but Registrations to Be on the Programme Are Open Now. To Register Go To: Https://volunteerkapiti.Org.Nz/organisations/events/mentoring-for-kapiti-community-leaders

Or Contact Us to Learn More: 04 905 8884 or Email: Manager@volunteerkapiti.Org.Nz

Mentoring for Kāpiti Community Leaders:

What Is It?
Are You a Manager or Trustee of a Kāpiti Community Organisation? Would You like to Receive some One-on-one Advice and Guidance to Enhance Your Effectiveness in This Role? This Programme Could Be Exactly What You Need. The Mentoring for Kāpiti Community Leaders Programme Is a Capable Sector Project Initiative Aimed at Strengthening the Capability of Our Kāpiti Community Organisations by Providing Targeted Support to Their Leaders and Fostering Tuakana-tenia Relationships.

Upon Joining the Programme, You Will Be Connected to a Mentor Who Has Strong and Relevant Leadership Experience and Understands Your Community. Over a Six- Month Timeframe, You Will Have Six One-on-one Sessions with Your Mentor and Participate in Three Workshops. By Following a Proven Mentoring Model, You Will Be Supported in Building Your Effectiveness As a Leader, As You Work on Your Current Priorities and Grow Your Confidence, Your Capability, and Your Connection to Other Leaders in Your Community.

What Are the Benefits?
- Become More Effective in Your Leadership Role by Developing Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Confidence.
- Receive One-on-one Support to Help You Identify Your Development Priorities.
- Improve Your Networks and Connection.
- Be Part of a Peer Learning Network with Other Leaders from Your Own Community/region.
- Take Part in a Proven Mentoring Model Which Helps You Get the Most out of Your Mentoring Relationship.
- Receive Ongoing Support Along with Your Mentor to Keep You Focused on Your Development Priorities.

How Does It Work?
- Six-month programme with a minimum of 6 x mentoring sessions (1-2 hours in length).
- Mentors sourced from across the community.
- Mentees and mentors receive training, an induction and six months of support, including support in setting development priorities.
- Participants attend learning and networking meetings to strengthen the connections between all participants.
- The programme will be run between October 2024 and May 2025.
- There is a $90 contribution fee to participate as a mentee in this programme (once you have been matched with your mentor). The remaining cost of the Mentoring Programme per individual ($2,000 plus in value) is funded by the Capable Sector Project.

Who Can Attend the Programme?
- Anyone Currently in a Management or Trustee Role with a Kāpiti Community Organisation, Who Is Wanting to Connect with Other Leaders and Grow Their Effectiveness and Confidence in Their Role.

When Does It Start?
Registrations Open from Late June 2024. Between July and September 2024, We Will Be Meeting with Potential Mentors and Mentees to Make Sure the Best Possible Mentee and Mentor Matches Are Made.

October Th 2024: Programme Orientation
January Th 2025: mid Programme Meet
May St 2025: Final Event
Oct 2024 – May 2025: Throughout This Period 6 Mentor/mentee Sessions at Times That Suit You.
Note There Is some Flexibility If You Are Unable to Make All of the Dates Above

The Capable Sector Project Is a Collaboration Between Volunteer Kāpiti and Kāpiti Impact Trust, Funded from the Kāpiti Coast District Council Social Investment Fund.