A mentor, in simple words, is someone who offers their knowledge, expertise and advice to those with less experience. By leveraging their experience and skills, mentors guide mentees in the right direction. A mentor helps mentees consider opportunities for career growth, gain confidence and improve interpersonal skills.
Mentoring is a professional relationship between the mentee and the mentor whereby the mentee benefits from the experience, skills and networks of the mentor. It operates for a specific period and has clear objectives.
Your role as a mentor is to develop essential skills by asking the mentee to reflect on their experiences and abilities, using your experiences to give contextual examples and facilitate progress towards goals. The Mentoring programme is focused on personal development and career development.