Mentoring Initiative
Professional development for executives of not-for-profit super funds
The seventh round of the FEAL Mentoring Initiative will run from April 2024 to March 2025. Applications closed Thursday 29 February 2024.
The FEAL Mentoring Initiative has been developed to support the professional development of Senior Executives in super. By providing a mentoring framework and facilitating the matching of mentors and mentees, the initiative enriches the leaders in our industry through:
Sharing of insight, knowledge and skill between fund executives;
Building business, financial and strategic acumen; and
The development of leadership skills that enable a higher level of influence and contribution to the participant’s fund, its members and the overall industry.
The 2024/25 Mentoring Initiative will include in-person events in Sydney and Melbourne at the commencement of the program in April 2024, mid-way through the program in October 2024 and at the end of the program in March 2025. Mentors and mentees are encouraged to attend these events to share their experiences.
Application Process
Applications closed Thursday 29 February.
This Initiative provides the opportunity to develop a formal and structured mentoring relationship with a senior executive from the superannuation industry.
The seniority of the mentors on the Initiative is a unique component of the FEAL program. Direct access to this experience and knowledge has provided previous participants with significant benefits in achieving their career objectives. Feedback from previous mentees has also shown many advantages of having a mentor external to their organisation, including a fresh perspective and a high level of objectivity in the mentoring sessions.
If you have any questions about the FEAL Mentoring Initiative please contact Katrina Bacon, CEO, FEAL katrina.bacon@feal.asn.au
Benefits
The program provides unique benefits for both the mentor, the mentee and their respective funds:
Mentor
An opportunity to transfer skills and knowledge;
Contribute to the development of the future of the superannuation industry;
Enhance leadership, communication and mentoring skills;
Stay connected to the issues that emerging leaders in the industry are facing;
Expand professional networks; and
Recognition of skills, knowledge and commitment to professional development.
Mentees
Develop skills and knowledge;
Build professional networks;
Increase confidence;
Increase likelihood of success and avoid mistakes;
Discuss and learn theoretical and practical issues with another senior colleague in the industry;
Be held accountable for professional development goals;
Reflect on professional growth and development;
A confidential opportunity to discuss skill and career development; and
A window into the experience of other senior fund executives.
The Fund
Increased productivity by both mentor and mentee;
Improved leadership and vocational skills;
Discovery and enhancement of latent talent;
Re-motivation of senior staff (mentors); and
Development and improved retention of skilled executives.
Testimonial
Mentor Requirements
Mentors should occupy a senior position in their fund or organisation (eg, CEOs and deputies, divisional and department heads and deputies) and ideally have:
Mentor
At least 10-12 years professional experience and industry expertise;
Effective communication skills, particularly listening;
A desire to contribute to the future of the superannuation industry;
Stay connected to the issues that emerging leaders in the industry are facing; and
The willingness to commit to at least one 60 minute meeting every 4-6 weeks for the duration of the 12 month program..
Mentee Requirements
FEAL mentees must be:
Members of FEAL;
Have at least 3-5 years professional experience and expertise;
Be poised for future leadership in the industry;
Be willing to show strong initiative in utilising the mentoring opportunity; and
Commit to at least one 60 minute meeting every 4-6 weeks for the duration of the 12 month program.
Agreement
To view the agreement please click here.
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