BAFF Alumni Mentorship Program

BAFF Alumni Mentorship Program

Overview: Creates opportunities for BAFF alumni to share experiences and develop skills as mentors or mentees through one-on-one professional development relationships.

Geographic Scope: Open to BAFF alumni from Baltic States

Eligibility:

Targeted at different BAFF alumni groups based on program and experience:

As Mentee:

Leadership Academy program participants (school graduates): seeking career advancement and vocational guidance

Leadership Academy, Professional Internship, Research Scholar, Graduate Scholar program participants (less than 2 years work experience): establishing in a work field/position

Professional Internship, Research Scholar, Graduate Scholar program participants (more than 2 years work experience): seeking to change work field/industry

As Mentor:

All BAFF alumni who have completed their programs in good standing

Can be from any BAFF program track

Program Structure:

Type: One-on-one mentoring (online or in-person)

Duration: Minimum 4 months

Time Commitment:

Initial stages: at least once per week

Later stages: no less than monthly

Recommended: minimum 6 times every 4-6 weeks for approximately 2 hours each

Exact frequency and format agreed upon by mentee and mentor

Benefits for Mentees:

Dedicated forum for learning and professional development

Coaching and skill development

Exploration of alternative career roles and paths

Access to professional networks and important career contacts

Increased confidence and self-awareness

Motivation, support, and inspiration

Communication skills development

Benefits for Mentors:

Leadership and communication skills development

Enhanced listening and management skills

Career network growth and expansion

Opportunity for reflection on own professional journey

Potential for lifelong friendships and collaborations

Personal satisfaction from sharing wisdom

Matching Process:

BAFF hosts online event where prospective mentors and mentees meet

Participants provide feedback with top 3 preferences for matching

Program administrators build final matches based on shared preferences and compatibility

Support Provided by BAFF:

Mentor training and mentee briefing

Opening event for mentors and mentees to establish authentic connections

Check-in points for reflection and guidance throughout program

Resources on mentoring best practices and topical content

Closing event to celebrate learnings and achievements

Ongoing support from BAFF Alumni Coordinators

Contact: Laura Bačinskiene, Alumni Coordinator at lbacinskiene@ciee.org