Empowering Organisations with Cultural Mentoring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff
Indigenous Jobs Match (IJM) is excited to offer a six-month mentoring service for organisations, designed specifically to support the professional growth and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Our mentoring program ensures that your organisation’s values, mission, and strategic goals are seamlessly integrated into the mentoring process, creating a culturally safe and empowering experience for your staff.
Tailored Mentoring Aligned with Your Organisation
We understand that every organisation is unique. That’s why we take the time to fully understand your workplace’s culture, mission, and strategic objectives. This ensures our mentoring discussions and support align with your organisational goals while meeting the specific needs of your Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
Program Overview
Over six months, your staff will work with our dedicated and qualified Indigenous mentors who bring a wealth of professional and cultural expertise. The program focuses on fostering confidence, building skills, and supporting your employees as they navigate their roles within your organisation.
Why Choose IJM’s Mentoring Service?
Cultural Alignment: Our approach ensures that mentoring aligns with both the employee's cultural needs and your organisational goals.
Qualified Mentors: All mentors are experienced professionals with a deep understanding of cultural, personal, and professional development.
Tailored Support: Each mentoring plan is customised to ensure the best outcomes for both the individual and the organisation.
Enhanced Retention: Supporting your Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees leads to higher job satisfaction and retention rates.
Empower your organisation and its people by investing in culturally aligned mentoring—because when employees thrive, so does your business.
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Empower your organisation and its people by investing in culturally aligned mentoring—because when employees thrive, so does your business. 〰️
Mentoring for 1 Employee
Participant is paired with experienced mentors, ensuring a customised approach.
Dedicated One-on-One Mentoring
Duration: Six months.
Frequency: Monthly mentoring sessions (1 hour per session).
Focus Areas:
Career development and goal setting.
Building cultural confidence and identity in the workplace.
Addressing and overcoming professional challenges.
Career advancement and leadership development.
Building resilience in navigating workplace challenges.
Strengthening cultural identity and its role in professional growth.
Comprehensive Career Planning and Skills Development
Focus on upskilling participants for leadership opportunities.
Tailored advice for long-term career trajectories.
Tailored Development Plan
A customised plan designed to align the participant’s personal and career goals with their cultural values.
Includes actionable steps and milestones to track progress.
Cultural and Professional Guidance
Insights on navigating workplace dynamics while maintaining cultural authenticity.
Strategies to align individual strengths with workplace opportunities.
Access to Resources
Exclusive materials to support cultural awareness, resilience, and skill-building.
Tools for career advancement, such as resume templates and interview preparation guides.
Mid-Program Check-In and Progress Review
A formal review halfway through the program to assess achievements and refine the mentoring approach.
End-of-Program Evaluation and Recommendations
Final session to review accomplishments, discuss next steps, and provide tailored recommendations for continued success.
Mentoring for up to 10 Employees
This tier is designed for smaller organisations or teams looking to support up to 10 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees with culturally tailored mentoring.
What’s Included?
Mentoring for Up to 3 Employees
Each employee is paired with a dedicated, qualified Indigenous mentor.
Monthly One-on-One Mentoring Sessions
Duration: 1 hour per session.
Format: Virtual or in-person, depending on organisational needs and location.
Focus Areas:
Career development and goal setting.
Cultural connection and identity in the workplace.
Overcoming workplace challenges with tailored strategies.
Tailored Cultural and Professional Development Plans
Individualised plans developed to align with the employee’s career goals and your organisational values.
Plans focus on personal growth, professional milestones, and cultural safety.
Guidance on Aligning Individual Goals with Organisational Values
Mentors work collaboratively with employees to ensure their aspirations complement the organisation’s mission and strategic objectives.
Mid-Program Review and Progress Report
Comprehensive review of each participant’s progress at the program’s halfway point.
Feedback provided to both the participant and the organisation for ongoing improvement.
Access to Resources on Cultural Awareness and Career Development
Customised materials and guides to enhance understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural perspectives and workplace strategies.
Mentoring for up to 30 Employees
This premium tier is ideal for organisations with larger teams or those seeking a more comprehensive mentoring experience for up to 30 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
What’s Included?
Mentoring for Up to 30 Employees
Participants are paired with experienced mentors, ensuring a customised approach for each employee.
Fortnightly One-on-One Mentoring Sessions
Duration: 1 hour per session.
Format: Virtual or in-person.
Focus Areas:
Career advancement and leadership development.
Building resilience in navigating workplace challenges.
Strengthening cultural identity and its role in professional growth.
Customised Cultural Development Workshops
Frequency: Delivered once during the program.
Content: Workshops designed for participating employees and their broader teams. Topics include:
Cultural intelligence and awareness.
Creating culturally safe workspaces.
Bridging organisational values with cultural strengths.
Comprehensive Career Planning and Skills Development
Focus on upskilling participants for leadership opportunities.
Tailored advice for long-term career trajectories.
Quarterly Progress Reviews and Reporting
Formal reviews conducted every three months.
Detailed reports shared with the organisation, outlining each participant’s progress and areas for growth.
Post-Program Evaluation and Recommendations
End-of-program evaluation to assess outcomes and identify future opportunities for participants and the organisation.
Priority Access to Indigenous Jobs Match Networking Events and Resources
Exclusive invitations to IJM’s industry events to foster professional connections and growth.
Ongoing access to cultural development materials, guides, and professional resources.
Benefits of the
Mentoring Program
Enhanced Retention Rates: Supporting employees with culturally aligned mentoring builds loyalty and satisfaction.
Cultural Alignment: Programs are tailored to reflect your organisation’s values while celebrating cultural identity.
Professional Development: Employees gain skills, confidence, and career clarity.
Organisational Growth: Improved cultural awareness and employee engagement enhance overall workplace harmony.