Mentorship Program Lead - Youth Development

This is a part-time and unpaid volunteer position (8-10 hours a week)

Company Description

Empowered Futures is a forward-thinking nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting emerging adults as they transition into independence and adulthood. Our mission is to empower young people to become confident, emotionally intelligent, and resourceful individuals by providing access to self-development resources, business mentorship, and personalized guidance. Through our programs, we help emerging adults build essential life and career skills, expand their networks, and unlock their full potential.

At Empowered Futures, volunteers and leaders play a critical role in shaping the future of the next generation, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about youth development, social impact, and transformational mentorship.

Role Description

The Mentorship Program Development Lead will own the entire mentorship journey by creating structured and scalable frameworks. Responsibilities include identifying participant (mentees) needs, executing mentor-mentee onboarding and matching, facilitating regular engagement with and between mentor - mentee and measuring impact. Identify, design, and facilitate workshops, learning sessions, and skill-building activities to enhance the mentor and mentee experience

Key responsibilities :

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of Empowered Futures’ digital mentorship programs
• Design and implement a mentor–mentee matching framework that aligns participants based on interests, goals, skills, availability, and development needs
• Design and oversee structured onboarding and training content for mentors and mentees to ensure a smooth and engaging experience
• Develop a structured mentorship journey, including program timelines, milestones, check-ins, and success criteria
• Identify, design, and facilitate workshops, learning sessions, and skill-building activities to enhance the mentor and mentee experience
• Collaborate closely with the IT to enhance and optimize the digital mentorship platform where mentors and mentees register, onboard, and engage.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and cross-functional stakeholders to assess and enhance the mentorship curriculum
• Lead and mentor a team of Program Strategists by providing direction, support, and ongoing guidance to achieve program goals
• Analyze program data and feedback to identify trends, measure impact, and recommend improvements for continuous growth.
• Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations to expand the reach, quality, and impact of mentorship initiatives.

Experience and Skills:

• Proven minimum 5 years experience in Learning and Development, Talent Development, or Educational field
• Strong passion for mentorship and youth development, with a commitment to empowering emerging adults.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Who Can Apply:

• Applicants based in Canada or the USA are encouraged to apply
• Someone who has spent years in Learning and Development, Talent Development, or Educational field and wants to use the skills for a social cause.
• Someone who goes beyond simply engaging with youth. They design and build the structures that make meaningful engagement possible. They create and manage the full ecosystem: developing programs for mentors and mentees, designing onboarding experiences, thoughtfully matching participants, tracking progress and impact, and continuously attracting and supporting both mentors and mentees.
• Passionate about mentorship, youth development, and social impact.

Benefits :

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting emerging adults in their personal and professional growth.
• Gain leadership experience while collaborating with senior leaders and board members.
• Expand your professional network within the nonprofit and social impact ecosystem.
• Opportunity for growth within the organization, including potential advancement to a board-level role.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults while shaping a brighter future for mental health and well-being. Together, we can inspire hope and create lasting change. Apply now!

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