Mentoring Program

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Applications for the 2026 Mentoring Program are now OPEN.

The Volunteer Managers Mentoring Program brings together experienced senior leaders of volunteers with entry-level managers of volunteers. This program offers both professional and personal development opportunities for passionate individuals seeking to develop their skills and careers.

The objective of the program is to:

  • strengthen the volunteering sector
  • build the capacity of its members, and
  • foster networking and relationships.

Volunteering Victoria endeavours to support the development of specialist skills and knowledge in the volunteering sector through collaboration and the exchange of insights, experience and wisdom.

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Key dates

  • Program kick-off event: Wed 1 April 2026
  • National Volunteer Week lunch: 19 / 20 / 21 May 2026 (TBC)
  • Mentee debrief: Mon 22 July 2026
  • Mentor debrief: Tues 23 July 2026
  • Professional development (PD) day: Thurs 17 September 2026
  • End of program celebration: Thurs 26 November 2026

What participants are saying

““It’s inspiring to watch someone go from seeking guidance to leading with clarity and purpose.””

Abdurahman Katamish (Boudie)Mentor

““Beyond the professional benefits, I’ve gained a trusted friend and mentor whose patience and encouragement made a lasting impact.””

Antakshri PahwaMentee

““As our sector is relatively small, I think that it’s important that we take the opportunity to learn from each other when we can.””

Jordan SteinerMentor

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Mentors

Typically, the mentor will benefit from:

  • Developing their mentoring and leadership skills
  • Strengthening relationships and expanding on their existing networks
  • Making a meaningful contribution towards professionalising the volunteering sector and supporting upcoming leaders
  • Gaining a sense of personal and professional satisfaction
  • Staying in touch with emerging issues relevant to entry-level managers of volunteers
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Mentees

Typically, the mentee will benefit from:

  • Connecting with an experienced leader of volunteers willing to share their insights, knowledge and expertise as a mentor
  • An exchange of different ideas and resources from a mentor that is external to their organisation
  • Guided reflection, debrief and communication with their mentor
  • Goal setting and working towards achieving these goals
  • Ongoing development of skills and knowledge specific to volunteer management
  • Building confidence and leadership skills
  • An expanded and highly skilled professional network managers of volunteers
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