Mentorship Program Development Lead

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.

We believe in the power of mentorship, strategic support, and community to create a foundation for long‑term success.

Remote. 8‑10 hours per week. Ongoing.

The Mentorship Program Development Lead is a volunteer, remote role focused on creating and enhancing our mentorship initiatives. Responsible for building, leading, and improving Empowered Futures’ mentorship programs. The Lead owns the entire mentorship journey from program design and mentor‑mentee onboarding to quality control, team leadership, and impact measurement.

• 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 team 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.

• Proven minimum 5 years experience in Program Development, Business, Project Management, Learning & Development, or a related 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.

• Applicants based in Canada or the USA are encouraged to apply.
• Have experience designing, managing, or scaling programs, ideally in an education or social impact environment.
• Enjoy leading and mentoring teams, building structure, and improving systems.
• Passionate about mentorship, youth development, and social impact.

• 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.

• Leading
• Mentoring
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Teaching

Part‑time and unpaid volunteer position (8‑10 hours a week). Remote.
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