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Join our Charity CEO Mentoring Programme

Our CEO Mentoring Programme offers one-to-one, pro bono mentoring designed for new and aspiring charity CEOs.

Overview

This transformative initiative connects you with experienced mentors who provide invaluable guidance to help you thrive in your leadership journey.

It aims to support and foster a diverse leadership pipeline in the charity sector.

Who is this for?

  • Recently started your first charity CEO role (within the last 18 months). 
  • Currently in a senior leadership position and aspiring to become a CEO. 
  • Applicants should be in London/South East – we will be launching our Regional programme later in 2025

The programme is launching in March 2025 with regular sessions to guide mentees. We will reserve 40% of places for individuals from underrepresented groups.

Charity People are committed to fostering a supportive mentor-mentee relationship; feedback is essential. Read all about what mentors and mentees had to say about their experience.

How it works

1

January 31st 2025

The Mentor programme goes live
2

February 14th 2025

Deadline to apply for the Mentoring Scheme
3

End of February

Charity People matches you with a mentor based on your current needs, skill set and experience
4

March 2025

Introductory session with your mentor - in person if possible
5

March 2025

Session 2 - in person or online
6

April 2025

Session 3 - in person or online
7

April 2025

Session 4 - in person or online
8

May 2025

Session 5 - in person or online
9

June 2025

Session 6 - in person or online
10

July 2025

Session 7 - in person or online
11

August 2025

Closing session - in person if possible
12

August 2025

Summer event with mentors and mentees – in person, central London

Who are the mentors?

Our Mentoring Network brings together experienced leaders within the charity sector – including existing and former CEOs, Board Advisors and other senior leaders.

They bring a wide variety of skills, wisdom and practical know-how from years spent across the charity sector. And they all have prior experience of mentoring, so you’ll be able to start benefiting from their knowledge right away.