The MWA Mentoring Program is a 6-month professional development partnership built on trust, curiosity, and commitment to growth.
Program Purpose
To support professional growth, leadership development, and knowledge sharing across MWA — with a focus on development, not performance management.
Build capability and confidence in our people
Support career progression and succession planning
Encourage cross-team collaboration and institutional knowledge transfer
Strengthen MWA’s culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement
Who the Program Is For
The program is open to:
Mentees: Employees seeking professional or leadership development
Mentors: Experienced team members willing to support others' growth
Relationships can be senior-to-junior, peer-to-peer, or cross-discipline.
Program Structure
Duration
Standard mentoring cycle of 6 months
Time Commitment
1 session per month (60–90 minutes)
Meeting Format
In-person or virtual
Focus
2–4 clear development goals agreed at the start
Key Principles
Voluntary and confidential
Mutual respect and honest dialogue
Time-bound with clear start and end points
Shared responsibility for making sessions valuable
What Participants Gain
Leadership capability and career direction
Cross-team collaboration and knowledge transfer
A trusted sounding board and fresh perspectives
Recognition of progress and achievements
Success Looks Like
Participants feel supported and engaged
Leadership capability grows across MWA
Knowledge is shared openly
The program is valued by all involved
Mentoring at MWA is a partnership built on trust, curiosity, and commitment to growth.