Department of Primary Industries NSW, Mentoring Program Increasing Scientists’ Skills and Confidence to become Science Leaders In 2016, management at the NSW Department of Primary Industries investigated options for developing and sustaining a strong leadership pipeline of research scientists to underpin the growth, sustainability and biosecurity of primary industries in NSW. The Department recognises that […]
Case Study – Mackay Regional Council
Mackay Regional Council Strengthening leadership capability and building networks When Alexandra Dobbins, Organisational Development Specialist for Mackay Regional Council, was tasked with supporting the regional and MRC strategies to develop people in the district into leadership roles, she knew creating connection across industry and setting up networks for the future was critical. Mackay’s regional location, […]
Case Study – Toyota Australia
Toyota Australia Using mentoring to manage major internal change BUSINESS CHALLENGE In February 2014, Toyota Australia announced that it would close its manufacturing by 2017. As part of the resultant restructure, it was subsequently announced that Toyota would consolidate its head office, requiring the relocation of the entire sales and marketing team from Sydney to […]
Case Study – Australian Human Resources Institute
Australian Human Resources Institute Mentoring for Affiliate and Professional Members Business Challenge AHRI represents around 20,000 human resources and people management professionals across Australia. AHRI assists members expand their professional networks, stay in touch with the latest industry developments, and build on their HR leadership and management skills. As a professional association, AHRI looks […]
Case Study – Australian Women in Resources Alliance (AWRA)
Australian Women in Resources Alliance (AWRA) A mentoring initiative led by the Australian Mines and Metals Association (AMMA) BUSINESS CHALLENGE The Australian Women in Resources Alliance (AWRA) is an initiative led by the industry employer group Australian Mines and Metals Association (AMMA), specifically tasked with helping employers to increase female workforce participation in the resources, […]
Case Study – Sydney University
THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY The Study The University of Sydney believes that mentorship provides the opportunity for cross-university cooperation, collaboration and shared learning, creating an enriched work experience for staff and students. In 2015, the university embarked on developing a suite of tools, resources and information focused on developing mentorship capability, a shared understanding and […]
Case Study – Australian Veterinary Association
AUSTRALIAN VETERINARY ASSOCIATION The Study Following an extensive review, a nationally resourced mentoring program with local delivery in each state was recommended for roll-out in late 2015. A national Program Manager was brought on board to manage all program administration using an online mentoring program platform and to support the pairs in each region. Local […]
Case Study – NSW Law Society
THE LAW SOCIETY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Study Art of Mentoring helped to re-launch the Law Society’s mentoring programs in 2014/15. There were two programs – one for their Young Lawyers group and one specifically for women. A Graduate program was added in 2016. Art of Mentoring supports the The Law Society of New […]