IDA Mentor

The mentee gains greater insight and more opportunities for development of him- or herself as well as the help to make decisions. Similarly, the mentor develops his or her leadership skills and the ability to give advice and coach on the basis of his or her own experiences.

What to expect as a mentor

What do we expect from you as a mentor?

• You are good at listening and see opportunities rather than limitations.
• You ask challenging and open-ended questions.
• You are connected to the labour market.
• You have at least 5 years of job experience as a mentor for mentees in employment.
• After the match, you are invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kick-off (Next time, CPH 7/10, AAR 9/10, travel reimbursement possible).
• You are offered an annual IDA Mentor Master Class (Next time in CPH, 13/5, travel reimbursement possible).

We will, of course, prepare you well to be a mentor. IDA offers a course focusing on different mentor roles to ensure the optimal outcome of the mentoring process.

What to expect as a mentee

What can you expect to gain as a mentee - and what do we expect from you?

• Gain a confidential space where sensitive topics can be discussed.
• Better opportunities to set goals for your career development.
• New insights from an experienced person with a professional understanding of your industry.
• You are employed and have less than 2 years of job experience for participation in a 6-month program.
• You are employed and have more than 2 years of job experience for participation in a 9-month program.
• Payment is binding once the mentor has accepted your request.
• After the match, you are invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kick-off (Next time, CPH 7/10, AAR 9/10).

Deadlines and registration

The general 6 and 9 months programmes: There are still available spots this spring.

For all pilot programme students, women in leadership, and new board members, there are a limited number of spots available on a first-come, first-served basis: There are still available spots. Sign up here.

IDA offers two mentor programmes:

9 month programme: which is for mentees who have more than two years of work experience.

• DKK 3.795(private payment)
• DKK 5.295 (company payment)

6 month programme: which is for mentees who have two years or less of work experience (a special offer for newly graduates) The mentee fee is:

• DKK 1.295 (private payment)
• DKK 2.295 (company payment)

Only mentees are required to pay as the mentors do it voluntarily.

IDA is now launching a new pilot programme with focus on Students, Female managers and aspiring and new members in Advisory Boards/Boards. 

• Students (6 months)  Read more and join here 
  Are you a student looking to boost your student life and well-being? Join IDA's student mentoring programme and unfold your potential. 
• Women in Leadership (9 months)
  Are you a female manager or leader looking to elevate your career? Join IDA's Mentoring Programme and unlock your talent through the power of communication, clarity, and commitment.  
• Aspiring or New in Advisory Board/Board (9 months)
  Are you aspiring or new advisory board member/board member looking to enhance your board membership skills and make a greater impact? Join IDA's Mentoring Programme and unlock your potential through the power of communication, clarity, and commitment.

Process of registration

Our generel mentor programme has two annual matching rounds, where it is possible to be assigned a mentor or mentee. These rounds take place in February and September.

You can sign up for the mentoring program by creating a user account on our mentoring platform. When the next round starts, we will "let you in" to the platform, where you can create your profile. If you (as a mentee) create an account in December, you will be able to complete your mentee profile and choose a mentor in February. Mentors can always sign you up and create a mentor profile. However, it is only in February and September that they can be assigned a mentee.

Matching

Based on your profile, you will be presented with two to three potential mentors, from which you can request one to become your mentor. Remember that your profile can be read by multiple mentors, so do not write any private or sensitive information.

If you find a good match and the mentor accepts your request, the registration becomes binding. Naturally, IDA cannot guarantee personal chemistry between the mentor and mentee.

You will have mentor-meetings approximately every 4-6 weeks. A typical meeting will last 1,5 hours and the mentee will be responsible for setting the agenda for the meeting.

After the match:

After the match, you are invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kick-off (Next time, travel reimbursement possible: CPH 7/10, AAR 9/10).

At the kick-off, we will go through the framework of the mentor program and present a range of tools that you can use in the mentor relationship. You will also meet your mentor or mentee.

Additionally, there is a Mentor Master Class on May 13th for all current and former matched mentors with a relevant theme for mentors, followed by a light meal in Copenhagen (provided there are 12 participants). Travel reimbursement will also be possible in this context.

Contact

If you have questions about IDA's mentor programme, please contact the programme managers:

Mentor programme manager (9-month programme)

• Lise Dan, IDA
• Phone: 33 18 97 48
• Mail: lid@ida.dk

Mentor programme consultant (6-month programme)

• Anna Ernst, IDA
• Mail: aned@ida.dk
  
  
• Sonja Flensborg, IDA
•  Mail: sofl@ida.dk