Skills for Life (SFL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and young adults through mentorship, skill-building, and career development. In partnership with FBC, we offer three impactful programs:

New Age Mentorship Program: Connects youth with mentors in entrepreneurship, creative industries, and emerging career paths.
Youth Employment Skills Program (YES): Provides young adults with training and mentorship to prepare for meaningful careers.
Supports for Student Learning Program (SSLP): Assists high school students with academic tutoring, confidence-building, and post-secondary planning.

Position Overview:
We are seeking dedicated professionals to volunteer as mentors across our programs. As a mentor, you will guide youth and young adults in setting and achieving personal, academic, and professional goals, providing support and sharing your expertise to inspire growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to mentees, helping them navigate their personal, academic, and professional journeys.
Goal Setting: Assist mentees in developing and working towards S.M.A.R.T. goals using our goal-setting tools.
Workshops & Activities: Participate in weekly workshops and activities that promote skill-building, confidence, and social cohesion.
Communication: Maintain regular communication with mentees and program coordinators to track progress and address any challenges.

Qualifications:

Professional experience in any industry (e.g., law, medicine, finance, marketing, tech, web/graphic design, real estate, fashion, engineering, cybersecurity, government, NGOs, investors, trading).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to supporting youth development.
Ability to complete a vulnerability and background check.

Benefits:

Make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth and young adults.
Develop leadership and coaching skills.
Expand your professional network.
Flexible remote or in-person engagement.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: Remote

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