We hear you.
Being a leader isn’t easy.

Beyond the critical issue of securing funding, not-for-profits have a multitude of challenges to balance that put unique pressure on leaders.

As a CEO, you are expected to be an entrepreneur, on top of board relationships and governance, ethics, your program delivery, team and organisational culture, and you need to fundraise and be financially savvy.  The work is fulfilling and important but without the right executive support, it can be a struggle.

It’s a tough job, but we believe passionately that people working to improve the lives of others in the community should never have to feel isolated or unsupported in their roles.

We hear you.
Being a leader isn’t easy.

Beyond the critical issue of securing funding, not-for-profits have a multitude of challenges to balance that put unique pressure on leaders.

As a CEO, you are expected to be an entrepreneur, on top of board relationships and governance, ethics, your program delivery, team and organisational culture, and you need to fundraise and be financially savvy.  The work is fulfilling and important but without the right executive support, it can be a struggle.

It’s a tough job, but we believe passionately that people working to improve the lives of others in the community should never have to feel isolated or unsupported in their roles.

Mentorship matters

Kilfinan mentorships are strategic, long-lasting, impactful partnerships that leverage the talent and knowhow of some of Australia’s most experienced and highly regarded senior leaders.

Our mentorships unlock the full potential of not-for-profit leaders, creating positive impact for their organisations and communities. In fact, community feedback consistently shows that mentee organisations better navigate risk, are more financially sustainable and operate to a higher standard.

Put simply, when not-for-profit leaders thrive, their organisations and communities thrive too.

Mentorship matters

Kilfinan mentorships are strategic, long-lasting, impactful partnerships that leverage the talent and knowhow of some of Australia’s most experienced and highly regarded senior leaders.

Our mentorships unlock the full potential of not-for-profit leaders, creating positive impact for their organisations and communities. In fact, community feedback consistently shows that mentee organisations better navigate risk, are more financially sustainable and operate to a higher standard.

Put simply, when not-for-profit leaders thrive, their organisations and communities thrive too.

Eligibility and fees

To be eligible to participate in the Executive Mentoring Program, mentees must be currently working as a CEO, or equivalent, for a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or registered charity, and report directly to a Board of Directors.

For leaders working in this role, you are invited to apply and participate at no cost. Yes, you read that right! No strings attached.

Eligibility and fees

To be eligible to participate in the Executive Mentoring Program, mentees must be currently working as a CEO, or equivalent, for a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or registered charity, and report directly to a Board of Directors.

For leaders working in this role, you are invited to apply and participate at no cost. Yes, you read that right! No strings attached.

Terms and conditions

Kilfinan mentorships are self-driven, confidential, professional relationships. Once matched, there’s no obligation on the part of either of you to disclose any details of your discussions to anyone else.

We suggest mentors and mentees meet a minimum of six times per year but you are free to design your mentorship as you see fit. The structure and framework for each mentorship is entirely up to the participants. It should be considered flexible and evolving as your relationship progresses.

Most Kilfinan mentorships last around two years, but there is no time limit. The conclusion of any mentorship can be at your own discretion. But, if you leave your position within your organisation, we’ll ask that you conclude.

By signing up to participate, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:

Participate in the process
You must opt into the process for it to succeed. You agree to complete the required steps and communicate with the Kilfinan team in a timely manner. Once matched, you are accountable for managing the mentorship as a professional relationship.
Sign a mentoring agreement
At the start of your mentorship, you and your mentor will sign a mentoring agreement outlining mutual expectations, obligations to each other, as well as your goals.
Provide feedback
We ask that you provide feedback to Kilfinan at six months, annually, and at the close of your mentorship. We ask that you be prompt and honest in providing this feedback, whether it is positive or negative. Feedback is confidential and will cover how the mentorship is proceeding, and how the mentee is progressing with their stated goals.
Keep us in the loop
If there are any issues with the progress of the mentorship, please contact us directly at the earliest opportunity. Likewise, you are required to report a change of role, organisation, and/or contact details, as this may affect your eligibility to continue with the program.
Maintain confidentiality
Mentees and mentors both commit to not sharing with anyone outside the mentorship any personal circumstances relating to the other person unless both parties consent.

Terms and conditions

Kilfinan mentorships are self-driven, confidential, professional relationships. Once matched, there’s no obligation on the part of either of you to disclose any details of your discussions to anyone else.

We suggest mentors and mentees meet a minimum of six times per year but you are free to design your mentorship as you see fit. The structure and framework for each mentorship is entirely up to the participants. It should be considered flexible and evolving as your relationship progresses.

Most Kilfinan mentorships last around two years, but there is no time limit. The conclusion of any mentorship can be at your own discretion. But, if you leave your position within your organisation, we’ll ask that you conclude.

By signing up to participate, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:

Participate in the process
You must opt into the process for it to succeed. You agree to complete the required steps and communicate with the Kilfinan team in a timely manner. Once matched, you are accountable for managing the mentorship as a professional relationship.
Sign a mentoring agreement
At the start of your mentorship, you and your mentor will sign a mentoring agreement outlining mutual expectations, obligations to each other, as well as your goals.
Provide feedback
We ask that you provide feedback to Kilfinan at six months, annually, and at the close of your mentorship. We ask that you be prompt and honest in providing this feedback, whether it is positive or negative. Feedback is confidential and will cover how the mentorship is proceeding, and how the mentee is progressing with their stated goals.
Keep us in the loop
If there are any issues with the progress of the mentorship, please contact us directly at the earliest opportunity. Likewise, you are required to report a change of role, organisation, and/or contact details, as this may affect your eligibility to continue with the program.
Maintain confidentiality
Mentees and mentors both commit to not sharing with anyone outside the mentorship any personal circumstances relating to the other person unless both parties consent.