Mentoring Programme

• The Mentoring Programme provides young CIArb members interested in arbitration and ADR with the opportunity to learn from the experience of more senior members of the arbitration community.
• Members of CIArb may apply to participate in the Mentoring Programme at the start of each new cycle.

• Mentoring Groups are formed of (1-4) young “Mentees” assigned to a “Mentor” (a senior arbitration/ ADR expert), and a “Mentor Supporter” (an established practitioner).
• Mentor and Mentor Supporter will be available to provide the Mentees with career guidance and arbitration/ADR practical knowledge.

• Each Group works together for a 1-year cycle.

• Groups coordinate to develop a plan for the activities aiming at developing relations among the entire group and facilitating the Mentees' integration into the arbitration and ADR world.
• Potential activities: workshops, video-conference, messaging, publishing articles, sharing information, and networking opportunities.

• All current young CIArb members, interested in arbitration and ADR, are eligible to apply to become Mentees.
• Egypt Branch Committee will identify candidates who demonstrate commitment and motivation and to match them with the most suitable Mentors and Mentor Supporters.
• Mentees applicants must complete an Application Form CIArb Egypt Branch Mentee Application Form
• No fee is charged or financial benefits are available through the Programme.

• The Mentor Supporter should have sufficient knowledge in arbitration/ADR and frequently involved in CIArb activities.

• Mentor Supporters must be at least MCIArb under 40 years old and should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of arbitration/ADR.
• Mentor Supporter applicants must complete an Application Form Mentor Supporter Application Form

• Be an active and available participant in the Mentoring Group, liaising with the Mentor and Mentees to arrange activities.
• Contribute in putting the strategic aims of the Mentoring Programme by assisting the Mentor in planning the overall programme.

• Mentors should be recognized arbitration/alternative dispute resolution practitioners.
• The Committee shall appoint the Mentor, who will be invited to provide his/her approval to the appointment. 

• Demonstrates good working relationships with CIArb members and CIArb requirements.
• Works collaboratively with the Committee, the Mentor Supporter, and supports aspiring Mentees.

The Mentoring Programme is led by the CIArb Egypt Branch Committee, who has responsibility for:

• Selecting and appointing the Mentors, Mentor Supporters, and Mentees
• Keeping the Mentoring Group up-to-date with changes and resolving issues referred by the Group.

• Applications of Mentor Supporters and Mentees will be checked and the suitability will be reviewed in line with the role profile.
• If the Mentee’s application is approved, the candidate will receive a confirmation e-mail advising that the candidate must attend a meeting with the Mentor and Mentor Supporter within 1 month.

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