The Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) is seeking volunteers to serve as State Champions for the 2025 Mentoring Program.
State Champions are vital to the program’s success, playing a key role in:
• Matching Mentors and Mentees: Reviewing applications and strategically pairing mentors with mentees based on their career goals and expertise (4-12 hours over April-May; more for states with larger number of participants).
• Building community: Organising at least three social events throughout the year (May-November) to foster connections and networking amongst participants.
• Collaboration and support: Attending monthly committee meetings and in some instances, working with other State Champions and the AIG Support team.
• Seek and pursue sponsors: Identify prospective federal and local state program sponsors
• Communication: Helping to draft communication materials for mentors and mentees.
Why Become a State Champion?
• Make a difference in the geoscience community by supporting career development.
• Gain valuable leadership and organisational skills.
• Network with other passionate geoscientists.
• Contribute to a program with a proven track record of success (over 200 mentor-mentee pairings since its inception).
Who can apply?
This is a great opportunity for AIG members who are interested in:
• Mentoring and supporting others in their careers.
• Contributing to a positive and engaging program.
• Building their leadership skills
We highly encourage previous state champions to apply!
How to Apply:
If you’re enthusiastic about mentoring and making a difference in the geoscience field, apply now through the application form: https://forms.office.com/r/XT7dt4qqmn. Nominations close Friday, 13 December 2024.
Nominations will be assessed by a steering committee who will select the best fit for each State Champion role.
Don’t miss this chance to be a leader and make a positive impact. Apply today!
