Elevate
The SCSI is committed to increasing diversity in the surveying profession. As part of our Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategy we have launched a mentoring and leadership development programme to support women in surveying.
About the Mentorship & Leadership Development Programme
The programme runs from April to December and provides mentees with mentorship as well as leadership training. Mentees will have access to a 6 module leadership development programme which will be delivered online from April to November with a closing event in December.
Why join the Elevate Programme
Become encouraged and empowered in your personal development
Identify and create plans to achieve your career goals
Pinpoint and correct gaps in professional skills and knowledge
Gain a broader perspective on career options and opportunities
Receive advice from a senior role model
Expand your professional network
Increase your confidence
The Leadership Development Programme Modules:
Leadership Principles
Leadership Characteristics, Leading Yourself, the Importance of Habits etc
Self-Awareness
Managing yourself, Motivation & Emotional Intelligence
Strategic Thinking
The Strategic Process, Vision & Mission, Best practice on Implementation
Negotiation & Facilitation Skills
Negotiation process, Negotiation Tactics, Good Facilitation and Workplace Conflict
Stakeholders & Communications
Identifying and Managing Stakeholders, Influence & Persuasion as a leader, the Communication process itself
Goal Setting & Action Planning
Setting your goals, The GROW Framework and Career Management
Apply for the Elevate Programme
Our Elevate programme opens for applications on #IWD, 8th of March. Click below to apply to become a mentee.
Please note the Elevate programme is only offered to women in surveying at present. If you have questions please contact us by email at mentor@scsi.ie.
Click here to applyTestimonials from Elevate Graduates
Cara McDowell
“Meeting people from diverse backgrounds has been a fantastic resource for my personal development.”
Malepeli Malataliana
“We thank the SCSI for putting this programme together, as it is very impactful in our careers.”
Anya Llewellyn
“I love the programme, it had excellent content and it was very much thought-provoking.”
Become a Mentor
Mentors are experienced surveyors, male and female, that are willing to act as mentors to female surveying mentees, using experience and accomplishments from their own careers to support, challenge and guide their mentees.
Mentors have excellent listening skills and the ability to provide non-judgemental, honest and constructive feedback and advice. The SCSI will provide training for all mentors to grow in this skillset.
Benefits of becoming a Mentor:
Becoming fully trained and supported by the Mentoring Coaching Programme
Gaining new perspectives and insights into your industry
Building up confidence in your experience
Gaining more experience in staff development
Growing in personal satisfaction and self-reflection
Developing your mentoring/coaching skillset
Receiving recognition for taking part in a programme of strategic importance to your profession
Volunteer to become a Mentor
Please click below to become a mentor for the 2024 women in surveying Elevate Programme.
For further details please contact us by email at mentor@scsi.ie.