Apply as a Mentor

!!! Application deadline was 07/31/2023 and we are no longer accepting applications. Except: Mentees from Algeria and Germany !!!

By filling out this form, you will not only describe who you are and what makes you special, but also explain the reason why you would like to join the Ouissal program as a mentor. Ouissal enables you to meet young and dynamic young entrepreneurs and women with career ambitions and to share your expertise with them in a special circle of other experts. At the same time, learning is not a one-way street and you will certainly benefit a lot from the intercultural Ouissal program as a mentor!
The costs of participation in this program (travel expenses, accommodation and meals) are covered by the project.

Application form:

You will need about 20 minutes.
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Our recommendation: For an overview, please look at the entire questions in this word document before filling out the application form.
We prefer you fill out the application form on the website.
In exceptional case, you may send this Word form to ouissal@ema-germany.org. In that case, please make sure you will receive a confirmation of receipt by our team until the application deadline.

All fields marked with * are mandatory. Otherwise the form cannot be accepted.

You will need approximately 20 mins to fill out the application form.

Before filling out your form, please don’t forget to read the selection criteria.

Personal data

Title, first name and last name

Date of birth

Nationality*

Nationality

Other Nationality

Place of residence

Telephone number

Email address

Website

Facebook/Instagram/LinkedIn

Are you a member of EMA or any other organization?

How did you hear about the Ouissal program?*

Which one?

From Whom?

Other

Languages (written & oral)

Arabic

Written

Oral

Arabic written

Arabic oral

German

Written

Oral

German written

German oral

French

Written

Oral

French written

French oral

English

Written

Oral

English written

English oral

Your leadership role

In which industry does your company operate?

Other Industry

Briefly describe what your company's goal is and how it is actively achieving it

What is your position?

What is your scope of duties?

How many employees are you responsible for?*

How many employees are you responsible for?

Motivation

I am interested in Ouissal because ...* Tick the five most important ones

For what reason would you like to participate in Ouissal?*

I want to share my knowledge and experience with aspiring entrepreneurs or employed women with career ambitions and support them in their development It's a great way to expand my network and make new contacts I believe in the importance of women's empowerment and want to do my part I myself have benefited from mentoring programs and mentor:ing in my career and now want to offer other women the same opportunities It is inspiring to follow and support the development and successes of the mentees Ouissal offers a variety of topics and challenges that the mentees deal with, which broadens my own horizons Collaborating with other mentors and sharing best practices are valuable learning opportunities for me I want to dare to think outside the box and engage with other countries and cultures, break down my own stereotypes and support women in their home countries I want to have a positive impact on tomorrow's women entrepreneurs Other

Other reason

What are your expectations for the program?* Tick the five most important ones

What are your expectations for the program?*

Structured and confidential environment for personal and professional development. Access to highly qualified female experts for individual support Variety of learning opportunities and resources. Engaged mentoring community for sharing and networking Flexibility to meet individual needs Learning about other cultures and work contexts. Onboarding to get well acquainted with the program Reliability and commitment to the program and to the participants by all participants (in terms of time, content and intercultural aspects) Ouissal team: good organization and communication Fun ☺ Flexibility to meet individual needs Other

Other expectation

What are your expectations of your mentee?* Tick the five most important ones

What are your expectations of your mentee?

Openness, honesty and good communication. Proactive and dedicated attitude Willingness to explore new ideas and perspectives. Reliable attendance and punctuality Accepting feedback and acting on it constructively Goal-oriented work and implementation of agreed upon actions Active self-reflection and willingness to engage in personal development Respecting agreed confidentiality and professionalism Other

Other expectation

Mentorship

Have you already participated in a mentoring program or similar projects in international cooperation?*

Have you already participated in a mentoring program or similar projects in international cooperation?

which?

Have you already gained intercultural work experience?*

Have you already gained intercultural work experience?

whereby

what has been your experience?

what challenges might you encounter?

Which of your previous activities as a leader particularly excite you?*

Which of your previous activities as a leader particularly excite you?

Strengthening employee loyalty and motivation through targeted measures. Development of strategies and initiation of new business areas Conducting talks and negotiations Stabilization of micro-enterprises and promotion of female managing directors Acquisition of resources and identification of savings potentials Increasing efficiency and optimizing processes Public appearance and representation of the company to the outside Promotion and development of employees: inside to develop their potential. Participation in management networks and exchange with other managers. Implementation of strategic change processes in my company. Shaping an inspiring and motivating corporate culture. Assuming responsibility in decision-making processes and the achievement of goals. Creating space for innovation and creativity in the company. Development and implementation of leadership development programs. Designing change management processes and accompanying changes in the company. Promoting diversity and inclusion in my team and company. Establishing effective communication and feedback structures. Further development of my own leadership skills and techniques. Initiating and implementing sustainability projects. Other

Other activities

On which topics can you imagine supporting your mentee in the implementation of her business plan/ her further company development?*

Regular consulting and strategic support. Feedback and sparring partner in business planning. Assistance with goal setting, focus and implementation planning. Assist with market analysis and risk assessment. Sharing professional knowledge and experience. Expand network and provide contacts. Assist with funding and resource planning. Develop effective marketing strategy to increase brand awareness. Assist in developing appropriate corporate communications. Strategic human resources development to strengthen my mentee as a leader and promote her employees. Assistance in optimizing business processes and increasing efficiency. Support in identifying new business opportunities and growth strategies. Support in the implementation of innovations and new technologies. Support in financial planning and raising capital for business development. Other

Other

Accessibility: are there any special needs to give you access to the program?

Which?

Additional notes (max. 200 words)

Data protection & Participation Obligation

I hereby accept that my personal information may be used in the context of the Ouissal mentoring program.* Privacy policy

Please tick at least two of the following dates when you are sure to be available. The more boxes you tick, the more likely you are to be taken.*

30.10.23 – 03.11.23 27.11.23 – 01.12.23 08.01.24 – 12.01.24 22.01.24 – 26.01.24 05.02.24 – 09.02.24

If I receive a positive response to my application, I commit to this*:

To adhere to my binding participation in the kick-off meeting.
Until notification of my participation on 31.08.23 at the latest, I will keep these dates free. I will also make an effort to participate in the German-Arab Women's Forum in the fall of 2024 (date not yet finally planned). The date will be announced in time in spring 2024.
To participate in the evaluation on the program. At the end, there will be a qualitative and quantitative evaluation of the program for scientific research purposes. The evaluation will be invaluable to us. On the one hand, the program is unique so far and we want to continuously improve, optimize and expand it. On the other hand, we are of course also measured by the success of Ouissal by our sponsors. Here we ask you all for your active support and cooperation, so that we can present the successes and of course also the lessons learned to the maximum and make them usable.

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