OPBA Mentorship Program: Round 2 Sign-Up Now Open!

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your public procurement journey, OPBA’s Mentoring Program offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside professionals you might not meet in your day-to-day work.

This program fosters meaningful networking, provides valuable feedback in a judgment-free environment, and supports the transfer of knowledge across generations—empowering both Mentors and Mentees to thrive in the dynamic world of public procurement.

We encourage you to review the qualifications below, and sign up to become a Mentor or Mentee this fall!

Mentor requirements:

Minimum five (5) years experience in procurement, with a minimum one (1) year in public procurement in a senior role.
Has a professional designation (preferred).
Subject matter expertise in specific public procurement topics.
Commitment to participate as a mentor for one (1) year.
Active listener, problem-solver, respectful.
Sincere desire to give back to the profession and support colleagues across the province.

Mentee requirements:

Initiate Mentor connection(s), proactively suggest a method of communication as well as the scheduling/frequency of the mentoring sessions.
Able to bring career goals/topics to discuss to sessions, active listener, open to feedback.
Accept responsibility for your learning and be open to new ideas/ways of learning.
Maintain mutual trust with your Mentor, communicate clearly and be respectful of their time.
Apply what you have learned, take full advantage of the time you have with your Mentor.

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Questions? Please email members@opba.ca with any queries about the program.