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Conlea Mentoring

Free, four-month mentoring program pairing early-stage IT managers with experienced leaders to develop leadership skills and build confidence in managerial roles.

Who is it for?

Early-stage managers and team leaders in IT

About the program

Conlea Mentoring is a free, four-month program supporting people starting in managerial roles in the IT industry. The program pairs mentees with experienced IT leaders, offering one-on-one mentoring sessions, experience exchange, and a supportive community.

Who it's for

The program is intended for people working in IT who are taking their first steps as managers or team leaders (preferably with 0–2 years in the role) — motivation to develop and engagement matter most.

Format and course

Duration: 4 months.
Mentoring sessions: 1:1 meetings, recommended every two weeks (minimum 6 meetings during the program).
Additional activities: opening workshop, webinars, "lean coffee" meetings, and supervision sessions.
Pairing: mentee preferences are considered; final pairing is done by program coordinators.
Remote participation possible — the program also accepts international participants via virtual sessions.

Benefits for mentees

Support and guidance from an experienced IT leader to develop leadership competencies.
Opportunity to work through current challenges and questions with a practitioner.
Expansion of professional network and exchange of experience with other early-stage managers.
Participants who complete the program receive a certificate confirming participation in Conlea Mentoring.

Role and requirements for mentors

As mentors, the organizers invite senior managers and heads of IT departments with experience managing teams (recommended minimum 5 years). The program seeks people willing to share knowledge and support the development of future IT leaders.

Support and quality

The program is moderated by coordinators who support the matching process, monitor the mentoring relationship, and help resolve any difficulties.

Conlea Mentoring is an initiative of the Conlea Foundation, combining practical guidance from senior IT professionals with hands-on support for managerial career development.