Advanced Mentorship Programme

One mentor. A wider community of experience.

• Edition 3 introduces the Al-Ruwwad Community Series, expanding the mentorship experience beyond the individual mentor–mentee match.
• Through informal, mentor-led conversations, mentees will have the opportunity to learn from professionals across different sectors, explore new perspectives and connect with the wider Al-Ruwwad community.
• Conversations will cover a range of professional and future-focused themes, shaped by the experience and expertise of participating mentors.

The programme is designed for emerging professionals who are ready to take an active role in their professional development and make the most of a structured mentorship experience.

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Al-Ruwwad Advanced Mentorship Programme - Edition 3 2026-2027 Mentee Application Form

Applications are open to candidates who:

• Age: 22–30 years 
• Gender: Open to all 
• Nationality: Qatari nationals and non-Qatari residents in Qatar 
• Education / Career Stage: Final-year university students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals 
• Language: Good command of English; Arabic is an advantage 
• Interest: Applicants should demonstrate a clear interest in professional development, mentorship, and expanding their professional network 
• Commitment: Applicants must be able to commit to the four-month mentorship journey, including four 1:1 mentoring sessions and relevant programme activities 
• Preference: Applications are welcomed from all eligible candidates, with UK Alumni and Qatari nationals particularly encouraged to apply, in line with the programme’s objectives.

As an Al-Ruwwad mentee, you will have the opportunity to gain personalised mentorship, greater clarity around your career goals, exposure to professional experiences across different sectors and access to the wider Al-Ruwwad professional community.

Al-Ruwwad brings together experienced professionals who are ready to share their knowledge, perspectives and professional experience with the next generation of talent.

Each mentor will be matched with one mentee and contribute through four structured one-to-one conversations over four months.

Mentors will also have the option to contribute to the Al-Ruwwad Community Series, leading an informal conversation around a topic connected to their professional experience or expertise.

Register Your Interest as a Mentor

Al-Ruwwad Advanced Mentorship Programme - Edition 3 2026-2027 Mentor Application

We welcome interest from:

• Senior professionals and industry leaders
• Business leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners 
• Executives and established industry experts 
• Professionals with significant experience in their field 
• UK Alumni and professionals with UK links 
• Professionals from a wide range of sectors and industries 

We particularly encourage experienced Qatari professionals to participate and contribute their knowledge and experience to the development of emerging talent in Qatar.

Meaningful Impact – Support and guide emerging talent.

Professional Recognition – Contribute to a flagship British Council initiative.

Networking & Community – Connect with UK Alumni, mentors and industry leaders.

Knowledge Exchange – Share your expertise while gaining fresh perspectives from the next generation.

Al-Ruwwad is a voluntary initiative, with mentors generously contributing their time and expertise.