In collaboration with NAHE- HEC

Introduction

In alignment with the Higher Education Commission’s (HEC) Women Empowerment and Mentorship Program (WEMP), Jinnah University for Women (JUW) has launched its Mentoring Program to promote leadership, and professional growth within the university community. Recognizing the socio-cultural context of Pakistan and the need to strengthen gender equity in higher education, this initiative provides a structured platform for guidance, support, and capacity building.

The program connects experienced mentors with mentees to foster self-confidence, enhance skills, and support career development through a collaborative and goal-oriented process. Mentors act as coaches, guides, and role models, supporting mentees in achieving their academic and professional aspirations.

Through this initiative, JUW aims to create opportunities for skill development, networking, and exposure to leadership practices, while contributing to a more inclusive and diverse academic environment. The program is implemented through a structured framework, including a university-level Mentorship Programme Committee (MPC), ensuring effective execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement in line with HEC guidelines.

Program Objectives

• To establish a structured mentoring culture at Jinnah University for Women (JUW), fostering meaningful mentor–mentee relationships among faculty members and administrative staff members.
• To develop leadership capabilities, support academic and professional growth, and guide faculty members and administrative staff members in career planning and advancement.
• To promote a supportive and inclusive environment within JUW that encourages collaboration, well-being, and continuous learning.
• To provide networking and exposure opportunities, enabling mentees to connect with peers, faculty, and industry professionals, and to encourage knowledge sharing and research collaboration.

Mentorship Program Committee (MPC)

• Prof. Dr. Narmeen Bawany – Chair and Focal Person
• Prof. Dr. Aliya Riaz
• Prof. Dr. Aisha Sana
• Dr. Shazia Inayat
• Ms. Gulnaz Altaf (QEC Representative)
• Ms. Faiza Maqbool (Secretary, MPC)

Mentor Eligibility

• Mentors should be a regular faculty or management member of the university.
• At least 5 years of higher education sector experience inclusive of leadership roles.
• Familiarity with the higher education environment of universities.
• Personal traits such as being a respectful, committed, active listener, exhibiting empathy, motivator etc.
• Participation as a mentor or mentee is entirely voluntary; however, mentors and mentees would be recognized and awarded certificates by the University after successful completion of the mentorship program.

Mentee Eligibility

Mentee should be a faculty or administrative member of the university. He or she should be in the early career to mid-career stage and is willing to seek professional and career development. Senior faculty members may also opt to join the program as a mentee for developing a specific skill or professional competence.

Program Duration

The program will be of 3 months starting from April 2026 to June 2026.