Supporter/Mentor Recruitment (EOI Form)

An expression of interest (EOI) form is a document that potential mentors/supporters can complete to indicate their interest in providing support as a mentor. The form typically includes questions about the mentor's/supporter's experience, availability, and goals for the mentoring relationship. Here's an example mentor/supporter expression of interest form and its benefits. 

Benefits of a Mentor/Supporter EOI Form

1. Helps mentors/supporters to self-reflect: The expression of interest form provides an opportunity for potential mentors/supporters to reflect on their skills, experiences, and goals for the mentoring relationship. By completing the form, mentors/supporters can better understand their motivations for becoming a mentor/supporter and what they hope to achieve through the relationship.
2. Helps you understand your mentors/supporters better: By collecting information about mentors/supporters backgrounds, expertise, and availability, the expression of interest form can help you understand your mentors/supporters better and how they can best support your mentees.
3. Streamlines the application process:The expression of interest form can serve as a screening tool to ensure that potential mentors/supporters meet basic eligibility requirements, and it's an easy way to collate mentor/supporter information. Screening can help reduce the number of ineligible applicants and streamline the selection process.

4. Provides a platform for ongoing communication: The expression of interest form can also serve as a foundation for ongoing communication between the mentor/supporter and program staff. It provides a starting point for discussing expectations, goals, and progress throughout the mentoring relationship.

   
   

Example Mentor/Supporter EOI Form

Full Name:

University Email:

Phone Number:

Student Number: 

Degree: 

Year of Study: 

Current Occupation:

Professional Background (briefly describe your career and relevant experience):

Why do you want to become a mentor/supporter?

What are your expectations for the mentoring relationship?

What are your preferred methods of communication (chat, in-person, online)?

What are your preferred availability hours?

Have you been a mentor/supporter before?

If yes, please describe your experience.

What skills or areas of expertise are you willing to share with your mentee?

** if you have a niche program, it's great to add these questions to the EOI. 

 EOI Platforms

• Microsoft Forms 
• Google Forms