CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: MENTORS
Youth Economic Empowerment (YEE) Initiative
Share your expertise and help shape the next generation of 1,550 young entrepreneurs across Central, Northern, and Northwestern Provinces.
1,550
Youth Supported
50
Mentors Recruited
1,300
New Enterprises
3
Provinces Reached
About the YEE Initiative
The Youth Economic Empowerment (YEE) Initiative is a high-impact program designed to support 1,550 youth (aged 18\u201335) across Central, Northern, and Northwestern Provinces through incubation, enterprise development, and employability pathways.
Strengthen youth participation in productive economic activities
Support the creation of 1,300 new enterprises and accelerate existing ones
Enhance employability and job placement opportunities
Promote Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) across all interventions
Call for Mentors
Jacaranda Hub, in partnership with SNV Zambia, invites applications from qualified and experienced professionals to serve as Mentors under the YEE Initiative.
We are recruiting 50 mentors to support youth entrepreneurs and job-seeking participants through structured mentorship and coaching engagements.
Role of Mentors
Mentors will play a critical role in supporting youth through incubation and enterprise development by:
Priority Areas of Expertise
We are particularly seeking mentors with experience in the following sectors and disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements to be considered.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field
Demonstrated experience in mentorship, coaching, or business advisory
Strong understanding of youth entrepreneurship or MSME development
Ability to provide practical, market-oriented guidance
Availability to commit time throughout the program period (May – June 2026)
Experience working with youth, women, or underserved groups is an added advantage
Programme Duration & Commitment
Mentorship Period
May – July 2026
Engagement Mode
Combination of virtual and in-person sessions
Commitment
Regular monthly engagement with assigned mentees
Mentors will be matched with participants based on sector expertise and programme needs.
What Mentors Gain
Being a YEE mentor is more than giving back — it's an opportunity for professional growth and national impact.
Youth Economic Transformation
Contribute directly to empowering the next generation of young entrepreneurs across Zambia.
Dynamic Professional Network
Engage with a vibrant network of entrepreneurs, SMEs, and development partners.
National Visibility
Gain visibility within a national-level development program implemented by Jacaranda Hub and SNV Zambia.
High-Impact Outcomes
Contribute to inclusive economic development outcomes that drive real, lasting change.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
For enquiries, contact [email protected]
Commitment to Inclusion
The YEE Initiative strongly encourages applications from:
- Women professionals
- Persons with disabilities
- Professionals from the target provinces