Voices from the Other Side of Mentoring

: A phenomenological study into the experience of what it is being a Mentoring Programme Coordinator

Abstract

This study investigates the lived experiences of mentoring programme coordinators tasked with implementing and managing formal mentoring schemes across various organisational sectors. Through a phenomenological approach to data collection and analysis, drawing on Giorgi’s descriptive phenomenology, this research enriches academic discourse by developing a detailed conceptual framework that elucidates the mentoring coordinator’s role, responsibilities, and significance. While much of the existing literature focuses on mentees, mentors, and organisational outcomes, this study addresses a critical gap by highlighting the essential yet often overlooked contributions of coordinators. By conducting in-depth interviews, the research captures the complexities, challenges, and rewarding aspects of the role. These findings emphasise the pivotal contributions of coordinators in ensuring programme success and sustainability.

Date of Award	2025
Original language	English
Awarding Institution	University of Dundee
Supervisor	William Nixon (Supervisor) & Trevor Morrow (Supervisor)