Facilitators FORMICA Finishing School

Overview

At FORMICA we do great work.Excellence is at the heart of what we do. Every task no matter how small deserves our best effort and attention. We are seeking dynamic facilitators to be part of FORMICA Finishing School a specialised program dedicated to equipping finalyear students and recent graduates with the skills confidence and insights needed to thrive in todays professional landscape.

About FORMICA Finishing School

FORMICA Finishing School delivers a robust blend of handson training expert coaching and realworld practice. Designed to bridge the transition from academia to industry our program empowers students with the knowhow and mindset to stand out and succeed. As a facilitator youll play a key role in guiding students through sessions that elevate their skills confidence and readiness for the workforce.

What Youll Facilitate

Were seeking facilitators with expertise to lead sessions across our three core modules with topics as outlined below:

Module 1: Professional Skills
Empower students with practical industryrelevant tools and frameworks essential to any career.

• Digital Tools: Google Workspace Microsoft Office Slack Grammarly Zoom and AI applications.
• Design Thinking & Effective Presentations: Cover ideation prototyping audience analysis and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder Management: Guide students in identifying and managing stakeholder expectations building strong relationships and engaging effectively.
• Time & Project Management: Teach techniques for time management project planning and personal productivity.

Module 2: Personal Development
Help students build foundational skills in selfawareness leadership and confidence for personal and professional success.

• Leadership & Communication: Cover leadership basics cultural communication skills selfawareness and emotional intelligence.
• Personal Branding & SelfConfidence: Facilitate personal brand development selfconfidence techniques and strategies for selfpromotion.
• Integration of Core Skills: Guide students in setting goals creating action plans seeking mentorship and using vision boards.

Module 3: Career Readiness
Equip students with knowledge and tools to confidently enter the job market and manage their early careers.

• Career Guidance & Exploration: Lead students through selfassessment career exploration and labor market analysis.
• Resume & Cover Letter Development: Cover essentials of resume tailoring cover letter writing and digital job applications.
• Interview Preparation & Job Search Strategies: Provide insights into effective interviewing job search strategies networking and salary negotiation.

Who Were Looking For

• Experience and Knowledge: You have expertise in your subject area with a background in training mentorship facilitation or teaching. Prior experience with young adults or recent graduates is a plus.

• Engaging Communicator: You bring energy clarity and enthusiasm to your sessions making complex topics accessible and inspiring for students.

• Passionate About Student Success: You believe in the power of education and personal development to shape the next generation. Youre excited to help students develop both the technical skills and the mindset they need to succeed.

Youll impress us if

• You have experience designing and delivering content that resonates with young adults and earlycareer professionals.
• You bring fresh creative approaches to teaching complex subjects.
• Youre naturally empathetic and can inspire confidence in students by making them feel understood and valued.
• Youre proactive about seeking feedback and refining your teaching approach to create the best learning experience.

Why Facilitate with FORMICA

• Impact: Be part of a missiondriven program that empowers students to enter the workforce prepared and confident.
• Community: Join a community of facilitators and industry experts passionate about shaping young professionals futures.
• Flexibility: We offer both remote and onsite options with flexible hours to fit your schedule.
• Competitive Compensation: We value your expertise and time offering a fair stipend for each session to ensure that your contributions are rewarded.
• Growth Opportunities: Facilitation with FORMICA provides professional development and networking opportunities for facilitators who want to expand their influence.

About FORMICA

FORMICA is a social impact organization on a mission to bridge the skills gap and empower Africas future workforce. We do this by providing innovative solutions for graduates employers and career centers.

We equips graduates with career guidance tools skill development resources and job search support helping them land their first job. We connect employers with a diverse and qualified talent pool helping them identify and recruit top graduates. We also empower career centers with data insights and employer engagement tools to better serve their students.