Case Study 1
Other Programs Based on Candidate Selection
Candidate Selection for Training Program
The Project
Our client, a leading global management consulting company, set up the “Qiyada Emerging Leaders Initiative” in 2019—an initiative that aims to empower promising young professionals in Abu Dhabi to achieve their full leadership potential by embarking on a one-year development journey. The consulting company asked us to lead the rigorous selection of candidates.
The Results
Feedback, from participants as well as the client, has been outstanding as we were able to provide support by matching the right talent to the program.
See here for testimonials on the overall program
We have been the partner selecting the talent to join the program every year since Qiyada’s launch.
The Approach
Set up an application form with questions aligned with what the client is looking for in applicants (e.g., vision to make a difference, drive, etc.)
Created shortlist of applicants based on written applications
Trained interviewers (senior Abu Dhabi leaders), organised and ran an interview day with the shortlisted applicants; at the end of the day, selected the twenty participants to join the annual Qiyada batch
Followed up with client regularly to ensure fit and learn for subsequent cohorts
Maintained constant communication with applicants to ensure they felt informed about the overall process and had a contact person for any questions
Case Study 2
Other Programs Based on Candidate Selection
Design and Run Mentorship Program
The Project
Our client, a leading foundation in the Middle East, had the goal to set up a mentorship program to connect their different pools of beneficiaries—senior leaders as well as freshly graduated. They were looking for a partner to not only design the program but also run the first cohorts before handing it back over to the organization.
The Results
Average satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5. Feedback from participants from the first cohort was outstanding. Most mentors signed up to join the second cohort.
Matching success for mentor/mentee pairs above benchmarks; only 10 percent requested a rematch (versus a typical 15-20 percent).
Contracted to run a second cohort and scale program 2x.
The Approach
Designed application and matching process and built proprietary matching algorithm to automate matching
Designed and rolled out six-month mentorship journey, including regular events, newsletters, and “nudges” to ensure engagement throughout the journey
Led several trainings along the journey such as kickoffs/what makes a great mentee and mentor, reflection trainings, and celebration
Supported mentees and mentors with any questions and concerns throughout the entire journey