Self-Guided Mentorship Programmes

Free · Self-paced · Expert-designed

Mentorship you can take anywhere

Growth is stronger when it is guided. These self-guided programmes bring Dr. Florence Tanui’s mentorship to you — wherever you are and whenever you have time. Choose the pathway that fits where you are right now.

3pathways
4weeks each
36lessons
Freeto learn

Choose your pathway

Each programme takes about 2–3 hours a week, with visual guides, real examples, practical exercises and a dash of humour.

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Professional Mentorship

Career Launchpad

From recent graduate to trusted professional — show employers what you can actually do.

4 weeks12 lessonsSelf-paced

What you will learn

  • An honest self-audit and a 12-month direction
  • A capability-based CV that gets read
  • Visibility, networking and your advisory circle
  • Interview stories (STAR) and a 90-day career plan

Best for: students, recent graduates and early-career professionals

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Science Communication

Make Science Speak

Make your research understood, remembered and used by communities, decision-makers and funders.

4 weeks12 lessonsSelf-paced

What you will learn

  • Know your audience and beat the curse of knowledge
  • Three-sentence core messages and storytelling
  • Numbers and charts that drive action
  • Evidence briefs and funder-ready language

Best for: researchers, scientists and technical professionals

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Leadership & Impact

Lead for Impact

Lead with purpose — with or without a title — and turn good intentions into measurable change.

4 weeks12 lessonsSelf-paced

What you will learn

  • Everyday leadership behaviours
  • Systems thinking and better decisions
  • Influence, feedback and resilience
  • A theory of change and 90-day impact plan

Best for: emerging leaders, team members and changemakers

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How it works

1

Enrol free

Create a free account and join any programme. No payment is needed to learn.

2

Learn at your pace

Work through short weekly lessons, practical exercises and quick check-ins. Lessons unlock in order.

3

Earn your certificate

Optional: once enrolled, take the 12-question Certificate Assessment and download your verified certificate. Details are shared inside the programme.

Optional certificate

Make your learning official

Every programme offers an optional certificate: a 12-question final assessment (pass mark 75%, up to three attempts) and a verified JFT Academy certificate signed by Dr. Florence Tanui — ready for your CV and LinkedIn. How to take it is explained to mentees inside the programme.

Choose a programme

Frequently asked questions

Are the programmes really free?

Yes. All lessons, exercises and weekly check-ins are free. The certificate is optional, and mentees find the details inside each programme.

Do I need to finish the free programme before the certificate assessment?

We strongly recommend it. The final assessment is based on all four weeks of the programme.

How long does each programme take?

About four weeks at 2–3 hours per week — but it is self-paced, so go faster or slower as you need.

Is there live mentoring?

The programmes are designed to be completed on your own. You can also connect with other mentees in the JFT mentorship forum.

Who is behind these programmes?

They are designed by Dr. Florence Tanui, hydrogeologist and water security expert, and offered in her personal capacity through JFT Academy.

Questions? Contact us · Explore the JFT Mentorship Program