Join us as we celebrate 10 years of Lift Off! - our flagship mentoring program shaping the next generation of local government leaders across Western Australia.
Lift Off! provides structured mentoring, a professional connection, and targeted leadership development - a powerful head start for aspiring leaders looking to grow their careers in local government.
Take the next step in your leadership journey and soar.
Co-facilitated by:
Stacey Hutt, CEO, LG Professionals WA
Stacey brings sector-wide insight and a passion for developing people, guiding emerging leaders to build confidence, capability, and meaningful connections across local government.
Jill Dare, Leadership Coach, Integral
Jill is an experienced leadership coach known for her practical, strengths-based approach, helping aspiring leaders gain clarity, grow their impact, and thrive in complex environments.
Call for Mentees
Mentees will receive targeted mentoring, exclusive access to the ABLE professional development program, and a 180 Leadership Survey to launch their development journey.
New offerings for Mentees
- ILP 180 Leadership Survey to launch your learning journey
- 12-month access to ABLE, professional development software platform
- Invitation to join the mid-point networking session
- Three structured online group coaching sessions with your Cohort
- Complimentary registration to an LG Professionals WA conference of choice.
Call for Mentors
We are seeking experienced leaders to serve as Mentors and help shape the next generation. Mentoring is a meaningful opportunity to give back, refine your own leadership practice, and support the development of talent across the sector.
New offerings for Mentors
- Enhanced tools and supports, including a short mentor training session at program commencement
- Invitation to join the mid-point networking session
- Three structured online group coaching sessions with your Cohort
- Recognition and promotion by LG Professionals WA as a sector Mentor.
EOIs now open
Expressions of interest for both mentees and mentor are now open and will close end of July 2026. Mentoring categories include: Assets, Communications, Community Development, Council Planning, Engagement, Engineering, Executive Support, Finance, Governance, and People and Culture.
Eligibility
This program is open to our members and any employees within an LG Professionals WA subscribing local government organisation. Applicants are assessed based on their genuine, expressed desire for career development and commitment to full program participation.
Cost
A fee of $850+GST for mentee registration. Typically funded by the employer.
Contact information
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