As part of its efforts to strengthen women’s pathways back to work, CareerLife Global has supported 24 Nigerian mothers through the fifth cohort of its CareerMoms Mentorship Programme.
The 12-week career re-entry and growth initiative is designed to support mothers who are rebuilding their careers after childbirth, caregiving responsibilities, career breaks, or major life transitions.
The programme, which ran virtually, provided participants with practical training, mentorship, and career support across key areas including personal branding, CV and LinkedIn optimisation, interview preparation, salary negotiation, project management, data analytics, and the use of AI tools for the modern workplace.
For many participants, the programme provided more than career information. It helped them to rebuild confidence, reframe their experiences, and take practical steps towards new employment and professional growth.
“The mentorship helped me see beyond my limitations and believe more in my abilities. It gave me clarity about my career path, equipped me with practical strategies for growth, and challenged me to step out of my comfort zone,” said Oluwaseun, a graduate.
The cohort was supported by 14 professional mentors who provided guidance, accountability, and real-world career insight. One participant secured a confirmed job interview through a mentor referral, while several others reported increased confidence in applying for roles, speaking about their value, and navigating interviews after time away from the workforce.
“It had been a while since I attended a job interview, but the mock interview sessions helped me prepare and boost my confidence. I felt more ready and confident going into the process,” said another graduate, Oluwabusola.
At the end of the cohort, all participants who responded to the feedback survey reported increased confidence. In addition, 77.8 per cent said they had gained clearer career direction, the programme received an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5, and every respondent said they would recommend CareerMoms to another woman.
Speaking on the purpose of the programme, founder of CareerLife Global, Yewande Jinadu, said that CareerMoms was created to address the invisible barriers many mothers face when trying to return to, or progress in the workplace.
“Many mothers do not lose their ability when they take time out for family or caregiving. What often changes is their access to networks, their conference, and sometimes the way employers perceive their career journey. CareerMoms exists to help women rebuild that bridge between where they are and where they want to be professionally,” she said, adding that the programme is also an opportunity for employers to access experienced, motivated and prepared talent.
“There are many capable women who are ready to contribute meaningfully to organisations, but they need the right support, visibility, and opportunity. Through CareerMoms, we are preparing women not only to apply for jobs, but to show up with clarity, confidence and workplace readiness,” she said.
Since its inception, the CareerMoms Mentorship Programme has supported 233 women across its cohorts, contributing to CareerLife Global’s broader mission of bridging the gap between skills and employability for women and young people.
Since 2019, CareerLife Global has supported more than 5,000 individuals through its Employability Fitness Programme, CareerMoms Mentorship Programme, mentorship communities, and career development initiative.
One participant described the programme as a reminder that motherhood and ambition do not have to be in conflict.
“My mentor broke down what it looks like to balance home with career. It reminded me that ambition and motherhood can co-exist,” said Aderonke, a Cohort 5.0 graduate.
CareerLife Global is also calling on employers, sponsors, and ecosystem partners to support the programme’s next phase, disclosing that “employers can engage with CareerMoms graduates for job opportunities, internships, returnships, project-based roles, and interviews, while sponsors can support women who may not be able to afford access to structured career re-entry support”.
Recruitment for CareerMoms Cohort 6.0 is expected to open in December 2026. Intending partners or sponsors are advised to visit www.careerlifeglobal.com.
