ONBOARDING BUDDY PROGRAM
Creating Connections & Improving the New Hire Experience
Role: Project Manager
Buddy Support Duration: 2-Month Probation Period
Project overview
Led the development and implementation of the Onboarding Buddy Program to help new employees settle into ENOSTA's workplace and culture through personalized support from an assigned Buddy during their two-month probation period.
The program focused on personalizing the onboarding experience, building meaningful employee connections, and encouraging a culture of mutual support.
MY RESPONSIBILITY
- Program Design: Developed the program structure, implementation plan, and Buddy activities throughout the two-month journey.
- Matching & Coordination: Matched Buddy–Newbie pairs based on individual preferences, communication styles, and support needs.
- Employee Experience: Designed questionnaires, guidance materials, and checklists to personalize onboarding.
- Monitoring & Improvement: Managed program progress, collected feedback, and refined the experience based on participant insights.
PROJECT OUTCOMES
- 55 Buddy–Newbie pairs matched and participated in the program.
- 95% met the program's success criteria after three months.
- Fostered a welcoming, personalized onboarding experience and strengthened a culture of connection and mutual support.
