Thank you for your interest in collaborating with us. LearnSphere is currently not accepting new Associates. Check this page periodically for updates.
Associates are trusted experts who join our vetted supply chain to deliver specialized training, coaching, and consulting services to our clients. Together we help organizations prosper.
How it works
We don’t keep a long list of on-call suppliers. Instead, we bring on Associates when there’s a clear need: whether it’s to meet a specific project demand, access specialized skills, or support a regional opportunity. All Associates undergo a thorough vetting process to ensure alignment with our standards and values.
A mutually beneficial approach
This system gives us the flexibility to bring in the right expertise for each project, and when our needs align with your expertise we connect you with project opportunities.
Is this a good fit for you?
If you’re an expert looking for meaningful projects with organizations that value your skills, explore our FAQs to learn more about what we look for and how the process works.
FAQs
Who should be an Associate?
Typically, we seek two types of Associates:
Training & Consulting Experts
Most of our Associates deliver training and consulting on business and non-profit management skills. We look for professionals with:
- Significant business or non-profit experience
- A passion for sharing knowledge and skills
- Proven public speaking or training ability with engaging delivery
- Comfort with online learning technology
- Fluency in English, French, or both
Specialized Experts
These Associates provide expertise in specialized fields such as Instructional Design and MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning). Associates working in these roles require:
- Extensive experience in their field
- Creative problem-solving abilities
Do I need to become an Associate?
Not always. For our Exporting and Commercialization programs, you can work with clients without becoming an Associate. Simply promote these direct funding programs to your clients and when they apply for funding, they can name you as their preferred consultant. If approved, LearnSphere contracts directly with the client, who then hires you independently.
How often will I get work?
Work frequency varies and is not guaranteed. The frequency of work depends on client demand, project funding and funder approvals.
What does it cost?
You pay a commission fee of 5% to 8% of your professional fees, depending on the amount of work done during the year.
When our Associate application process reopens, you will find an application form here.