Associates are trusted members of LearnSphere’s vetted supply chain. As experts in their fields, Associates deliver training, coaching and consulting services to our clients. We contract with Associates to provide solutions that help organizations prosper.
Our mutually beneficial approach
Our goal is to create mutually beneficial relationships, by adding expertise to fill gaps as needed, rather than simply building a long list of suppliers. We take on new Associates when it’s a great fit for both of us.
Interested in becoming a LearnSphere Associate?
Check out our FAQs below to help determine if this might be a good fit for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Support Experts
Some Associates provide expertise in specialized fields such as Instructional Design and MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning). Associates working in these roles require extensive experience and creative problem-solving abilities in these fields.
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.
What are the benefits?
As an Associate you gain the opportunity to:
- Participate as a provider of expertise under the LearnSphere brand
- Increase your access to existing markets, or gain access to new markets
- Grow your network within a range of organizations as well as with other Associates
- Become involved in emerging opportunities at LearnSphere
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?
There are no fixed fees. You simply pay a commission fee of 5% to 8% depending on the amount of work done during the year.
What are my commitments as an Associate?
As an Associate, you agree to:
- Keep business skills and learning materials current
- Meet LearnSphere's quality standards for workshop delivery
- Follow LearnSphere's Code of Ethics
- Promote the LearnSphere brand during funded initiatives
- Honor the commission fee structure and payment schedule
- Keep your supplier profile updated on our portal
- Respect LearnSphere's project selection process and right to choose the best solution for clients
- Work as a sub-contractor, allowing LearnSphere to manage client relationships
What is LearnSphere's role?
LearnSphere is responsible for:
- Identifying opportunities and securing funding partners
- Assuming financial and project risks
- Designing and developing client solutions
- Notifying Associates of opportunities
- Selecting the Associate(s) with the correct skills set for each project
- Managing projects to ensure timely, effective outcomes
- Managing Quality Assurance
If becoming an Associate is still of interest to you, we welcome your application.