Provision of online language learning services for English

The UN Secretariat, in accordance with its Learning and Development Strategy, encourages staff to learn one or more of the six official United Nations languages as a part of their professional and personal development. In addition to learning opportunities provided in person, language learning is now supported remotely. As mobility has risen, the need for online learning has increased steadily and, importantly, the market in these tools has become more sophisticated and more competitive. Throughout the global Secretariat and the United Nations family, staff members require flexible learning solutions.

To make language learning available for staff away from Headquarters and who may not be able to attend synchronous, tutor-led classes, the United Nations Language & Communications Programme is aiming to offer online English language courses, which can be accessed at any time, from home or work, wherever a suitable web connection is available.

In light of the above, the UN seeks Expression of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified vendors to provide online learning services for English.