Common use of Specialist Functions Clause in Contracts

Specialist Functions. An IPSA Holder is an individual engaged by UNDP for a defined period of time, in the framework of the awarded IPSA, to provide Specialist services such as expert advisory services, technical skills and/or knowledge services. Specialist services are typically performed by a recognized specialist or authority in a specific field and the services performed are mainly of an intellectual and varied character. Performance of specialist services involves the regular and consistent exercise of discretion and judgment and the output produced or the result accomplished cannot be standardized in relation to a given period of time. An IPSA Holder may supervise the technical functions of, and/or provide inputs to the performance evaluation of a staff member if the staff member’s terms of reference are of technical nature, as may be determined by the Head of the Business Unit, or his/her delegate. Types of IPSAs: Regular and Retainer Agreements; Office- and Home-based The IPSA agreement may not take the form of a lump sum agreement. In this case, an Individual Contract should be awarded within the framework of the applicable procurement process. The below is a summary of the types of IPSA engagements depending on the needs of the business unit: Type Use Period Location