At PACIDA, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us when using our e-recruitment platform. This Data Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information: Name, contact details, CV/resume, education, work experience, and references.
Application Data: Job preferences, cover letters, and supporting documents such as certifications.
System Data: Login details and activity logs.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited on the website.
Cookies and Analytics: Data collected to improve the user experience and monitor website performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
To process and evaluate e-procurement bids and submissions.
To facilitate job application processes, including recruitment, shortlisting, and candidate communications.
To manage your account and provide customer support.
To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
To improve our platform's performance and functionality.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
PACIDA will not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your data with:
Internal Teams: Authorized PACIDA staff responsible for procurement or recruitment processes.
Service Providers: Third-party organizations supporting our operations, such as IT providers and payment processors, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Regulatory Authorities: When required to comply with applicable laws or legal processes.
4. Data Security
PACIDA employs strict technical and organisational measures to secure your data, including:
Data encryption during transmission.
Access controls to ensure only authorised personnel handle your data.
Regular system monitoring and vulnerability assessments.
Despite these measures, no online system is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and notify us immediately of any suspicious activity.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights concerning your personal data:
Access: Request details of the information we hold about you.
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request the removal of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Withdrawal of Consent: Opt out of data processing where applicable.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at pacida@pacida.org.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our platform uses cookies to enhance your experience and gather analytics data. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect certain functionalities of the platform.
7. Retention of Data
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
8. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to external websites. PACIDA is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and we encourage you to review their policies
9. Policy Updates
This policy may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be communicated directly to users where applicable.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact us:
pacida@pacida.org
By using PACIDA’s e-recruitment platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Data Privacy Policy.
