Data Protection & POPIA Compliance Policy | VacanciesNearMe.co.za

At VacanciesNearMe.co.za, we prioritize the protection of your personal information while helping you find vacancies near me in South Africa. This Data Protection & POPIA Compliance Policy details our commitment to safeguarding your data in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and other applicable regulations.

1. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all personal information collected, processed, or stored by VacanciesNearMe.co.za in the course of providing job search services for jobs near me in South Africa. It complements our Privacy Policy by focusing specifically on POPIA compliance.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We collect the following data to enhance your experience finding vacancies near me:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and CV details provided when you contact us, apply for jobs, or subscribe to alerts.
  • Job Search Data: Location, job preferences, and search history to tailor jobs near me in South Africa.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information for analytics and site performance, as outlined in our Cookie Policy.
  • Employer Data: Business details and job postings submitted via our platform, as per our Job Posting Guidelines & Submission Policy.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data under POPIA’s lawful bases:

  • Consent: For job alerts, newsletters, or sharing your CV with employers for vacancies near me.
  • Contractual Necessity: To process job applications or employer postings.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our platform’s functionality and user experience.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with South African laws or respond to regulatory requests.

4. Data Processing and Use

We use your information to:

  • Provide personalized job recommendations for vacancies near me.
  • Facilitate job applications and employer connections.
  • Send job alerts and career updates (with your consent).
  • Analyze site usage to enhance performance, as per our Cookie Policy.
  • Ensure compliance with POPIA and other regulations.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data:

  • With employers when you apply for jobs near me in South Africa, only with your explicit consent.
  • With trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict POPIA-compliant agreements.
  • To comply with legal obligations, such as requests from the South African Information Regulator.

6. Data Security

We implement robust security measures, including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data (e.g., CVs, contact details).
  • Secure servers to protect your information.
  • Regular security audits to maintain POPIA compliance.

Despite these measures, no online platform is entirely risk-free. We encourage you to safeguard your account credentials.

7. Your POPIA Rights

Under POPIA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information we hold.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Object to or restrict certain data processing.
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential processing (e.g., job alerts).
  • Lodge a complaint with the South African Information Regulator.

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@vacanciesnearme.co.za.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary:

  • Job application data: Until the application process is complete or as required by law.
  • Account data: Until you request deletion or the account becomes inactive for 2 years.
  • Analytics data: As outlined in our Cookie Policy.

9. International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside South Africa (e.g., for hosting services), we ensure compliance with POPIA’s cross-border transfer requirements, using secure providers with adequate safeguards.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Check this page for the latest version.

11. Contact Us

For questions about data protection or to exercise your POPIA rights:

For copyright concerns, see our Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy or DMCA & Takedown Request Policy.

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